Jerald Dallas Raymond

Incumbent Idaho House of Representatives, District 31A in Menan, ID

Jerald Dallas Raymond is a candidate for State Representative Seat A District 31 in Idaho State House District 31, Idaho — 2026 Primary Election. Running as Republican.

Also running: Kindsey Smith.

Jerald Raymond, a 67-year-old incumbent Republican, currently represents Idaho House District 31A and is seeking re-election in 2026. Born in Rigby and a Rigby High School graduate, he is a lifelong rancher, deeply involved in the livestock industry since his youth, owning a feedlot in Menan since 1976. He previously served as a Jefferson County Commissioner and President of the Idaho Cattle Association. Raymond is a dedicated family man, married for 45 years with six children and 24 grandchildren, all Idaho residents. His legislative priorities include being pro-life and pro-2nd Amendment, advocating for agriculture (having introduced the Rangeland Improvement Act), protecting family values, enhancing business opportunities, and preserving Idaho’s natural resources and way of life.