title: Jimmy Patelis
text: # Jimmy Patelis
  
  Jimmy Patelis is an American politician serving as a Republican member of the Montana House of Representatives from the 52nd district. He was elected in November 2020, and assumed office on January 4, 2021. He was also elected in November 2016, and served in the Montana House of Representatives from 2017 to 2019.
  
  ## Early life and education
  
  Patelis was born in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. He received a football scholarship to Montana Technological University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in society and technology.
  
  ## Career
  
  Patelis worked as a probation officer for 25 years before retiring. He was elected to the Montana House of Representatives in November 2020 and assumed office on January 4, 2021, succeeding Rodney Garcia.
  
  