Mike Weisgram
Mike Weisgram is a Republican incumbent in the South Dakota House representing District 24 (Fort Pierre), first elected in 2021 and now seeking a fourth term. A lifelong South Dakotan, he ran a small business for 37 years before entering politics, and served five years on the Fort Pierre City Council. In the legislature he chairs the House Commerce and Energy Committee and the House Retirement Laws Committee, and serves on Taxation, Local Government, and Health & Human Services committees. He and his wife Judy have been married 46 years and have two daughters and six grandchildren.
Why they’re
Sensible
Mike Weisgram is a pragmatic conservative whose voting record shows genuine independence: he voted to preserve Medicaid expansion because voters approved it, pushed back on legislative micromanagement of school curricula, and opposed IVF data collection as a privacy overreach. His sustained focus on property tax relief — including championing the largest property tax cut in state history during the 2026 session — demonstrates a concrete affordability commitment. As Commerce and Energy chairman, he shapes the energy and business climate for the entire state while keeping a close eye on rural Fort Pierre priorities.
Key positions
“I believe in the power of hard work, common sense, and local leadership.”
“Incentivizing economic development has risks, but doing nothing in a highly competitive market ensures stagnation, fewer opportunities, and flat revenues.”
“Collecting very personal information under the guise of patient care.”
Also running for
SD State House · District 24
Every other candidate filed for this seat, listed for transparency. Our Sensible slate reflects the full field — not just a single pick.
“Homegrown. Hardworking. Conservative.”
“Proven experience. Ready to serve District 24.”
“Steady hands. Hometown roots.”