Jon Tester

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Religion: Christian
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Born: Aug 21, 1956
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A farmer and music teacher, Jon Tester served the Montana State Senate (1998-2007) before being elected to the US Senate in 2006. Though typically in line with his party, he differs with the Democrats in that he opposes gun control.

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Background

  • Aug. 21, 1956: Born in Havre, Montana
  • 1978: Received B.S. from the University of Great Falls
  • 1983 - 1992: Served on the Big Sandy School Board in Big Sandy, Montana
  • Briefly served as a music instructor in the Big Sandy School District
  • Tester grew up working on his family's farm and continued to do so into adulthood. In the late 1980's, he began organic farming.

Professional Positions

  • 1998 - 2007: Served in Montana State Senate

    • 2001: Elected Minority Whip
    • 2003: Elected Minority Leader
    • 2005: Elected President of the Montana Senate

  • 2007 - Present: U.S. Senator for Montana

    • Committees:
      • Committee on Veterans' Affairs
      • Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship
      • Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs
      • Committee on Energy and Natural Resources
      • Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
      • Committee on Indian Affairs

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Additional Information

  • Tester was the first U.S. Senator to post his daily schedule online.

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