Tim Reed

Lack of funding is a growing concern for first responders nation wide and in South Dakota. Local lawmakers are studying the issue, but what some say is the most obvious solution is a political non-starter.

An interim study committee examining the critical issues impacting Emergency Medical Services in South Dakota held its first meeting in Pierre this week.

AbbVie, a Chicago-based drug manufacturer, is suing the state of South Dakota, claiming a bill signed to law hinders its ability to have a free market.

Veto day on March 31 marked the formal end of the 100th South Dakota legislative session. Now, lawmakers are looking back on the year, and forward with their priorities.

A resolution asking voters to change the percentage a constitutional amendment must receive in a general election from 50% to 60% is approved by the Legislature.

Lawmakers passed a proposal making child care employees eligible for child care assistance.

A Senate committee kills a bill legalizing the shipment of distilled spirits direct to consumers.

A bill adding questions about historical property to a seller’s disclosure statement passes committee.

The hotly debated SB23, which would establish a mandate for publishing results of nomination petitions, advanced from the Senate Monday.

South Dakota lawmakers are advancing a bill aiming to strengthen transparency in public meetings.