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Helene Duhamel

State Senate, District 32 (partial city coverage not verified)

Republican · Incumbent

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Background

A fifth-generation South Dakotan, Duhamel says she grew up and still lives in District 32. She spent 35 years as a television news journalist, has worked for nine years with the Pennington County Sheriff’s Office, and is serving in the State Senate.

Sources: Helene Duhamel for Senate, South Dakota Legislature profile

What the candidate has said

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  • Taxes and housing

    She says the legislature can help residents through lower taxes and reduced red tape that increases consumer costs, and says the state can help first-time homebuyers and prioritize affordable housing.

    Helene Duhamel for Senate
  • Water security

    She identifies water security as her major issue for western South Dakota and says the state should plan for future water needs.

    Helene Duhamel for Senate

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