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Larry Rhoden
| Larry Rhoden | ||
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| South Dakota State Senate District 29 | ||
| Incumbent | ||
| In office | ||
| 2009-Present | ||
| Term ends | ||
| January 13, 2015 | ||
| Years in position | 4 | |
| Party | Republican | |
| Compensation | ||
| Base salary | $12,000/two-year term | |
| Per diem | $110/legislative day | |
| Elections and appointments | ||
| Last election | November 6, 2012 | |
| First elected | 2008 | |
| Next election | November 8, 2016 | |
| Term limits | Four terms | |
| Prior offices | ||
| South Dakota State House of Representatives | ||
| 2001-2009 | ||
| Education | ||
| High school | Sunshine Bible Academy, 1977 | |
| Military service | ||
| Service/branch | National Guard | |
| Years of service | 1978-1985 | |
| Personal | ||
| Birthday | February 5, 1959 | |
| Place of birth | Sturgis, SD | |
| Profession | Rancher | |
| Religion | Baptist | |
| Websites | ||
| Office website | ||
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Rhoden was a board member for Meade 46-1 School Board. He then worked as a board member for the Board of Directors of Sturgis, Belle Fourche, Ceraex of Union Center. He served the South Dakota State House from 2000 to 2008, during which he served as the Majority Leader. He joined the South Dakota State Senate in 2009 and has served in that position since. He is currently the Majority Whip, and he represents the 29th district.
Rhoden was in the National Guard from 1978 to 1985. He worked as a foreman for Cammack Ranch Supply from 1980 to 1991. In 1981 he became a rancher and has worked as one since then.
Rhoden received his diploma from Sunshine Bible Academy in 1977. He then attended Northwestern Vocational School.
Committee assignments
2013-2014
At the beginning of the 2013 legislative session, Rhoden served on the following committees:
| South Dakota Committee Assignments, 2013 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Agriculture and Natural Resources | ||||
| • State Affairs, Chair | ||||
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Rhoden served on the following committees:
| South Dakota Committee Assignments, 2011 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Agriculture and Natural Resources | ||||
| • State Affairs, Chair | ||||
2009-2010
In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Rhoden served on the following committees:
| South Dakota Committee Assignments, 2009 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Agriculture and Natural Resources | ||||
| • State Affairs | ||||
Elections
2012
Rhoden was re-elected to District 29 of the South Dakota State Senate in 2012. He was unopposed in both the Republican primary on June 5 and the general election on November 6.[1]
2010
Rhoden ran for re-election to the 29th District Seat in 2010. He ran unopposed for the seat. The general election took place on November 2, 2010.
| South Dakota State Senate, District 29 (2010) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | Percent | ||
 Larry Rhoden (R)
|
7,313 | 100.00% | ||
2008
On Nov. 4, 2008, Hundstad won re-election to the 29th District Seat in the South Dakota State Senate, defeating opponent Dennis Levin (D). [2]
Rhoden raised $20,489 for his campaign while Levin raised $3,225. [3]
| South Dakota State Senate, District 29 (2008) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | Percent | ||
| Larry Rhoden (R)
|
7,307 | 65.94% | ||
| Dennis Levin (D) | 3,775 | 34.06% | ||
Campaign donors
2012
Campaign donor information is not yet available for this year.
2010
In 2010, Rhoden received $4,975 in campaign donations. The largest contributors are listed below.[4]
| South Dakota State Senate 2010 election - Campaign Contributions | |
|---|---|
| Top contributors to Larry Rhoden's campaign in 2010 | |
| South Dakota Association Of Healthcare Organizations | $500 |
| South Dakota Retailers Association | $500 |
| Murphy, Marlyn | $500 |
| South Dakota Corn Growers Association | $500 |
| Black Hills Corp | $300 |
| Total Raised in 2010 | $4,975 |
2008
Rhoden raised $20,489 during the 2008 election cycle.
His top contributors are listed below.[5]
| Donor | Amount |
|---|---|
| South Dakota Association of Realtors | $600 |
| Black Hills Corporation | $600 |
| South Dakota Telecommunications Association | $550 |
| South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations | $500 |
| Blank | $500 |
| Marlyn Murphy | $500 |
| South Dakota Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors | $400 |
| South Dakota Beer Wholesalers Association | $400 |
| Midcontinent Communications | $400 |
| South Dakota State Medical Association | $400 |
Personal
Rhoden and his wife Sandy have four children.
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External links
- Profile from the South Dakota Legislature
- Bio from Project Vote Smart
- Legislative profile from Project Vote Smart
- Campaign Contributions: 2010, 2008, 2006, 2004, 2002, 2000
References
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| Preceded by Kenneth McNenny |
South Dakota Senate District 29 2009–present |
Succeeded by NA |
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