Idaho Federation of Republican Women Elected New Board
The state organization finalized its executive board elections this month.
Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in People
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The Idaho Federation of Republican Women recently elected a new executive board to lead the organization. Becky Funk was selected as the group's new state president.
Why it matters
The election of new leadership determines the strategic direction of this long-standing state political organization. The board members will guide the group's priorities and activities across Idaho.
The Idaho Federation of Republican Women has been active since 1944. Catherine Bedford, the newly elected Congressional District 1 director, previously served a 10-year tenure with the Kootenai County Republican Women.
The players
Becky Funk
She is the newly elected state president of the Idaho Federation of Republican Women.
Catherine Bedford
She is the newly elected Congressional District 1 director who resides in Coeur d'Alene.
The details
The election process resulted in the appointment of several key officers including Andrea Graf, LaVerne Sessions, Alexandra Caval, Darlene Simpson, and Tiana Abel. Catherine Bedford, who previously spent four years as the Caring for America Chair, was chosen to lead Congressional District 1.
Timeline
The Idaho Federation of Republican Women was originally established in 1944.
The new officers were elected to the executive board in October 2026.
Market Landscape
The Idaho Federation of Republican Women operates as an affiliate of the National Federation of Republican Women. This organizational structure reinforces the influence of regional political groups within the broader national landscape of party activism.
The new executive board will oversee the organization's activities and community outreach initiatives. Members and local stakeholders can expect changes in the group's operational approach throughout the state.
The takeaway
The election of a new board marks a leadership transition that will define the group's agenda for the coming term. Voters and party members should monitor the organization's website for upcoming events and policy stances.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Coeur d'Alene Press.
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