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Democrat

Mary Kaufman

Idaho House of Representatives, District 35 Seat B

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City:Ammon

Mary Kaufman: Democratic Nominee for Idaho House District 35 Seat B

Mary Kaufman was the sole candidate on the ballot in the May 19, 2026 Democratic primary for Idaho House District 35 Seat B, receiving 852 votes, according to certified Idaho Secretary of State results. She faces two-term Republican incumbent Rep. Josh Wheeler in the November 3, 2026 general election. Idaho Secretary of State records show no prior electoral history under her name, and no campaign website, party profile, or completed candidate questionnaire naming her could be found.

Ballot Context

As the Idaho State Journal reported: "In the state representative Seat B race, GOP incumbent Josh Wheeler has no primary opponent but will face Democrat Mary Kaufman in November." A regional candidate survey later noted that Kaufman did not respond in time to participate.

Campaign Finance

As of the last filed report, Kaufman's campaign committee reported no contributions and no cash balance to the Idaho Secretary of State's Sunshine portal.

Sources

Profile published by IdahoVoters.com. Last updated September 28, 2026. This profile will be updated as additional information becomes available.

Frequently asked questions

What office is Mary Kaufman running for?
Idaho House District 35, Seat B, in the November 3, 2026 general election. She is the Democratic nominee.
Who is her opponent?
Two-term Republican incumbent Rep. Josh Wheeler.
Did Kaufman face a primary opponent?
No. She was the only candidate in the May 19, 2026 Democratic primary and received 852 votes, per certified Idaho Secretary of State results.
Has Kaufman held elected office before?
No. Idaho Secretary of State records show no prior electoral history under her name.
Has Kaufman reported her campaign finances?
As of the last filed report, her 2026 Idaho Sunshine filing shows no contributions and no cash balance.

Also on the ballot in District 35

Every candidate for the State Senate and both House seats in this district. See the full District 35 page.