Lee Heider (born February 17, 1947) is a former

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member of the

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, first elected in 2010. Heider represented the 24th District, which contains most of the city of Twin Falls.

Early life and career

Heider was born and raised in Twin Falls. He is married to Jan, has six children, and 22 grandchildren. He is owner of a flooring company in Twin Falls and served in the

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. Heider holds a

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from

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and a Master of Public Administration from Ball State University. Previously Heider served as a member of the Twin Falls City Council and as vice mayor of Twin Falls.

Idaho Senate

In the Idaho Senate Heider is a member of the following committees: * Health and Welfare * Resources and Environment (chair)

Elections

Awards

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and

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{{DEFAULTSORT:Heider, Lee 1947 births American people of German descent Latter Day Saints from Idaho Latter Day Saints from Indiana Ball State University alumni Brigham Young University alumni Living people Republican Party Idaho state senators People from Twin Falls, Idaho Mayors of places in Idaho Idaho city council members 21st-century American politicians