Stan Stephens
Politician, 20th Governor of Montana
Born
September 16th, 1929
95 years ago
Died
April 3rd, 2021
4 years ago — 91 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the 20th Governor of Montana from 1992 to 2000. Prior to governorship, held positions in the Montana House of Representatives and the Montana State Senate. Focused on economic development and education reform during time in office. Worked on policies to support agriculture and natural resource management.
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Held positions in the Montana House and Senate
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