Mark Reinschmidt
Mark Reinschmidt | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Montana House of Representatives from the 75th district | |
| Assumed office July 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Marta Bertoglio |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1960 (age 64–65) |
| Political party | Republican |
| Residence(s) | Jefferson County, Montana, U.S. |
| Alma mater | Montana State University |
| Occupation | artist, school board trustee |
Mark Reinschmidt (born 1960), is an American politician who is serving as a member of the Montana House of Representatives from the 75th district. A Republican, Reinschmidt succeeded Marta Bertoglio who resigned in June 2025.
Early life and education
[edit]Growing up on a ranch near Whitehall, Montana, in Jefferson County,[1] he attended Whitehall High School. He graduated from Montana State University.[2]
Career
[edit]Reinschmidt has lived in Jefferson County for thirty years.[3] He worked as a artist, specializing in metal sculptures and runs two businesses.[3] Prior to his political career, he was also a trustee on the Whitehall School Board.[1]
In June 2025, 75th district Republican incumbent Marta Bertoglio resigned to be named Montana Commerce Director.[4] On July 16, he was interviewed by the Jefferson County Commission as one of the three candidates on the Republican shortlist.[3] On July 22, Reinschmidt defeated more experienced politicians Terry Churchill and Kirk Wagoner and was selected to succeed Bertoglio.[1][3] Reinschmidt has stated that he will seek election to the Montana Legislature in 2026.[1]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d Lepeska, David (July 29, 2025). "Reinschmidt named HD 75 representative". The Boulder Monitor. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
- ^ "Montana State Rep. Mark Reinschmidt".
- ^ a b c d Compton, Christine (July 22, 2025). "Jefferson County officials pick metal artist Mark Reinschmidt as new House District 75 rep". Eastern Progress. Retrieved September 21, 2025.
- ^ Ambarian, Jonathon. "Lawsuit claims appointment of Clancy lawmaker as Commerce director was unlawful". KVTH. Retrieved September 21, 2025.