title: Chris Karr
text: # Chris Karr
  
  Chris Karr is an American businessman and politician serving as a member of the South Dakota House of Representatives from the 11th district. Karr assumed office on January 10, 2017.
  
  ## Early life and education
  
  Karr is a native of Tabor, South Dakota. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business economics from South Dakota State University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of South Dakota.
  
  ## Career
  
  Karr has operated a small business in Sioux Falls, South Dakota and also worked as a Certified Valuation Analyst. A member of the Republican Party, Karr serves as one of five Majority Whips in the South Dakota House of Representatives.
  
  