Jim Halverson
Jim Halverson is a Winner, South Dakota native who served with the South Dakota Highway Patrol before working as a journeyman electrician at H&O Electric and farm store manager at Country Pride Coop. He has been active in the South Central Economic Development Corporation and El Riad Shrine Club, and coaches golf at Winner High School. First elected to the District 21 House in November 2024, he serves on the Education and Health and Human Services committees.
Why they’re
Sensible
Halverson is a first-term incumbent whose early committee work reflects a practical, community-minded conservatism. His votes to protect the State Library and shield librarians, teachers, and counselors from over-regulation indicate a willingness to push back against state overreach even within his own party. His support for the Safe Baby Box bill and expanded Narcan access shows a pragmatic approach to public safety. His biography — Highway Patrol, electrician, co-op manager, golf coach — is quintessentially rural South Dakota, and his legislative record so far matches that sensibility.
Key positions
“I believe my conservative values, common sense approach to good legislation, and ability to listen makes me someone who can serve our people well.”
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SD State House · District 21
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