Brian Close (politician)
American politician (born 1958)
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Brian Close (born 1958) is an American politician who is a Democratic member of the Montana House of Representatives, representing the 65th district. He was first elected in 2024, defeating Republican nominee Esther Fishbaugh with 56% of the vote.[1][2]
Brian Close | |
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| Member of the Montana House of Representatives from the 65th district | |
| Assumed office January 1, 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Kelly Kortum |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1958 (age 67–68) |
| Party | Democratic Party |
| Spouse | Beth Boyson |
| Education | University of Chicago, New York University School of Law, Montana State University |
| Website | brianclose4montana |
Personal life and career
Close was born in Northbrook, Illinois, in 1958, and moved to Montana in 1994.[2][3] He attended the University of Chicago, New York University Law School, and earned a master's degree at Montana State University.[3]
Political views
Lab-grown meat
Close voted against a bill in April 2025 to criminalize the sale of lab-grown meat.[4]
Public transportation
Close authored a bill in March 2025 to allow public transportation in cities such as Billings to serve areas outside of immediate city limits, which was previously banned.[5]
Vaccines
Close was one of the main opponents of legislation that would have banned mRNA vaccines in Montana.[6]