Jamie Smith

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South Dakota is one of a few states with no individual income tax, a feature many residents value. Do you support maintaining this policy, and how do you propose funding essential state services such as education and infrastructure without introducing new broad-based taxes that could burden working families and businesses?

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South Dakota has not expanded Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act through the traditional framework, and many low-income residents still fall in the coverage gap. Now that voters approved Medicaid expansion, what legislative steps are you taking to ensure smooth and full implementation and that eligible residents can enroll without unnecessary barriers?

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South Dakota's rural communities face significant challenges recruiting and retaining teachers, leading to persistent educator shortages in many districts. What specific proposals have you introduced or supported in the State Senate to improve teacher compensation, reduce student loan burdens for educators, and make teaching a more sustainable career in the state?