Megan Blanksma


Megan Blanksma is an American politician serving as a member of the Idaho House of Representatives from District 23 in seat B. Blanksma currently serves as the Majority Cause Chair for the House of Representatives.

Early life and education

Blanksma was born and raised in Nampa. She graduated from Nampa High School and served as page in the Idaho Senate during her senior year. Later, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the University of Idaho.

Career

From 2014 to 2016, Blanksma served as Chair of the Elmore County Republican Party, after many years as a volunteer in many capacities at the county and state level. She also serves on the St. Luke's Elmore Community Board. On July 14, 2020 Rep. Megan Blanksma, R-Hammett, who represents Elmore County on the board, was the only member to vote against the Ada County mandate to wear masks during a global pandemic.

Idaho House of Representatives

Blanksma challenged 14-year incumbent Pete Nielsen in the Republican primary in 2016. She was endorsed by Governor Butch Otter. After securing the nomination, Blanksma faced only independent and third party opposition in the general election and was elected to the seat.

Committee assignments

Blanksma and her husband, Jeff, live on a farm in Hammett, Idaho.

Elections