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2026 South Dakota Governor General

Election Date:November 3, 2026Register by:October 21, 2026

The 2026 South Dakota gubernatorial general election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect the Governor of South Dakota. Voters will choose between major party candidates to serve a four-year term leading the state executive branch, with responsibilities including budget oversight, appointment of state officials, and implementation of state laws.

About This Race

The 2026 South Dakota gubernatorial general election will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect the Governor of South Dakota. Voters will choose between major party candidates to serve a four-year term leading the state executive branch, with responsibilities including budget oversight, appointment of state officials, and implementation of state laws.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
November 3, 2026
Registration Deadline
October 21, 2026
Early Voting Starts
September 18, 2026
Early Voting Ends
November 2, 2026

How to Vote

To vote in South Dakota, residents must register by October 21, 2026, either online via the Secretary of State’s website, by mail, or in person at county auditor offices. On Election Day or during the early voting period from September 18 to November 2, 2026, voters can cast ballots at designated polling places or vote centers; South Dakota requires voters to show a valid photo ID, such as a driver’s license, tribal ID, or U.S. passport, or sign an affidavit if they lack ID.

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Democratic

Erin Healy

Governor of South Dakota

Biography

Erin Healy is a Democratic member of the South Dakota House of Representatives from District 11, first elected in 2020. She is running for governor to expand access to healthcare, support public education, and address economic inequality, emphasizing her background as a former nurse and advocate for working families.

Campaign Website
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Republican

Steve Haugaard

Governor of South Dakota

Biography

Steve Haugaard is a Republican member of the South Dakota House of Representatives from District 10, serving since 2019. He is running for governor to promote conservative policies, including tax reduction, Second Amendment rights, and limited government, positioning himself as a legislative leader with executive experience.

Campaign Website

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