Bert Brackett
| Bert Brackett | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Idaho Senate from District 23 | |
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Assumed office 2008 | |
| Preceded by | Tom Gannon |
| Member of the Idaho House of Representatives from District 23 Seat B | |
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In office 2005–2008 | |
| Preceded by | Douglas Jones |
| Succeeded by | Stephen Hartgen |
| Personal details | |
| Born |
October 17, 1944 Twin Falls, Idaho |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Paula |
| Profession | Idaho National Guard |
Noy Elbert "Bert" Brackett, III (born October 17, 1944) is a Republican member of the Idaho Senate, representing the 23rd District (Twin Falls) since 2008. He is currently the Vice Chairman of the Senate Transportation Committee. He received a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture at the University of Idaho. [1]
Early life and career
Bert Brackett was born in Twin Falls, ID in 1944. He currently lives with his wife Paula and is the father of five. Mr. Brackett received a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture at the University of Idaho in 1966. Before becoming a Senator, Mr. Brackett served one term in the Idaho House. In 2008 Senator Brackett was elected to represent Idaho's 23rd Legislative District which encompasses Twin Falls. [2]
When not attending to legislative duties, Senator Brackett is a Rancher at Flat Creek Ranch.[3] Senator Brackett also served for the Idaho National Guard. [2]
Committees
Senator Brackett is currently serving on the following Committees:[4]
- Senate Finance Committee (Member)
- Senate Transportation Committee (Vice Chairman)
- Senate Resources and Environment (Member)
Organizations
Senator Brackett is currently active in the following Organizations:[2]
- Idaho Cattle Association (Member/Fmr. President)
References
- ↑ Idaho State Legislature – Senate Membership. Legislature.idaho.gov (2004-07-29). Retrieved on 2013-04-20.
- 1 2 3 Senator Bert Brackett Biography – Project Vote Smart. Votesmart.org (1944-10-17). Retrieved on 2013-04-20.
- ↑ Senator Bert Brackett – Biography. Vote-ID.org. Retrieved on 2013-04-20.
- ↑ Project Vote Smart – Senator Bert Brackett – Biography. Votesmart.org (1944-10-17). Retrieved on 2013-04-20.