James E. Risch is the Republican U.S. Senator from Idaho, in office since 2009.
Current term began January 3, 2021. In the Senate since January 6, 2009.
Committee assignments
- Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources
- Senate Committee on Foreign Relations (Chairman)
- Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship
- Senate Select Committee on Ethics
- Senate Select Committee on Intelligence
- United States Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control
Committee work shapes much of what happens in the Senate, from hearings to shaping bills before they reach the floor.
Term and next election
James E. Risch holds a Class 2 seat in the United States Senate. Senators serve six-year terms, and the two seats in each state sit in different classes, so they are not up for election in the same year. This seat is next on the ballot in 2026, when voters across Idaho choose who fills it.
On the ballot November 3, 2026
James E. Risch is a candidate for this seat. These candidates are on the ballot:
- Jim Risch, Republican Incumbent
- Todd Achilles, Independent
- Natalie M Fleming, Independent
- Matt Loesby, Libertarian
Source: Idaho Secretary of State, final candidates list, checked September 26, 2026. See all 35 Senate races.
Idaho
James E. Risch is one of two U.S. Senators for Idaho, who represent the whole state rather than a single district. For the U.S. House delegation, see the Idaho congressional districts. To find your own House representative, use the home page lookup.
Washington office: 483 Russell Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510
Frequently asked questions
When is James E. Risch next up for election?
This seat is a Class 2 Senate seat, next up for election in 2026. Every voter in Idaho takes part in that race.
What committees does James E. Risch serve on?
James E. Risch serves on the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, Senate Committee on Foreign Relations, Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, Senate Select Committee on Ethics, Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, United States Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control.
How do I contact James E. Risch?
You can reach the office of James E. Risch by phone at 202-224-2752 or through the official U.S. Senate website. The Washington office is at 483 Russell Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510.
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Last updated July 10, 2026.
Data last checked September 26, 2026.