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Committee reviews governor's appointment of Terry Kirkham to Pardons and Parole

Senate Judiciary & Rules Committee · March 16, 2026
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Summary

The committee considered Terry Kirkham's appointment to the Commission of Pardons and Parole; Kirkham cited nearly 30 years with the Idaho Department of Corrections and said he aims to support the overburdened commission and public safety.

The Senate Judiciary & Rules Committee considered the governor's appointment of Terry Kirkham of Idaho Falls to the Commission of Pardons and Parole for a term beginning March 18, 2026. Kirkham described nearly 30 years of experience within the Idaho Department of Corrections, including service as a warden and roles in probation and parole.

Kirkham told the committee the role involved heavy workloads and consequential decisions affecting people's lives and public safety. He said he sought reappointment to support an overburdened commission and to apply his corrections experience to sound parole decision-making.