Phil McGrane R
Secretary of State
Phil McGrane has served as Idaho’s 28th Secretary of State since January 2023. He previously held office as Ada County Clerk from 2019 to 2022. A fourth-generation Idahoan, McGrane holds degrees in philosophy, law, and public administration. His career has focused on election administration, with an emphasis on accessibility, security, and transparency.
PARTY: Republican
ELECTORAL HISTORY
Elected 2022
PRIOR SERVICE
Ada County Clerk (2019-2023)
NEXT ELECTION: 2026
SPOUSE: Angella McGrane
EDUCATION:
BA, University of Washington
JD, University of Denver
MPA, Boise State University
Idaho’s Secretary of State is responsible for managing state records, authenticating official acts, overseeing elections, maintaining business registrations, administering disclosures for lobbyists and campaign finance, and serving on the State Board of Land Commissioners.