Steve Daines is the Republican U.S. Senator from Montana, in office since 2015.
Current term began January 3, 2021. In the Senate since January 6, 2015.
Committee assignments
- Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources
- Senate Committee on Finance
- Senate Committee on Foreign Relations
- Senate Committee on Indian Affairs
Committee work shapes much of what happens in the Senate, from hearings to shaping bills before they reach the floor.
Term and next election
Steve Daines holds a Class 2 seat in the United States Senate. Senators serve six-year terms, and the two seats in each state sit in different classes, so they are not up for election in the same year. This seat is next on the ballot in 2026, when voters across Montana choose who fills it.
On the ballot November 3, 2026
Steve Daines is not a candidate for this seat. These candidates are on the ballot:
- Kurt Alme, Republican
- Alani Bankhead, Democratic
- Kyle Austin, Libertarian
- Seth Bodnar, Independent
Source: Montana Secretary of State, federal general election candidate list, checked September 26, 2026. See all 35 Senate races.
Montana
Steve Daines is one of two U.S. Senators for Montana, who represent the whole state rather than a single district. For the U.S. House delegation, see the Montana congressional districts. To find your own House representative, use the home page lookup.
Washington office: 320 Hart Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510
Frequently asked questions
When is Steve Daines next up for election?
This seat is a Class 2 Senate seat, next up for election in 2026. Every voter in Montana takes part in that race.
What committees does Steve Daines serve on?
Steve Daines serves on the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, Senate Committee on Finance, Senate Committee on Foreign Relations, Senate Committee on Indian Affairs.
How do I contact Steve Daines?
You can reach the office of Steve Daines by phone at 202-224-2651 or through the official U.S. Senate website. The Washington office is at 320 Hart Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510.
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Last updated July 10, 2026.
Data last checked September 26, 2026.