Preceded by Brad Little Name Melinda Smyser Spouse(s) C.A. "Skip" Smyser | Nationality American Party Republican Party | |
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Alma mater University of IdahoCollege of Idaho Profession Caldwell School District-Safe and Drug Free School Coordinator/Counselor Education |
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Melinda S. Smyser (born October 29, 1958) was a Republican Idaho State Senator, who represented District 11 from 2009 to 2012.
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- Sen melinda smyser r parma debates on senate bill 1110
- Early Life Education Personal Life
- Career
- Political career
- Senate Appointment and Career
- Committees
- Professional associations
- Civic activities
- Honors and Recognition
- References
Early Life, Education, Personal Life
Melinda Smyser was born in Caldwell, raised in Middleton, and graduated from Middleton High School.
She received a Bachelor of Science with a double major in C/T/Design and Education and Extension from the University of Idaho. She also received a master's degree in Education/Counseling from the College of Idaho.
Smyser is married to C.A. "Skip" Smyser and is a mother of four.
Career
Caldwell School District P.R. Coordinator (1998–2000)
Caldwell Alternative High School Counselor (1989–1997)
Parma School District Counselor (1984–1989)
Wilder School District Teacher (1982–1984)
She has worked for Jim Risch, has his southwest regional director, since 2012.
Political career
Senate Appointment and Career
In 2009, Smyser was appointed to represent Idaho's 11th Legislative District which encompasses both Gem and Canyon Counties after Brad Little was appointed Lieutenant Governor.
In 2010 she was elected with 10,386 votes (73.3%) against Democrat Shannon L. Forrester and independent Kirsten Faith Richardson.
On March 5, 2012, Smyser announced that she would not be seeking re-election;since redistricting would have forced a primary contest with fellow Republican Senator Patti Anne Lodge in the newly redrawn District 11, stating “I have every intention to stay involved and I will announce my future plans soon.”
Committees
Smyser served on the following Committees:
Professional associations
Smyser is currently associated with the following organizations:
Civic activities
Smyser currently participates in the following civic activities:
Honors and Recognition
Smyser has received the following awards and recognition:
FFA Honorary Degree Award (2011)
Ag Alstars (2008–2010)
Canyon County Republican Of The Year (2008)
Tribute To Republican Women (2000)
Outstanding Republican Women (1999)
Canyon County Hall Of Fame "Outstanding Republican" (1999)
Outstanding Precinct Committee Person (1998)
Outstanding Regional, County Or Legislative District Chairman (2010)
Counselor Of Year State Of Idaho