Danny Brown Announces Candidacy for South Dakota House of Representatives, District 8
Madison, SD — Danny Brown today announced his candidacy for the South Dakota House of Representatives representing District 8. The campaign emphasizes healthy relationships, effective communication, and a work ethic grounded in integrity — values that have guided Brown’s 25‑year legal career and community service.
“I am committed to the community, dedicated to South Dakota,” Brown said. “Throughout my career, I have seen firsthand how building healthy relationships and communicating openly leads to real solutions. In Pierre, I will prioritize listening to the concerns of District 8 residents and working collaboratively with local leaders. By fostering trust and transparency, I will bring people together to address challenges—whether it’s supporting our schools, strengthening local businesses, or advancing policies that reflect our shared values. My commitment is to keep lines of communication open, respond promptly to constituent needs, and always act with integrity on behalf of District 8.”
A Record of Legal Leadership and Service
Brown has over 25 years of legal experience in both the public and private sectors. He currently serves as General Counsel at East River Electric Power Cooperative, a wholesale power provider headquartered in Madison, where he advises leadership and the board of directors, and actively supports strategic planning for the cooperative and its members. His work includes coordination on regulatory matters, contract review, and land and permitting issues central to South Dakota’s energy future.
Previously, Brown served the City of Sioux Falls as Senior Assistant City Attorney (2014–2022), providing counsel on complex civil matters, development negotiations, and policy implementation. Before his tenure with the city, he practiced law in Madison, ultimately becoming a partner at Lammers, Kleibacker & Brown, LLP (2000-2014).
Deep Community Roots
Brown has served on and worked with numerous local boards. For the past 15 years he has served as a member of the board of trustees for Madison Regional Hospital and as a past president of Trinity Lutheran Church. He has called Madison home for the last 26 years and Danny and his wife, Becky, are proud parents to three Madison High School graduates.
Education and Professional Memberships
Brown earned his Juris Doctor from the University of South Dakota School of Law and a Bachelor of Science in Public Administration from the University of Arizona. He is admitted to practice in South Dakota, the U.S. District Court for the District of South Dakota, and Minnesota.
Connect with the Campaign
Visit the campaign website at DannyBrownforSD.com, follow “@DannyBrownforSD” on X, and email [email protected]
Danny is a great Republican and as far as I know. He doesn’t appear to be a magat so he has that going for him.