Governor Rhoden signs six agriculture bills, implements tax relief measures

On National Agriculture Day, South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden signed six agriculture bills aimed at supporting the state's farming community. The legislation includes updates to the Animal Industry Board, modifications to fees for concentrated animal feeding operations, and changes to agricultural processor's lien requirements. Additionally, Rhoden highlighted his commitment to agriculture by stating, "Ag is king in South Dakota" and emphasizing the importance of these bills for local producers. This legislative session saw Rhoden signing a total of 142 bills, underscoring his active governance. Meanwhile, Rhoden also recently enacted a property tax relief bill that caps increases in residential assessments, reflecting his administration's focus on easing financial burdens for residents. He indicated plans for further proposals to address local government funding issues related to property taxes.