Lederman Resigns District 16 Senate Seat
As the South Dakota legislative session ends, one legislator has announced intentions to leave. Dakota Dunes State Senator Dan Lederman has resigned effective immediately.
Lederman made the announcement on his Facebook page and a subsequent press release was also sent by Governor Dennis Daugaard. “Dan Lederman has been a vigorous advocate for his constituents and for South Dakota,” said Gov. Daugaard. “He will certainly be missed, and I wish the best to him and his family.”
Lederman's legislative career began in 2009 with a term in the House of Representatives before winning the District 16 state Senate seat in 2011. Lederman attained the post of assistant majority leader in 2013.
Geographically, Lederman's district includes all of Union County, and the southern and eastern portions of Lincoln County, including the cities of Worthing, Canton, Beresford and Hudson. His resignation was effective after the adjournment of the legislative session on Monday.
Lederman’s resignation creates a vacancy that will be filled by gubernatorial appointment. The Governor is asking the public to nominate candidates to fill the position.
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