State Senator District 26 in Idaho State Senate District 26, Idaho

2026 Primary Election

• Ron Taylor — Incumbent Idaho State Senator District 26 in Hailey, ID

  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.

• Shaila Tate — Candidate for Idaho State Senate District 26 in ID

  Shaila Tate is an Independent candidate for the Idaho State Senate in District 26. A resident of Twin Falls County, she is making her first run for elected office, seeking an open seat in the November 3, 2026 general election. While she has been involved in local community and civic organizations, further biographical details are not publicly available through campaign materials. Her policy positions are also not yet released. She is running against a Republican nominee for the seat currently held by Lee Heider, who is not seeking re-election.

• Bryan Hyde — Candidate for Idaho State Senate District 26 in ID

  Bryan Hyde is a Republican candidate who is running for election to the Idaho State Senate, representing District 26. He is slated to appear on the ballot in the Republican primary on May 19, 2026. If successful in the primary, he will advance to the general election scheduled for November 3, 2026, for the same district. His candidacy and details are tracked across various voter information platforms in Idaho.