Idaho State House District 23A

Current seat holder: Chris Bruce (R).

Paul M Smith

Paul M Smith (Constitution) is a candidate for the Idaho House of Representatives in District 23A (Ada, Canyon, Owyhee counties) in the November 3, 2026 general election. Paul Smith earned a high school diploma from the Bellarmine College Prep. He graduated from the College of San Mateo in 1988. His career experience includes working as a volunteer. He has been affiliated with Marsing Emergency Network.

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“Idaho is corrupt. We are no longer the land of the free because we are no longer brave. Foreign nations,lobbyists (IACI for one) lead legislators by the nose. We have turned our back on God and we are reaping the whirlwind. That happens because without God we lack the discernment to raise up un-compromising servants.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)
“Living as a Christian in this wicked world, but I am more than a conquerer in Christ Jesus.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)
“Not neccesarily. That is one reason why so many are for term limits. I am not, but the sentiment shows that you can 'fool many of the people most of the time'. Most politicians are attorneys - that says something about their qualifications.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)

Chris Bruce

Chris Bruce (Republican) is the incumbent member of the Idaho House of Representatives representing District 23A (Ada, Canyon, Owyhee counties), running for re-election in the November 3, 2026 general election. Official legislative biography notes: Born and raised in Georgia; started originating mortgages in 2001; Kuna City Council president, municipal public works committee and economic development committee; former member of the board of directors for the Kuna Chamber of Commerce; Leukemia ALL survivor; spouse: Kyrsti, married 20+ years; two teenage boys, Madox and Paxton.

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“Amendment II - I will never vote to take away our fire arms.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)
“I support reducing gross taxation. I support reasonable growth. I support social well-being for youth/teens. I support your right to bear arms.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)
“I was diagnosed with leukemia in 2013. I was in ICU for 33 days and then took multiple chemotherapies for 2 years. I had to learn to walk and write again not to mention the mental and emotional toll my family and I had to defeat. Only by the grace of God and the strength of my family did I survive. That is why it's so important for me to pay it forward in this life. I have a deep caring for my community and their liberty.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)