Terry Gestrin


Terry F. Gestrin is an American politician who served as a member of the Idaho House of Representatives from the 8th district. He assumed office on August 2, 2012.

Early life and education

Gestrin was born in Cascade, Idaho. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in finance from Idaho State University.

Career

After redistricting in 2012, Gestrin sought the 8th district seat in the Idaho Senate but was defeated in the May 2012 Republican primary by then-Representative Steven Thayn.
When Representative Ken Roberts was appointed to the Idaho State Tax Commission later in July, the Legislative District 8 Republican Central Committee selected Gestrin to take Roberts' place on the general election ballot for Seat A.
Governor Otter appointed Gestrin to serve the remainder of Roberts' term.

Committee assignments

  • Education Committee
  • Resources and Conservation Committee
  • Transportation and Defense Committee

    Elections

YearCandidateVotesPctCandidateVotesPct
2012 General13,89467.9%7,40534.8%
2014 Primary4,44362.9%2,61837.1%
2014 General12,84899.1%1110.9%
2016 Primary5,999100%
2016 General16,74574.1%5,86425.9%