Jacob Bachmeier
American politician (born 1998)
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Jacob Bachmeier (born January 29, 1998) is an American politician who served in the Montana House of Representatives from 2017 through 2021. A member of the Democratic Party, Bachmeier was elected to office at the age of 18, making him the youngest person ever to be elected to the Montana House of Representatives.[1]
Jacob Bachmeier | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Montana House of Representatives from the 28th district | |
| In office January 2, 2017 – January 4, 2021 | |
| Preceded by | Stephanie Hess |
| Succeeded by | Ed Hill |
| Personal details | |
| Born | January 29, 1998 Havre, Montana, U.S. |
| Party | Democratic |
| Alma mater | Montana State University–Northern |
Biography
Bachmeier graduated from Havre High School and attended Montana State University–Northern.[2][3]
Political career
Bachmeier announced his run for the House in November 2015 when he was a senior in high school.[4][5] He turned 18 in January 2016, making him an eligible candidate for Montana public office, and picked fellow student Daniel Almas as his campaign manager.[1]
Bachmeier was elected with 53% of the vote, defeating incumbent Republican Stephanie Hess.[1] He was reelected in 2018 with 59% of the vote. In 2017, he was elected chair of the Hill County Democratic Central Committee.[6]
In January 2020, Bachmeier announced he would not run for a third term.[7]
In 2022, Bachmeier ran for a seat in the Montana Senate, seeking to represent District 12 in Great Falls. He lost to Republican Wendy McKamey.[8]
Personal life
Bachmeier is a Christian.[9] His great-grandfather, Charles Manuel, also served in the Montana Legislature.[1]
Electoral history
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Jacob Bachmeier | 656 | 54.13 | |
| Democratic | Will Rawn | 556 | 45.88 | |
| Total votes | 1,212 | 100.00 | ||
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Jacob Bachmeier | 2,231 | 53.45 | |
| Republican | Stephanie Hess | 1,943 | 46.55 | |
| Total votes | 4,174 | 100.00 | ||