South Dakota Republican Gov. Larry Rhoden signed three bills earlier this week that he said align with his “open for opportunity” economic development policy framework. The legislation includes shifting some gambling tax revenue from the state to a Black Hills city, permitting more cigar bars across the state, and allowing cities to temporarily increase their sales tax rate.
Senate Bill 102 revises the distribution of Deadwood gambling tax revenues, shifting some revenue away from the state and to the city of Deadwood — the only place in the state, other than tribal land, where full casino-style gambling is allowed.
