Representative James Franklin Battin

James Franklin Battin (born February 13, 1925) was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from the state of Montana. He represented Montana’s 2nd congressional district and served as a historical member of Congress during the 1960s. Battin’s tenure in the House began on January 3, 1961, and concluded on January 3, 1971, spanning a full decade in federal office.

During his time in Congress, Battin completed five terms as a representative. Serving as a Republican from Montana’s 2nd district, he participated in national legislative affairs through a period marked by significant political and social change in the United States. While specific committee assignments and legislative initiatives are not listed in the available record, his decade-long service underscores his sustained role in representing Montana at the federal level.