State legislature faces deadlines, new revenue estimates and policy decisions
This week multiple legislative proposals were heard and discussed that have a direct impact on health care providers’ efforts to provide quality, affordable health...
State financial outlook improves; tax collections increase
The Joint Appropriations Committee (JCA) on Tuesday revised revenue targets that direct state spending levels for the current budget year, FY 2018, and for...
South Dakota legislature wraps up fifth week
The 93rd session of the South Dakota legislature has reached its midway point and is busy with committee meetings and floor sessions to tackle...
State legislative session reaches 17-year record for number of bills filed
The 93rd Session of the South Dakota Legislature is midway through its fifth week. When the deadline for bill submissions was reached, there were...
First legislative coffee held in Sioux Falls
The first legislative coffee of the season was held in Sioux Falls on Feb. 2 featuring Rep. Steven Haugaard from District 10, Rep. Larry...
SD Legislature moves into high gear
It is full speed ahead at the South Dakota legislature. As of this morning, 529 bills have been introduced. The Council on Public Policy...
Flu is widespread nationwide, claims lives of 37 children
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has classified the flu as “widespread” in all but one state - Hawaii - however, it has remained...
SD Legislature moves into high gear; opposition to SB 87 strengthens
It is full speed ahead at the South Dakota legislature. As of this morning, 445 bills have been introduced. The Council on Public Policy...
South Dakota legislative pace quickens
As the South Dakota Legislature completes its third week, there is a definite increase in the number and pace of bills being introduced. As...
SD DOH seeking applications for cancer program grants
The South Dakota Department of Health is soliciting grant applications that support the 2015-2020 South Dakota Cancer Plan.
Applications should focus on evidence-based intervention implementation...
