Kenneth Teunissen, a Republican, assumed office on January 10, 2023, as a member of the South Dakota House of Representatives. His current term will end on January 14, 2025. Born in South Dakota, Teunissen has a rich background that includes military service.1
Military Service
Ken Teunissen was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1969 and later enlisted, serving for nearly a decade. His service took him to Vietnam and Berlin, Germany.
Committee Assignments
During the 2023-2024 term, Teunissen was assigned to the following committees:
- House Judiciary Committee
- House Military and Veterans’ Affairs Committee (Vice Chair)
- House Transportation Committee
2022 Elections
In the 2022 general election, Teunissen secured a seat in the South Dakota House of Representatives District 9. He ran alongside incumbent Bethany Soye, and together, they defeated Nick Winkler. The results were as follows:
- Bethany Soye (R): 40.7% of the votes
- Kenneth Teunissen (R): 33.5% of the votes
- Nick Winkler (D): 25.8% of the votes
Personal Information
Ken Teunissen, aged 73, is a retired individual. He has a large family, including a wife, six children, 17 grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.
