Quick Facts
Biography
Diane Bilyeu is a Democratic politician from Pocatello, Idaho. She is the incumbent Idaho State Senator from District 29, elected in 2006. She earlier served in the Idaho Senate from 1968 through 1970.
Background
Bilyeu is a Democratic Idaho State Senator (1971–1994) and the widow of Charles "Chick" Bilyeu, a longtime professor at Idaho State University in Pocatello. She announced her retirement February 27, 2012 to enjoy more time with family.
Bilyeu is the author of A Conversation With Shakespeare, a reader's theater script, published by DB Publishing, 2013.
Education
Diane Bilyeu received her education from the following institution:
- BA, Idaho State University, 1968
- "Senator Diane Bilyeu's Biography". Project Vote Smart. Retrieved 7 October 2012.
Family
Diane Bilyeu is widowed with three children named Brigette, Clark, and Valencia.
Current Legislative Committees
Diane Bilyeu has been a member of the following committees:
- Finance, Member
- Local Government and Taxation, Member
- Transportation, Member
Political Experience
Diane Bilyeu has had the following political experience:
- Senator, Idaho State Senate, 1968-1970, 2006–present
- County Assessor, Bannock County, 1985-2006
- Member, Idaho State Board of Education, 1978-1988