Our Picks
THESE CANDIDATES SUPPORT HISPANIC AFFAIRS AND INTERESTS:
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Why we support these candidates: They are leaders who listen to our community, with a strong focus on education, safety, and opportunity, and a clear commitment to representing Hispanic voices. Strong leaders. Stronger Idaho.
SENATE SEAT 8
A critical battleground in Idaho with a powerful base of 4,000+ Latino voters. Independent candidate Heather S. Lewis presents a forward-thinking platform that stands in stark contrast to the divisive record of incumbent Christy Zito.
https://www.heatherlewisforidaho.com/
HOUSE SEAT 10B
Democrat Beth McFalls would provide a positive change.
In 2025, her opponent, the incumbent Bruce Skaug, co-sponsored HB 11 (later reworked as HB 83) with Rep. Jaron Crane. The legislation created state-level immigration offenses and authorized Idaho law enforcement involvement in immigration.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php/?id=61576483371195
SENATE SEAT 11
Democrat Susan Counsil is running against incumbent Republican Camille Blaylock.
Susan Counsil - Ballotpedia
SENATE DISTRICT 13
Democrat Letishia Silver will bring needed change. Her opponent, Idaho Sen. Brian Lenney, R-Nampa, emerged as one of the Legislature’s most aggressive advocates for tougher state immigration enforcement in 2026, helping spearhead a package of proposals that included requiring local law-enforcement agencies to pursue agreements with ICE, expanding immigration-status checks, mandating E-Verify for employers, scrutinizing refugee-resettlement programs, and creating penalties for organizations accused of concealing or harboring undocumented immigrants. Lenney has defended the push as an effort to enforce immigration law and protect Idaho workers, while immigrant-rights organizations and other critics have characterized the proposals as anti-immigrant and warned about their effects on families, schools, employers and community trust. His rhetoric also drew controversy after he described immigration and refugee resettlement in terms of “demographic replacement.”
https://letishiasilvaofidaho.com/
SENATE DISTRICT 16
Soñia Galaviz is one of two Hispanic legislators in Idaho. She has long been a champion for the immigrant. As an educator by trade, Galaviz is strong supporter of the public school system.
https://www.facebook.com/soniaforidaho
SENATE DISTRICT 24
Brent Reinke, a Republican, has vowed to bring greater unity to his district, following the divisive terms of Senator Glenneda Zuiderveld.
Brent Reinke for State Senate - Brent Reinke
HOUSE DISTRICT 24A
Independent veteran Kevin Moxley offers a fresh start for his district, with a vow to support all of his constituents with common sense. He opposes Gang of 8 incumbent Representative Clint Hostetler, R-Twin Falls, who made immigration enforcement a central part of his legislative record, describing illegal immigration on his campaign website as a “border invasion.” In 2026, he voted for several measures expanding Idaho’s role in immigration enforcement, including HB 659, which sought greater cooperation between local law enforcement and federal immigration authorities; HB 660, requiring police to record and verify the immigration status and nationality of people arrested; SB 1247, the Idaho E-Verify Act; and SB 1260, legislation dealing with illegal entry into the state. Hostetler also personally made the successful committee motion that advanced HB 660 to the House floor despite opposition cited from major Idaho law-enforcement organizations, and he successfully moved to include charter schools in legislation collecting aggregated information on students’ immigration status, nationality and primary language.
https://moxleyforidaho.com/
HOUSE DISTRICT 24B
Newcomer Chance Requa is a farmer, a coach and one who understands rural issues. In an earlier session with the IHPEC, he answered all of of our concerns affirmatively dealing with our community.
https://www.chance4idaho.com/
SENATE SEAT 25
Both Democrat Lane Startin and Republican Casey Swenson have had positive reactions with our committee and have affirmed their commitments to Hispanics in their district. That said, not all of their positions line-up with one another. We encourage you to study the issues and make a selection on the candidate.
https://lanestartin.org/
https://swensenforidaho.com/
HOUSE SEAT 25 A
Both Democrat Marla Palmer and Republican Grayson Stone have had positive reactions with our committee and have affirmed their commitments to Hispanics in their district. That said, not all of their positions line-up with one another. We encourage you to study the issues and make a selection on the candidate.
https://www.marlaforidaho.com/
https://stoneforidaho.com/
HOUSE SEAT 25 B
Both Independent Liyah Babayan and Republican Cherie Vollmer have had positive reactions with our committee and have affirmed their commitments to Hispanics in their district. That said, not all of their positions line-up with one another. We encourage you to study the issues and make a selection on the candidate.
