Brian Close is a Democratic member of the Montana House of Representatives, representing District 65. He moved to Montana in 1994 and was first elected in 2024, defeating Republican nominee Esther Fishbaugh with 56% of the vote. A practicing attorney for over 40 years specializing in taxation, Close has a record of public service in areas including seniors, public health, transportation, government , planning, and parks. Notable positions include opposition to legislation banning mRNA vaccines in Montana and membership on the House Committee on Economic Affairs Interim.

Education and Political Experience

Education: University of Chicago ; IIT-Chicago Kent School of Law ; New York University Law School ; Montana State University .

Political Experience: Elected to Montana House District 65 in 2024 as a Democrat; serves on the House Committee on Economic Affairs Interim; active in legislative priorities related to taxation, economic affairs, and public health.