Ron Taylor

Ron Taylor is a Democratic incumbent State Senator for Idaho's District 26, representing Blaine, Jerome, and Lincoln counties. Born in Salt Lake City, Utah, he moved to Idaho in 1982, serving as a firefighter, paramedic, and captain with Wood River Fire & Rescue. He assumed office in December 2022 and is seeking re-election in 2026. Taylor advocates for civil rights, personal autonomy, and family choices, and supports the agricultural sector. He champions public education funding, better teacher wages, and the preservation of accessible public lands. His campaign is endorsed by environmental, healthcare, education, and firefighter organizations, plus current and former elected officials.