Alan Hale (February 24, 1953 — April 23, 2016) was an American political figure who served as a Republican member of the Montana Legislature. He was elected to House District 77 {when accessed on October 3, 2016, this link was no longer active} which represents the Jefferson County area. Hale gained attention when he argued that DUI laws are harmful to small business owners.Leibowitz, Barry. ""Bar fight" over DUI: Montana rep. says drunk driving laws hurt businesses like his bar" (CBS News, April 4, 2011) {photograph included}"Activists say Montana lawmaker's speech perpetuates boozy image" (Billings Gazette, April 1, 2011) {photograph included} {when accessed on October 3, 2016, this link was no longer active}
Political experience Born in McNary, a census-designated place in Arizona, Hale was elected in 2010 to represent District 77 in the Montana House of Representatives."Protesters Gather Outside Obama Town Hall Meeting On Health Care / In This Photo: Myron Kovash, Alan Hale" (Anne Sherwood / Getty Images / North America, August 13, 2009) In 2012, however, he lost the Republican primary to Kirk Wagoner.
Death and family Alan Hale died at his home in East Helena two months past his 63rd birthday."In Memory of Alan L. Hale" (Legacy.com, April 23, 2016) He and his wife Gail were the parents of five children."Alan Hale, 63" (Montana Standard, May 10, 2016) {photograph included}"Hale, Alan L." (Independent Record, May 11, 2016) {photograph included}
Professional experience Owner of Silver Saddle Bar and Café Business Manager Logger Miner Truck Driver Construction Worker
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