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Janie Ward-Engelking

Democrat · Idaho · 2026 · Incumbent

Running for Idaho Senate District 18, Idaho

Top priorities

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  • Increased funding for public schools
  • Access to affordable healthcare, including IVF protections
  • Property tax relief and housing affordability
Biography

Janie Ward-Engelking is the Senate Minority Caucus Chair and a retired classroom teacher of 33 years, serving her 7th term representing Idaho Senate District 18 after one earlier House term in 2012 and 2013, per the Idaho Legislature. She holds a bachelor's degree from Idaho State University and a master's degree from Boise State University, per the Legislature's member page.

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Idaho Senate District 18Idaho · 2026Ada County sample ballot

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