Shane Morigeau is a Democratic state senator representing District 50 in the Montana Senate. A member of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes of the Flathead Nation, he grew up in Ronan, Montana, and serves as a key voice for tribal and legislative issues in Missoula.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Earned a BA from the University of Arizona and a JD from the Alexander Blewett III School of Law at the University of Montana .
• Political Experience:
  • Served in the Montana House of Representatives for District 95 from 2017 to 2021.
  • Ran as the Democratic nominee for Montana State Auditor in 2020 but lost to Republican Troy Downing.
  • Appointed to the Montana Senate for District 48 in late 2020 following the resignation of Sen. Nate McConnell; previously served in the Senate during the 2019, 2021, and 2023 sessions, and continues in 2025 for District 50.
  • Next election: 2026.

Notable Achievements: Morigeau's legislative service spans multiple terms in both chambers, with active involvement in committees and bill sponsorships; his appointment highlighted his prior experience and relationships in the legislature.