Randy Bury Announces Candidacy for South Dakota House District 9

Randy Bury Announces Candidacy for South Dakota House District 9

Sioux Falls, SD — Randy Bury, a longtime healthcare leader and community volunteer, announced today that he is running as a Republican for the South Dakota House of Representatives in District 9.

“I’m running because I believe in this state and the people who call it home,” Bury said. “With the right leadership, we can protect what makes South Dakota special while continuing to create opportunities for the next generation.”

Bury brings more than four decades of experience working in healthcare, where he focused on solving complex challenges and helping communities access the care they need. He said those experiences: working with families, caregivers, and community leaders, shaped how he approaches leadership.

“I’ve spent my career working to solve problems in ways that take care of people,” Bury said. “That means bridging gaps, listening to different perspectives, and keeping people at the center of every decision. That’s exactly how I’ll approach this job in Pierre.”

Bury said he is running because he believes District 9 deserves a leader focused on solutions, not partisan noise.

“We need to get back to focusing on the challenges that matter: supporting our communities, strengthening our economy, and making careful decisions that move our state forward,” Bury said. “South Dakotans deserve leadership that improves people’s lives, not legislation written for headlines.”

Bury said his campaign will focus on priorities that reflect the values of District 9:

• Protecting taxpayers and maintaining fiscal responsibility
• Supporting strong communities, including access to healthcare
• Encouraging responsible growth and new opportunities
• Respecting local decision-making and limiting unnecessary mandates

“I’m not a career politician,” Bury said. “I’ve spent my career working in healthcare, solving complex problems and helping organizations serve their communities. I want to bring that same steady, thoughtful approach to Pierre.”

Born and raised in Webster, Bury learned the value of hard work, faith, and service at an early age. Both sets of his grandparents were South Dakota farmers, shaping his deep respect for family, personal responsibility, and community values. He graduated from Augustana University and later obtained his graduate degree in healthcare administration.

Throughout his career, Bury has remained deeply involved in civic life, serving on boards including the Sioux Empire United Way, the Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce, the Helpline Center, and the American Red Cross Sioux Empire Chapter. He also served on the Board of Directors for the South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations and on the national Board of Directors for the American Health Care Association.

Bury and his wife, Sonia, have been married for more than 40 years and have been active members of Holy Cross Lutheran Church since its founding in 1986. Together, they are proud parents of two adult sons.

For more information, visit Bury’s campaign website at randybury.com. The Republican primary is June 2, with early voting beginning April 17.

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