Mathew Erpelding
Matthew Erpelding is a former Democratic member of the Idaho House of Representatives, representing District 19A from 2012 to 2019. Erpelding resigned on December 6, 2019, citing the desire to spend more time with his family.[1]
Biography
Representative Erpelding was born in Denver, Colorado and as of January 2020 resides in Boise, Idaho. He received a bachelor's degree in psychology from Idaho State University and a master's degree in adult and organizational learning from the University of Idaho. His professional experience includes owning and running a mountain guide service and teaching at Boise State University. Erpelding has served as president of the Association of Outdoor Recreation and Education, on the board of directors for the Cancer Connection of Idaho, worked as co-editor of Outdoor Program Administration Principles and Practices, and received Idaho Business Review's Accomplished Under 40 award.[2][3]
Committee assignments
2019-2020
Erpelding was assigned to the following committees:
- Joint Legislative Oversight Committee, Co-chair
- House Agricultural Affairs Committee
- Resources and Conservation Committee
- Revenue and Taxation Committee
- Ways and Means Committee
2017 legislative session
At the beginning of the 2017 legislative session, this legislator served on the following committees:
| Idaho committee assignments, 2017 |
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| • Agricultural Affairs |
| • Resources and Conservation |
| • Revenue and Taxation |
| • Ways and Means |
| • Joint Legislative Oversight, Chair |
2015 legislative session
At the beginning of the 2015 legislative session, Erpelding served on the following committees:
| Idaho committee assignments, 2015 |
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| • Agricultural Affairs |
| • Resources and Conservation |
| • Revenue and Taxation |
| • Ways and Means |
| • Economic Outlook and Revenue Assessment |
| • Joint Millennium Fund |
2013-2014
At the beginning of the 2013 legislative session, Erpelding served on the following committees:
| Idaho committee assignments, 2013 |
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| • Agricultural Affairs |
| • Resources and Conservation |
| • Revenue and Taxation |
Campaign themes
2014
Erpelding's website highlighted the following campaign themes:[4]
Education for All
- Excerpt: "I will work to fully fund public education at every level; support teachers’ rights to collectively bargain for fair wages; ensure that higher education is accessible to all Idaho high school graduates; enhance early childhood learning opportunities; repeal the Luna Laws and restore balance to public education."
Advocate for Human Rights
- Excerpt: "I will work to protect the rights of every human being, the right to choose, and the rights of workers. I will speak out against the injustices proposed by the radical right."
Responsible Economic Growth
- Excerpt: "I will work to expand Idaho’s economy by investing in renewable energy sources that support high-paying jobs; expand on regional expertise to increase business and production efficiency; ensure infrastructure improvements keep up with Idaho’s rapid growth; and bring prosperity to the middle class."
Protecting our Quality of Life
- Excerpt: "I will work to expand long-term economic investment that provide cities and counties with resources to develop quality outdoor recreation opportunities; preserve Idaho’s open space and public lands; partner with stakeholders to reach the best possible wildlife and land management plans; and protect Idaho’s clean air and clean water."
Elections
2018
General election
General election for Idaho House of Representatives District 19A
Incumbent Mathew Erpelding defeated Mark Patten in the general election for Idaho House of Representatives District 19A on November 6, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Mathew Erpelding (D) | 73.0 | 18,265 |
| Mark Patten (R) | 27.0 | 6,747 | ||
| Total votes: 25,012 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Idaho House of Representatives District 19A
Incumbent Mathew Erpelding advanced from the Democratic primary for Idaho House of Representatives District 19A on May 15, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Mathew Erpelding | 100.0 | 5,102 |
| Total votes: 5,102 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Idaho House of Representatives District 19A
Mark Patten defeated Gary Parent II in the Republican primary for Idaho House of Representatives District 19A on May 15, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Mark Patten | 75.5 | 2,083 | |
| Gary Parent II | 24.5 | 675 | ||
| Total votes: 2,758 | |||
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2016
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| During the 2016 election cycle Erpelding was one of the candidates endorsed by President Barack Obama |
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Elections for the Idaho House of Representatives were held in 2016. The primary election took place on May 17, 2016, and the general election was held on November 8, 2016. The candidate filing deadline was March 11, 2016.
