Result

Republican Chance Requa won the open Idaho State House District 24, Seat 2 in the Nov. 3 general election, succeeding retiring state Rep. Steve Miller (R-ID). Requa was the only candidate on the general election ballot, keeping the seat in Republican hands. ​

Requa won the May 19 Republican primary against David Leavitt, receiving 5,647 votes (65.3%) to Leavitt's 3,005 (34.7%). His primary victory margin was 2,642 votes, or approximately 30.6 percentage points.

Candidates and platforms

Requa's campaign website emphasizes stronger schools, rural communities, mental health access and practical leadership for Idaho families. An Idaho Voters candidate profile identifies his priorities as protecting water resources and agriculture, expanding mental health access, strengthening education and workforce training, and reducing taxes and government spending.

The Snake River Dispatch voter guide describes Requa's agricultural platform as supporting generational farms, water resources and rural businesses. On education, the guide says he supports local schools, career and technical education, parental involvement and accountability.

Requa's Republican primary opponent, David Leavitt, ran on conservative priorities, including limiting government spending and protecting Idaho's agricultural economy. However, independent verification of detailed issue positions from Leavitt's campaign materials was not possible.

District and chamber

The seat is Seat B in Idaho House District 24, which includes Twin Falls and surrounding areas. State Rep. Steve Miller (R-ID) was the incumbent, but he lost the May 19 Republican primary to Requa. Miller did not retire before the election.

The district elects two representatives in separate Seat A and Seat B contests. State Rep. Clint Hostetler (R-ID) won reelection to Seat A, defeating independent Kevin Moxley. Requa's victory in Seat B maintains Republican control of that seat.

Money, polling and endorsements

Campaign finance figures compiled from Idaho Secretary of State filings show Requa raised approximately $17,765 and spent $18,836 during the election cycle. The same compilation identifies approximately $5,087 in outside spending supporting his candidacy.

Reported contributors included Michael Dixon, BayerPAC and Micron Technology. Organizations associated with spending or contributions included Magic Valley Voter Action, PAC for Public Lands and the Idaho Dairy Industry PAC.

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