Press Releases

May 16, 2012

Jim Abdnor Death

A statement from Gov. Dennis Daugaard on the death today of former U.S. Sen. Jim Abdnor: Read more . . .

May 16, 2012

South Dakota Continues To Wait For Court Ruling After Exchange Grant Award

The United States Department of Health and Human Services notified the State of South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation today that it has been awarded a $5.9 million grant to continue research into the possibility of a state-run health insurance exchange. The state applied for the grant in March, 2012. Read more . . .

May 14, 2012

Gov. Daugaard Requests Flags at Half-Staff on May 15

President Barack Obama has proclaimed Tuesday, May 15, 2012, as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the period of May 13 through May 19, 2012, as Police Week. Read more . . .

May 11, 2012

Historic Custer State Park Cabin Opened For Second Season

Gov. Dennis Daugaard announced today that Valhalla, a historic cabin in Custer State park, will again be opened to the public for the summer season. Read more . . .

May 09, 2012

Second Season of Governor’s Mansion Tours Begin June

First Lady Linda Daugaard announced today that weekly public tours of the Governor’s Mansion will begin on Wednesday, June 6. Read more . . .

May 09, 2012

First Lady Visits 150 Elementary Schools in Past Year

First Lady Linda Daugaard, as part of her initiative to encourage students to read, will visit her 150th elementary school Thursday when she reads to 3rd, 4th and 5th graders at Howard Elementary School in Howard, S.D. Read more . . .

May 04, 2012

Volga To Be Capital For A Day

Gov. Dennis Daugaard announced today that Volga has been chosen to be South Dakota’s Capital for a Day on June 13. Read more . . .

May 01, 2012

Utility Crossing Work Planned on Jackson Blvd. in Rapid City

Storm sewer and water line utility crossing work planned for Jackson Boulevard at the intersection of Argyle and 32nd Street in Rapid City has been postponed for several days. Read more . . .

Apr 27, 2012

Unemployment Claimants To Undergo Intensive Re-Employment Services

Gov. Dennis Daugaard today announced new efforts by the South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation (DLR) to help get unemployment insurance claimants back to work more quickly. Read more . . .

Apr 20, 2012

Gov. Daugaard, Rep. Noem Oppose Hydroelectric Changes

In advance of a congressional oversight hearing next week on the potential impacts of a Department of Energy (DOE) memorandum suggesting major changes in the federal hydropower system, Gov. Dennis Daugaard and Rep. Kristi Noem are voicing concerns about what those changes will mean for South Dakotans. Read more . . .

Apr 18, 2012

Governor Daugaard Visits Troops in Kuwait, Afghanistan, Meets With Secretary of Defense

Gov. Dennis Daugaard is in Afghanistan today and tomorrow with two other Governors on a Department of Defense trip to meet with National Guard troops from the three states and get a first-hand look at military operations. Read more . . .

Apr 17, 2012

Lieutenant Governor Michels To Take on Half-Time Role

Gov. Dennis Daugaard announced today that Lt. Gov. Matt Michels has moved from a full-time role to a half-time role. The change, being made for personal and family reasons, was effective April 15. Read more . . .

Apr 13, 2012

USS South Dakota

A statement from Gov. Dennis Daugaard in response to today’s U.S. Navy announcement that a new attack submarine will be named the USS South Dakota: Read more . . .

Apr 05, 2012

Governor Appoints Dr. Wharton to SDSTA Board of Directors

Gov. Dennis Daugaard has appointed South Dakota School of Mines President Robert Wharton to the Board of Directors of the South Dakota Science and Technology Authority. Read more . . .

Mar 29, 2012

South Dakota Outpacing Most of the Nation in Personal Income Growth

South Dakotans made more money last year than they did in 2010 and were among the nation’s leaders in income growth. Read more . . .

Mar 28, 2012

Governors Support Lean Finely-Textured Beef

A coalition of governors is joining forces to support the U.S. beef industry and set the record straight about lean finely-textured beef. Read more . . .

Mar 20, 2012

First Lady To Visit 100th Elementary School

First Lady Linda Daugaard, as part of her initiative to encourage students to read, will visit her 100th elementary school Wednesday when she reads to 3rd, 4th and 5th graders at Christian Center Elementary in Sioux Falls. Read more . . .

Mar 16, 2012

Legislation Signed

Governor Daugaard Signs Several Bills Read more . . .

Mar 16, 2012

Veto-SB157

Governor Daugaard Vetoes SB157 Read more . . .

Mar 16, 2012

Veto-HB1248

Governor Daugaard Vetoes HB1248 Read more . . .

Mar 16, 2012

Veto-HB1228

Governor Daugaard Vetoes HB1228 Read more . . .

Mar 16, 2012

Final Bills

Governor Daugaard Signs Final Bills Read more . . .

Mar 13, 2012

Governor Signs Teacher Bonus Legislation

Gov. Dennis Daugaard today signed HB1234, legislation he offered to reward teachers for excellence and attract more talented young people into teaching disciplines in critical areas of education. Read more . . .

Mar 12, 2012

Bills Signed

Governor Daugaard Signs Several More Bills Read more . . .

