John Gannon
District 17 House A
2024 Primary - won
2024 General Election - won
John Gannon is a State Legislator who has represented Boise’s Central Bench area since 2013. With a long-standing commitment to his community, he has actively advocated for issues like accessible voting, fair property taxes, education funding, and inflation relief, including efforts to repeal the grocery tax. His legislative service includes work on Idaho’s finance, transportation, judiciary, and ethics committees. As a former neighborhood leader and PTA advocate, Gannon’s community-centered approach reflects his dedication to Boise’s growth and well-being.
Gannon’s work this session highlights his support for Idaho Launch Scholarships, which have benefited over 100 students in District 17. He also opposed restrictive medical care legislation and protected local library autonomy. As part of the committee on state employee compensation, he emphasizes fair pay aligned with inflation. Living in Boise’s Bench area for years, Gannon’s deep local connections and legislative experience continue to shape his service and advocacy for District 17’s diverse needs.
2024 General Election Results
Gannon 15,320 votes
News Stories
Boise Bench voters this November will decide whether to return incumbent Democratic lawmakers to the Idaho Capitol or seek new representation.
Boise Bench voters this November will decide whether to return incumbent Democratic lawmakers to the Idaho Capitol or seek new representation.
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Voting unanimously, the board approved a one-year extension, designed to allow the University of Idaho to continue negotiating with Phoenix, a massive for-profit online university serving some 85,000 students.
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