Ernie Otten is running for reelection in the state Senate.
Otten is running as a Republican for District 06, which includes the Harrisburg, Tea and parts of southern Sioux Falls. He is running unopposed.
Otten previously worked as a carpenter.
He was first elected to the Legislature in 2016. Find more about his work in the Legislature on his campaign page or see his legislative history on his page at the LRC's website.