Rae Peppers
| Rae Peppers | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Montana House of Representatives from the 41st district | |
| Incumbent | |
| Assumed office January 7, 2013 | |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residence | Lame Deer, Montana |
Patricia Rae Peppers is a Democratic member of the Montana House of Representatives who represents the 41st District. She was elected in 2012, defeating Republican incumbent Sterling Small by a margin of 1,399 to 1,080.[1]
Peppers sponsored legislation in 2013, HB 447,[2] to provide scholarships for Montana Purple Heart recipients.[3] In 2012, Peppers' son, Pfc. Joshua Peppers, lost his right foot following an attack involving an IED while on duty with the U.S. Army in Afghanistan.[4]
She is a member of the Northern Cheyenne Tribe and resides in Lame Deer, Montana.[3]
References
- ↑ Lutey, Tom (7 November 2012). "Democrats pick up 7 Montana House seats". Billings Gazette. Retrieved 26 March 2014.
- ↑ "Montana Legislature: Detailed Bill Information". Montana Legislative Branch. Retrieved 26 March 2014.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Daffron, Brian (5 September 2013). "Power Brokers V: The Plains States Show the Strength of Native Women". Indian Country Today Media Network. Retrieved 26 March 2014.
- ↑ Irish, Carmen (9 August 2012). "Injured soldier from Lame Deer in recovery; fund set up". Billings Gazette. Retrieved 26 March 2014.