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Stay up-to-date on federal and state legislative activities. Learn how AARP is fighting for you in Washington D.C. and right here at home.
As a wise friend and fierce defender, AARP South Dakota maintains a presence in Pierre during the annual legislative session to keep an eye on issues that are important to South Dakotans 50-plus and their families.
Recent voting changes in South DakotaStarting in 2026, a new state law changes how and when municipal elections are held in South Dakota.
Livability means different things to different people — but basically, it means an environment that supports people of all ages, abilities, and income levels.
A new AARP survey, released in conjunction with Social Security’s 90th anniversary, confirms that Americans highly value Social Security, and even more so than five years ago.
AARP state offices across the U.S. are planning events to both commemorate Social Security's birthday and to advocate for its future.
Applications are now open for South Dakota's property tax refund program.
It seems like we were just at the Capitol for our Lobby Day in January and now, already, the 2025 South Dakota Legislative Session has come to a close.
The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently announced it will no longer allow beneficiaries and those applying for Social Security to confirm their identity over the phone and, instead, will require that they do so online or in person at a local office to complete the application process.
The calendar has turned to March, which means basketball, the return of Daylight Savings Time (reminder: turn your clocks ahead an hour this weekend!) and the end of the 100th Legislative Session.
There are two weeks left in the 2025 South Dakota legislative session, and AARP South Dakota’s work is not done! This weekly recap starts by celebrating a victory and extending a heartfelt THANK YOU to all of our advocates!
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