AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoEconomic Outlook: South Dakota’s labor-force participation fell to 66.3% in September, down from 68.2% a year earlier. State advisers pointed to an aging population and urged businesses to boost productivity as they face labor shortages. Agriculture & Conservation: A USDA grant of nearly $8 million will help restore 7,500 acres of grassland statewide, supporting livestock operations, soil health and wildlife habitat. Mining & Research: Construction is set to begin on massive neutrino detectors a mile beneath the former Homestake gold mine, bringing new scientific work to Lead. Cannabis Industry: The DEA registered more than 900 medical marijuana dispensaries across seven states, including South Dakota—a first that could open the door to tax benefits for qualifying businesses. Consumer Protections: South Dakota will receive $2.6 million from a multistate settlement with GM over allegations it shared drivers’ data without proper consent; the agreement requires clearer consent and gives consumers options to access or delete their data.
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