Paul Shepherd (politician)

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Paul E. Shepherd
Member of the Idaho House of Representatives
from the District 7 seat B district
In office
December 1, 2012 – December 1, 2020
Preceded byJohn Rusche
Succeeded byCharlie Shepherd
Member of the Idaho House of Representatives
from the District 8 seat B district
In office
December 1, 2004 – December 1, 2012
Preceded byCharles Cuddy
Succeeded byLenore Hardy Barrett
Personal details
Born (1942-12-21) December 21, 1942 (age 82)
Boise, Idaho
NationalityAmerican
Political partyRepublican
ResidenceRiggins, Idaho
Alma materBoise Junior College
ProfessionManager, Shepherd Sawmill and Log Home

Paul E. Shepherd (born December 21, 1942) is an American politician and businessman from Idaho. Shepherd is a Republican former member of Idaho House of Representatives for District 7 seat B. His son, Charlie, succeeded in District 7 seat B.[1]

Early life

On December 21, 1942, Shepherd was born in Boise, Idaho. Shepherd graduated from Boise High School.[2]

Education

Shepherd attended Boise Junior College (later accredited as Boise State University).

Career

Shepherd is a former Partner/Manager of Shepherd Sawmill and Log Homes Incorporated.[2]

On November 2, 2004, Shepherd won the election and became a member of Idaho House of Representatives for District 8 seat B. Shepherd defeated Charles D. Cuddy with 50.2% of the votes.[3] On November 7, 2006, as an incumbent, Shepherd won the election and continued serving District 8 seat B. Shepherd defeated Charlene Douglas with 61.39% of the votes.[4] On November 4, 2008, as an incumbent, Shepherd won the election and continued serving District 8 seat B. Shepherd defeated Jim Rehder with 58.9% of the votes.[5] On November 2, 2010, as an incumbent, Shepherd won the election and continued serving District 8 seat B. Shepherd defeated Jerry Lockhart with 70.2% of the votes.[6][2]

On November 6, 2012, Shepherd won the election and became a member of Idaho House of Representatives for District 7 seat B. Shepherd defeated Nancy M. Lerandeau with 67.3% of the votes.[7] On November 4, 2014, as an incumbent, Shepherd won the election and continued serving District 7 seat B.[8] On November 8, 2016, as an incumbent, Shepherd won the election unopposed and continued serving District 7 seat B.[9] On November 6, 2018, as an incumbent, Shepherd won the election unopposed and continued serving District 7 seat B.[10][11][2][12]

Election history

District 8 House Seat B - Clearwater, Idaho, Lewis, and Valley County
Year Candidate Votes Pct Candidate Votes Pct
2004 Primary[13] Paul Shepherd 5,321 100%
2004 General[3] Paul Shepherd 8,762 50.2% Charles Cuddy (incumbent) 8,698 49.8%
2006 Primary[14] Paul Shepherd (incumbent) 4,103 100%
2006 General[15] Paul Shepherd (incumbent) 8,603 61.4% Charlene Douglas 5,411 38.6%
2008 Primary[16] Paul Shepherd (incumbent) 4,286 100%
2008 General[17] Paul Shepherd (incumbent) 10,979 58.9% Jim Rehder 7,649 41.1%
2010 Primary[18] Paul Shepherd (incumbent) 5,110 100%
2010 General[19] Paul Shepherd (incumbent) 10,016 70.2% Jerry Lockhart 4,259 29.8%
District 7 Seat B - Clearwater, Idaho, and Shoshone Counties and part of Bonner County
Year Candidate Votes Pct Candidate Votes Pct
2012 Primary[20] Paul Shepherd (incumbent) 4,942 100%
2012 General[21] Paul Shepherd (incumbent) 12,095 67.3% Nancy Lerandeau 5,882 32.7%
2014 Primary[22] Paul Shepherd (incumbent) 4,217 100%
2014 General[23] Paul Shepherd (incumbent) 9,216 70.0% Kenneth Meyers 3,943 30.0%
2016 Primary[24] Paul Shepherd (incumbent) 3,251 73.2% Kris Steneck 1,193 26.8%
2016 General[25] Paul Shepherd (incumbent) 2,253 41.3%
2018 Primary Paul Shepherd (incumbent) 3,197 58.7% Phil Hart 3,197 58.7%

