Stephanie Sauder announces re-election intentions for District 4 State Senator

Stephanie Sauder announces re-election intentions for District 4 State Senator

BRYANT, SD — Stephanie Sauder announces she is running for re-election as State Senator to continue serving District 4 in northeastern South Dakota.

Sauder was first elected to the State Senate in 2022 after serving one term in the House of Representatives. She has served on both the House and Senate Education committees, is the current vice-chair of the Senate Transportation committee and served on the House Ag and Natural Resources committee. She was also a member of the House Veterans and Military Affairs committee and appointed to the 100^th Legislative Session Commemoration and Extraordinary Cost Fund to Special Education committees.

Throughout her legislative service, she has been a strong advocate for public and technical education, agriculture, the elderly, rural and community service health care, strengthening economic opportunities and supporting local governments. She has been the senate prime sponsor on several bills that protect District 4 and South Dakota’s most vulnerable – children and the elderly.

“To me, serving in the legislature is about helping people and listening to them as they express their concerns,” said Sauder. “Doing the research and homework comes next to make thoughtful and meaningful decisions to protect and strengthen our communities and provide future opportunities across the district and state.”

During her tenure as a legislator, Sauder has built the reputation as a highly-respected, practical, common-sense leader, willing to listen and consider all sides of an issue before the votes are taken and decisions are made. Drawing on her years of experience in public education, local government, as a small business owner and generational farmer, her focus is on real District 4 and South Dakota concerns and issues.

Senator Sauder and her husband Jerry live in rural Bryant. She is active in her church, a member of the Parkview and Bryant Legion auxiliaries, and local volunteer. She also serves on the ITC board of directors.

“Serving District 4 has been one of the greatest honors of my life, and not for one day I have taken my role and responsibilities for granted nor forgotten who I represent,” said Sauder. “I am honored and grateful for the faith and trust D4 voters have given me. I believe in showing up, working hard, and doing what is right for our communities. I will continue to serve our district with dedication, integrity, and pride.”

District 4 includes Clark, Hamlin, Deuel, Grant, rural Codington and part of Roberts counties. Absentee voting begins on April 17, 2026, with the primary election scheduled for June 2, 2026.