AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoSouth Dakota Politics & Veterans: Gov. Larry Rhoden told the 107th American Legion Convention in Aberdeen that South Dakotans’ “freedom” is tied to service members and highlighted how the state honors veterans, including on bridges statewide. Law Enforcement: The Highway Patrol graduated 13 new troopers, with assignments including Rapid City and Spearfish, plus other placements across the state. Statehouse & Elections: With South Dakota’s gubernatorial runoff still in focus, the week’s coverage also included reminders that absentee voting has started and that the Rhoden–Doeden matchup is shaping up as a first-ever primary runoff. Health Care Funding Watch: Multiple local Medicaid billing reports showed sharp category growth in South Dakota communities, including big jumps in services like pathology/lab, surgery, vision, and dental—useful context for how public dollars are flowing locally. National Policy Spillover: Congress is poised to send a major housing package to President Trump, with Sen. John Thune calling it a push to cut regulatory delays and boost supply.
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