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Background

Taffy Howard served as a U.S. Air Force officer and previously served in the South Dakota House; she is serving in the South Dakota Senate and is seeking election to District 34 in 2026. Her campaign describes her experience managing local business ventures; the sources reviewed do not state how long she has lived in the area.

Sources: Taffy Howard campaign website

What the candidate has said

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  • Government and liberty

    She says she supports fiscal restraint, individual liberties, and limited government.

    Taffy Howard campaign website
  • Gun rights

    She supports preserving Second Amendment rights and responsible gun ownership.

    Taffy Howard campaign website
  • Families and freedom

    She says her goals include protecting freedoms, improving families’ economic welfare, and maintaining South Dakota’s constitutional principles.

    Taffy Howard campaign website

Also running for State Senate, District 34 (partial city coverage not verified)

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