Senator Fred S. Martin in the "President's Chair" presiding over the Senate, March 25, 2013
"God Bless America" - Fred Martin and his grandchildren
Fred S. Martin
Idaho State Senator District 15
I am a 4th generation Idahoan. Our grandchildren are 7th generation Idahoans (on my wife's side). My wife, Darla is a 5th generation Idahoan. We are the proud parents of 6 children and have 18
beautiful grandchildren.
I was born and raised in Tyhee, Idaho with the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes (Fort Hall).
I also lived and worked with the Lumbee Tribe in North Carolina.
I am a direct descendant through my Great, great, Grandfather James Thomas Martin's wife Mary (Dabney) to: Chief Running Stream and Chief Eagle Plume of the Powhatan Tribe (James River, VA) and Cockacoeske, Queen of the Panunky Tribe (York River, VA).
Highland High School - Notable Alumni
Idaho State University - Notable Alumni
State Senate Committees
Chairman Senate Health and Welfare Committee (2018-22)
Occupational Licensing and Certification Laws Joint Committee (2020-22)
Co-Vice Chairman Joint Finance and Appropriation Committee (JFAC) (2017-19)
Co-Chairman Joint Economic Outlook and Revenue Assessment Committee (2017-19)
Co-Chairman Joint Procurement Committee (2016-2017)
Co-Chairman Joint Purchasing Laws Interim Committee (2015-2016)
Vice-Chairman Commerce and Human Resources Committee (2016)
Vice-Chairman Health and Welfare Committee (2015)
Joint Millennium Fund Committee (2012-22)
Joint C.E.C. Committee (2012-19)
Joint S.T.E.M. Caucus (2013-16)
Joint Education K-12 Interim Committee (2014)
Boards and Committees
Idaho Council on Suicide Prevention Board (2012-22)
Idaho Health and Welfare Board (2018-22)
Idaho Tribes Public Health Committee (2022- )
Idaho Alzheimer Disease Alliance (2017-22)
Idaho Child Welfare Steering Committee (2012-22)
Idaho Opioid Misuse & Overdose Prevention Committee (2022- )
Idaho Medical Operations Coordination Committee (2022- )
Idaho Immunization Assessment Board (2012-2021)
Idaho Health Care Collaborative Committee (2012-22)
Idaho State Insurance Advisory Committee (2012-21)
Idaho Early Childhood Coordination Council
Idaho Telehealth Taskforce (2012-16)
Idahoans for Healthcare (2014-20)
Mayor’s Faith Ambassadors Council (2014-18)
Community Health Aide Program Certification Board (2022- )
Northwest Area Indian Health Board (2022- )
Region 10 Tribal Coordination Body Public Health Emergency and Response Center (2023- )
Idaho Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias Alliance Member (2023- )
University of Washington, Public Health Board (2023- )
Idaho Tribal Advisory Committee, Chairman (2023- )
Work Experience
Idaho Tribal Relations Manager and Regional Director, Idaho DHW
Former: Idaho Senator, Teacher, Educator, Aide and Bureau Chief for a United States Congressman, Businessman, and CEO
Political Experience
Idaho State Senator
Boise Bureau Chief for a United States Congressman
Aide to a Idaho United States Congressman
Precinct Committeeman
Sergeant at Arms, Idaho State Senate
Executive Director, Citizen's for Local Government
Republican County Vice Chairman
Student Body President, Ricks College (Now BYU-Idaho)
President, Idaho Student Association
Military Training
Idaho National Guard, Utah National Guard, and Army Reserves
N.C.O. School (Non Commissioned Officer Training School)
Medic, Medical Training Center Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, Texas
Eagle Scouts at State Capital
Awards
Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Advocacy Award, National Alliance on Mental Illness
Idaho Suicide Prevention Coalition Award, 2016
Idaho Prosperity Champion Award, Idaho Association of Commerce and Industry 2021 & 2022
Citizens Alliance of Idaho Award for Honesty and Intergrity, 2022
Idaho Children are Primary Legislative Award of Excellence, 2021
Idaho Agri Allstar Award, 2013-22
Idaho Health Care Champion, 2019
Coalitions Board Excellent Award for 2019
Idaho Tobacco Free Alliance Champion Award, 2017
Idaho Immunization Champion Award, 2015
Western States Legislative Academy, Certificate of Graduation, 2015
Fort Boise Optimist Club Special Award, 1985
National Dealer Award, 1996, 1998, 2001, 2004
Idaho Best Campaign Manager, 1984
United Way of Treasure Valley, State Liaison
National Sterling Business Executives Award
Eagle Scout Award, Boy Scouts of America (1966)
Duty to God Award, Boy Scouts of America (1966)
Man of the Year, Ricks College (now BYU-Idaho) (1976)
Who's Who Among American Colleges
Who's Who Among American Public Officials
Who's Who Among American Business Executives
Outstanding Young Men of America, 1985
New York Post's "Most Famous Person from your Hometown"
Activities
Saint Alphonsus Hospital, Volunteer
West Ada School District, Substitute Teacher
Community Health Aide Program Certification Board, Member
Boy Scouts of America, District Commissioner and Scout Master
Ricks College, Alumni Association Executive Board
Ordinance Worker and Shift Coordinator (over 18 years)
United Way of Treasure Valley, State Liaison
North Carolina State University, Chaplain
YMCA Youth Basketball, Coach
Ada County Youth Soccer, Coach
NW Ada Little League, Coach
National Boards and Committees
National Task Force on Economic and Workforce Health Committee, CSG (2021-2022)
National State Health & Human Services Chairs, NCSL (2021)
National Healthy States National Task Force, CSG (2020)
National TeleCommunications Working Group (2019)
National Insurance Advisory Committee (2019)
National Fiscal State Legislative Leaders Committee (2017)
National Health Advisory Committee (2015)
National Tobacco Free Committee, Council of State Governments (2013)
Region 10 Tribal Coordination Body, Public Health Emergency and Response Center (2023- )
North West Area Indian Health Board
National Community Health Accreditation Ceritification Board
Region 10 Tribal Coordination Body Public Health Emergency and Response Center (2023- )
University of Washington, Public Health Board (2023- )
Education
BYU-Idaho
Rexburg, Idaho
Idaho State University
Pocatello, Idaho
Institute of Religion
Utah State University
Logan, Utah
Ricks College
Rexburg, Idaho
Western States Legislative Academy
Colorado Springs, Colorado
NCO School
(Non Commissioned Officer Training School)
Idaho National Guard
Idaho State University
Pocatello, Idaho
Medical Training Center
Fort Sam Houston
San Antonio, Texas
Highland High School
Pocatello, Idaho
