Jon Sonju | |
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Member of the Montana Senate from the 4th district | |
In office January 2011 –January 2015 | |
Preceded by | Gregory D. Barkus |
Succeeded by | Mark Blasdel |
Member of the MontanaHouseofRepresentatives from the 7th district | |
In office January 2005 –January 2011 | |
Preceded by | Monica Lindeen |
Succeeded by | Randy Brodehl |
Personal details | |
Born | Kalispell,Montana,U.S. | December 26,1975
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Tania Sonju |
Alma mater | Montana State University,Billings |
Occupation | Politician |
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