Bernie Olson
Bernie Olson is an American educator, businessman, and politician from Montana. Olson is a former Republican member of Montana House of Representatives.
Bernie Olson | |
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Member of the Montana Senate from the 76th district | |
In office January 2003 – December 2004 | |
Succeeded by | Jon C. Sesso |
Member of the Montana House of Representatives from the 10th district | |
In office January 2005 – December 2006 | |
Preceded by | Donald Roberts |
Succeeded by | Mark Blasdel |
Personal details | |
Born | 1946 (age 74–75) Butte, Montana |
Political party | Republican |
Children | 2 |
Residence | Lakeside, Montana |
Alma mater | University of Montana |
Occupation | Educator, businessman, and politician |
Early life
In 1946, Olson was born in Butte, Montana.[1]
Education
In 1970, Olson earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Montana.[1]
Career
In 1968, Olson served in the United States Army Reserve, until 1974.[1]
In 1970, Olson became a teacher, until 1999. In 1999, Olson became the President of Willow Creek Farm, Incorporated.[1]
On November 5, 2002, Olson won the election and became a Republican member of Montana House of Representatives for District 76. Olson defeated Robert Dale Beck with 99.60% of the votes.[2][1]
On November 2, 2004, Olson won the election and became a Republican member of Montana House of Representatives for District 10. Olson defeated Aaron Navin Bouschor with 76.15% of the votes.[3][1]
Awards
- 2018 MEA-MFT Hall of Fame inductee.[4]
Personal life
Olson has two children. Olson and his family live in Lakeside, Montana. [1][5]
References
- "Bernie Olson's Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved September 17, 2020.
- "MT State House 076". ourcampaigns.com. November 5, 2002. Retrieved September 17, 2020.
- "MT State House 010". ourcampaigns.com. November 2, 2004. Retrieved September 17, 2020.
- "This is our time – 1st MFPE Annual Conference". mfpe.org. April 16, 2018. Retrieved September 17, 2020.
- "2019 Fall Mack Days Update – Week 2". montanaoutdoor.com. September 30, 2019. Retrieved September 17, 2020.