By - Associated Press - Monday, February 8, 2021 HELENA, Mont. (AP) - GOP state Rep. Brian Putnam has tested positive for COVID-19, the Montana House Republicans said. Putnam felt mildly symptomatic Thursday night, was tested Friday and received his positive test result on Sunday. He notified leadership of his results and authorized the release of his name. Putnam participated in the Legislature remotely on Friday and will continue to do so. He is a member of the House State Administration and Natural Resources committees. TOP STORIES