Jean Hunhoff

State lawmakers are passing a $7.3 billion budget. It’s one of lawmakers' constitutional requirements and they're proud of several items contained in it.

State lawmakers are heading into the final week of legislative session. There are a few outstanding topics lawmakers have left to consider.

Many of South Dakota’s nursing facilities contend with mid-century infrastructure and a chronic lack of staff. With some on the verge of closing, some lawmakers say consolidation is the path forward.

The State Study Committee on Sustainable Models for Long Term Care met with multiple health organizations in the state to develop a list for legislative consideration.

The South Dakota Department of Health says “prenatal care deserts” are contributing to a rise in the state’s infant mortality rate.

Medicaid is in a constant state of flux – especially as lawmakers continue to tangle with the repercussions of expansion. The legislative study group focused on long term care wants to assess the process for applicants in South Dakota.

Rural nursing homes are the subject of sustainability questions across the nation – and South Dakota is no different. During this summer’s rules review, finance practices were the focus.

Lawmakers grilled Game, Fish, and Parks over the decision to expand waterfowl hunting for nonresidents.

The South Dakota Legislature is studying long-term care this summer. Sen. Hunhoff joins In the Moment to discuss the history and challenges behind the crisis.

There is a definite teacher shortage in South Dakota right now. Lawmakers have approved a proposal making it easier for schools to issue permits to student teachers, potentially retaining more of the state’s educators.