Iowa Hospitals Have Large Impact on Economy

A new report claims Iowa’s health care industry adds $6.2 billion dollars to the state’s economy.

Omaha Hopeful to Become Agribusiness Leader

Omaha hopes to benefit from Nebraska’s strong agricultural sector to become one of the top five agri-business leaders in the world.

Transportation Bill Discussion Continues

The House State Affairs Committee took another run at the transportation bill today.

E Verify Legislation Moves Forward

Late last week the House Judiciary Committee passed out the Legal Workforce Act, a measure that mandates E Verify.

Positive Report From FDA On Milk Residues

An FDA report shows the country’s milk supply is safe and virtually free of drugs.

Nebraska Gas Tax Proposal Supported by Farm Bureau

Nebraska State Senator Jim Smith of Papillion is sponsoring a bill to raise the state gas tax 6 cents a gallon. The intent is for the money to go to funding infrastructure repair and upkeep.

Banks Affected By New Rules

Rules passed under the Dodd-Frank Act passed by Congress aimed at large banking companies are having an impact on smaller banks too.

Transportation Bill Back In Committee

The big transportation bill that South Dakota lawmakers have been kicking around will be back before the House State Affairs Committee again today.

Worries About Lower Revenue Numbers

South Dakota legislators are back in Pierre for the final full week of the 2015 session, and are worrying about fading tax revenues.

South Dakota Revenue Numbers Due

This is the final full week of the 2015 session of the South Dakota legislature, and as usual, there will be a lot of issues for lawmakers before they head home on Friday.