James E. Putnam (born April 18, 1940) was an American politician in the state of South Dakota. He was a member of the South Dakota House of Representatives and South Dakota State Senate.[1] He was Majority Whip of the House from 1993 to 1996.[2]

Jim Putnam
Member of the South Dakota Senate
from the 19th district
In office
2001–2002
Preceded byFrank Kloucek
Succeeded byFrank Kloucek
In office
2011–2012
Preceded byFrank Kloucek
Succeeded byBill Van Gerpen
Member of the South Dakota House of Representatives
from the 18th district
In office
1987–2000
In office
2003–2010
Personal details
Born (1940-04-18) April 18, 1940 (age 84)
Armour, South Dakota
Political partyRepublican
Residence(s)Armour, South Dakota
ProfessionPromotional sales, farmer

References

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  1. ^ James E. 'Jim' Putnam Archived 2016-04-16 at the Wayback Machine South Dakota Legislature Retrieved October 4, 2014.
  2. ^ Legislative Manual, South Dakota Secretary of State, 2003. p.55.