Paul Sliter

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.
PartyRepublican
SpouseElaine Sliter
Children1
EducationUniversity of Montana (BA)

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]

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]

Death

On August 15, 2001, Silter was involved in a car accident with Shane Hedges when the latter lost control of his vehicle on a dirt road outside of Helena, Montana.[6] Silter died on the scene, whereas Hedges only suffered minor injuries and was released from hospital shortly afterwards.[7] Hedges later pleaded guilty to the negligent homicide of Silter.[8]

Personal life

Sliter lived with his wife and family in Somers, Montana.[9]

References

  1. ^ Capace, Nancy (January 1, 2000). Encyclopedia of Montana. Somerset Publishers, Inc. ISBN 978-0-403-09604-6.
  2. ^ "A Flathead Founding Family". Flathead Beacon. October 8, 2017. Retrieved September 28, 2022.
  3. ^ "GOP 'rising star' dies in Montana car crash". Portsmouth Herald. Retrieved September 28, 2022.
  4. ^ "Governor Comes Clean on Laundry". Los Angeles Times. January 5, 2002. Retrieved September 28, 2022.
  5. ^ "Montana Governor's Aide Resigns". AP NEWS. Retrieved September 28, 2022.
  6. ^ McLaughlin, Kathleen (August 17, 2001). "House GOP leader dies in SUV crash". Missoulian. Retrieved September 28, 2022.
  7. ^ "National Briefing | Rockies: Montana: Lawmaker Dies In Crash". The New York Times. August 17, 2001. Retrieved March 26, 2024.
  8. ^ Anez, Bob (February 13, 2002). "Suspected Cover Up in Mont Crash". Midland Daily News. Retrieved March 26, 2024.
  9. ^ "Paul Sliter's Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved September 28, 2022.
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