Mike Simpson
Michael Keith Simpson (born September 8, 1950) is an American politician and former dentist serving as the U.S. representative for Idaho's 2nd congressional district since 1999. The district covers most of the eastern portion of the state, including Idaho Falls, Pocatello, Sun Valley, Twin Falls and the northern two-thirds of Boise. A member of the Republican Party, Simpson was first elected to public office in 1984, and was elected to the House in the 1998 elections, succeeding Mike Crapo. He served as Speaker of the Idaho House of Representatives from 1992 to 1998.
Mike Simpson | |
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Idaho's 2nd district | |
| Assumed office January 3, 1999 | |
| Preceded by | Mike Crapo |
| 38th Speaker of the Idaho House of Representatives | |
| In office 1992–1998 | |
| Preceded by | Tom Boyd |
| Succeeded by | Bruce Newcomb |
| Member of the Idaho House of Representatives | |
| In office December 1, 1984 – December 1, 1998 | |
| Preceded by | Jerry Wellard |
| Succeeded by | Stan Williams |
| Constituency | District 26B (1984–1992) District 31B (1992–1998) |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Michael Keith Simpson September 8, 1950 Burley, Idaho, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse |
Kathy Simpson (m. 1977) |
| Education | Utah State University (BS) Washington University (DMD) |
| Website | House website |
Generally regarded as a centrist, Simpson supports DACA, work visas for illegal immigrant farm workers, and was one of 18 Republicans who voted against Jim Jordan's nomination for Speaker of the House all three times.