press releases
Education Savings Accounts: Empowering Parents, Enhancing Education
01/10/2025
In her 2024 Budget Address, Governor Noem announced an educational innovation for the parents and students of South Dakota: Educational Savings Accounts Read more . . .
Working Together for Safer Communities
01/03/2025
January serves as National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, an important time for reflection, awareness, and action. Read more . . .
Flags at Half-Staff at State Capitol in Honor of Former State Supreme Court Justice Robert Amundson
12/31/2024
Today, Governor Kristi Noem ordered that flags be flown at half-staff at the State Capitol from sunrise until sunset on Monday, January 6, 2025 Read more . . .
Flags at Half-Staff at State Capitol in Honor of Former State Legislator Arnold Brown
12/31/2024
Today, Governor Kristi Noem ordered that flags be flown at half-staff at the State Capitol from sunrise until sunset on Saturday, January 4, 2025 Read more . . .
BFM Releases Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
12/31/2024
Today, the Bureau of Finance and Management (BFM) released South Dakota's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for fiscal year 2024. Read more . . .
Flags at Half-Staff in Honor of Former President Jimmy Carter
12/30/2024
Today, Governor Kristi Noem ordered that flags be flown at half-staff at the from sunrise until sunset effective immediately until January 28, 2025 in honor of former President James (Jimmy) Carter Read more . . .
Ring in the New Year
12/27/2024
New Year's means looking ahead. Growing up on my family ranch, we always looked forward to a long year of hard work. After all, calving season wasn't too far in the future. Read more . . .
Through a Child's Eyes
12/21/2024
Every year, I am always blown away by the decorations at the South Dakota State Capitol. Volunteers decorate dozens of trees and decorate the whole Capitol in a theme. Read more . . .
Gov. Noem Appoints Abigail Howard to 3rd Judicial Circuit Court
12/13/2024
Today, Governor Kristi Noem announced the appointment of the Honorable Abigail (Abbey) Howard to the 3rd Judicial Circuit Court. Read more . . .
Hunting Traditions Remain Strong in South Dakota
12/13/2024
The noise of wingbeats flying above the cattails creates instant excitement for my two yellow labs. Ducks start landing in the decoys, and my two oldest sons look up at me with Read more . . .
A Budget for the People
12/06/2024
Our state motto is "Under God, the People Rule." During my time as Governor, I have always kept my budget proposals focused on our people, not government programs. Read more . . .
Gov. Noem to Deliver Budget Address
12/03/2024
Today at 1pm CT, Governor Kristi Noem will deliver the 2024 Budget Address, unveiling her budget proposal for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2025 and Fiscal Year 2026. Read more . . .
Thankful
11/30/2024
The holidays are a wonderful time to spend time together and celebrate traditions as a family. Every family celebrates in their own unique way and develops their own traditions. Read more . . .
Gov. Noem Announces Cornerstones of Government Accountability
11/25/2024
Today, Governor Kristi Noem announced four cornerstones to enhance government accountability in the State of South Dakota. As Read more . . .
Apprenticeships in Action: Celebrating Opportunity
11/22/2024
This year, 2024, marks 10 years of raising awareness and celebrating "National Apprenticeship Week." Read more . . .
Securing Our Homeland
11/16/2024
I love South Dakota. I love our natural beauty – from the rolling plains to the incredible Black Hills, from the Mighty Missouri to the peaceful prairie lakes. Read more . . .
Keeping South Dakota Free
11/08/2024
Just a few days ago, America went to the polls to vote. People in counties, towns & cities, and states across the nation made decisions about what they want their communities to look like moving forwa Read more . . .
A Prayer for Our Nation
11/01/2024
This week, I want to do something just a bit just a bit different. I want to say a prayer for our state and our nation. If you'll join me… Read more . . .
Passing Along Freedom
10/25/2024
Next year, we will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence – America's 250th birthday! Read more . . .
Flags at Half-Staff at State Capitol in Honor of Former State Legislator Dennis Pierson
10/25/2024
Today, Governor Kristi Noem ordered that flags be flown at half-staff at the State Capitol from sunrise until sunset on Saturday, October 26, 2024, in honor of former state legislator Dennis (Denny) Read more . . .
South Dakota: Prosperous and Free
10/18/2024
Over the past several years, South Dakota's economy has consistently been the strongest of any state in the country. Read more . . .
Gov. Noem and Colleagues Urge President Biden to Address IV Fluid Shortage
10/17/2024
Today, Governor Kristi Noem led four fellow Republican governors in urging President Joe Biden to immediately address the shortage of IV fluid as a result of Hurricane Helene damaging the Baxter Inter Read more . . .
Governor Noem and Colleagues Defend "Help Not Harm" Legislation
10/15/2024
Today, Governor Kristi Noem and nine fellow governors submitted an amici curiae brief to the United States Supreme Court for the United States v. Skrmetti case. Read more . . .
ROOSTER!
10/11/2024
There's a call that you'll hear across much of South Dakota over the next several months. It doesn't sound like a bird, though it's all about one. The shout of "ROOSTER!" will ring out in fields and d Read more . . .
Governor Noem Now Accepting Applications for Winter/Spring Interns
10/10/2024
Governor Kristi Noem and her office are now accepting applications for the Winter 2024/Spring 2025 Internship Program. This internship provides students with first-hand experience within state governm Read more . . .
