AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoObamacare Refunds: The White House says nearly 1 million Americans in 30 states will get $500 checks starting in October, tied to alleged Biden “user fee” overcharges on Healthcare.gov plans, including South Dakota. Mail-In Voting Fight: South Dakota’s U.S. House candidates clash over Trump-backed mail-in voting restrictions, while GOP election officials (including South Dakota’s) urge the Supreme Court to block the USPS rule from taking effect this November. State Politics & Pay: A new report says South Dakota legislators could see a 4% pay bump in January, sparking fresh debate over lawmakers’ self-interest. Legislative Access: High school students can apply to be legislative pages for the 2027 session, with $55 per day and committee and floor duties. Courts & Voting Rules: South Dakota’s voter registration law requiring new voters to prove citizenship is back in court, with the AG set to defend it. Higher Ed Numbers: Board of Regents data shows system enrollment down 294 students, with fewer undergrads and international students. Public Safety & Corrections: Groundbreaking for a new $600M penitentiary targets 2029, but inmates warn culture and reentry support can’t wait.
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