PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Wednesday, Governor Larry Rhoden Vetoed HB 1138, which requires the licensure of non-medical home care agencies. Rhoden outlined his decision in a letter to the Legislature, which you can find here.

“Protecting vulnerable South Dakotans is a responsibility I take seriously. But when government regulates, those regulations should be as limited and targeted as possible,” wrote Governor Larry Rhoden. “I am directing the Department of Health to work with stakeholders to develop a more effective framework that provides meaningful protections without placing unnecessary burdens on those who provide essential services.”

The South Dakota House voted 48-19 while the South Dakota Senate voted 20-14.

Earlier in the session, Governor Rhoden also vetoed HB1077.  The bill would consider a cultivated-protein food product to be adulterated food.

Both bills to be addressed on Veto Day scheduled for Monday, March 30th.

Governor Rhoden has signed 222 bills into law and vetoed two this legislative session.