THE 2026 CANDIDATE FILE
SAM FORSTAG
Candidate for U.S. House · Montana · District 1
THE PERSON
Background
Sam Forstag’s campaign describes work for the Forest Service, progressing to smokejumper firefighting. His background also includes study at the University of Montana, community organizing and advocacy at the state legislature.
Education
- University of Montana · studied; completed degree not established
Background sources checked October 30, 2026.
THE POLICIES
Where they stand
Campaign promises are labeled separately from past actions. These are sourced positions, not endorsements or predictions. No stance is assigned from party affiliation.
Sourced issue positions have not yet been added for this candidate. That is a coverage gap, not a claim that they have no views.
THE ELECTION
Ballot & sources
U.S. House · District 1 · November 3, 2026
Candidate listing checked October 29, 2026.
Montana Secretary of State — Federal General 2026 candidate list ↗The candidate’s name and party follow the official ballot source. Backgrounds and issue positions are checked separately. A candidate is not an officeholder-elect unless a verified result establishes that status.