Fred Wood (politician)

Fredrick Leslie Wood III, M.D. (born December 1, 1945 in Washington, D.C.) is a Republican Idaho State Representative since 2006 representing District 27 in seat B.

Early life, education, and career

Wood was raised in Homedale and beginning in the 8th grade attended Georgia Military Academy. He earned his bachelor's degree from Tulane University and his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine, after which he served in the United States Air Force. Wood moved to Burley in 1977 where he was a practicing physician. From 1996 to 2004, Wood served on the Idaho Fish and Game Commission.

Idaho House of Representatives

When long-time legislator and former Speaker of the House Bruce Newcomb decided to not seek reelection in 2006, Wood entered a four-way race for the Republican nomination which he won. He has run unopposed each term since.

Committee assignments

• Heath and Welfare Committee (chairman)
• Resources and Conservation Committee

Wood previously served on the Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee from 2006-2012.

Elections