Raphael Barta Selected as Idaho REALTORS® Federal Political Coordinator for Senator Crapo

Idaho REALTORS® is pleased to announce that Raphael Barta has been appointed as the Idaho REALTORS® Federal Political Coordinator (FPC) to Senator Mike Crapo. Raphael, an IR past president, a Selkirk Association President and ROTY, and former Public Policy Committee member, brings extensive experience, a commitment to advocacy, and a deep passion for advancing REALTOR® priorities at the federal level.

“Raphael’s leadership and extensive experience make him the perfect choice for this role.” IR President Julie Anglesey said. “I look forward to seeing the impactful work he will accomplish as our Federal Political Coordinator, representing the interests of Idaho REALTORS® at the federal level. We are confident that Raphael’s wealth of experience, leadership skills, and dedication will make him an exceptional advocate for Idaho REALTORS® on the national stage. Please join us in congratulating Raphael Barta on his new role as Federal Political Coordinator!”

Raphael has been actively involved in North Idaho politics and has a longstanding history of leadership within the REALTOR® community. He has moderated candidate forums for county and state legislative offices for over six years, writes regular columns for the local newspaper and the regional Journal of Business, and has served on the Idaho REALTORS® Public Policy Committee for several years. His contributions extend to two terms as State President of Idaho REALTORS® in 2018 and 2019 and five years on the Executive Committee. He has also been a three-term President for the Selkirk Association and was named REALTOR® of the Year by the Selkirk Association in 2012 and 2015.