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Legislators Talking About Extra Money

Legislators Talking About Extra Money

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South Dakota legislators are back in Pierre, ready to settle into their schedule routine.

Representative Ryan Cwach of Yankton says the one issue he has heard a lot of talk about is the one time money they have to work with…

Governor Kristi Noem has proposed using a big chunk for needs-based scholarships. Cwach, a democrat, says some universities are left out…..

Cwach says he does support some of the other spending in the Governors proposal…

Legislators have until January 28th for unlimited bill introductions.

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