Flags at Half-Staff Statewide for Former U.S. Senator Tim Johnson
10/10/2024
Today, Governor Kristi Noem ordered that flags be flown at half-staff statewide effective immediately in honor of former U.S. Senator Tim Johnson, who passed away Tuesday evening. Read more . . .
South Dakota Leads Nation in Income Growth
10/08/2024
South Dakota once again led the nation in income growth in 2023. Read more . . .
Cyber Place
10/04/2024
South Dakota is a growing state, but we aren't just growing in our more traditional industries like agriculture, tourism, and financial services. In recent years, South Dakota's cybersecurity industry Read more . . .
Flags at Half-Staff at State Capitol in Honor of Former State Legislator Dr. Donald Van Etten
09/30/2024
Today, Governor Kristi Noem ordered that flags be flown at half-staff at the State Capitol from sunrise until sunset on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, in honor of former state legislator Dr. Donald Van Ett Read more . . .
Round 'Em Up
09/27/2024
"There's nothing better for the inside of a man than the outside of a horse." That quote hung on a gate on our family farm and ranch growing up. Read more . . .
Gov. Noem and Colleagues Demand that Sen. Schumer Protect Jewish Americans
09/25/2024
Governor Kristi Noem and 25 fellow Republican governors demanded that U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) pass legislation to protect and show support for Jewish-American communities. Read more . . .
Harvesting Our Own Food Supply
09/20/2024
Growing up on our family farm and ranch, there were two time periods that were busiest: calving season in the spring and harvest in the fall. Read more . . .
Gov. Noem Joins Governors' Coalition for Energy Choice
09/19/2024
Governor Kristi Noem is one of the founding members of the Governor's Coalition for Energy Choice (Coalition). Read more . . .
Gov. Noem and Colleagues Urge NCAA to Fix NIL Settlement
09/17/2024
Today, Governor Kristi Noem and four of her fellow governors urged NCAA President Charlie Baker to restructure its settlement with student athletes on Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) sponsorships to f Read more . . .
Gov. Noem Urges AG Garland to Take Action on Tribal Public Safety
09/16/2024
Today, Governor Kristi Noem wrote to U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland urging him to take action to address public safety on Native American reservations in South Dakota. Read more . . .
The Basics of Education
09/13/2024
As I watch my grandchildren grow and learn, I'm reminded of something that I learned as a young parent: our kids are capable of learning far more (and more quickly) than we realize before we see it fo Read more . . .
Flags at Half-Staff in Honor of Patriot Day
09/11/2024
Governor Kristi Noem has ordered that flags be flown at half-staff statewide from sunrise until sundown on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, in honor of Patriot Day. Read more . . .
Safer Communities
09/06/2024
We recently celebrated the graduation of 20 new law enforcement officers in South Dakota. Read more . . .
Gov. Noem Appoints Dr. Madhu Gottumukkala as BIT Commissioner
09/04/2024
Today, Governor Kristi Noem announced the appointment of Dr. Madhu Gottumukkala as Commissioner of the Bureau of Information and Telecommunications (BIT). Read more . . .
Fairgoing
08/30/2024
Each year, we celebrate the South Dakota State Fair in the days leading up to Labor Day. Things kick off Wednesday and wrap up Monday. Read more . . .
South Dakota Sturdy
08/23/2024
It's back to school time! My kids are all grown up with their school days behind them, and though my grandkids are still young, Miss Addie is starting preschool! Read more . . .
Gov. Noem Appoints Joe Fiala as GOED Commissioner
08/21/2024
Today, Governor Kristi Noem appointed Joe Fiala as the Commissioner of the Governor's Office of Economic Development (GOED). Read more . . .
Flags at Half-Staff Statewide for National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day
08/16/2024
Today, Governor Kristi Noem ordered that flags be flown at half-staff statewide from sunrise until sunset on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, for National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day. Read more . . .
Build the Wall
08/16/2024
"We don't complain about things – we fix them." When my dad taught me that, he was talking about cows, horses, fences, and ranch chores, not the wide-open Southern Border. But Read more . . .
South Dakota Receives Presidential Disaster Declaration after Historic Flooding
08/15/2024
Today, Governor Kristi Noem announced that South Dakota has received a presidential disaster declaration due to the historic 1000-year flooding event that occurred between June 16 and July 8, 2024. Read more . . .
"We Need to Talk"
08/09/2024
Years ago, I lost a dear friend of mine to suicide, and it was fundamentally life changing for me. After that incident, I remember thinking, "I should have done something. I should have said something Read more . . .
Flags at Half-Staff Statewide in Honor of U.S. Army Corporal Robert A. Bartlett
08/08/2024
Today, Governor Kristi Noem ordered that flags be flown at half-staff statewide from sunrise until sunset on Saturday, August 10th, 2024, in honor of U.S. Army Corporal Robert A. Bartlett. Read more . . .
Let Hogs Run Free
08/02/2024
All across South Dakota, you've probably heard the roaring "wild hogs" across our highways and through our towns. Their roars and rumbles send a clear message: the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is back! Read more . . .
Gov. Noem Appoints Judges to the 2nd Judicial Circuit Court
07/30/2024
Today, Governor Kristi Noem announced the appointment of Mandi Mowery, Jeff Clapper, and the Honorable Eric Johnson to the 2nd Judicial Circuit Court. Read more . . .
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