press releases
Gov. Rhoden Expands Drought Mitigation Strategies
08/18/2026
Today, Governor Larry Rhoden signed Executive Order 2026-10 to expand assistance to South Dakotans during this drought emergency. Read more . . .
Gov. Rhoden's Investment in Southeast Tech Students Takes Shape
08/14/2026
Today, Governor Larry Rhoden's investment in Southeast Technical College students came to fruition with the groundbreaking of the school's new James Abdnor Center. Read more . . .
Flags at Half-Staff at State Capitol in Honor of Dave Volk
08/11/2026
Today, Governor Larry Rhoden ordered that flags be flown at half-staff at the State Capitol from sunrise until sunset on Thursday, August 13, 2026. Read more . . .
Gov. Rhoden Advances National Security Through GRIT Task Force
08/11/2026
Today, Governor Larry Rhoden advanced national security as South Dakota's next big industry by granting a $500,000 Future Fund award to the South Dakota Department of the Military. Read more . . .
Flags at Half-Staff at State Capitol in Honor of Michael Saba
08/07/2026
Today, Governor Larry Rhoden ordered that flags be flown at half-staff at the State Capitol from sunrise until sunset on Saturday, August 8, 2026. Read more . . .
The Rumble of Freedom
08/07/2026
Hear that rumble? It's been growing in pitch for a couple weeks now. Read more . . .
Gov. Rhoden to Attend Governor Noem Statue Unveiling
08/06/2026
Tomorrow, Governor Larry Rhoden will attend the statue unveiling of Governor Kristi Noem, the 33rd Governor of South Dakota. Read more . . .
Governor Rhoden Announces Appointments to South Dakota Defense Institute Board
08/06/2026
Today, Governor Larry Rhoden announced the appointment of the remaining six voting members of the inaugural South Dakota Defense Institute (SDDI) Board of Directors. Read more . . .
Gov. Rhoden Announces Support for New Rapid City Industrial Park
08/04/2026
Today, Governor Larry Rhoden announced support for Elevate Rapid City's development of a new business and industrial park in Rapid City with a $1 million award from the Future Fund. Read more . . .
Gov. Rhoden Announces Investment in Mitchell Business and Industrial Park
07/31/2026
Today, Governor Larry Rhoden announced support for a new business and industrial park in Mitchell with a $1 million award from the Future Fund. Read more . . .
Governor and Grandpa
07/31/2026
Our family recently welcomed our tenth grandchild. There's nothing like being surrounded by my children while watching their own children grow. Read more . . .
Gov. Rhoden and Colleagues Support SAVE Act
07/29/2026
Today, Governor Larry Rhoden and 22 fellow Republican governors sent a letter to President Donald J. Trump, supporting his call for the United States Senate to pass the SAVE Act. Read more . . .
Gov. Rhoden and Colleagues Request Inclusion of All Students in Trump's School Choice Initiative
07/28/2026
Governor Larry Rhoden and the America First Policy Institute's Governors' Council sent a letter to the US Department of the Treasury. Read more . . .
Gov. Rhoden Requests Presidential Disaster Declaration after Historic Storms
07/27/2026
Today, Governor Larry Rhoden formally requested a presidential major disaster declaration for eight South Dakota counties and two reservations. Read more . . .
Gov. Rhoden and DOE Secure Education Funding Flexibility
07/24/2026
Today, Gov. Rhoden and the South Dakota Department of Education (DOE) secured approval from the Trump Administration to offer Education Flexibility (Ed-Flex) waivers. Read more . . .
Building a Legacy
07/24/2026
Since the day I took office, I have challenged everyone in my administration to focus on keeping South Dakota strong, safe, and free. Read more . . .
Gov. Rhoden Awards Rural Health Transformation Project Grants
07/23/2026
Governor Larry Rhoden awarded 28 Rural Strong grants totaling $31.5 million as part of the Rural Health Transformation Program. Read more . . .
Gov. Rhoden Signs Executive Order to Increase Flexibility for Hay Hauling
07/20/2026
Today, Governor Larry Rhoden signed Executive Order 2026-08 to assist agriculture producers during this drought emergency by easing transportation restrictions. Read more . . .
Gov. Rhoden Mourns Loss of Denny Sanford
07/18/2026
Today, Governor Larry Rhoden mourned the loss of businessman and philanthropist T. Denny Sanford. Read more . . .
Soaring Higher
07/17/2026
America 250 is a great time to reflect on who we are and what we have fought to build and keep for so long. Read more . . .
Gov. Rhoden Statement on Mayday Health v. Rhoden Injunction
07/17/2026
Today, Governor Larry Rhoden issued a statement on the U.S. District Court's preliminary injunction in the Mayday Health v. Rhoden lawsuit. Read more . . .
Flags at Half-Staff in Honor of Senator Lindsey Graham
07/13/2026
Today, Governor Larry Rhoden ordered that flags be flown at half-staff statewide effective immediately as a mark of respect for the memory of Senator Lindsey Graham. Read more . . .
South Dakota Ends Fiscal Year with $69 Million Surplus
07/13/2026
Today, Governor Larry Rhoden announced South Dakota closed the state fiscal year 2026 budget with a surplus of $69 million. Read more . . .
Responding to Devastation
07/10/2026
Natural disasters are devastating, but they also provide opportunities for our state to show what we are made of. Read more . . .
