Our state employees help keep South Dakota running.
On this State Employee Appreciation Day, I want to thank all of them for their service and dedication to our great state.
As promised, we will see Biden in court.
SD and five other states have joined together in a lawsuit to challenge Biden's attempt to dismantle Title IX.
Up to a foot of snow & winter storms in the Black Hills — now emerging thunderstorms with potential for hail in eastern SD… SD weather is never boring!
We’re monitoring the situation & will be ready to respond in the case of any emergencies. Stay aware of developing conditions.
This Sunday is Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons Day.
We have taken a lot of steps in recent years to combat this crisis, but there is always more to be done.
We can all make a difference if we continue to work together.
I am proud to recognize May as Jewish-American Heritage Month alongside all 26 of my fellow Republican governors.
We have a long history of supporting Israel, and now more than ever, it’s important we stand in solidarity with the Jewish community.
The experts recognize South Dakota’s economic strength and success.
S&P reaffirmed our AAA credit rating!
Our state is thriving because of the conservative decisions we continue to make.
Governors are Commanders in Chief of our National Guards.
I, along with 52 governors, wrote to Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin to oppose LP480, which disregards governors' authority over the National Guard.
South Dakota has the toughest law in the nation to protect girls’ and women’s sports.
We will defend our laws.
We will preserve fairness for women.
And we will see President Biden in court.
I met with my team to discuss innovative ways to enhance healthcare services for those with developmental disabilities.
It's important we consider their unique needs so we can better use our resources in ways that truly improve their lives.
I have the BEST staff.
This week is Administrative Professionals Appreciation Week... but I appreciate these ladies every day. They are the ones who truly keep my office running.
Thank you for all that you do!
Dr. Mike Barnes is A Program Manager at the McNenny Hatchery.
Mike figures out the best ways to increase production and meet the needs of fish managers. He is the winner of this year's Innovation Award!
Great work, Mike!
Biden's move to pause approvals to new liquified natural gas creates instability and threatens future energy security throughout the world.
I, along with 24 other governors, call on Biden to allow America to retain its global energy advantage.
Tina Jonson, an employment specialist in Rapid City for the Department of Labor and Regulation, is the winner of this year's Service Award!
Tina is passionate about finding a path forward for every individual.
Congratulations, Tina, and thank you for all you do!
It was my honor to present Mark Rath, an engineer at the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources, with the Leadership Award.
Mark is retiring this spring, and I know everyone at DANR will miss his leadership.
Thank you for your service, Mark!
Our state employees keep SD running.
Congratulations to Shaina Smykle, Substance Use Prevention Program Manager with the Department of Social Services, on winning this year’s Safety Award for her work in preventing drug overdoses across our state.
Work like yours is vital!