Clarence L. Kooistra (born January 25, 1941) is an American former politician. He served in the South Dakota House of Representatives from 1997 to 2002 and in the Senate from 2003 to 2006.[1][2]
Clarence L. Kooistra | |
|---|---|
| Member of the South Dakota Senate from the 25th district | |
| In office 2003–2006 | |
| Preceded by | Jim Hutmacher |
| Succeeded by | Arnie Hauge |
| Member of the South Dakota House of Representatives from the 25th district | |
| In office 1997–2002 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | January 25, 1941 Canova, South Dakota |
| Political party | Democratic, formerly Republican |
| Spouse | Arlene Kay Fiskvik |
| Children | two |
| Residence | Garretson, South Dakota |
| Profession | teacher |
After losing renomination in 2006, Kooistra joined the South Dakota Democratic Party.[3]