Jeffrey Watkins

Jeffrey Watkins is a Democratic candidate for the Idaho House of Representatives, District 16A, in the 2026 election. He earned a bachelor's degree from Boise State University in 2020 and has a background as a science teacher. Watkins advocates for fully funded Medicaid and restored abortion access. His policy platform includes full funding for public schools, opposing private school vouchers, and combating misinformation in education. He also aims to strengthen healthcare by training and recruiting medical personnel, develop state-wide solutions for the housing crisis, and protect Idaho's clean air, water, and public outdoor spaces.