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Ken Andrus
| Ken Andrus | ||
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| Idaho House of Representatives District 28A | ||
| Incumbent | ||
| In office | ||
| 2004-Present | ||
| Term ends | ||
| December 1, 2014 | ||
| Years in position | 9 | |
| Party | Republican | |
| Compensation | ||
| Base salary | $16,116/year | |
| Per diem | $122/day outside Boise, $49/day otherwise | |
| Elections and appointments | ||
| Last election | November 6, 2012 | |
| First elected | 2004 | |
| Next election | November 4, 2014 | |
| Term limits | N/A | |
| Education | ||
| Bachelor's | Brigham Young University, Idaho, 1960 | |
| Military service | ||
| Service/branch | United States Army | |
| Years of service | 1960-1962 | |
| Personal | ||
| Birthday | July 14, 1935 | |
| Place of birth | Marion, UT | |
| Profession | Cattle/Sheep Rancher | |
| Religion | Mormon | |
| Websites | ||
| Office website | ||
| Campaign website | ||
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Andrus graduated from the University of Idaho in 1960 with additional graduate study from Brigham Young University.
In addition to being a Representative, Andrus is also a cattle rancher.
Committee assignments
2013-2014
At the beginning of the 2013 legislative session, Andrus served on the following committees:
| Idaho Committee Assignments, 2013 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Agricultural Affairs, Chair | ||||
| • Resources and Conservation | ||||
| • State Affairs | ||||
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Andrus served on these committees:
| Idaho Committee Assignments, 2011 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Agricultural Affairs, Vice Chair | ||||
| • Resources and Conservation | ||||
| • State Affairs | ||||
2009-2010
In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Andrus served on these committees:
| Idaho Committee Assignments, 2009 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Agricultural Affairs, Vice Chair | ||||
| • Resources and Conservation | ||||
| • State Affairs | ||||
Issues
Campaign themes
2012
Andrus's campaign website lists the following issues:[1]
- Fiscal Responsibility
- Excerpt: "Fiscal Responsibility means understanding that we do not have endless funds to spend on any project that may be the current whim of politicals. We must show our citizens we are serious about our responsibilities by balancing our budget with preferential funding for Education."
- Protect Individual Freedoms Guaranteed under Federal and State Constitutions
- Excerpt: "Important isuues like Eminent Domain must be carefully watched to make sure they are not used to take property for private profit instead of the public good. Making sure that Idaho's water is safe and kept in Idaho is a continuing issue that we must remain vigilant to maintain. I support Traditional Family Values which keep our families strong and Idaho's lifestyle vibrant."
- Support Education
- Excerpt: "I will continue supporting Education to have preferential funding in the budget. I will encourage for stronger Education priorities which give our children the best chance to compete in an ever-changing world."
- Support Business
- Excerpt: "I will advocate changing laws to make our state business friendly. We must stop duplicating regulations and forming duplicate agencies hindering business growth. I know we must be business friendly to bring the jobs that Southeast Idaho needs for its people to thrive."
Elections
2012
Andrus won re-election in the 2012 election for Idaho House of Representatives. Due to redistricting, he ran in District 28A. He was unopposed in the Republican primary and defeated Sam McKee (D) in the general election on November 6, 2012. [2][3][4]
| Idaho House of Representatives, District 28A, General Election, 2012 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Republican |  Ken Andrus Incumbent |
62.7% | 12,344 | |
| Democratic | Sam McKee | 37.3% | 7,333 | |
| Total Votes | 19,677 | |||
2010
Andrus won re-election to District Seat 29A in 2010 against Democrat James W. Allen. He ran unopposed in the Republican primary on May 25th. The general election took place on November 2, 2010.[5]
| Idaho House of Representatives, District 29A (2010) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | Percent | ||
| Ken Andrus (R)
|
8,591 | 61.0% | ||
| James W. Allen (D) | 5,492 | 39.0% | ||
2008
On November 4, 2008, Republican Ken Andrus won re-election to the Idaho House of Representatives District 29A receiving 56.2% of the vote (11,044 votes), ahead of Democrat Allen Andersen who received 43.8% of the vote (8,623 votes).[6]
| Idaho House of Representatives, District 29A (2008) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | Percent | ||
| Ken Andrus (R)
|
11,044 | 56.2% | ||
| Allen Andersen (D) | 8,623 | 43.8% | ||
Campaign donors
2012
Campaign donor information is not yet available for this year.
2010
In 2010, a year in which Andrus was up for re-election, he collected $19,625 in donations.[7]
His largest contributors in 2010 were:
| Idaho House of Representatives 2010 election - Campaign Contributions | |
|---|---|
| Top contributors to Ken Andrus's campaign in 2010 | |
| Idaho Farm Bureau | $2,000 |
| Idaho Telecom Alliance | $1,250 |
| Idaho Association Of Realtors | $1,250 |
| Bannock County Republican Central Cmte | $1,000 |
| House Republican Caucus | $1,000 |
| Total Raised in 2010 | $19,625 |
2008
In 2008, Andrus raised $32,787.
Listed below are those who contributed the most to his campaign. [8]
| Donor | Amount |
|---|---|
| Idaho Republican Party | $2,000 |
| Idaho Farm Bureau | $2,000 |
| Agriculture & Natural Resources Industry | $1,500 |
| House Republican Caucus of Idaho | $1,000 |
| Roberts for Representative | $1,000 |
| Melaleuca Inc. | $1,000 |
Personal
Ken is married to Colleen Andrus. They have eight children and reside in Lava Hot Springs, Idaho.
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- Bill's failure could prompt animal welfare initiatives - Capital Press (subscription)
- Rescuing the Holbrook Pit Bulls: Part Two - KPVI News 6
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External links
- Ken Andrus' campaign website
- Campaign Facebook page
- Idaho House of Representatives - Ken Andrus
- Project Vote Smart legislative profile
- Project Vote Smart biography
- Campaign contributions: 2008, 2006, 2004
References
- ↑ Ken Andrus, "Issues," accessed October 19, 2012
- ↑ Idaho Secretary of State, "Primary Candidate List," accessed April 6, 2012
- ↑ Idaho Secretary of State, "2012 primary election results," May 15, 2012
- ↑ Idaho Secretary of State – Elections Division, “November 6, 2012 General Election Results,” accessed December 27, 2012
- ↑ Idaho Secretary of State - 2010 General election results
- ↑ Idaho House of Representatives official election results for 2008
- ↑ 2010 campaign contributions
- ↑ 2008 contributors to Ken Andrus
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