South Dakota's 3rd 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 Carl E. Perry since 2025. In the House, it has been represented by Al Novstrup since 2025 and Brandei Schaefbauer since 2023.
Geography The district is located in northeastern South Dakota, in Brown County. The district is based in Aberdeen.
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 2024 Al Novstrup Republican 2008 Incumbent term-limited.Republican hold. 2022 Al Novstrup Republican 2008 Incumbent re-elected. 2020 Al Novstrup Republican 2008 Incumbent re-elected. 2018 Al Novstrup Republican 2008 Incumbent re-elected. 2016 David Novstrup Republican 2014 Incumbent retired.Republican hold. 2014 Al Novstrup Republican 2008 Incumbent retired.Republican hold. 2012 Al Novstrup Republican 2008 Incumbent re-elected.
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