Denise Baum

Denise Baum is an American politician from Montana. She is a Democratic member of the Montana House of Representatives representing District 45. The district roughly covers the north-central area of Billings, Montana.

Baum first ran for office in the 2022 elections. The incumbent for the 47th district, Kathy Kelker, could not run due to term limits. Baum faced Republican challenger Thomas J. Madigan and won with 58% of the vote.

Due to redistricting following the US census Baum ran for District 45 in the 2024 elections. The 47th district was expanded and renamed the 45th district. She defeated Republican Kassidy Olson with 53% of the vote.

2023 Legislature Baum represented the 47th district from Billings, Montana in the 68th Montana Legislature. She served on three committees: State Administration and Veterans Affairs; Transportation; and Fish, Wildlife, and Parks. She also served as the vice chair of the Interim Transportation Committee that worked to bring the passenger rail to Montana. Additionally, she served on the Transportation Interim Committee.

Personal life Baum was born in West Allis, Wisconsin. She received a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice Administration from Mount Senario College.

Electoral history