by jmason | Mar 31, 2026 | Politics
The 2026 legislative session in South Dakota concluded this week, leaving a notable mark on the state’s policy landscape. On Monday, the South Dakota legislature debated two contentious bills that had been vetoed by Governor Larry Rhoden alongside a critical...
by jmason | Mar 31, 2026 | Politics
South Dakota House Sustains Governor’s Vetoes and Approves Crucial Dam FundingRAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) – As the South Dakota legislature concluded its 101st session, two pressing issues remained unresolved due to vetoes sustained by the House. On the other hand,...
by jmason | Mar 30, 2026 | Politics
RAPID CITY, S.D. — In a pivotal legislative move, the Joint Committee on Appropriations of South Dakota advanced four critical letters of intent on Veto Day, culminating the legislative session of 2026. These letters highlight a range of essential concerns for the...
by jmason | Mar 27, 2026 | Politics
Trump Administration Grants Year-Round E15 Waiver: A Boon for South Dakota Farmers PIERRE, S.D. — In a landmark decision for the agricultural community of South Dakota and beyond, the Trump administration has approved a request from Governor Larry Rhoden, alongside...
by jmason | Mar 27, 2026 | Politics
In an important move echoing nationwide debates on election integrity, South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden signed six pivotal election-related bills on March 26. Central to this legislative suite is the South Dakota SAVE Act, a law mandating newly registered voters to...
by jmason | Mar 25, 2026 | Politics
In a significant move resonating across the cornfields and sprawling landscapes of South Dakota, Governor Larry Rhoden recently exercised his veto power against a proposed legislative measure, House Bill 1138, aimed at regulating non-medical home care agencies. This...
