A bill that was quickly passed by both Houses of the South Dakota legislature, and signed by Governor Dennis Daugaard could lead to more health care options in rural areas.
SB61 allows nurse practitioners and licensed midwives to work more independently.

Representative Jean Hunhoff of Yankton says the change will allow more health professionals to practice in the state…..

Hunhoff says the change may bring more medical help to rural areas…..

Hunhoff says the practitioners will not be directly competing with doctors…..https://soundcloud.com/wnax-radio/jean-hunhoff-228c

Hunhoff, a registered nurse, says the change has been a goal for almost thirty years.