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Celia Gould
Celia Gould (b. November 27, 1957) was the Director of Agriculture in Idaho. She served in this position from 2007 to 2023. Although agriculture director is a nonpartisan position, Gould has been a member of the Republican Party.[1]
Biography
Gould earned a B.A. in political science and a master's in public administration from Boise State University.[1]
Gould has owned and operated a third-generation farm and ranching operation, GlennDale Ranches, in Buhl, Idaho.[1]
Education
- Buhl High School
- B.A., Political Science, Boise State University
- Master's, Public Administration, Boise State University
Political career
Idaho Director of Agriculture (2007–2023)
Gould was appointed state Director of Agriculture by Governor Butch Otter effective January 2, 2007. As director, she headed the Idaho Department of Agriculture, which regulates and promotes the state's agriculture industry.
In Idaho, the governor appoints the director, who is subject to confirmation by a majority vote of the Idaho Senate.[2]
Idaho House of Representatives (1996-2002)
Gould was a Republican member of the Idaho House of Representatives from 1996 to 2002.[3] She served on the Agricultural Affairs, Education, Revenue and Taxation committees, and as Chair of the Judiciary, Rules and Administration Committee.[4]
Appointments
2006
Gould was appointed as Idaho Director of Agriculture by Gov. Butch Otter (R) in December 2006 and took office on January 2, 2007. As the director of agriculture serves at the governor's pleasure, Gould is not subject to periodic reappointment.[1]
Campaign finance summary
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Personal
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Gould resides in Buhl, Idaho. She and husband Bruce Newcomb have five children and eight grandchildren.[5][1]
Recent news
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See also
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 NASDA, "Celia Gould," accessed June 12, 2013
- ↑ Idaho Statutes, "22-101," accessed October 3, 2011
- ↑ Project VoteSmart, "Bio of Celia Gould," accessed October 3, 2011
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Idaho Director of Agriculture 2007-2023 |
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