Biography

Casey Crabtree is an American politician born on January 28, 1983, from Arlington, South Dakota. He currently serves as a member of the South Dakota Senate representing the 8th district, which encompasses Lake, Miner, Moody, and Sanborn counties.

Political Experience

Crabtree was appointed to the South Dakota Senate by Governor Kristi Noem on June 19, 2020, succeeding Jordan Youngberg, who resigned to serve with the South Dakota State Treasurer. In 2020, he ran for election to continue representing District 8 and was unopposed in both the Republican primary and general election, receiving 7,829 votes.

In 2021, Crabtree was elected by the Senate Republican Caucus to serve as Senate Majority Whip, one of four members holding this position. During this period, he also served as Chair of the Senate Commerce and Energy Committee and Vice Chair of the Workforce Housing Needs in South Dakota Interim Committee.

As a legislator, Crabtree has been actively involved in sponsoring legislation, co-sponsoring 39 pieces of legislation including Senate Concurrent Resolutions in support of keeping the U.S. Supreme Court at nine members and supporting the removal of barriers to country of origin labeling.

Party Affiliation

Crabtree is a member of the Republican Party.

Occupation

Outside of his legislative duties, Crabtree works as a Director of Economic Development.