Born in Tyhee, Idaho; graduated Brigham Young University-Idaho; attended Idaho State University and Utah State University; graduated Medical Training Center, Fort Sam Houston, Texas, NCO School; member of the Idaho National Guard; Boy Scouts of America: District Commissioner; Scout Master; Eagle Scout, Duty to God Award; Bureau Chief, U.S. Congressman; Sergeant at Arms, Idaho State Senate; Student Body President, Ricks College; youth basketball, soccer and baseball coach; Executive Director, Citizens for Local Government; spouse: Darla; six children; 16 grandchildren.