State Representative Seat A District 7 in Idaho State House District 7, Idaho

2026 Primary Election

• Larry Nostrant — Retired construction manager in Lewiston, ID

  Larry Nostrant is a Democratic candidate for Idaho House District 7A. A decorated US Coast Guard veteran, he holds a BA in Public Finance and Economics and studied Construction Management. He retired as a construction manager in 2012, is married with two adult grandchildren, and has resided in Lewiston since 2018, where he volunteers with Idaho Parks and Recreation. Nostrant is running to address declining taxpayer services, rising non-corporate taxes, and the squandering of public funds. His campaign priorities include restoring homeowner affordability, increasing K-12 and career education funding, and protecting public lands. He pledges to prioritize citizen input, transparent policy, and to remain independent of legislative policy organizations, aiming to restore real legislative representation.

• Kyle Harris — Incumbent Idaho House of Representatives, District 7A in Lewiston, ID

  Kyle Harris is an incumbent Republican member of the Idaho House of Representatives for District 7A, first elected in November 2024. A resident of Lewiston and a small business owner working as an electrical contractor, he is seeking re-election in the 2026 primary. Harris advocates for fiscal responsibility, limited government, and rural economic growth, citing his work on the Joint Finance and Appropriation Committee to reduce state spending. He has supported making English Idaho’s official language and anti-DEI legislation. His priorities include backing law enforcement, protecting constitutional rights, and ensuring rural communities have a strong voice in Boise.

• Michael G. Collins — Head Coach and Professor at Lewis-Clark State College in Lewiston, ID

  Michael G. Collins, a 57-year-old Lewiston resident, is a Republican candidate challenging incumbent Kyle Harris for Idaho House District 7A in the 2026 election. A longtime head cross country coach and professor at Lewis-Clark State College, Collins previously served eight years on the Lewiston City Council and as Mayor of Lewiston. He advocates for opposition to transwomen in sports, strong immigration enforcement, and reducing the high cost of home ownership. Collins emphasizes his deep ties to District 7 and his belief that the district has been overlooked, aiming to fight for its needs and represent its communities.