Rod Furniss
Rod Furniss | |
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| Member of the Idaho House of Representatives from the District 35, seat B district | |
| Assumed office December 1, 2018 | |
| Preceded by | Karey Hanks |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Idaho |
| Nationality | American |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Jan Furniss |
| Children | 5 |
| Alma mater | Brigham Young University–Idaho, Idaho State University |
| Occupation | Insurance underwriter, financial consultant, politician |
Rod Furniss is an American insurance underwriter, financial consultant, and politician from Idaho. Furniss is a member of Idaho House of Representatives for District 35, seat B.
Early life
Furniss was born in Idaho. Furniss is a sixth-generation Idahoan. Furniss grew up in Menan, Idaho. Furniss attended Rigby High School.[1]
Education
Furniss attended Rick's College. In 1983, Furniss earned an associate degree in Accounting/Business Management from Brigham Young University–Idaho. In 1985, Furniss earned as bachelor's degree in Finance/Financial Management Services from Idaho State University.[2]
Career
Furniss is a former missionary for Church of Christ (Latter Day Saints) in Argentina.[2]
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.[2][3]
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.[4] [1] [5][2]
Personal life
Furniss' wife is Jan Furniss. They have five children.[2]
References
- ^ a b "Rod Furniss declares candidacy for District 35 seat". rexburgstandardjournal.com. February 25, 2018. Retrieved February 15, 2020.
- ^ a b c d e "Rod Furniss' Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved February 15, 2020.
- ^ "Representative Rodney G. "Rod" Furniss". idahohealthcaresummit.com. 2020. Retrieved February 15, 2020.
- ^ "November 6, 2018 General Election Results". sos.idaho.gov. November 6, 2018. Retrieved February 15, 2020.
- ^ "Representative Rod Furniss (R)". legislature.idaho.gov. Retrieved February 15, 2020.