Mellissa Heermann Announces Re-Election Campaign for South Dakota House of Representatives District 7

Mellissa Heermann Announces Re-Election Campaign for South Dakota House of Representatives District 7

BROOKINGS, SD — Mellissa Heermann has announced her candidacy for re-election to represent District 7 in the South Dakota House of Representatives, pledging to continue her work advocating for families, children, education, and strong local communities.

“Serving District 7 has been one of the greatest honors of my life,” Heermann said. “For me, this role has always been about helping people. I have been intentional about listening first, doing the homework, and making thoughtful decisions that strengthen our communities today while protecting opportunities for tomorrow.”

During her time in Pierre, Heermann has built a reputation for steady, practical leadership and collaborative problem solving. She has focused on issues impacting working families, rural healthcare, education, and protections for seniors and vulnerable adults. Drawing on her professional experience as Revenue Cycle Director at Brookings Health System and years of local leadership — including service on the Brookings School Board, Lake Preston City Council, and as Mayor of Lake Preston — Heermann brings both policy knowledge and real-world perspective to the South Dakota House of Representatives.

“Representing District 7 is a role that I have taken very seriously over the last 4 years in the legislature. There has not been one day that I have taken for granted, or one moment that I forgot who I was working for.

Heermann and her husband, Cody, have called Brookings home for nearly two decades, where they are raising their three children and remain active in local schools, churches, and community organizations.

“I’m grateful for the trust District 7 has placed in me,” Heermann added. “I’m ready to keep working hard, showing up, and serving the people of our district with integrity and care.”

For more information or to follow the campaign, visit heermannfordist7.com or find updates on Facebook at Heermann for House.