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Putting Off a 2022 Decision

Putting Off a 2022 Decision

Senator Jean Hunhoff Photo: WNAX


Senator Jean Hunhoff of Yankton is the longest serving legislator, first elected to the House in 2000 and with a previous term in the Senate.

She says she is focused on today and not thinking about the election next year….

Hunhoff says she is more concerned about making an impact….

Hunhoff says she hasn’t decided on next year yet….

Her District 18 will change by the election time as Yankton County did not grow enough to maintain its current boundaries.

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