Ralph Heinert
American engineer and politician from Montana
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Ralph Heinert Jr. is a former American engineer and politician from Montana. Heinert is a former Republican member of Montana House of Representatives.
Ralph Heinert | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Montana House of Representatives from the 1st district | |
| In office January 2, 2005 – January 5, 2009 | |
| Preceded by | Carol Lambert |
| Succeeded by | Gerald Bennett |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 26, 1944 |
| Party | Republican |
| Spouse | Rita Heinert |
| Children | 3 |
| Occupation | Engineer, Politician |
Early life
On August 26, 1944, Heinert was born in Belle Fourche, South Dakota.[1]
Education
In 1967, Heinert earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from South Dakota School of Mines and Technology in Rapid City, South Dakota.[1]
Career
In 1967, Heinert became an Engineer for American Oil Company, until 1968. In 1968, Heinert was an Engineer for Anaconda Forest Products, until 1972. In 1975, Heinert became a Project Engineer for Champion International Corporation. In 1981, Heinery became a Manager at Champion International Corporation, until 2000.[1]
On November 2, 2004, Heinert won the election and became a Republican member of Montana House of Representatives for District 1. Heinert defeated Eileen J. Carney and Russell D. Brown with 48.71% of the votes. Heinert won by 49 votes.[2][3] On November 7, 2006, as an incumbent, Heinert won the election and continued serving District 1. Heinert defeated Eileen J. Carney and Russell D. Brown with 47.70% of the votes.[4][5][1]
Personal life
Heinert's wife is Rita Heinert. They have three children. Heinert and his family live in Libby, Montana.[1]