Bethany Soye

Bethany Soye is an American attorney and politician serving as a member of the South [Dakota House of Representatives] from the 9th district. Elected in November 2020, she assumed office on January 12, 2021.

Early life and education

Soye was born in Chadron, Nebraska. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration from North Central University, followed by a joint Master of Public Policy and Juris Doctor from the College of William & Mary.

Career

Soye works as a financial compliance attorney at MetaBank. She was previously a legal intern in the United [States Department of Justice] and served as a law clerk in the office of Senator Ted Cruz. She was also a judicial extern for the Supreme Court of Virginia. For two years, she was also a research assistant at the National Center for State Courts. Soye was elected to the South Dakota [House of Representatives] in November 2021 and assumed office on January 12, 2021.