Representative Al Novstrup

Al Novstrup is a Republican member of the South Dakota House of Representatives, representing District 3. He assumed office on January 14, 2025, and his current term is set to end on January 12, 2027.

Born on August 4, 1954, in Sisseton, South Dakota, Novstrup has had a long and varied career in both politics and business. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from South Dakota State University in 1977. Before entering politics, he worked as a teacher and coach at Granite Falls High School from 1977 to 1980. He later became the owner and manager of Computer Specialists from 1982 to 2001 and has been the owner and president of Thunder Road Family Fun Park since 1994.

Novstrup’s political career began in 2003 when he was elected to the South Dakota House of Representatives. He served in the House until 2009, after which he transitioned to the South Dakota Senate, where he represented District 3 from 2009 to 2015. He returned to the House in 2015 and served until 2017, before once again taking a seat in the Senate from 2017 to 2025. Throughout his tenure, Novstrup has been involved in various legislative committees, including those focused on agriculture, health, taxation, and commerce.

In addition to his professional and political endeavors, Novstrup is deeply rooted in his community. He has served as a board member for the Boys and Girls Club of Aberdeen and has been recognized for his contributions to transparency and public service, receiving the Eagle Award from the South Dakota Newspaper Association for “Protecting the People’s Right to Know.”

Novstrup is married to Kathy Novstrup, and together they have two children, Linda and David. His son, David Novstrup, has also been active in South Dakota politics, representing District 3 in both the state Senate and House of Representatives. Al Novstrup’s dedication to public service and his community has made him a prominent figure in South Dakota’s political landscape.