South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem proposed over one billion dollars in one time spending in her budget released this week.
She also wants to give state employees, teachers, and health care providers a six percent raise.

Representative Ryan Cwach of Yankton says the budget will spark a major debate….

Cwach says it’s a critical issue for finding and keeping state employees….

Cwach says the increased pay is a needed investment….

The main run of the 2022 session starts January 11th.