Common sense leadership to build Montana’s future

I am a Missoula native, University of Montana graduate and completed a thirty-nine year career in Missoula’s County Public Schools retiring as Superintendent in 2019. My wife Mary and I are proud parents of two daughters, Lindsay and Emilie. My community engagement has included service on a number of local boards, including the Missoula Family YMCA, SPARK! Arts Missoula, the Missoula Education Foundation, the Missoula Economic Partnership, the United Way of Missoula County and Young Audiences of Western Montana. I currently serve on the boards of Community Medical Center and Partnership Health Center. I am a member of the Montana Federation of Public Employees.

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Missoula Legislators Describe Three Property Tax Relief Programs
Mark Thane, running for his third term representing House District 99, joined fellow legislator Jonathan Karlen in House District 66 to discuss the matter and take calls from KGVO listeners. Read More

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State Representatives Mark Thane and Jonathan Karlen invite you to discuss property taxes, provide feedback on their plan to cut taxes during the upcoming legislative session, and learn how to get involved.

Rep. Mark Thaneserves as vice-chair of the Tax Committee and Revenue Interim Committee. Rep. Jonathan Karlen serves on the Business & Labor Committee and Economic Affairs Interim Committee. They both sponsored property tax relief legislation and are working to garner bipartisan support for fiscally responsible property tax reform.

Mark Thane has a plan for meaningful, long-term property tax relief.

  • Lower residential tax rates

  • Automatic homestead exemption

  • Housing fairness tax credit

  • Expand eligbility for assistance programs

LOLO, HD 89

Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Lolo Elementary School
5305 Farm Lane • 6-7 pm

MISSOULA, HD 98

Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Hellgate Middle School Library
2381 Flynn Lane • 6-7pm

The Montana Constitution enshrines the right to a clean and healthful environment as well as the right of individual privacy. It establishes the framework for a system of free quality public schools and preserves Montana’s hunting and fishing heritage.

I am committed to supporting and upholding the Montana Constitution in the face of unprecedented challenges so that all Montanans may enjoy the freedoms and rights accorded them.

As your elected representative, I will continue to advocate for:

  • Affordable and accessible healthcare and case management services

  • High-quality public schools and the Montana University System

  • Access to our public lands and waterways

  • Investment in workforce development