Larry Hal Grinde (born June 25, 1948) is an American politician and rancher who served in the Montana House of Representatives from 1986 to 2000 as a Republican.[1] Grinde served as House Minority Whip from 1991 to 1992 and House Majority Leader from 1993 to 2000.
Larry Grinde | |
|---|---|
| Majority Leader of the Montana House of Representatives | |
| In office 1993–2000 | |
| Preceded by | Jerry Driscoll |
| Succeeded by | Paul Sliter |
| Minority Whip of the Montana House of Representatives | |
| In office 1991–1992 | |
| Member of the Montana House of Representatives | |
| In office 1986–2000 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Larry Hal Grinde June 25, 1948 Lewistown, Montana, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Children | 2 |
| Residence(s) | Lewistown, Montana, U.S. |
| Alma mater | University of Wyoming Montana State University |
| Profession | Politician, rancher |
Early life and education edit
Grinde was born in Lewistown, Montana on June 25, 1948. He attended the University of Wyoming and Montana State University.[2]
Career edit
Grinde served in the Montana House of Representatives from 1986 to 2000 as a Republican. He served as House Minority Whip from 1991 to 1992 and House Majority Leader from 1993 to 2000.
Grinde was an unsuccessful candidate to represent the 47th legislative district of Montana in the Montana Senate in 2000.
Outside the Montana Legislature, Grinde served as a chair of the Fergus County Republican Central Committee.
Outside politics, Grinde worked as a rancher.[3]
Political positions edit
In 1998, Grinde received a 100% rating from Gun Owners of America and a B rating from the NRA Political Victory Fund. In 1999, he received a 100% rating from the National Federation of Independent Business.[4]
Personal life edit
Grinde currently resides in Lewistown. He is divorced and has two children.[2]
Grinde is Lutheran.
References edit
- ^ "Montana Legislative Leadership 1889 - Present". Montana Legislature. Archived from the original on December 5, 2009. Retrieved March 26, 2017 – via Wayback Machine.
- ^ a b "Larry Hal Grinde's Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved April 1, 2023.
- ^ Johnson, Charles S. (May 1, 1999). "Grinde passes up shot at governor's office". Missoulian. Retrieved December 8, 2015.
- ^ "Larry Hal Grinde's Ratings and Endorsements". Vote Smart. Retrieved December 8, 2015.
External links edit
- Profile from Vote Smart
