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10 Facts About Troy Heinert

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Troy Heinert was born on July 29,1972 and is an American politician who served in the South Dakota Senate.

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Troy Heinert was first elected to the state house in 2012 and served for one term.

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Troy Heinert's father died when he was 12, but he was taken under the wing of a close family friend.

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Troy Heinert attended local schools, where he graduated with a BS degree in education.

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Troy Heinert is a member of the Rosebud Sioux Tribe.

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Troy Heinert first ran for electoral office on the Todd County High School Board, winning a seat and serving for 3 years.

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Troy Heinert became close to Jim Korkow, who was friends with his father, especially after his father's death.

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In 2012, Troy Heinert was elected as a Democrat to the South Dakota House of Representatives from District 26A, comprising Todd and Mellette counties.

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Troy Heinert was succeeded in the house from District 26A by Shawn Bordeaux of Mission.

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Troy Heinert married Gena and they have two sons and a daughter.