AGP Executive Report
Last update: 14 minutes agoTransportation & Infrastructure: The South Dakota Transportation Commission approved a nearly $290M bid to replace the Platte-Winner Bridge, with Ames Construction’s $289.99M price coming in about $40M above the state’s estimate. Public Safety & Policy: Seven Republican state attorneys general, including South Dakota AG Marty Jackley, urged the Surface Transportation Board to reject Union Pacific’s $85B Norfolk Southern deal, arguing it won’t deliver enough public competitive benefits. Local Government & Services: Sioux Falls is making pet licensing easier by partnering with DocuPet for online registration, while ending pet-license sales through local veterinary clinics. Education & Workforce: South Dakota’s public school teachers rank low nationally on pay, and a new discussion points to the mismatch between wages and local cost of living as a driver of shortages. Ag & Trade: South Dakota leaders at a Midwest agriculture export summit highlighted continued momentum for ethanol policy, including year-round E15 debate, while speakers stressed animal health as the foundation for export access. Community & Health: A Pine Ridge nonprofit is seeking storm-damage donations as it assesses needs and partners for relief. Business & Growth: SDSU Extension added a new livestock production and stewardship field specialist and is rolling out webinars and meetings for producers.
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