Terry Gestrin
American politician from Idaho
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Terry F. Gestrin is an American politician who served as a member of the Idaho House of Representatives from the 8th district. He assumed office on August 2, 2012.[1]
Terry Gestrin | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Idaho House of Representatives from 8th district | |
| In office August 2, 2012 – December 1, 2022 | |
| Preceded by | Ken Roberts |
| Succeeded by | Matthew Bundy (redistricting) |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Cascade, Idaho, U.S. |
| Party | Republican |
| Education | Idaho State University (BBA) |
Early life and education
Gestrin was born in Cascade, Idaho. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in finance from Idaho State University.
Career
After redistricting in 2012, Gestrin sought the 8th district seat in the Idaho Senate but was defeated in the May 2012 Republican primary by then-Representative Steven Thayn.
When Representative Ken Roberts was appointed to the Idaho State Tax Commission later in July, the Legislative District 8 Republican Central Committee selected Gestrin to take Roberts' place on the general election ballot for Seat A.[2]
Governor Otter appointed Gestrin to serve the remainder of Roberts' term.[3]
Committee assignments
- Education Committee
- Resources and Conservation Committee
- Transportation and Defense Committee
Elections
| Year | Candidate | Votes | Pct | Candidate | Votes | Pct |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 General[5] | Terry Gestrin (incumbent) | 13,894 | 67.9% | Karla Miller | 7,405 | 34.8% |
| 2014 Primary[6] | Terry Gestrin (incumbent) | 4,443 | 62.9% | Ernest Walker | 2,618 | 37.1% |
| 2014 General[7] | Terry Gestrin (incumbent) | 12,848 | 99.1% | Ammon Prolife (W/I) | 111 | 0.9% |
| 2016 Primary[8] | Terry Gestrin (incumbent) | 5,999 | 100% | |||
| 2016 General[9] | Terry Gestrin (incumbent) | 16,745 | 74.1% | Jocelyn Plass | 5,864 | 25.9% |
