Jim, a dedicated public servant, has a rich history of local and state governmental involvement. Born in Pocatello, Idaho, and a graduate of Marsh Valley High School, Jim’s commitment to his community began early. He served on the Marsh Valley School District Board of Trustees from 1995 to 2001, providing leadership and insight into educational needs. Following this, he took on the role of Bannock County Commissioner, serving from 2001 to 2007, where he focused on local governance and community issues. Jim continued his political career by serving a term in the Idaho House of Representatives from 2010 to 2012. A family man, Jim is a father to three children and a grandfather to nine grandchildren, embedding family values and civic responsibility into the next generations.