IDAHO ROOTS. REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE. COMMON-SENSE, IDAHO LEADERSHIP.
“I was raised on Idaho values—service, independence, and responsibility to one another. I’m running to protect those values and to serve District 8 with honesty, integrity, and common sense.”
A 4th-generation Idahoan, combat veteran, and healthcare provider committed to constitutional governance, fiscal responsibility, and representing the people of District 8 — not political scorecards or special interests.
Heather Lewis is running as an Independent because District 8 deserves a representative who listens, reads the bills, and votes with constituents in mind. Heather believes public office is about service — not ideology, not party pressure, and not personal gain.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Serve the People, Not the Politics
Legislators work for their constituents. Decisions should be guided by the needs of District 8 families, not outside organizations, employers, or party scorecards.
Constitutional First
If legislation conflicts with the U.S. Constitution or the Idaho Constitution, it should not pass. Unconstitutional laws cost taxpayers millions and erode trust in government.
Evidence, Accountability, and Common Sense
Good policy is grounded in facts, outcomes, and fiscal reality, not ideology or talking points.
NOV 3, 2026 GENERAL ELECTION VOTING INFORMATION
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October 23, 2026
Election Day registration is also available for eligible Idaho voters. -
October 13–30, 2026
Dates, hours and locations vary by county. Check with your County Clerk for local early-voting information. -
October 23, 2026 by 5:00 PM
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November 3, 2026 by 8:00 PM
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Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Polls open 8:00 AM–8:00 PM -
Idaho Secretary of State (VoteIdaho): https://voteidaho.gov/ — official source for dates, deadlines, registration, and absentee requests.
Election Calendar: https://voteidaho.gov/calendar/ — full list of deadlines and events.
General Absentee Voting Info: https://voteidaho.gov/casting-your-ballot/ — how absentee voting works in Idaho.
Independents & Primary Participation Info: https://sos.idaho.gov/ELECT/PublicPrimaryBallotChoice.html — details on ballot choice and party affiliation.