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Amber Arlint — SD State House · District 12
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Amber Arlint

Proven leadership for strong schools and communities

Amber Arlint is a Sioux Falls insurance agency owner and incumbent Republican member of the South Dakota House of Representatives for District 12, first elected in 2022. She grew up in Freeman, South Dakota, and earned a Master's degree from the University of South Dakota before building a career in education administration, energy sales, and insurance. Arlint is focused on quality education and economically strong communities.

Hometown
Sioux Falls
Party
Republican
Office
SD State House · District 12
Our Rationale

Why they’re
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Amber Arlint combines the perspective of a small business owner with hands-on legislative experience to deliver practical results for District 12 families. Her background running an insurance agency gives her a sharp eye for regulations that help — or hurt — working South Dakotans. She is a reliable voice for parental rights and locally driven schools, with the track record to back it up.

In Their Own Words

Key positions

Parental Rights in Schools

What I am worried about is somebody having a conversation with my kid at school that I know nothing about, that I didn't authorize.

On the Same Ballot

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SD State House · District 12

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