Mar 12, 2012

Governor Daugaard Issues Style-and-Form, Line-Item Vetoes

Gov. Dennis Daugaard has issued a style-and-form veto of SB194 and a line-item veto of HB1058. Read more . . .

Mar 07, 2012

Governor's statement on HB1234

A statement from Gov. Dennis Daugaard on a decision by the South Dakota Education Association to attempt referral of HB1234, the Governor’s education reform proposal: Read more . . .

Mar 05, 2012

Governor's Internships

Gov. Dennis Daugaard is currently accepting applications for a fall 2012 Governor’s Office Internship in Pierre. Read more . . .

Mar 02, 2012

Head of Information and Telecommunications Leaving State Government

Gov. Dennis Daugaard announced today that Dom Bianco, commissioner of the state Bureau of Information and Telecommunications (BIT), is resigning from that position due to health and family issues. Read more . . .

Mar 02, 2012

Governor Daugaard Signs Several Bills

Governor Daugaard Signs Several Bills Today Read more . . .

Mar 01, 2012

Governor Daugaard Signs Several More Bills

Governor Daugaard Signs Several More Bills Read more . . .

Feb 29, 2012

Governor Daugaard Signs Several More Bills

Gov. Dennis Daugaard has signed several legislative bills: Read more . . .

Feb 28, 2012

Governor Signs Legislation

Gov. Dennis Daugaard signed two legislative bills today: Read more . . .

Feb 24, 2012

A column from Gov. Dennis Daugaard

Strengthening Rural Health in South Dakota Read more . . .

Feb 23, 2012

Governor Daugaard Signs Several More Bills

Gov. Dennis Daugaard has signed the following legislative bills: Read more . . .

Feb 22, 2012

Legislation Signed

Governor Daugaard Signs More Bills Read more . . .

Feb 14, 2012

Governor Signs Bills

Governor Daugaard Signs 21 More Bills Read more . . .

Feb 10, 2012

Governor Daugaard Pushes for New Dairy Development

Gov. Dennis Daugaard announced today a strong push to further develop the dairy industry in South Dakota. Read more . . .

Feb 10, 2012

Federal Grant Coming For New Veterans’ Home

The State of South Dakota has been notified that federal grant funding will be made available to build a new state veterans’ home in Hot Springs. South Dakota’s application was selected for approval from a long list of projects submitted to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Read more . . .

Feb 08, 2012

Legislators, Governor Reach Agreement on Amendments to Education Reform Bill

Legislative leaders and Gov. Dennis Daugaard have agreed to a package of amendments to HB 1234, the education reform bill that the Governor proposed earlier this year. Read more . . .

Feb 08, 2012

Governor Daugaard Signs Initial Legislation

The first legislative bill signed this year by Gov. Dennis Daugaard was HB1014, which prohibits false statements when applying for certain business or agricultural loans and grants from state government. Read more . . .

Feb 08, 2012

Gov. Daugaard Asks For Flags At Half-Staff To Honor Former Sen. Andera

Gov. Dennis Daugaard requests that all flags in the state be flown at half-staff on Friday, Feb. 10, from 8 a.m. until sunset, in honor of former state Sen. Leonard E. Andera of Chamberlain, who died Tuesday. Read more . . .

Feb 08, 2012

Governor Appoints Two Lottery Commissioners

Gov. Dennis Daugaard has appointed Roger Novotny and Brent Dykstra, both of Fort Pierre, to the South Dakota Lottery Commission. Read more . . .

Feb 07, 2012

Burke Man Named To GFP Commission

Gov. Dennis Daugaard has appointed Burke farmer Bill Cerny to the South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks Commission. Read more . . .

Feb 06, 2012

Gov. Daugaard Names Patricia DeVaney As Sixth Circuit Judge

Gov. Dennis Daugaard announced today that he will appoint Patricia DeVaney as a circuit judge in South Dakota’s Sixth Judicial Circuit. Read more . . .

Feb 01, 2012

Rapid City Man To Join State Parole Board

Gov. Dennis Daugaard has appointed Bill Grode of Rapid City to the South Dakota Board of Pardons and Paroles. Read more . . .

Feb 01, 2012

A column from Gov. Dennis Daugaard

In my Jan. 10 State of the State address, I proposed $3,500 bonuses to middle and high school math and science teachers, beginning in the 2013-2014 school year. The proposal attempts to address challenges faced in South Dakota. Read more . . .

Jan 30, 2012

New Manufacturing Training To Be Added At Mitchell Technical Institute

The South Dakota Board of Education has approved a new Welding and Manufacturing Technology program for Mitchell Technical Institute (MTI). Read more . . .

Jan 27, 2012

Investing in Teachers

In my Jan. 10, State of the State presentation, I described my proposal to give our best teachers better pay based on the achievement of their students. My plan provides bonuses for the best, while continuing support to all teachers’ regular salaries, to provide rewards for inspiring success in our students. Read more . . .

Jan 27, 2012

Governor Appoints Game, Fish and Parks Commissioner

Gov. Dennis Daugaard has appointed Sioux Falls businessman Duane Sather to the South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks Commission. Read more . . .

Jan 24, 2012

Prostrollo Appointed To Board of Economic Development

Gov. Dennis Daugaard has appointed Madison businessman Pat Prostrollo to the South Dakota Board of Economic Development. Read more . . .