These are the general-election candidates on Montana's ballot for November 3, 2026, by office and party, following the state's primary. This guide covers statewide offices and U.S. House races. It is nonpartisan and factual. See the Montana 2026 overview for the fuller picture.
U.S. Senate
Alani Bankhead Democratic
Kurt Alme Republican
Kyle Austin Libertarian
Seth Bodnar Independent
Open seat, no incumbent is running.
U.S. House, District 1
Sam Forstag Democratic
Aaron Flint Republican
Nick Sheedy Libertarian
Open seat, no incumbent is running.
U.S. House, District 2
Troy Downing RepublicanIncumbent
Brian Miller Democratic
Patrick McCracken Libertarian
Michael Eisenhauer Independent
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Also on the Montana ballot
Beyond the statewide and congressional races above, Montana voters also decide state legislative races and county and municipal offices, which appear on local ballots, along with any statewide ballot measures.
How to vote in Montana
The general election is November 3, 2026. On Election Day, polls in Montana are open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM MST. Confirm your registration, polling place, and mail-ballot options at Vote.org and your state election office. Getting your supporters to turn out is what decides the closest races.
Frequently asked questions
Who is running in Montana in 2026?
U.S. Senate: Alani Bankhead (Democratic), Kurt Alme (Republican), Kyle Austin (Libertarian), Seth Bodnar (Independent). Every voter also decides state legislative and local races on their ballot.
What time do polls open and close in Montana on Election Day?
On Election Day, polls in Montana are open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM MST.
When is the Montana election in 2026?
The general election is November 3, 2026, following the state's 2026 primary.
Candidate information reflects the general-election ballot as of the date above, drawn from nonpartisan sources including The Green Papers and state election authorities. Verify the final ballot with your local election office.
Keep reading: Montana 2026 elections and the 2026 midterms are a turnout election.