Lawmakers Push To Make Reduced Temporary Sales Tax Rate Permanent
(Pierre, SD) — Lawmakers in the state Senate are pushing to make a reduced temporary sales tax rate permanent. A bill to fix the rate at four-point-two percent was filed on Thursday. The bill would drop the
Lawmakers Trade Jabs Over Future Of AI Data Centers
(Pierre, SD) — A bill that bans data centers from receiving tax exemptions is causing a stir in Pierre. Speaker of the House Jon Hansen and Senator Chris Karr filed the bill but a competing bill was
Senate Passes Bill To Provide Utilities Protection During Wildfires
(Pierre, SD) — State senators are passing a bill to protect utility providers against wildfire lawsuits. The bill requires providers to file wildfire mitigation plans with the South Dakota Public Utilities Commission. Those who file lawsuits against
Attorney General’s Bill On Drugs In Prison Approved By Senate
(Pierre, SD) — Legislation from Attorney General Marty Jackley to keep drugs out of prison is moving forward. The bill was voted through the Senate in a 26-to-seven vote on Thursday. It will now move on to
Rural Mainstreet Index Records Highest Reading Since July 2023
OMAHA, Nebraska (January 15, 2026) – The overall Rural Mainstreet Index (RMI) climbed above growth neutral 50.0 for January, according to the latest monthly survey of bank CEOs in rural areas of a 10-state region dependent on agriculture
Ag Equipment Makers Cautious as Farm Income Pressures Persist
Agricultural equipment manufacturers are striking a cautious tone as prolonged pressure on farm income continues to weigh on demand for new machinery across much of the Corn Belt and Plains. Lower crop prices and tighter operating margins