Randy Deibert
Randy Deibert is a lifelong Spearfish resident and Professional Land Surveyor who has represented District 31 in the South Dakota Senate since 2023, previously serving seven years as Lawrence County Commissioner. A Christian conservative, he serves as Senate Majority Whip and sits on five committees including Agriculture and Natural Resources. He has shepherded more than 18 bills into law covering forest management, landowner rights, Deadwood gaming revenue, and property tax relief.
Why they’re
Sensible
Deibert brings deep local credibility to Pierre — he governed Lawrence County for seven years before moving to the Senate, and his committee portfolio (Agriculture, State Affairs, Transportation) maps directly onto the concerns of Black Hills communities. His property tax reduction work, including SB125 and the Homeowner Tax Reduction Fund, shows fiscal seriousness paired with practical problem-solving. Election as Senate Majority Whip by his peers signals leadership capacity well beyond a freshman senator. A strong pick for voters who want Black Hills expertise in the upper chamber.
Key positions
“I care about the will of my constituents, understanding the issues, independent research, doing the right thing.”
“We need many, many tools for tax relief, and this is just one of them.”
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SD State Senate · District 31
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