According to unofficial election results from the State Secretary's office, thirty-nine female lawmakers will serve; up eight from the 2023-24 legislature.

Progressive priorities such as abortion rights, grocery tax repeal and legalized recreational marijuana were all defeated.

Here are a few takeaways from South Dakota’s dominant 49-0 win over Indiana State. The USD passing game looked strong from the jump. Within 45 seconds Bouman connected with Quaron Adams for a 66-yard touchdown pass that put the Coyotes up by seven. After two quarters of play Bouman had three 44-plus yard passes.

South Dakota's government officials took the opportunity to congratulate President-elect Donald J. Trump following the election.