Jake Ellis | |
|---|---|
| Member of the
Idaho House of Representatives from the District 15, seat B district | |
| In office December 1, 2018 – November 30, 2020 | |
| Preceded by | Patrick McDonald |
| Succeeded by | Codi Galloway |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Pocatello, Idaho |
| Nationality | American |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Amy |
| Alma mater | Boise State University |
| Occupation | Politician, firefighter |
Jake Ellis is an American politician and former firefighter from Idaho. Ellis was a Democratic member of Idaho House of Representatives for District 15, seat B.
Early life
Ellis was born in Pocatello, Idaho. Ellis is a 4th-generation Idahoan. [1] [2]
Education
In 1998, Ellis earned Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications from Boise State University. Ellis attended the Executive Fire Officer Program at National Fire Academy. Ellis also attended Idaho State University. [1]
Career
In 1988, Ellis became a fireman with Boise Fire Department in Idaho, until 2014. Ellis retired as a Battalion Chief. [1] [2]
Elections
2020
Ellis was unopposed in the Democratic primary. [3] Ellis was defeated by Republican challenger Codi Galloway taking only 47.4% of the vote in the general election. [4]
2018
Ellis was unopposed in the Democratic primary. [5] Ellis defeated Republican incumbent Patrick McDonald with 50.9% of the vote in the general election. [6]
2016
Ellis was unopposed in the Democratic primary. [7] Ellis was defeated by Republican incumbent Patrick McDonald taking only 43.8% of the vote in the general election. [6]
Awards
Personal life
Ellis's wife is Amy Ellis. They have two children. Ellis and his family live in Pocatello, Idaho. [1]
References
- ^ a b c d e "Jake Ellis' Biography". Retrieved February 6, 2020.
- ^ a b "Former Firefighter, Jake Ellis, Runs For District 15 House Seat". idahodems.org. September 24, 2015. Retrieved February 7, 2020.
- ^ "2020 State Primary Election". State of Idaho Elections Department.
- ^ "2020 General Election Results - Legislative". Idaho Secretary of State. Retrieved 2021-09-07.
- ^ "Legislative Totals". sos.idaho.gov. Retrieved 2021-09-07.
- ^ a b "Legislative Totals". sos.idaho.gov. Retrieved 2021-09-07.
- ^ "Legislative Totals". sos.idaho.gov. Retrieved 2021-09-07.
- ^ "District 15 – House seat B". cvidaho.org. 28 October 2016. Retrieved February 7, 2020.