Linda Duba (born August 24, 1956) is an American politician and educator based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
She serves in the South Dakota lower house as one of the Democratic representatives of the 15th District along with Jamie Smith.
Her district covers the northern part of Sioux Falls including the Downtown, Whittier, Cathedral, Terrace park, West 10th Street, and Garfield neighborhoods.
She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Education and Recreation/Athletic Training from South Dakota State University in 1978.
[3] Duba began her professional career as a teacher and coach for the Sioux Falls school district from 1978 to 1979.
Her main focuses include improving the mental and physical health of South Dakotas and protecting and enhancing education at all levels from Pre-K to College.
[4] Duba believes in body autonomy and the right for a woman to have an abortion, especially in cases of rape and incest.
She sponsored numerous bills to improve the relationship between the Bureau of Indian Affairs and South Dakota's state government.
Duba also sponsored a bill to incorporate the Oceti Sakowin Essential Understandings into the state social studies curriculum.
She sponsored a bill during the 2022 session to also investigate soldiers awarded the Medal of Honor for the Wounded Knee Massacre of 1890.