Gov. Rhoden Cuts Ribbon on New Women's Prison
07/10/2026
Today, Governor Larry Rhoden cut a "ribbon" of razor wire to signal the completion of construction on the new Women's Correctional Facility in Rapid City. Read more . . .
Gov. Rhoden to Cut Ribbon on New Women's Prison
07/09/2026
Tomorrow, Governor Larry Rhoden will cut the ribbon on the new women's prison in Rapid City. Read more . . .
Gov. Rhoden Receives Funding from Trump Administration for ICE Support
07/07/2026
Today, Governor Larry Rhoden announced that the Trump Administration has provided $150,418 to the South Dakota Highway Patrol (SDHP) for SDHP's 287(g) agreement with ICE. Read more . . .
Two Hundred and Fifty Years of Freedom
07/03/2026
Here in South Dakota, we still honor America, our freedoms, and our Founding Fathers. Read more . . .
Largest Property Tax Cut Takes Effect
07/01/2026
Today, Governor Rhoden's property tax cut, which delivers the largest property tax cut in South Dakota history, goes into effect. Read more . . .
Bill to Defend Freedom to Worship to Take Effect
06/30/2026
On July 1st, Governor Larry Rhoden's bill to defend the freedom to worship, SB 113, will go into effect. Read more . . .
Gov. Rhoden Declares State of Emergency
06/30/2026
Today, Governor Larry Rhoden has declared a state of emergency for the counties impacted by the June 29, 2026, severe storms that caused significant damage across portions of central South Dakota. Read more . . .
Pro-Second Amendment Bill to Take Effect
06/29/2026
On July 1st, Governor Larry Rhoden's bill to deregulate suppressors and protect the 2nd Amendment will go into effect. Read more . . .
Gov. Rhoden Responds to Devastating Thunderstorm
06/29/2026
Today, Governor Larry Rhoden deployed resources to Highmore, SD, to assist the small town as it cleans up from a devastating thunderstorm. Read more . . .
Gov. Rhoden's Anti-Doxxing Bills to Take Effect
06/26/2026
On July 1st, Governor Larry Rhoden's anti-doxxing bills, HB 1084 and HB 1298, will take effect. Read more . . .
Forged in Fire
06/26/2026
One of my favorite pastimes is welding. I've welded thousands of custom branding irons over the years. Read more . . .
Gov. Rhoden Appoints Cassidy Stalley as Seventh Circuit Judge
06/25/2026
Today, Governor Larry Rhoden announced the appointment of Cassidy Stalley as a circuit judge in the Seventh Circuit. Read more . . .
Gov. Rhoden Welcomes President Trump to Rushmore Fireworks!
06/25/2026
Today, President Donald J. Trump announced his attendance at the America 250 Mount Rushmore Fireworks Celebration. Read more . . .
Cell-Cultured Protein Moratorium to Take Effect
06/24/2026
On July 1st, Governor Larry Rhoden's five-year moratorium on cell-cultured protein, SB 124, will take effect. Read more . . .
Gov. Rhoden to Host Governor's Ag Summit
06/24/2026
Tomorrow, Governor Larry Rhoden will host the 2026 Governor's Agricultural Summit (Ag Summit). Read more . . .
Pro-Life Education in Schools Approved by Board of Ed Standards
06/23/2026
Yesterday, education on prenatal growth and development was unanimously approved for implementation in schools by the Board of Education Standards (BOES). Read more . . .
National Security for the Next Generation
06/19/2026
Engaging with the next generation keeps me focused on what's important: South Dakota's future. Read more . . .
S&P Reaffirms South Dakota's AAA Credit Rating
06/16/2026
Today, S&P Global Rating reaffirmed South Dakota's AAA credit rating, and Governor Larry Rhoden celebrated this great news. Read more . . .
Salute to Sound Structure
06/12/2026
A few times a year, folks in Pierre wake up for morning walks through Hilger's Gulch to a sea of Old Glory that seems to have magically appeared. Read more . . .
Gov. Rhoden Pledges Participation in Trump Accounts for Foster Youth
06/11/2026
Today, Governor Larry Rhoden announced a commitment to support First Lady Melania Trump's efforts to strengthen the well-being of foster youth. Read more . . .
Gov. Rhoden Now Accepting Applications for Fall Interns
06/09/2026
Governor Larry Rhoden and his office are now accepting applications for the Fall 2026 Internship Program. Read more . . .
The 605 Way
06/05/2026
South Dakota's legacy is rich. Our way of life was forged by resilient homesteaders, and we've become a beacon to the nation through the hard work and steadfast faith of our people. Read more . . .
Gov. Rhoden and Colleagues Urge Congress to Enact Secure America Act
06/02/2026
Today, Governor Larry Rhoden and 22 fellow Republican governors called on Congress to enact The Secure America Act. Read more . . .
Gov. Rhoden Announces Neal Nachtigall as BIT Commissioner
05/29/2026
Today, Governor Larry Rhoden announced that Neal Nachtigall will serve as the new Bureau of Information and Technology (BIT) Commissioner. Read more . . .
The People Rule
05/29/2026
"Under God, the People Rule" is much more than a slogan in South Dakota. It's how our government operates. Read more . . .
Gov. Rhoden and GFP Kick-Off Blue Dog State Fish Hatchery Fundraising
05/26/2026
Today, Governor Larry Rhoden and the South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) announced a fundraising campaign to support Blue Dog State Fish Hatchery. Read more . . .
