Fourth-generation Idahoan and Cassia County resident; more than 35 years political and community service: Burley City Council for eight years, Cassia County commissioner for eight years, Cassia Regional Hospital board member for 13 years and chairman for eight years, Burley Area Development Association chairman for eight years, Idaho Trucking Association (serving twice as president), various statewide and regional transportation advisory boards, Zions Bank Advisory Board, South Idaho Community Action Board for eight years, and current member of HEM board; enjoys hiking, skiing, fishing, and river rafting with family; spouse: Kristine Hansen; six children.