Paul Sliter

Paul Sliter (May 5, 1969 – August 15, 2001) was an American politician and businessman who served as a member of the Montana House of Representatives for the 76th district from 1994 until 2001.[1]

Paul Sliter
Member of the Montana House of Representatives
from the 76th district
In office
1994–2001
Succeeded byBernie Olson
Personal details
BornMay 5, 1969
Kalispell, Montana, U.S.
DiedAugust 15, 2001 (aged 32)
Marysville, Montana, U.S.
Political partyRepublican
EducationUniversity of Montana (BA)

Early life and education

Sliter was born in Kalispell, Montana, and graduated from Flathead County High School in 1987. He received his bachelor's degree in political science from University of Montana in 1996. As a college student, Sliter served as an intern in the office of Senator Conrad Burns.[2]

Career

Sliter worked as the sales and credit manager at the Sliter's Ace Lumber and Building Supply in Bigfork, Montana.[3] Sliter served in the Montana House of Representatives from 1994 until his death in 2001. A Republican, he also served as House majority leader.[4][5]

Personal life

Sliter lived with his wife and family in Somers, Montana. He died in a car accident near Marysville, Montana.[6][7]

References
  1. Capace, Nancy (2000-01-01). Encyclopedia of Montana. Somerset Publishers, Inc. ISBN 978-0-403-09604-6.
  2. "A Flathead Founding Family". Flathead Beacon. 2017-10-08. Retrieved 2022-09-28.
  3. "GOP 'rising star' dies in Montana car crash". Portsmouth Herald. Retrieved 2022-09-28.
  4. "Governor Comes Clean on Laundry". Los Angeles Times. 2002-01-05. Retrieved 2022-09-28.
  5. "Montana Governor's Aide Resigns". AP NEWS. Retrieved 2022-09-28.
  6. McLaughlin, Kathleen. "House GOP leader dies in SUV crash". missoulian.com. Retrieved 2022-09-28.
  7. "Paul Sliter's Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved 2022-09-28.


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