Bill Thomas (Montana politician)

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Bill Thomas
Member of the MontanaHouseofRepresentatives
from the 26th district
In office
2007 -
Personal details
Born (1935-11-09) November 9, 1935 (age 84)
Missoula, Montana
Political party Democratic Party
Spouse(s)Janet
Residence Hobson, Montana
Alma mater Montana State University-Bozeman,
Northwestern University School of Dentistry
Profession dentist

Bill Thomas is a Democratic Party member of the Montana House of Representatives, representing District 26 since 2007. He previously served from 1997 through 2004.


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