THANK YOU BONNEVILLE REPUBLICANS!
We want to take a moment to thank the voters of Bonneville County for coming out to make their voices heard and the staff with the County Elections Office for handling their important responsibilities with professionalism.
We also want to thank every single candidate who ran for office in Bonneville County and Legislative Districts, from State Legislature, County Offices, and Precinct Committeeman. It takes a lot of time and commitment to do what each of you did and it is appreciated.
Finally, we want to congratulate each of the candidates who our Republican voters chose to be our nominees in the November election. We look forward to working with each of the campaigns to win in the fall!
Bonneville County Central Committee Reorganization Results
A reorganization meeting, required every two years after the primary election, saw the following persons elected to the Executive Committee:
* Chairman: Michael Colson
* Vice-Chairs (in order): Kathryn Hitch, William Athay, James Peterson, Christopher Cook
* Secretary: Heather Rich
* Treasurer: Alisa Prudent
* State Committeeman: Skyler Johns
* State Committeewoman: Stephanie Taylor-Thompson
* Veterans Affairs: Thomas West
* Youth Committeeperson: Robert Ryan
Legislative District Chairs as follows:
* District 32-Cindy Walker
* District 33-Kirk Larsen
* District 35-Bruce Loertscher
Congratulations to those serving!
2026 GOP CONVENTION DELEGATE & ALTERNATE LIST
Delegate List:
Bruce Loertscher
Jeff Palmer
Mike Colson
Jonathan Walker
Royce Lee
Julie Fowers
Skyler Johns
Dynell Loertscher
Sara Colson
Clif Davis
Alisa Prudent
William Athay
Debra Haacke
Beverly Kingsford
Kirk Larsen
John Malek
Steve Taggart
Gary Watson
Rebecca Davis
Cindy Walker
Michele Watson
Susan West
Gary West
Jeannine Larsen
Heather Rich
Amy Walker
Bryan Lovell
Russell Jenks
Lisa Keller
Alternate List:
Robert Kingsford
Dustin Mortimer
Nicholas Contos
Jill Lovell
Paul Mason
Drelyn Roker
Tiffany Longacre
Brian McKellar
Don Schantz
John ScottWilson
Val Bingham
Cheri Cook
Beverly Hunter
Keith Keller
Mark Olsen
Jacob Peterson
James Porter
Amy Taylor
James Gill
Marilyn Mills
Rodney Walker
Allan Klingler
Kelly Porter
Brent Satterthwaite
Heather Barrie
Douglas Barrie
Kimberly King
Leighton Linning
Brooks Taylor
LD 32:
Delegates:
Kevin Cook
Stephanie Mickelsen
Erin Bingham
Alternates:
Lisa Keller
Jacob Peterson
Cindy Walker
LD 33:
Delegates:
Marco Erickson
Dave Lent
Barbara Ehardt
Alternates:
Jeanine Larson
Jeff Thompson
Rob Ryan
LD 35:
Delegates:
Mark Harris
Mike Veile
Josh Wheeler
Alternates:
Shellie Veile
Tom Loertscher
Jeanie Avery
SPECIAL NOTICE: The Region X reorganization meeting will take place on Thursday, June 5th, at 6pm. The meeting will be held at 2090 International Way, in Idaho Falls, Idaho. All interested Republicans are encouraged to attend.
For further details, email info@bonnevillegop.com.
THANK YOU EAST IDAHO!!
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We had a great Lincoln Day event honoring America 250, meeting local Republicans and honoring Dean Mortimer and Linden Batemen. Special thanks go out to Lt. Governor Scott Bedke and Congressman Mike Simpson for attending the event and offering their unique perspective. These events remind all of us why we live in the greatest state and belong to a party of people who build our community up!
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LINCOLN DAY SPONSORS:
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Special Thanks to Ross' Coin & Gun -- Steel Gun & Pawn
Congratulations to Dean Mortimer
Outstanding Bonneville County Republican
Public Service Award for 2026
Pretty Sure Someone Is Going To Jail
The Bonneville County Republican Central Committee Wishes to Thank Sheriff Sam Hulse and Staff Who Allowed Us To Tour The Jail Facility on January 15th. Our Hats Are Off To The Deputies Who Serve & Protect Our County Every Day!!!
Pictured: Central Committee Members Attending a Briefing & Tour at the Bonneville County Jail
SOME INTERESTING 2025 STATISTICS FROM THE SHERIFF:
Number of Jail Bookings - 4092
Average Daily Jail Population - 358
Mental Health Stats - Average Daily 8 Inmates
Average Daily Inmates Housed at State Hospital South - 6
Immigration & Customs Enforcement Related Arrests - 58
Detainers Placed - 25
Cost Per Day Per Inmate - $108.57
2026 Idaho Legislature Information
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The State Budget | A Guide to Idaho Politics and Civic Engagement
Every legislative session in Idaho, a group of lawmakers called the Joint Finance and Appropriations Committee considers each state agency’s budget request. The committee is made up of ten House members and ten Senators who work together to create budgets based on what the state agencies need and want, as well as how much money the state receives from the taxes and fees that you pay.
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Next Meeting: May 22 @ 7pm
Location: Shilo Inn, 780 Lindsay Blvd., Idaho Falls, ID
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