Jake Ellis

Jake Ellis is an American politician and former firefighter from Idaho. Ellis was a Democratic member of Idaho House of Representatives for District 15, seat B.

Jake Ellis
Member of the Idaho House of Representatives from the District 15, seat B district
In office December 1, 2018 – November 30, 2020
Preceded by	Patrick McDonald
Succeeded by	Codi Galloway
Personal details
Born	Pocatello, Idaho
Nationality	American
Political party	Democratic
Spouse	Amy
Alma mater	Boise State University
Occupation	Politician, firefighter

Early life

Ellis was born in Pocatello, Idaho. Ellis is a 4th-generation Idahoan.^[1][2]

Education

In 1998, Ellis earned Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications from Boise State University. Ellis attended the Executive Fire Officer Program at National Fire Academy. Ellis also attended Idaho State University.^[1]

Career

In 1988, Ellis became a fireman with Boise Fire Department in Idaho, until 2014. Ellis retired as a Battalion Chief.^[1][2]

Elections

2020

Ellis was unopposed in the Democratic primary.^[3] Ellis was defeated by Republican challenger Codi Galloway taking only 47.4% of the vote in the general election.^[4]

2018

Ellis was unopposed in the Democratic primary.^[5] Ellis defeated Republican incumbent Patrick McDonald with 50.9% of the vote in the general election.^[6]

2016

Ellis was unopposed in the Democratic primary.^[7] Ellis was defeated by Republican incumbent Patrick McDonald taking only 43.8% of the vote in the general election.^[6]

Awards

• 1992 Firefighter of the Year. Presented by City of Boise.^[1][8]

Personal life

Ellis's wife is Amy Ellis. They have two children. Ellis and his family live in Pocatello, Idaho.^[1]