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Brandon Woolf

State Controller

2026 Idaho State Controller — General Election · November 3, 2026

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Overview

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2026 Idaho State Controller — General Election on November 3, 2026
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State Controller · Republican · Incumbent
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Idaho Secretary of State Candidate Filing Portal — November 3, 2026 General Election

Office: State Controller

Candidate: Brandon D Woolf

Party: Republican

Filing status: Approved

Filing date: 2026-02-23

Official voter ID: 005054171

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November 03, 2026 - 2026 GENERAL

Brandon D Woolf

State Controller

Republican

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Meet Brandon Woolf

Source-published biography

Raised in Preston, Brandon learned early the values of hard work, responsibility, and faith while milking cows and hauling hay on his family’s dairy farm in Whitney, Idaho. After earning an undergraduate degree in political science from Utah State University in 1997, Brandon was hired as an intern at the Idaho State Controller’s Office. He worked his way up the ranks in the office’s Division of Statewide Payroll, from training specialist to chief of staff, and simultaneously earned a Master of Business Administration from Boise State University.

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Raised in Preston, Brandon learned early the values of hard work, responsibility, and faith while milking cows and hauling hay on his family’s dairy farm in Whitney, Idaho. After earning an undergraduate degree in political science from Utah State University in 1997, Brandon was hired as an intern at the Idaho State Controller’s Office. He worked his way up the ranks in the office’s Division of Statewide Payroll, from training specialist to chief of staff, and simultaneously earned a Master of Business Administration from Boise State University.

Meet Brandon Woolf

Source-published biography

Brandon was appointed as State Controller in 2012 by Governor C.L. “Butch” Otter and unanimously confirmed by the State Senate. Since then, Brandon has been elected and re-elected by Idahoans three times. As the state’s chief fiscal officer, he safeguards taxpayer dollars, oversees payroll for 37,000 state employees, and leads efforts to make government more transparent, efficient, and accountable. His leadership has streamlined state technology services, modernized financial systems, and strengthened oversight of public funds.

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Brandon was appointed as State Controller in 2012 by Governor C.L. “Butch” Otter and unanimously confirmed by the State Senate. Since then, Brandon has been elected and re-elected by Idahoans three times. As the state’s chief fiscal officer, he safeguards taxpayer dollars, oversees payroll for 37,000 state employees, and leads efforts to make government more transparent, efficient, and accountable. His leadership has streamlined state technology services, modernized financial systems, and strengthened oversight of public funds.

Voices for Brandon Woolf

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Former Director of the Idaho Division of Financial Management

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Former Director of the Idaho Division of Financial Management

Voices for Brandon Woolf

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As Mayor of Preston, I’ve seen firsthand the kind of leadership that truly moves Idaho forward. Brandon Woolf embodies those qualities: steady, honest, and deeply committed to serving the people of our state with integrity. I’ve watched him grow into a trusted public servant who understands what it means to lead responsibly.

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As Mayor of Preston, I’ve seen firsthand the kind of leadership that truly moves Idaho forward. Brandon Woolf embodies those qualities: steady, honest, and deeply committed to serving the people of our state with integrity. I’ve watched him grow into a trusted public servant who understands what it means to lead responsibly.

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Endowment Lands

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As a member of the Land Board, Brandon helps manage 2.5 million acres of Idaho endowment lands that support our public schools. He is committed to protecting these resources and maximizing their long-term value for Idaho’s children.

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As a member of the Land Board, Brandon helps manage 2.5 million acres of Idaho endowment lands that support our public schools. He is committed to protecting these resources and maximizing their long-term value for Idaho’s children.

Democracy, ethics, and government accountability

Candidate position

From processing payroll for 37,000 employees to providing financial information to citizens, businesses, and local governments, the Controller’s office touches lives every day. Brandon is committed to service that is timely, accurate, and always puts Idahoans first.

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From processing payroll for 37,000 employees to providing financial information to citizens, businesses, and local governments, the Controller’s office touches lives every day. Brandon is committed to service that is timely, accurate, and always puts Idahoans first.

Government Transparency

Candidate position

Brandon Woolf has made transparency his mission. Through tools like Transparent Idaho, he has given citizens unprecedented access to state finances. He believes honest, open government is the foundation of public trust.

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Brandon Woolf has made transparency his mission. Through tools like Transparent Idaho, he has given citizens unprecedented access to state finances. He believes honest, open government is the foundation of public trust.

Keep integrity in office: re-elect Brandon Woolf as your Idaho State Controller!

Candidate position

“A government cannot function without the trust of its citizens. That is why, as your State Controller, I have prioritized bringing clear visibility to the complex workings of our local government. I believe openness and collaboration are the keys to success for Idaho’s future, and I am looking forward to serving you for the next four years.”

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“A government cannot function without the trust of its citizens. That is why, as your State Controller, I have prioritized bringing clear visibility to the complex workings of our local government. I believe openness and collaboration are the keys to success for Idaho’s future, and I am looking forward to serving you for the next four years.”

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Belief

A committed conservative, Brandon believes in limited government, fiscal discipline, and accountability to the people. He and his wife, Janalee, are proud parents of three grown children and love spending time with their grandchild. The Woolfs are active members of The Church Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

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A committed conservative, Brandon believes in limited government, fiscal discipline, and accountability to the people. He and his wife, Janalee, are proud parents of three grown children and love spending time with their grandchild. The Woolfs are active members of The Church Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Government Transparency

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Prioritizes open government and continued public access to state financial information.

  • The campaign cites Transparent Idaho as his existing transparency initiative and describes openness as a foundation of public trust.
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Government Transparency

Fiscal Responsibility

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Prioritizes safeguarding taxpayer money, fighting waste, and keeping state government lean and efficient.

  • The campaign presents fiscal discipline as an ongoing responsibility of the State Controller.
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Fiscal Responsibility

Endowment Lands

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Prioritizes protecting Idaho endowment lands and maximizing their long-term value for public schools.

  • The campaign ties this responsibility to his role on the Idaho Land Board.
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Endowment Lands

Serving Idahoans

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Prioritizes timely and accurate Controller's Office services and accessible financial information for citizens, businesses, local governments, and state employees.

  • The campaign frames responsive public service as an ongoing operational priority.
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Serving Idahoans

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  1. Election record

    2026 Idaho candidate record — Brandon Woolf

    Idaho Secretary of State

    Open Idaho Secretary of State
  2. Candidate-owned primary source

    Brandon Woolf — candidate-owned primary source 1

    Brandon Woolf campaign

    Open Brandon Woolf campaign
  3. Candidate-owned primary source

    Brandon Woolf — candidate-owned primary source 2

    Brandon Woolf campaign

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  4. Candidate-owned primary source

    Brandon Woolf — candidate-owned primary source 3

    Brandon Woolf campaign

    Open Brandon Woolf campaign

    Link checked September 15, 2026.

  5. GOVERNMENT_CURRENT_OFFICE_IDENTITY

    Brandon Woolf — current Idaho office

    State of Idaho

    Open State of Idaho
  6. GOVERNMENT_CAMPAIGN_FINANCE_SEARCH

    Brandon Woolf — Idaho campaign-finance disclosure search

    Idaho Secretary of State

    Open Idaho Secretary of State
  7. Election record

    2026 Idaho final candidates list — Brandon Woolf

    Idaho Secretary of State

    Open Idaho Secretary of State
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