Rod Furniss

American politician from Idaho
Rod Furniss
Member of the Idaho House of Representatives
Incumbent
Assumed office
December 1, 2018
Preceded byKarey Hanks
Constituency35th district Seat B (2018–2022)
31st district Seat B (2022–present)
Personal details
BornRigby, Idaho, U.S.
Political partyRepublican
SpouseJan Furniss
Children5
EducationBrigham Young University–Idaho (AS)
Idaho State University (BS)

Rod Furniss is an American businessman and politician serving as a member of the Idaho House of Representatives for District 31, seat B.

Early life and education

Furniss was born in Rigby, Idaho and grew up in Menan.[1] He attended Rigby High School.[2]

Furniss attended Ricks College. In 1983, Furniss earned an associate degree in accounting and business management from Brigham Young University–Idaho. In 1985, Furniss earned as bachelor's degree in finance and financial management services from Idaho State University.[3]

Career

Furniss is a former missionary for Church of Christ (Latter Day Saints) in Argentina.[3]

In 1986, Furniss became an Independent Agent with Rod Furniss Chartered Life Underwriter. Furniss is in the insurance and investment business. Furniss is a life insurance underwriter and financial consultant.[3][4]

On November 6, 2018, Furniss won the election and became a member of Idaho House of Representatives for District 35, seat B. Furniss defeated Jerry L. Browne with 83.7% of the votes.[5] [2] [6][3]

Personal life

Furniss' wife is Jan Furniss. They have five children.[3]

References

  1. ^ Nelson, Rett (2020-04-24). "State Representative Rod Furniss faces challenger George Judd in District 35 Seat B". East Idaho News. Retrieved 2020-12-31.
  2. ^ a b "Rod Furniss declares candidacy for District 35 seat". rexburgstandardjournal.com. February 25, 2018. Retrieved February 15, 2020.
  3. ^ a b c d e "Rod Furniss' Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved February 15, 2020.
  4. ^ "Representative Rodney G. "Rod" Furniss". idahohealthcaresummit.com. 2020. Retrieved February 15, 2020.
  5. ^ "November 6, 2018 General Election Results". sos.idaho.gov. November 6, 2018. Retrieved February 15, 2020.
  6. ^ "Representative Rod Furniss (R)". legislature.idaho.gov. Retrieved February 15, 2020.

External links

  • rodfurniss.com
  • Rod Furniss at ballotpedia.org
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