Quick Facts
Biography
Bill Goesling is an American politician and a retired United States Navy test pilot and flight instructor from Idaho. Goesling is a Republican member of Idaho House of Representatives from District 5, seat A.
Early life and education
Goesling was born in Cincinnati, Ohio.
In 1963, Goesling earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in chemistry from the University of Montana. Goesling earned a Master of Science degree in Applied Science and Management degrees from Naval Postgraduate School. In 1993, Goesling earned a PhD in education from the University of Idaho.
Career
Goesling served in the United States Navy as a production pilot and flight instructor. Goesling flew aircraft such as the North American RA-5C Vigilante, A-7, and F-15. In 1989, Goesling retired with a rank of Commander from the United States Navy. Goesling earned a Distinguished Flying Cross.
Goesling became an instructor in ROTC program in Moscow, Idaho.
In 2004, Goesling became a chairman and commissioner of Idaho Public Charter School Commission, serving until 2011. In 2011, Goesling served as a Republican member of the Idaho State Board of Education, until 2016.
On November 6, 2018, Goesling won the election and became a Republican member of Idaho House of Representatives for District 5, seat A, succeeding Paulette Jordan. Goesling defeated Margaret R. Gannon with 51.0% of the votes.
Goesling chose not to run for re-election in 2020.
Personal life
Goesling is married to Jo Goesling. They have six children and three grandchildren. Goesling and his family live in Moscow, Idaho.
Election history
| Year | Candidate | Votes | Pct | Candidate | Votes | Pct | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Primary | Bill Goesling | 1,346 | 46.6% | Carl Berglund | 1,541 | 53.4% | |||
| 2018 Primary | Bill Goesling | 2,454 | 60.3% | Hari Heath | 1,619 | 39.7% | |||
| 2018 General | Bill Goesling | 9,888 | 51.0 % | Margaret Gannon | 8,589 | 38.7 % |