South Dakota's 2nd legislative district is one of 35 districts in the South Dakota Legislature. Each district is represented by 1 senator and 2 representatives. In the Senate, it has been represented by Republican Steve Kolbeck since 2023, and in the House, it has been represented by Republicans David Kull and John Sjaarda since 2023.
Geography The district is located in southeastern South Dakota. Previously in the northeast, it was moved east of Sioux Falls after 2020 redistricting.
Recent election results South Dakota legislators are elected to two-year terms, with each permitted to serve a maximum of four consecutive two-year terms. Elections are held every even-numbered year.
State senate elections
Year Incumbent Party Firstelected Result General election Primary elections 2022 Brock Greenfield Republican 2014 Incumbent re-districted.Republican hold. 2020 Brock Greenfield Republican 2014 Incumbent re-elected. 2018 Brock Greenfield Republican 2014 Incumbent re-elected. 2016 Brock Greenfield Republican 2014 Incumbent re-elected. 2014 Chuck Welke Democratic 2012 Incumbent defeated.Republican gain. 2012 Art Fryslie Republican 2008 Incumbent defeated.Democratic gain.
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