Tyler Tordsen Announces Candidacy for South Dakota House of Representatives, District 14

Tyler Tordsen Announces Candidacy for South Dakota House of Representatives, District 14

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — Tyler Tordsen announced his candidacy for the South Dakota House of Representatives in District 14, seeking a return to the legislature to continue his record of effective, people-focused leadership.

Tordsen, a lifelong South Dakotan and President & CEO of the Sioux Metro Growth Alliance, previously represented District 14 in the House from 2023–2024. During his first term, he emerged as one of the Legislature’s most productive new lawmakers — leading ten bills that were signed into law, ranging from workforce freedom and regulatory reform to strengthening tribal relations, improving public safety, supporting veterans and helping vulnerable South Dakotans.

“My focus has always been on effective, people-first leadership,” Tordsen said. “During my time in Pierre, I focused on doing the work — researching the issues, building relationships, and delivering real results,”

“South Dakotans deserve leaders who prioritize people over politics. I’m running again because of the overwhelming support and encouragement from many friends, family, and residents of District 14. I also firmly believe our state, our families, and our shared future deserve strong, steady, optimistic leadership that listens to the people and isn’t afraid to get things done.”

While serving in the Legislature, Tordsen sat on the House Education Committee, the House Judiciary Committee, and the Select Committee on Legislative Relationships with Ellsworth Air Force Base. He was appointed as a commissioner to the Midwestern Higher Education Compact, selected as a 2023 NCSL Youth Homelessness Fellow, named one of ALEC’s “50 Under 50” up-and-coming conservative leaders, and honored as a “Legislative Champion” by the Foundation for Government Accountability.

Tordsen brings broad experience in public service, economic development, and government affairs. Before joining the Sioux Metro Growth Alliance, he spent eight years working for U.S. Senator Mike Rounds as Southeast Regional Director and State Director of Tribal Affairs. He is an enrolled member of the Sisseton-Wahpeton Sioux Tribe and holds degrees from the University of South Dakota and Air University.

His campaign will focus on strong families, strong communities, and a strong South Dakota economy, emphasizing:

• People First: Keeping government closest to the people through limited government, respecting the perspectives of all South Dakotans, and promoting a more efficient, effective, and responsive state government.
• Healthy Families & Safe Communities:Supporting education, public safety, access to healthcare, and community resources while respecting the role of nonprofits, faith-based groups, and local organizations.
• A Vibrant Economy: Promoting low taxes, reasonable regulations, and opportunities that help businesses start, grow, and thrive — keeping South Dakota the land of opportunity and the best place to live, work, and raise a family.
• Conservative, Common-Sense Leadership: A 100% pro-life record, A-rating from the NRA, and a proven track record of effective, authentic conservative results.

“There’s no question that South Dakota remains the best place to live, work, and raise a family, but we can’t take that for granted.” Tordsen said. “As your representative, I will continue listening and working to keep our communities strong, our economy vibrant, and our people my number one priority – always. I know South Dakota’s best days are ahead of us yet.”

Tordsen and his wife, Erika, live in Sioux Falls with their three children.

For more information on Tordsen’s record of service and priorities, visit www.TylerTordsen.com.

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