Idaho Governor Butch Otter appointed pro-Life champion Shirley McKague to the Idaho Senate late Wednesday. She moves from the Idaho House of Representatives following Gerry Sweet’s resignation last month; she will continue to represent the families of District 20 – centered in Meridian.

McKague has served ten years in the House, during which time she earned the “Friend for Life” Award from Idaho Chooses Life. Among many contributions to the movement, Rep. McKague co-sponsored legislation in the 2003 session which would have provide health insurance benefits to preborn children. (Unfortunately, that legislation was defeated on the House floor by just 3 votes).

Former state senator Gerry Sweet resigned after two terms in the Idaho Senate to take a position as State Director for Congressman Bill Sali. During his time in the Legislature, Sweet was an unapologetic advocate for Idaho’s preborn children.

It is a real blessing to have another pro-Life champion representing Meridian in the Senate. We are grateful to both Shirley and Gov. Otter.