Transparency in local government matters! Proud to sponsor SB 74, ensuring local bodies review SD’s open meeting laws annually. A well-informed government is an accountable one! 📜✅ 📷 Gov. Rhoden signing SB 74 into law.

South Dakota can’t afford to ignore the child care crisis. As chair of the statewide task force, I’ve seen how it impacts families, businesses, and our workforce. We’ve started the work — now we must keep going. 📰 southdakotasearchlight.com/2025/03/20/sou…

Awesome jobs South Dakota State Jackrabbits

Don’t believe the attack ads. The 340B program is a lifeline for rural healthcare. Sen. Tim Reed’s SB 154 ensures savings stay local to support hospitals, pharmacies & patients—not pharma profits. brookingsregister.com/stories/340b-p…

I voted NO on HB 1169 and support Governor Larry Rhoden’s veto. The bill would’ve added new barriers to citizen-led amendments and measures—and it’s likely unconstitutional. thedakotascout.com/p/gov-larry-rh…

Proud to be the prime sponsor of SB 171, now signed into law by Governor Larry Rhoden This adds questions to the seller’s disclosure form about whether a home is in a designated historical district or is a historic property—info buyers deserve to know.

My comments after we adjourned sine die yesterday, sdpb.org/politics/2025-…

Lt. Gov. Tony Venhuizen Lt. Gov. Tony Venhuizen gavels out the 100th South Dakota Legislative Session. Honored to be part of this historic milestone!

Good to see Matt and Kayla Klein and SD State Senator Tim Reed. We discussed the importance of extending the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act which would keep the increased child tax credit intact and save South Dakotans from a tax hike of over $2,400 next year.

Today Rep. Heermann and I presented a legislative commemoration to Brookings Fire Chief Pete Bolzer, honoring his 45+ years of service. Pete’s leadership and dedication have made a lasting impact on our community. Congratulations on your retirement, Chief!

Proud to have been the prime sponsor of the bill ensuring South Dakota’s rape kits are properly funded. Grateful to Taylor Rehfeldt for carrying it in the House. There’s more work ahead to strengthen the entire forensic exam process. publicnewsservice.org/2025-06-30/chi…

South Dakota’s EMS system is under pressure—and the Legislature is working to respond. As co-chair of the EMS Interim Committee, I’m committed to finding real, sustainable solutions. Our rural communities depend on it southdakotasearchlight.com/2025/07/02/law…

🇺🇸 Enjoy your big day! Honestly...

Fun walking the Uncle Sam Jam Parade with Rep. Mellissa J Heermann! 🇺🇸 Wishing everyone a safe & fun 4th of July as we celebrate the USA!

Proud to prime sponsor SB 74, highlighted by @DakotaScoutNews, requiring annual review of open meetings laws. Also carried HB 1059 in the Senate. Great teamwork with Rep. Mary Fitzgerald! Representative Mary Fitzgerald District 31 House thedakotascout.com/p/attorney-gen…

South Dakota's EMS system is under pressure. At our 2nd EMS Interim Committee mtg, we heard how staffing gaps, financial strain & lack of clarity on nurses’ roles are threatening rural response. sdpb.org/healthcare/202…

thedakotascout.com/p/south-dakota… Brookings just became a news desert. The sudden closure of the Brookings Register isn’t just about losing headlines—it’s about losing a key safeguard for democracy.

Honored to serve on SD’s America’s 250th Celebration Commission. I’ve proposed opening the 2026 legislative session with a joint reading of the Declaration of Independence by a Thomas Jefferson impersonator.

Thanks for your leadership Taylor Rehfeldt ! I’m proud to co-sponsor the bill.

Yesterday I spoke on the Senate floor in support of funding a new state prison. Now the work begins to build a modern facility that keeps staff and inmates safe and provides opportunities to reduce recidivism and strengthen public safety across South Dakota.