Schools Figuring in State Aid Increase

South Dakota schools will see a two-point four percent increase in state aid for next year.

Fast Legislative Learning Curve

Turnover every two years brings new members to the South Dakota legislature.

Meat On The Menu Day Proclaimed In Nebraska

On Monday, Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts signed a proclamation declaring March 20 of 2021 as MEAT ON THE MENU Day…

Life Sentence Parole Bill Defeated

District 17 Senator Art Rusch of Vermillion began his fourth and final term in the Senate with the 2021 session.

SD Businesses Could Be Hurt by “Bad Bill”

While the South Dakota legislature was able to use a lot of one-time money to fund some long needed projects, progress could be halted due to other actions taken by lawmakers.

Pork And Soybean Lobbyist Says Ag Benefitted From 2021 SD Legislative Session

South Dakota state legislators will finish off their 2021 session on March 29 when they return for their final day…

ICON Calling For Fixes To Brand Reform Bill

The Independent Cattlemen of Nebraska are asking for some changes to LB 572, the Brand Reform Bill that’s now been…

Iowa Dairy Executive Says Immigration Reform Bill Needs To Be Approved

The U.S. House is expected to take up a pair of bills dealing with immigration reform this week. Iowa State…

Counties to Share Funding Under the “American Rescue Plan”

The one point nine trillion dollar, “American Rescue Plan” just signed by President Biden will provide direct payments to many local governments.

Staying With the Face Mask Mandate

Several cities that had face mask mandates, including Yankton and Sioux Falls have rolled them back as Covid-19 infection numbers drop.