South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem is inheriting a state on solid financial footing as she enters her first legislative session as governor.
During a press conference immediately following the Oath of Office Ceremony Saturday, Noem said finishing her proposed budget is Job #1 today (Mon.).
Noem said she wants to be a governor for the next generation, which means bringing the next big industry to the state.
Not only is Noem the first female governor of South Dakota, but she has chosen quite a few women to serve in cabinet positions and as high level members of her staff. She said it wasn’t a conscious effort on her part.
Legislators gather tomorrow for the start of the 2019 session and Noem’s first State of the State address. Noem says she’ll release her policy priorities at the speech.
