Bill Goesling

Bill Goesling
Member of the
Idaho House of Representatives
from the 5th district
In office
December 1, 2018 – December 1, 2020
Preceded byMargie Gannon
Succeeded byBrandon Mitchell
Personal details
BornCincinnati, Ohio, U.S.
Political partyRepublican
SpouseJo Goesling
Children6
EducationUniversity of Montana (BA)
Naval Postgraduate School (MS)
University of Idaho (EdD)
Military service
Allegiance United States
Branch/service United States Navy

Bill Goesling is an American politician and retired United States Navy test pilot who served as a member of Idaho House of Representatives from 2018 to 2020.

Early life and education

Goesling was born in Cincinnati, Ohio.[1] In 1963, Goesling earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in chemistry from the University of Montana. Goesling the earned a Master of Science degree in applied science and management degrees from Naval Postgraduate School. In 1993, Goesling earned a PhD in education from the University of Idaho.

Career

Goesling served in the United States Navy as a production pilot and flight instructor. Goesling flew aircraft such as the North American RA-5C Vigilante, A-7, and F-15. In 1989, Goesling retired with a rank of Commander from the United States Navy. Goesling earned a Distinguished Flying Cross.[2]

Goesling became an instructor in ROTC program in Moscow, Idaho.[2]

In 2004, Goesling became a chairman and commissioner of Idaho Public Charter School Commission, serving until 2011. In 2011, Goesling served as a Republican member of the Idaho State Board of Education, until 2016.[3][1]

On November 6, 2018, Goesling won the election and became a Republican member of Idaho House of Representatives for District 5, seat A, succeeding Paulette Jordan. Goesling defeated Margaret R. Gannon with 51.0% of the votes.[4][1]

Goesling chose not to run for re-election in 2020.

Personal life

Goesling is married to Jo Goesling. They have six children and three grandchildren. Goesling and his family live in Moscow, Idaho.[5]

Election history

District 5 House Seat A - Latah and Benewah Counties
Year Candidate Votes Pct Candidate Votes Pct
2016 Primary[6] Bill Goesling 1,346 46.6% Carl Berglund 1,541 53.4%
2018 Primary[7] Bill Goesling 2,454 60.3% Hari Heath 1,619 39.7%
2018 General[8] Bill Goesling 9,888 51.0 % Margaret Gannon 8,589 38.7 %

References

  1. ^ a b c "Bill Goesling's Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved January 19, 2020.
  2. ^ a b Corbin, Clark (2019-03-06). "From war hero to the Idaho Legislature". Idaho Education News. Retrieved 2020-01-20.
  3. ^ Corbin, Clark (2019-04-16). "New sheriff in town … or legislative wild card?". Idaho Education News. Retrieved 2020-01-20.
  4. ^ "November 6, 2018 General Election Results". sos.idaho.gov. November 6, 2018. Retrieved January 19, 2020.
  5. ^ "Bill Goesling - Operation Education - University of Idaho". www.uidaho.edu. Retrieved 2020-02-17.
  6. ^ Denney, Lawerence. "May 17, 2016 Primary Election Results". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Retrieved November 30, 2019.
  7. ^ Denney, Lawrence. "May 15, 2018 Primary Election Results". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Retrieved November 30, 2019.
  8. ^ Denney, Lawrence. "Nov 6, 2018 General Election Results: Legislative Totals". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Retrieved November 30, 2019.