(Dakota Dunes, SD) — Pressing topics are taking center stage as South Dakota, Nebraska, and Iowa’s leaders meet for the Tri-State Governors’ Conference. On Tuesday, the three leaders responded to presentations on rural electric upgrades, military investments, and behavioral health, but flood recovery was a major focus. Governor Rhoden is backing a push for updated Big Sioux River data, saying better information is key to preventing future damage. He also addressed concerns over school funding, saying that over the past five years, increases have actually outpaced inflation. Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen called for less federal red tape to boost teacher pay. Rhoden says education will remain a top priority heading into next year’s budget talks, with his next budget address set for December.

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