Grayson Stone

Grayson Stone: Republican Candidate for Idaho House District 25A

Grayson Stone is a Republican candidate running for the Idaho House of Representatives in District 25A. Stone lives in Twin Falls and is competing in the May 19, 2026 Republican primary. He is not a formally elected or appointed incumbent. The seat was vacated in November 2025 when Rep. Lance Clow resigned for health and personal reasons. Gov. Brad Little appointed Don Hall to fill the vacancy in December 2025. When Hall’s health prevented him from casting votes during the 2026 session, Stone served as one of his legislative alternates. Hall withdrew from the primary in February 2026 and endorsed Stone. Stone, Callow, Andrew Messer, and Zaine Newberry are competing in the Republican primary. Democrat Marla Palmer has also filed for the seat, according to Idaho Education News.

Background

Grayson Stone is a fourth-generation Idahoan and a native of Twin Falls. He attended Wabash College on a wrestling scholarship before transferring to the University of Idaho, where he completed his degree, as noted in his professional profile at TOK Commercial. After college, Stone relocated to Carlsbad, New Mexico, where he worked as a firefighter, paramedic, and rescue diver. He returned to Twin Falls to raise his family, as he described in coverage of his 2023 city council campaign by the Twin Falls Tribune.

Stone joined the commercial real estate firm TOK Commercial in 2019. His total transaction volume exceeds $177 million across multiple asset classes. He earned the Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation in 2023 and the Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR) designation in 2024. He became a partner at TOK Commercial in 2026. The Idaho Business Review named him to its Accomplished Under 40 list in 2021 and its annual CRE Power 25 list of influential commercial real estate professionals in 2022.

Stone’s civic record in Twin Falls spans several roles. He served on the City of Twin Falls Planning and Zoning Commission, chaired the Twin Falls Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, and co-founded the Idaho Pediatric Cancer Coalition, serving as its board chair in 2020. He was elected to Twin Falls City Council Seat 2 in November 2023and sworn in at the council’s January 2024 organizational meeting.

Political Career

Stone has not previously held state or federal elected office. His only elected position prior to the 2026 House race is his seat on the Twin Falls City Council, which he won in November 2023. He has no record of prior runs for legislative office.

His connection to the 2026 legislative session arose through the alternate system rather than election or appointment. When appointed Rep. Don Hall fell ill during the session, Stone served as one of Hall’s designated alternates and cast votes in his place, as reported by News Radio 1310. Hall announced in February 2026 that he would not seek election and endorsed Stone. Stone filed for the primary shortly after. He carries no formal committee assignments, sponsored no bills, and has no voting record in his own name from the session.

Policy Positions

Stone has centered his campaign on economic concerns. In a March 2026 commentary on News Radio 1310, he stated his core focus plainly: “I’m more concerned about the cost of living and taxes.” The same commentary noted that Stone has not engaged with conspiracy-oriented political rhetoric and frames his candidacy around household financial pressures facing Magic Valley residents.

On land use, Stone has expressed opposition to sprawl on agricultural grounds. He explained his position during a prior radio interview, stating that sprawl consumes farmland. During his 2023 city council campaign, he organized his municipal priorities around what he called “FIT” — First Responders, Infrastructure, and Transportation. He emphasized staffing growth in police and fire departments, infrastructure investment in developing areas of Twin Falls, and regional advocacy for a third bridge crossing, as described in Twin Falls Tribune coverage.

The Magic Valley Times-News reported that his campaign is focused on strong families, public safety, economic opportunity, and responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars, according to his candidacy announcement. As of April 2026, Stone has not released detailed public positions on statewide issues including education funding, Medicaid, public lands, or election law. This section will be updated as additional information becomes available.

Political Alignment

Available evidence supports classifying Grayson Stone as a Traditional Conservative Republican. His public record reflects a focus on fiscal issues, local economic conditions, and agricultural land protection. No documented ties to the Idaho Freedom Foundation, the Idaho Freedom Caucus, or the Citizens Alliance of Idaho have emerged from research conducted for this profile. His messaging, as documented in local media coverage, has not included criticism of other Republican legislators from a rightward position. His opposition to sprawl and his prior contribution to a Boise Democrat’s campaign have drawn attention from primary opponents, but neither item reflects ideological activist positioning.

Campaign and Endorsements

Stone’s most significant documented endorsement is from Rep. Don Hall, the appointed incumbent who withdrew from the race. Hall’s public statement cited Stone’s understanding of Magic Valley concerns, his ability to build relationships, and his capacity to navigate complex issues. Hall also indicated he would continue providing Stone counsel on legislative matters. No endorsements from major Idaho political organizations have been publicly announced as of the date of this profile.

Public Controversies or Criticism

During the Republican primary, an opponent circulated an attack ad pointing to a past campaign contribution Stone made to Boise Mayor Lauren McLean, a Democrat. Stone addressed the contribution in an earlier radio interview, explaining that he and McLean share an opposition to agricultural sprawl. The contribution and Stone’s response are documented in a March 2026 News Radio 1310 column. No other credible public controversies have been reported as of the date of this profile.

FAQ

Who is Grayson Stone in Idaho? Grayson Stone is a Twin Falls Republican running for the Idaho House of Representatives in District 25A in the May 2026 primary. He is a commercial real estate broker, former firefighter and paramedic, and has served on the Twin Falls City Council since January 2024.

What district is Grayson Stone running in? Stone is running in Idaho House District 25A, which covers portions of Twin Falls County in south-central Idaho.

Is Grayson Stone an incumbent? No. Stone is not a formally elected or appointed incumbent. He served as a legislative alternate for appointed Rep. Don Hall during the 2026 session but was never seated as a member of the House.

What are Grayson Stone’s political positions? Stone has publicly focused on cost-of-living concerns, taxes, and opposition to agricultural sprawl. Detailed positions on statewide policy issues had not been released as of April 2026.

Who has endorsed Grayson Stone? Rep. Don Hall, the appointed incumbent in District 25A who withdrew from the race for health reasons, has publicly endorsed Stone and pledged ongoing counsel on legislative issues.

Profile published by IdahoVoters.com. Last updated April 2026. This profile will be updated as additional information becomes available.