Current seat holder: Casey Crabtree (R).
Casey Crabtree He assumed office on June 19, 2020. Crabtree ( Republican Party ) is running for re-election to the South Dakota State Senate to represent District 8. The Republican primary for this office on June 2, 2026, was canceled. Crabtree ( Republican Party ) also ran for election to the U.S. Serves in the South Dakota State Senate representing District 8. Occupation: Director of Economic Development.
Clint Hoyer (independent) is running for election to the South Dakota State Senate to represent District 8. Hoyer is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. [source]