Drew Peterson
for House
Rural roots, Real Results:
Drew represented District 19 and supported legislation that enacted South Dakota’s largest tax cut without shifting the burden to property taxes. During his tenure, teacher pay was increased, funding was secured for rural health care, and $5 million was delivered for township roads. He also advanced initiatives supporting affordable housing, workforce development, and childcare access, and backed the expansion of E15 fuel to benefit consumers and corn producers.
VOTE DREW IN THE REPUBLICAN PRIMARY JUNE 2ND!
MEET DREW:
Drew Peterson is a farmer and cattle producer who serves in the South Dakota House of Representatives and American Soybean Association Board. This year, Drew has been recognized by South Dakota Cattlemen’s Association, South Dakota Corn, and the Association of General Contractors for his outstanding legislative service.
Drew has been married to his wife Lauren for seven years and welcomed their son Michael in 2023 and daughter Catherine in 2025. They are raising their two children on their family farm and the same community they grew up. They are lifelong members of St. Mary’s Catholic Church.
Education & Work Experience
Drew earned degrees in finance and political science from the University of South Dakota. His political roots began early as Governor of Boys State and President of the USD College Republicans, followed by work on the Rounds/Daugaard campaign and his brother Kent’s House campaign.
Accomplishments & Issues
Drew has focused on initiatives that directly affect District 19 communities, including advocacy for tax relief for families and seniors, efforts to reduce regulatory red tape that increased consumer costs, and securing funding for rural health care. These efforts helped deliver $5 million for township road improvements while advancing policies related to affordable housing, workforce development, and access to childcare. Drew has also worked to expand the availability of E15 fuel, supporting consumers and creating additional markets for corn producers. In addition, Drew has been involved in measures aimed at protecting South Dakota from influence by hostile foreign adversaries and has worked on legislation related to Second Amendment issues.
Conservative Values
Pro‑Life, Pro‑Second Amendment, Limited Government, & Lifelong Republican
Rural Communities
Supports Small Towns, Rural Development, & AgricultureSecurity
Backs the Blue, Prioritizes National Security, & Support for First Responders
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VOTE DREW IN THE REPUBLICAN PRIMARY JUNE 2ND!
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