title: Kelly Kortum
text: # Kelly Kortum
  
  Kelly Kortum is an American politician serving as a member of the Montana House of Representatives from the 65th district. Elected in November 2020, he assumed office on January 4, 2021.
  
  ## Background
  
  Kortum was raised in Ekalaka, Montana and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in computer science from Montana State University. Kortum has also worked in construction and as a firefighter, He is the founder of the Gallatin Progressive Action Network. Kortum was elected to the Montana House of Representatives in November 2020 and assumed office on January 4, 2021.
  
  