Jane Weber
American politician
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Jane Weber is an American politician in the Montana House of Representatives. She was elected to the 19th district in the 2024 election, as a member of the Democratic Party.[1][2] District 19 covers downtown Great Falls.
Jane Weber | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Montana House of Representatives from the 19th district | |
| Assumed office January 6, 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Russ Miner |
| Personal details | |
| Party | Democratic |
| Education | |
In the 2024 elections, Weber defeated Hannah Trebas with 55% of the vote.[1] Redistricting caused the incumbent, Russ Miner, to seek election in District 26. She was assigned to the House Taxation and House Human Services committees in the 2025 legislative session.[3]
Personal life
Weber holds two bachelor's degrees: one in art education and the other in forest science.[4] She completed post-graduate studies in outdoor recreation.[4] She was a Cascade County commissioner for ten years.[2] She also worked in the Forest Service. She was instrumental in developing the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center in Great Falls.[5] She then served ten years managing the Center.[6] She has been on several non-profit boards including the Black Eagle Superfund Cleanup committee, Mental Health Local Advisory Council, and City-County Library Board.[6]
Electoral history
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Jane Weber | 1,787 | 54.61% | |
| Republican | Hannah Trebas | 1,485 | 45.39% | |
| Total votes | 3,272 | 100% | ||