Matt Rosendale

Matthew Martin Rosendale was born on July 7, 1960, in Baltimore, Maryland. He is a Republican Party member who served in the United States House of Representatives representing Montana's 2nd district from 2021 to 2025. Before his congressional service, he held several prominent positions in Montana state government.

Education

Rosendale graduated from Queen Anne's County High School in Centreville, Maryland, and attended Chesapeake College.

Political Experience

Rosendale's career in Montana politics includes:

• State Senator : Served in the Montana State Legislature, holding the position of Senate majority leader during his tenure.

• Montana State Auditor : Regulated stock brokers and portions of the insurance industry in Montana, also serving as Securities and Insurance Commissioner.

• U.S. House of Representatives : Elected to represent Montana's 2nd district, replacing Greg Gianforte.

• Montana House of Representatives: Earlier service in the state house.

Notable Policy Positions

Throughout his career, Rosendale has been known for:

• Consistently voting to expand concealed carry gun laws and restrict abortion access
• Opposing Medicaid expansion in Montana
• Voting against the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes water compact
• Supporting public charter schools and tax credits for religious schools
• Opposing increased funding for public schools and public employee benefits

In 2018, Rosendale ran for U.S. Senate but lost the general election to Democratic incumbent Jon Tester by less than 2%, despite winning the Republican primary.