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State Rep. Scott Odenbach, R-Spearfish, has recused himself from the upcoming vote in the House of Representatives on the impeachment of Attorney General Jason Ravnsborg. ....
1:34 House lawmakers are passing a bill that pushes out implementation of a voter approved medical marijuana program by six months. It also sets up an interim committee to study that program and how it works within current state law. Initiated Measure 26 would go into effect on July first of this year. Governor Kristi Noem and legislative leaders initially wanted a full year from that date, to take a closer look at the program. After meeting with legislative leaders and cabinet secretaries, Noem’s office says six months is sufficient to implement the medical marijuana program safely. Republican Speaker of the House Spencer Gosch is bringing the bill delaying medical marijuana implementation. He says getting a medical program in place is a large task. ....
1:45 Members of the public who want to testify in front of state lawmakers this year will be able to, in person or remotely. The legislature has had technology in place for a few sessions now. But it’s become more important with the spread of COVID 19. Committee members can take remote testimony if someone is unable to make the drive to Pierre – or if they prefer that because of the pandemic. The legislature originally used Skype for such links, but now uses Microsoft Teams. Anyone who wants to testify remotely should submit their request to the committee chair at least 24 hours before the start of the meeting. People can submit their request using email addresses posted on the Legislative Research Council website. ....