Born in Pocatello, raised in Jerome, and resident of Nampa since the early 1990s; fifth-generation Idahoan; graduate of College of Southern Idaho (A.A. in social science), University of Idaho (B.S. in political science, law school J.D.); former Ada County deputy prosecutor; retired from his own law firm, owned and operated for 32 years; Christian; former Nampa city councilman and council president (2014-2020); founded and served on multiple nonprofit charitable boards of directors; Champion of the Family Award 2025; Christian Legislator of the Year, 2024; Advocate of Justice Award, 2024; Lions Club International Award for Outstanding Humanitarian Service, 2000; avid reader of history and ATV rider; spouse: Debbie, married since 1986; six grown children and 12 grandchildren.