Public Vaping Ban Passed in S.D. Amid Some Controversy
On July 1, the use of e-cigarettes or other vaping products will become illegal in almost all South Dakota workplaces and public buildings, including bars, […]
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House Majority Leader Says Boost in Funding Doesn’t Mean All Nursing Homes Will Survive
As legislators return to Pierre Friday for the final day of the 2019 session, some members are saying it was a successful session. House Majority […]
State Legislature to Consider Resolution “Rebuking” Johnson Over Southern Border Emergency Vote
When the South Dakota legislature convenes for the final day on Friday, the Senate State Affairs Committee will take up a resolution: “Rebuking Congressman Dusty […]
Bill Cracks Down on ATM Skimmers
A big initiative of the Independent Community Bankers of South Dakota this year legislatively was achieving approval of House Bill 1050. The legislation, which becomes […]
Regents President Reacts to Intellectual Diversity Bill
Governor Kristi Noem signed HB1087, a bill to increase intellectual diversity on college campuses. The bill directs the Board of Regents to ensure that each […]
Noem Signs Capitol Carry Bill, Law Takes Effect July 1st
Governor Kristi Noem has signed the Capitol carry bill into law. Concealed guns with the proper permits will now be allowed inside the Capitol Building […]
Pipeline Bills Move to Senate Floor
Last-minute legislation designed to cover extraordinary law enforcement costs associated to possible protests of the Keystone X-L pipeline pass the Joint Appropriations Committee Wednesday. Legislators […]
Governor Proposes Bills to Curb Violent Protests Connected to Keystone XL Construction
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem is proposing a couple of bills aimed at heading off any violent protests connected to construction of the Keystone XL […]
Noem Says Industrial Hemp Bill “Gravely Concerns” Her
A bill to legalize industrial hemp production in South Dakota passed out of the Senate Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee last week and is now […]
State Legislature Down to Final Seven Days of this Year’s Session
The South Dakota legislature is down to the final seven days of the main run of this year’s session. Senate Minority Leader Troy Heinert of […]