Scott Tuxbury

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Scott Tuxbury

Republican Party

Elections and appointments

Last election

June 2, 2020

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Birthplace

Muskegon, Mich.

Religion

Christian

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Scott Tuxbury (Republican Party) (also known as Tux) ran for election for Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance, State Auditor. He lost in the Republican primary on June 2, 2020.

Tuxbury completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Scott Tuxbury was born in Muskegon, Michigan. He earned a bachelor's degree in insurance and risk management from the University of Iowa in 1983. Tuxbury's career experience includes working in insurance underwriting. Tuxbury's professional credentials include working as a certified insurance counselor, as a chartered property and casualty underwriter, and as an accredited farm insurance specialist.

Elections

2020

See also: Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance, Auditor election, 2020

General election

General election for Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance, State Auditor

Troy Downing defeated Shane Morigeau and Roger Roots in the general election for Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance, State Auditor on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Troy Downing (R)	55.3	326,742
		Shane Morigeau (D)	39.4	232,634
		Roger Roots (L)	5.3	31,267

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 590,643
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance, State Auditor

Shane Morigeau defeated Mike Winsor in the Democratic primary for Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance, State Auditor on June 2, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Shane Morigeau	61.3	78,608
		Mike Winsor	38.7	49,601

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 128,209
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance, State Auditor

Troy Downing defeated Scott Tuxbury and Nelly Nicol in the Republican primary for Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance, State Auditor on June 2, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Troy Downing	50.0	97,498
		Scott Tuxbury	29.9	58,227
		Nelly Nicol	20.2	39,312

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 195,037
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Libertarian primary election

The Libertarian primary election was canceled. Roger Roots advanced from the Libertarian primary for Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance, State Auditor.

Endorsements

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Campaign themes

2020

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Scott Tuxbury completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Tuxbury's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

My entire professional life has involved working on and with the issues that are regulated by this office. I purchased an underwriting business in 1992, that today employees 35 Montanans. During my over 37 years of traveling Montana and running a business, I know the unique problems and issues faced in each community. Working with small businesses and farmers and ranchers has been rewarding.

I am a certified instructor, teaching Montana law, business ethics, business insurance, and personal insurance. I've worked on legislative issues that impact consumers to expand insurance choices. I was appointed by Commissioner Rosendale to serve on the Montana Insurance Guarantee Association.

My commitment to protecting Montana and our values is strong. I've guided many horse trips into the wilderness areas of Montana, and I'm a passionate bow hunter, and fisherman.

I have two children, Colter and Kallie.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Committed and passionate about the office
• Experience and expertise in all aspects of the office
• The only office I will seek, and I will not run for another while serving

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Community outreach. To be an effective Commissioner of Securities and Insurance, we have to educate consumers and increase awareness. My goal will be to prevent abuse and fraud before they take place through extensive outreach programs.

As a land board member, I am passionate about properly managing our lands. We must not only provide revenue for the schools, but we must look at the communities that are impacted by the decisions of the board. As a sportsman, I also know and understand the importance of public access to our lands.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

The office is unique in the fact that it has a direct relationship on competition and pricing for insurance for all residents.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Ethics should be the most important characteristic for the office. The office is responsible for enforcing laws. It is imperative that the person obey our laws, and set an example for the public. We should only elect someone that upholds those principles.

We must also seek one that is committed to the office to serve the public, and for no other reason. The role is important, and to elect someone with only political aspirations would be an injustice.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

The core responsibilities are varied for each of the separate duties.

The key for insurance is effective regulation of insurance companies, and promoting competition. First and foremost is to protect our Montanans.

Securities is similar, but we must be effective in preventing exploitation.

What legacy would you like to leave?

When I leave the office I would like to leave a legacy of education. My goal will be to develop an extensive outreach and education program for Montana.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

My very first job was working in my family's insurance agency. I started working when I was 15 years old, as a general office assistant. My passion for insurance started shortly after I started working there. I continued to work for the next 4 years, until I left to attend college in Iowa to obtain a degree in Insurance.

My first job brings back some very bittersweet memories. My father was the 3rd generation to run the business, and had I decided to stay in Michigan I would have been the 4th. My lifetime desire to live in Montana was overwhelming, and I relocated here after college.

What responsibilities of this office do you personally consider the most important?

The most important responsibilities are;

1. to protect consumers by regulating insurers

2. to enhance competition and control costs

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

The actual title of "Auditor" is misleading, so many don't fully understand the breadth of the responsibilities;

1. Insurance- to regulate insurance companies, and insurance sales
2. Securities-to regulate sales and some placements

3. Land board seat-to oversee the Montana trust lands

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

I don't believe someone needs political experience, in fact I think it is beneficial to experience from the private sector. The office has too often been held by those seeking a political career, and no interest in the office.

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

We need someone with knowledge of all aspects of the office. To have a well rounded career in all aspects of insurance, securities and land issues should be a requirement. In addition, the skills and expertise to manage a business in Montana are important.

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