The cold of winter has arrived which means that Pierre is a hot bed of activity as the 2018 South Dakota legislative session has begun. Once again, AARP South Dakota's presence in Pierre is felt as we working diligently on your behalf.
AARP South Dakota advocates will hit the ground running Jan. 9, when the legislature convenes for a session that lasts only eight weeks. AARP staff and volunteers will be in Pierre throughout the session, holding lawmakers accountable on issues that affect constituents age 50-plus.
A new state law allows a court to grant authority over online banking, credit card and social media accounts to a conservator of a vulnerable person or an executor of an estate.
Under a new state law supported by AARP South Dakota, certified nurse practitioners and certified nurse midwives will have more flexibility to serve patients in rural and underserved areas.
Week 7 of the 2017 South Dakota legislative session was marked by crossover day on Thursday. Crossover day is the last day for a bill or joint resolution to pass its house of origin.