See where Peachey and Powers stand on taxes and schools. Names follow official Flathead County election filings.
Derek Peachey (Republican), Debo Powers (Democratic) are on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Montana House District 3. Debo Powers is the sitting member, per the Secretary of State's list. Party nominees were chosen at the June 2, 2026 primary, per the Montana Secretary of State's 2026 candidate list.
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Derek describes himself as an entrepreneur who has built businesses and met payroll, per the campaign site. He also coaches young athletes and describes himself as a community volunteer, per the campaign site.
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Debo is a retired public high school teacher of U.S. History and Government and a retired K-8 school principal, per the campaign site. She has served as Montana House District 3 representative and is president of the Wild Montana board of directors, per the campaign site. She also volunteers with Glacier National Park's Wilderness Patrol and as a Flathead National Forest fire lookout, per the campaign site.
Who is running for Montana House District 3 in 2026?
2 candidates are tracked for Montana House District 3 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Derek Peachey and Debo Powers. Candidate information follows official Flathead County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below. See where they stand on taxes and schools.
When is the Montana House District 3 election in Montana?
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for Montana are on the Montana election hub at theballotbrief.com.
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Candidate roster from official Flathead County and state election office filings, last verified October 24, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.
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