Governor vetoes home care regulation bill

By: Makenzie Huber

Outlets: South Dakota Searchlight

Published: March 25, 2026

Words: 511

Last Updated: 2 months, 3 weeks ago

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South Dakota Republican Gov. Larry Rhoden vetoed a bill on Wednesday that would require state licensing of non-medical home care agencies, his second veto of the 2026 legislative session.

The vetoed bill is sponsored by Brookings Republican Rep. Mellissa Heermann, who said she introduced the legislation to protect “vulnerable” South Dakotans using personal or home care services — often people who are disabled or elderly.

South Dakota doesn’t mandate licensure, training or background …

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