Bill Goesling

Bill Goesling is an American politician and a retired United States Navy test pilot and flight instructor from Idaho. Goesling is a Republican member of Idaho House of Representatives from District 5, seat A.

Goesling was born in Cincinnati, Ohio.

In 1963, Goesling earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in chemistry from the University of Montana. Goesling earned a Master of Science degree in Applied Science and Management degrees from Naval Postgraduate School. In 1993, Goesling earned a PhD in education from the University of Idaho.

Goesling served in the United States Navy as a production pilot and flight instructor. Goesling flew aircraft such as the North American RA-5C Vigilante, A-7, and F-15. In 1989, Goesling retired with a rank of Commander from the United States Navy. Goesling earned a Distinguished Flying Cross.

Goesling became an instructor in ROTC program in Moscow, Idaho.

In 2004, Goesling became a chairman and commissioner of Idaho Public Charter School Commission, serving until 2011. In 2011, Goesling served as a Republican member of the Idaho State Board of Education, until 2016.

On November 6, 2018, Goesling won the election and became a Republican member of Idaho House of Representatives for District 5, seat A, succeeding Paulette Jordan. Goesling defeated Margaret R. Gannon with 51.0% of the votes.

Goesling chose not to run for re-election in 2020.

Goesling is married to Jo Goesling. They have six children and three grandchildren. Goesling and his family live in Moscow, Idaho.