Tribal Governance
Jul 9, 2026

Several South Dakota tribal nations hold leadership elections this year

Tribal governments across the state continue selecting leaders on their own election schedules


July 9, 2026

Several tribal nations in South Dakota are holding elections for leadership positions this year, according to SDPB, citing South Dakota News Watch. The Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe will hold its general election in August to choose a new president after longtime President Anthony Reider did not seek reelection.

The Crow Creek Sioux Tribe reelected Chairman Peter Lengkeek in April. Lengkeek has served as chairman since 2020, according to SDPB While tribal elections often have term lengths and limits similar to local, state and federal offices, tribal governments conduct elections on their own schedules. A complete list of this year's tribal elections is available from South Dakota News Watch.

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