State Representative Seat B District 28 in Idaho State House District 28, Idaho

2026 Primary Election

• Jayson Meline — Insurance industry professional in Chubbuck, ID

  Jayson Meline is a Democratic candidate for Idaho House of Representatives, District 28 Seat B. He aims to be a listener first, building constructive consensus across various interests with an open, independent mindset. Meline supports effective management of growth and water resources to preserve Idaho’s autonomy, and advocates for preserving local control regarding libraries, housing, and growth. He will also champion education, particularly for parents with special needs children and the schools' ability to meet their IEP needs. With an extensive educational background in finance, international relations, and public administration, Meline has worked in corporations, government, non-profits, and small businesses. He is a father and grandfather.

• Dan Garner — Incumbent Idaho House of Representatives, District 28B in Clifton, ID

  Dan Garner is an incumbent Republican member of the Idaho House of Representatives, representing District 28B since December 2022. A farmer and rancher from Clifton for 38 years, he previously served on the local school board and State Farm Bureau Board. Garner, who earned a BS in Economics from BYU, is running for re-election in 2026 to ensure efficient government and a bright future for Idaho’s children. His policy priorities include fiscal responsibility, protecting personal property rights, and promoting local control in education, advocating for continued funding, the LAUNCH program, and school choice while opposing government overreach.