Incumbent Mathew Erpelding defeated Mark Patten in the Idaho House of Representatives District 19A general election.[5][6]
| Idaho House of Representatives, District 19A General Election, 2016 | ||||
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| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Democratic |  Mathew Erpelding Incumbent |
68.75% | 16,546 | |
| Republican | Mark Patten | 31.25% | 7,520 | |
| Total Votes | 24,066 | |||
| Source: Idaho Secretary of State | ||||
Incumbent Mathew Erpelding ran unopposed in the Idaho House of Representatives District 19A Democratic primary.[7][8]
| Idaho House of Representatives District 19A, Democratic Primary, 2016 | ||
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| Party | Candidate | |
| Democratic | Mathew Erpelding Incumbent (unopposed) | |
Mark Patten ran unopposed in the Idaho House of Representatives District 19A Republican primary.[9][10]
| Idaho House of Representatives District 19A, Republican Primary, 2016 | ||
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| Party | Candidate | |
| Republican | Mark Patten (unopposed) | |
2014
Elections for the Idaho House of Representatives took place in 2014. A primary election took place on May 20, 2014. The general election was held on November 4, 2014. The signature filing deadline for candidates wishing to run in this election was March 14, 2014. Incumbent Mathew "Mat" Erpelding was unopposed in the Democratic primary, while Mitchell Berger was unopposed in the Republican primary. Erpelding defeated Berger in the general election.[11][12][13][14]
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Mathew "Mat" Erpelding Incumbent |
71.6% | 12,623 | |
| Republican | Mitchell Berger | 28.4% | 5,006 | |
| Total Votes | 17,629 | |||
2012
Erpelding won election in the 2012 election for Idaho House of Representatives District 19A. He defeated J. Dallas Gudgell and Troy Rohn in the Democratic primary on May 15 and defeated Mike Washburn (R) in the general election on November 6, 2012.[15][16][17]
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | Mathew Erpelding |
66.7% | 14,695 | |
| Republican | Mike Washburn | 33.3% | 7,345 | |
| Total Votes | 22,040 | |||
| Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
|---|---|---|
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Mathew Erpelding |
48% | 1,449 |
| Troy Rohn | 35.2% | 1,063 |
| J. Dallas Gudgell | 16.8% | 509 |
| Total Votes | 3,021 | |
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2018
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In 2018, the Idaho State Legislature was in session from January 8 through March 28.
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2017
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In 2017, the Idaho State Legislature was in session from January 9 through March 29.
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2016
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In 2016, the Idaho State Legislature was in session from January 11 through March 25.
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2015
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In 2015, the Idaho State Legislature was in session from January 12 through April 11.
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2014
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In 2014, the Idaho State Legislature was in session from January 6 through March 21.
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2013
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In 2013, the Idaho State Legislature was in session from January 7 through April 4.
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2012
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Recent news
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See also
- Idaho House of Representatives
- House Committees
- Idaho State Legislature
- Idaho state legislative districts
External links
- Profile from the Idaho House of Representatives
- Official campaign website
- Profile from Open States
- Legislative Profile from Project Vote Smart
- Biography from Project Vote Smart
- Mathew Erpelding on Facebook
- Mathew Erpelding on Twitter
Footnotes
- ↑ Idaho State Journal, "House Minority Leader Erpelding resigns to take job with Boise Chamber," December 4, 2019
- ↑ "Idaho Legislature", "Rep. Mathew Erpelding," accessed February 19, 2020
- ↑ "Idaho Statesman", "'A voice of opposition.' Meet Mat Erpelding, Idaho Democrats' accidental leader," accessed February 19, 2020
- ↑ erpforidaho.com, "Issues," accessed September 16, 2014
- ↑ Idaho Secretary of State, "General election candidate list," accessed August 16, 2016
- ↑ Idaho Secretary of State, "Nov 08, 2016 General Election Results," accessed November 25, 2016
- ↑ Idaho Secretary of State, "Declaration for March 11, 2016, primary," accessed March 11, 2016
- ↑ Idaho Secretary of State, "Official primary election results," accessed May 17, 2016
- ↑ Idaho Secretary of State, "Declaration for March 11, 2016, primary," accessed March 11, 2016
- ↑ Idaho Secretary of State, "Official primary election results," accessed May 17, 2016
- ↑ Idaho Secretary of State, "Official candidate list," accessed March 18, 2014
- ↑ Idaho Secretary of State, "Official primary election results," accessed June 12, 2014
- ↑ Idaho Secretary of State, "Official general election results," accessed November 20, 2014
- ↑ Idaho Secretary of State, "Official general election candidate list," accessed July 7, 2014
- ↑ Idaho Secretary of State, "Primary Candidate List," accessed April 6, 2012
- ↑ Idaho Secretary of State Election Division, "May 15, 2012 Primary Election Results," accessed 6 July 2012
- ↑ Idaho Secretary of State – Elections Division, "November 6, 2012 General Election Results," accessed December 27, 2012
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| Preceded by Cherie Buckner-Webb (D) |
Idaho House of Representatives District 19A 2012-2019 |
Succeeded by Lauren Necochea (D) |
