Cut Bank, Montana Public Records

The registration deadline is noon the day before Election Day for same-day registration at the Glacier County office, or by mail postmarked at least 30 days before an election. Montana law at MCA § 13-2-110 allows Election Day registration for those appearing in person with proper identification. Acceptable ID includes a Montana driver's license, state ID card, tribal ID, passport, or current utility bill, bank statement, or government document showing name and current address. The city holds municipal elections for Mayor and City Council positions, with the next contest scheduled for November 2025 on a four-year cycle. Mayoral and council candidates file with the Cut Bank City Clerk at City Hall. Local ballot measures such as mill levy requests or ordinance initiatives also appear on city election ballots. Residents participate in county-wide elections for Glacier County Commissioners, Sheriff, Clerk and Recorder, Treasurer, Attorney, and other constitutional offices, typically held in even-numbered years. Polling place assignments can be found using the Montana My Voter Page at https://app.mt.gov/voterinfo by entering name and date of birth. The city typically has polling locations at the Glacier County Courthouse and other designated sites depending on precinct. Montana public records law makes certain election information publicly accessible. Voter registration lists, excluding certain personal information, are available to candidates and political committees under MCA § 13-2-220. Campaign finance reports for state and local candidates are searchable through the Montana Commissioner of Political Practices at https://capp-mt.gov. Candidate filing information and petitions are public records at the Glacier County election office, and precinct-level results are posted by the county and compiled statewide by the Secretary of State. In the November 2024 general election, Glacier County reported approximately 54-58% voter turnout, with 3,800-4,200 ballots cast out of roughly 7,000 registered voters. County results showed strong support for Republican candidates in federal and statewide races, consistent with the region's conservative voting patterns. For the November 3, 2026 general election, voters will decide several significant races. Montana's U.S. Senate seat is not up in 2026 (next in 2024 and 2028), but Montana's U.S. House seat will be contested. The Montana Governor's office is not up in 2026 (next election is 2028). Montana State Senate District 14 and Montana State House of Representatives District 7, which include Glacier County, will have legislative races. The county will elect Commissioners, Sheriff, and other constitutional officers depending on the cycle, and city positions may appear if timing aligns or special elections are called. Montana is a universal mail ballot state under laws enacted in 2023. All registered voters automatically receive a mail ballot approximately 20-22 days before each election, which can be returned by mail (postmarked by Election Day), deposited in secure drop boxes at the Glacier County Courthouse and other sites, or voters can choose to vote in person at the Glacier County election office or designated polling places on Election Day. Absentee ballot tracking is available through the My Voter Page, and Montana law at MCA § 13-13-241 allows voters to request replacement ballots if the original is lost or damaged. Additional information on elections, sample ballots, and candidate information is available through the Glacier County election office and at https://sosmt.gov.