Bill Goesling
Bill Goesling is an American politician and retired United States Navy test pilot and flight instructor from Idaho. Goesling is a Republican member of Idaho House of Representatives from District 5, seat A.
Bill Goesling | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Idaho House of Representatives from the 5th district, Seat A | |
| In office December 1, 2018 – December 1, 2020 | |
| Preceded by | Margie Gannon |
| Succeeded by | Brandon Mitchell |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Cincinnati, Ohio, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Jo Goesling |
| Children | 6 |
| Alma mater | University of Montana (BA) Naval Postgraduate School (MS) University of Idaho (EdD) |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United States |
| Branch/service |  United States Navy |
Early life and education
Goesling was born in Cincinnati, Ohio.[1] In 1963, Goesling earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in chemistry from the University of Montana. Goesling earned a Master of Science degree in Applied Science and Management degrees from Naval Postgraduate School. In 1993, Goesling earned a PhD in education from the University of Idaho.
Career
Goesling served in the United States Navy as a production pilot and flight instructor. Goesling flew aircraft such as the North American RA-5C Vigilante, A-7, and F-15. In 1989, Goesling retired with a rank of Commander from the United States Navy. Goesling earned a Distinguished Flying Cross.[2]
Goesling became an instructor in ROTC program in Moscow, Idaho.[2]
In 2004, Goesling became a chairman and commissioner of Idaho Public Charter School Commission, serving until 2011. In 2011, Goesling served as a Republican member of the Idaho State Board of Education, until 2016.[3][1]
On November 6, 2018, Goesling won the election and became a Republican member of Idaho House of Representatives for District 5, seat A, succeeding Paulette Jordan. Goesling defeated Margaret R. Gannon with 51.0% of the votes.[4][1]
Goesling chose not to run for re-election in 2020.
Personal life
Goesling is married to Jo Goesling. They have six children and three grandchildren. Goesling and his family live in Moscow, Idaho.[5]
Election history
| Year | Candidate | Votes | Pct | Candidate | Votes | Pct | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Primary[6] | Bill Goesling | 1,346 | 46.6% | Carl Berglund | 1,541 | 53.4% | |||
| 2018 Primary[7] | Bill Goesling | 2,454 | 60.3% | Hari Heath | 1,619 | 39.7% | |||
| 2018 General[8] | Bill Goesling | 9,888 | 51.0 % | Margaret Gannon | 8,589 | 38.7 % |
References
- "Bill Goesling's Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved January 19, 2020.
- Corbin, Clark (2019-03-06). "From war hero to the Idaho Legislature". Idaho Education News. Retrieved 2020-01-20.
- Corbin, Clark (2019-04-16). "New sheriff in town … or legislative wild card?". Idaho Education News. Retrieved 2020-01-20.
- "November 6, 2018 General Election Results". sos.idaho.gov. November 6, 2018. Retrieved January 19, 2020.
- "Bill Goesling - Operation Education - University of Idaho". www.uidaho.edu. Retrieved 2020-02-17.
- Denney, Lawerence. "May 17, 2016 Primary Election Results". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Retrieved November 30, 2019.
- Denney, Lawrence. "May 15, 2018 Primary Election Results". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Retrieved November 30, 2019.
- Denney, Lawrence. "Nov 6, 2018 General Election Results: Legislative Totals". Boise, Idaho: Secretary of State of Idaho. Retrieved November 30, 2019.