Janie Ward-Engelking

Janie Ward-Engelking (born in Caldwell, Idaho) is an American politician serving as a Democratic member of the Idaho Senate, representing District 18 since December 2013. She previously represented District 18 Seat A in the Idaho House of Representatives.

Education
After attending Whittier College, Ward-Engelking earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Idaho State University and her Master of Arts from Boise State University.

Elections
In November 2013 Ward-Engelking expressed interest in being appointed to the Idaho Senate to succeed Durst, who resigned. On December 20, 2013, Gov. Butch Otter appointed her to the Idaho Senate to finish Durst's term.