https://votevollmer.com/
https://liyahbabayan.com/
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SENATE SEAT 26
Democrat Ron Taylor is retired firefighter who has served since 2022. He is a champion of Hispanic issues.
https://rontaylorforsenate.info/
HOUSE SEAT 26 A
Both Democrat Anita Janis and Republican Mike Pohanka have had positive reactions with our committee and have affirmed their commitments to Hispanics in their district. That said, not all of their positions line-up with one another. We encourage you to study the issues and make a selection on the candidate.
https://www.anitajanisforidaho.com/
https://mikepohanka.com/
HOUSE SEAT 26 B
Democrat Kevin Marsh, a former history professor who is now working on a small hobby farm, is vowing to work with all sides in representing rural Idaho. He is opposed by Republican Lyle Johstone, an ultra-right extremist who has vowed to support radical anti-immigration measures.
https://www.kevinmarshforidaho.com/
HOUSE SEAT 33A
Democrat Chance Marshall is running against Republican "cultural warrior" Barb Ehardt for this important seat in Eastern Idaho.
https://chanceforidaho.com/
STATE AND FEDERAL RACES
We encourage you to study the issues and candidates who are running for all these important offices. This year, we have Senatorial, Congressional and Gubernatorial races that deserve plenty of attention.There are also other ballot questions regarding abortion, the future of citizen initiatives, the designation of a state gun and a potential Constitutional Amendment that creates serious questions.
English is already Idaho’s official language—so what is HJR 6 really trying to accomplish?
It could threaten dual-language schools, Spanish emergency alerts, interpreters, public documents and communication between local governments and the people they serve.
English doesn’t need a constitutional wall. Idaho families need a government they can understand.
Journalist Benjamin Reed looks at the real history, political machinery and danger behind HJR 6.
Vote NO on November 3.
I WON’T BE SILENCED: HJR 6 Isn’t Protecting English—It’s Silencing the Idaho That Already Exists / Blog | El Chupacast
Action guide
Extremist Idaho lawmakers advanced several immigration-related bills that would have significantly expanded enforcement and data collection across the state. If you don't vote them out, they will try again in 2027!
FIGHT BACK: If you are a citizen, make a plan to vote in this November 3rd's election:
Idaho Voting Guide
Step 1: Check your registration
Go to voteidaho.gov and confirm your voter status.
Since this is the GENERAL ELECTION, you can vote for candidates of any party. You are not obligated to vote a straight party ticket, unless you so choose.
Step 3: Remember the deadline
May 8 is the deadline to request an absentee ballot and register ahead of time.
Step 4: Vote early
OCTOBER 13
Early voting may begin in participating counties. Voting dates, hours and locations vary, so check with your county elections office before going.
OCTOBER 23 — 5:00 P.M.
Deadline for county clerks to receive voter preregistration applications.
Missed the deadline? Idaho allows eligible residents to register and vote in person during early voting or on Election Day. Bring an approved photo ID and proof of your current Idaho residence.
OCTOBER 23 — 5:00 P.M.
Deadline for your county clerk to receive an absentee-ballot request. Any registered Idaho voter may request an absentee ballot.
OCTOBER 29 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2
Emergency absentee ballots may be available to qualifying voters who are unable to vote because they were hospitalized after the regular absentee-ballot request deadline.
OCTOBER 30 — 5:00 P.M.
Early voting and in-person absentee voting end. Some counties may offer shorter schedules, so verify the hours locally.
Step 5: Vote on Election Day
Primary Election Day is Tuesday, November 3rd.
Polls are open 8 AM to 8 PM.
Step 6: Bring ID
Bring valid photo ID and proof of address if registering that day.
Step 7: Make it count! Your vote is your voice. If you are citizen and you don't vote, you are surrendering your voice to someone who may not represent your values.
Official info: voteidaho.gov
step-by-step guide:
1) Are you registered to vote? Check here with the voteidaho.gov: (Click on Links)
Registering To Vote | VoteIdaho.Gov
Regístrate para Votar | VoteIdaho.Gov
If you have never voted and are a U.S. citizen (ONLY), this is a good time to start!
2) If you have voted before, check your registration:
Voter Information Look-up
Regístrate para Votar | VoteIdaho.Gov
We remind you that in this election, you are more than welcome to vote for a Democrat, Republican or Independent.
If you would like to find out more information about the electoral process in the State of Idaho, visit:
https://voteidaho.gov/
Información Electoral | VoteIdaho.Gov
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