Larry P. Zikmund is a Republican politician representing District 14 in the South Dakota Senate, which covers Minnehaha County including Sioux Falls. He has served in the Senate since 2021 after six years in the South Dakota House of Representatives for the same district. Notable achievements include chairing the Senate Military and Veterans Affairs and Retirement Laws Committees, serving on Commerce and Energy, Transportation, Appropriations, and Joint Appropriations Committees, and prioritizing education, economic development, pro-business policies, veterans' benefits, and budget balancing.

Education and Political Experience

Zikmund grew up in a farming community, working in fields, raising livestock, and repairing farm equipment, which shaped his commitment to state issues like education and economic growth. His political career began in the House in 2015, transitioning to the Senate in 2021, with a focus on equipping students for future jobs, reducing business regulations, supporting veterans, and addressing property tax assessment. His motto is "Experienced. Trusted. Committed."