Personal life

Shepherd's wife is Dawn Shepherd. They have nine children. Shepherd and his family live in Riggins, Idaho. Shepherd is a protestant.[2]

References

  1. ^ "Rasor, Shepherd square off in District 7B Primary". The Clearwater Progress.
  2. ^ a b c d e "Paul Shepherd's Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved January 6, 2020.
  3. ^ a b "November 2, 2004 General Election Results". sos.idaho.gov. November 2, 2004. Retrieved January 6, 2020.
  4. ^ "November 7, 2006 General Election Results". sos.idaho.gov. November 7, 2006. Retrieved January 6, 2020.
  5. ^ "November 4, 2008 General Election Results". sos.idaho.gov. November 4, 2008. Retrieved January 6, 2020.
  6. ^ "November 2, 2010 General Election Results". sos.idaho.gov. November 2, 2010. Retrieved January 6, 2020.
  7. ^ "November 6, 2012 General Election Results". sos.idaho.gov. November 6, 2012. Retrieved January 6, 2020.
  8. ^ "November 4, 2014 General Election Results". sos.idaho.gov. November 4, 2014. Retrieved January 6, 2020.
  9. ^ "November 8, 2016 General Election Results". sos.idaho.gov. November 8, 2016. Retrieved January 6, 2020.
  10. ^ "November 6, 2018 General Election Results". sos.idaho.gov. November 6, 2018. Retrieved January 6, 2020.
  11. ^ "Incumbent Shepherd to face Hart for Dist. 7B Rep. post". idahocountyfreepress.com. May 9, 2018. Retrieved January 6, 2020.
  12. ^ "House Membership: Paul E. Shepherd". Boise, Idaho: Idaho Legislature. Archived from the original on May 1, 2012. Retrieved July 9, 2012.
  13. ^ Ysursa, Ben. "May 25, 2004 Primary Election Results: Legislative Totals". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Retrieved February 13, 2017.
  14. ^ Ysursa, Ben. "May 23, 2006 Primary Election Results: Legislative Totals". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Archived from the original on May 1, 2012. Retrieved February 13, 2017.
  15. ^ Ysursa, Ben. "November 7, 2006 General Election Results: Legislative Totals". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Retrieved February 13, 2017.
  16. ^ Ysursa, Ben. "May 27, 2008 Primary Election Results: Legislative Totals". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Archived from the original on May 1, 2012. Retrieved February 13, 2017.
  17. ^ Ysursa, Ben. "November 4, 2008 General Election Results: Legislative Totals". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Archived from the original on June 16, 2012. Retrieved February 13, 2017.
  18. ^ Ysursa, Ben. "May 25, 2010 Primary Election Results: Legislative Totals". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Retrieved February 13, 2017.
  19. ^ Ysursa, Ben. "November 2, 2010 General Election Results: Legislative Totals". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Retrieved February 13, 2017.
  20. ^ Ysursa, Ben. "May 15, 2012 Primary Election Results: Legislative Totals". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Archived from the original on November 7, 2018. Retrieved February 13, 2017.
  21. ^ Ysursa, Ben. "November 6, 2012 General Election Results: Legislative Totals". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Archived from the original on November 7, 2018. Retrieved February 13, 2017.
  22. ^ Ysursa, Ben. "May 20, 2014 General Election Results: Legislative Totals". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Archived from the original on November 7, 2018. Retrieved February 13, 2017.
  23. ^ Ysursa, Ben. "November 4, 2014 General Election Results: Legislative Totals". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Archived from the original on December 20, 2016. Retrieved February 13, 2017.
  24. ^ Denney, Lawerence. "May 17, 2016 Primary Election Results: Legislative Totals". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Archived from the original on December 20, 2016. Retrieved February 13, 2017.
  25. ^ Denney, Lawerence. "Nov 8, 2016 General Election Results: Legislative Totals". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Archived from the original on December 21, 2016. Retrieved February 13, 2017.