John Shubeck

Background

Shubeck is a farmer, Marine veteran, coach, husband, and father, and serves in the South Dakota House representing District 16. His campaign says he is seeking reelection in the November 3, 2026 election; the campaign site does not specify how long he has lived in the area.

Sources: John Shubeck campaign site

What the candidate has said

Statements are attributed to the linked sources.

• Campaign priorities

  His campaign lists protecting family farms and agriculture, supporting veterans and first responders, standing up for families and local communities, and responsible budgeting and limited government as priorities.

  John Shubeck campaign site

• Data centers

  On data centers, Shubeck said a law passed in the prior session put restrictions in place, including requiring data centers to pay for needed electricity upgrades and protecting ratepayers from increased rates.

  Sioux Falls Simplified

• Childcare funding

  He said the state likely cannot fund preschool without more taxpayer revenue, noting that local schools have found ways to provide it and that the state budget is lean.

  Sioux Falls Simplified