Brandon Shippy
Senate 9

Hometown: New Plymouth

Occupation: Small business owner

Statement: “Brandon’s family is truly interwoven into the fabric of the community, past, present, and future. Now a father of three, Brandon feels a calling to help maintain Idaho’s culture for his children and neighbors to enjoy. Brandon knows that his community wants a principled conservative representing them in the legislature. Brandon is that conservative, and Brandon’s passion for his community will strengthen and sustain him as a true candidate for Idaho State Senate.”

Endorsements:
Canyon County Conservatives
Citizens Alliance of Idaho
ConservativesOf
Idaho Farm Bureau
Idaho Freedom PAC
Idaho GOP District 9
Stand for Health Freedom
Stop Idaho RINOs

Primary: Defeated Scott Syme 51.7% – 48.3%

Opponent: Rachel Buck (Democrat)

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Scott Syme
Senate 9

Hometown: Caldwell

Occupation: Retired US Army, real estate

Statement: “Scott Syme is a dedicated public servant with a proven track record of standing up for his constituents. With his experience and expertise, Scott Syme is the best candidate to represent the people of District 9.”

Endorsements:
IACI/Idaho Prosperity Fund
Idaho Fraternal Order of Police
Professional Fire Fighters of Idaho
WinAg PAC

Opponent: Brandon Shippy
Incumbent Sen. Abby Lee is not standing for election

Time in office: 3 terms (2016-2022)

Freedom Index: 37.7% (2022) (Lifetime 59.4%)

Resources:
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