Biography
Born in Salt Lake City, Utah; current resident of Hailey, Idaho; graduated from Olympus High; attended University of Utah (anthropology and genetics), paramedic school, and fire academy; served 27 years as a firefighter and paramedic with Wood River Fire & Rescue (rank of captain) and Ketchum Fire Department; served one year on Blaine County Planning and Zoning Commission; more than 30 years of volunteer service with crisis hotline, Mountain Humane, Wood River Trails Coalition, and Wood River Land Trust; Eagle Scout; received the President’s Volunteer Service Award in recognition of public service (2022); wife: Alex.
State senators serve in their state's upper legislative chamber. Responsibilities include drafting and voting on state laws, representing their district, confirming gubernatorial appointments, and shaping the state budget. State senators typically serve longer terms than state representatives and represent larger districts. State legislation covers education, healthcare, infrastructure, criminal justice, and taxation.