With a crowded field of seven candidates, four of whom will square off in the Republican Primary Election, it’s shaping up to be a unique race.

South Dakota’s upcoming legislative session not only takes place during a year in which all 105 seats across the state House and Senate will be up for election, but the state’s 2026 gubernatorial race as well as a federal Congressional contest also each involve a candidate currently serving in Pierre.

Attorney General Marty Jackley said the proposals reflect pressing issues his office investigated throughout 2025.

The minimum wage for non-tipped employees in South Dakota is increasing from $11.50 an hour to $11.85 an hour starting Jan. 1. According to the South Dakota

Agtegra’s board of directors is backed by a delegate council, which serves as a liaison between the directors and the members. Each year, there are 20 delegate positions up for election, and the following members were elected or re-elected to serve a three-year term: