South Dakota Gov. Rhoden signed two significant pro-2A bills into law on March 24, 2025 reaffirming the state’s dedication to upholding its citizens’ rights….
South Dakota Governor Rhoden Expands Concealed Carry Rights with New Legislation ~ VIDEO
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South Dakota Bill Restores Second Amendment for Government Employees
South Dakota bill HB 1218 prevents lower levels of government from infringing on the rights of their employees protected by the Second Amendment.
Shout Out! to South Dakota’s Gov. Larry Rhoden for Protecting 2nd Amendment Privacy
The law prohibits credit card processors from using firearm-related Merchant Category Codes when citizens make lawful retail purchases of firearms, firearm parts or ammunition with credit cards.
CA vs. SD, Newsome vs. Noem, Statistics vs. Disinformation: Gun Control War
Gov. Gavin Newsome of CA. remarked on Governor Noem of ND’s support for the 2nd Amendment. His remarks illustrate how to lie with statistics.
Rapid City SD Man Found Guilty of Multiple Firearm Charges
Each charge carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in federal prison and/or a $250,000 fine, three years of supervised release.
South Dakota Judge Attempts to Ban Personal Carry of Firearms in Court
A South Dakota 7th Circuit judge, Judge Pfeifle, demands guns be banned from the Courthouse even when he is not there and the court is not in session.
Profile Q & A – Governor Kristi Noem (R – South Dakota)
We recently celebrated 100 years of pheasant hunting in South Dakota, and I’ve made it a focus to protect and expand habitat so our hunting culture can stay strong for another century.
South Dakota Passes Constitutional Carry, New Governor Noem Signs Bill
After years of effort and two vetoes by Governor Daugaard, Governor Noem signs Constitutional Carry into law. It was the first law of Governor Noem’s term. She kept her word.
South Dakota: Senate Passes Constitutional Carry Legislation
Please contact your state Representative and strongly urge them to SUPPORT Senate Bill 47 [Constitutional Carry] when it comes up for a vote.
South Dakota Legislature is moving to Repeal Prohibition on Capitol Carry
The House Majority Leader in South Dakota has sponsored a bill to allow concealed carry in the South Dakota Capitol with an enhanced pistol permit.
South Dakota expects Constitutional Carry with Governor Elect Kristi Noem
Governor Elect Kristi Noem has promised to pass Constitutional Carry in South Dakota.
South Dakota: Pro-Gun Legislation On The Move
House Bill 1271 would allow individuals to carry a firearm for self-defense on the premises of any nonpublic school, church or house of worship.
Teen with NRA Rifle Stops Lion in Killing Spree
It doesn’t get much more interesting than a depredating lion, a 14 year old hunter protecting the family livelihood, and a rifle won at an NRA raffle.
South Dakota Governor Vetoes Constitutional Carry
South Dakota is a state that is controlled heavily by Republicans in both chambers and they have a Republican Governor as well. Sound familiar?
Grab a Dew, Support Conservation: Pheasants Forever & Pepsi-Cola of Mitchell
For the third consecutive year, Pheasants Forever and Pepsi-Cola of Mitchell are teaming for conservation by renewing the “Take It Outside” program.
South Dakota: Capitol Carry Legislation Passes House
HB 1129 will allow for individuals with an enhanced South Dakota carry permit to carry concealed in courthouses and the Capitol…
South Dakota’s Bar-Sto Precision Isn’t Rocket Science – Or is it?
It’s really a no-brainer, doing business & owning a firearm business in South Dakota, We have an unbeatable quality of life here. If you live for the outdoors, this is the place for you…
Nolan Benzing Hired as Pheasants Forever Farm Bill Biologist in South Dakota
Pheasants Forever has hired Nolan Benzing as the organization’s newest Farm Bill biologist in Winner, South Dakota.
Pheasants Forever Appoints Huron’s Morlock Assistant Director in South Dakota
Matt Morlock of Huron, South Dakota, has been named Pheasants Forever’s assistant director in South Dakota.
South Dakota House Passes Constitutional Carry; HB1116
Constitutional carry has passed the South Dakota House, 44-23. it is one vote short of the 2/3 necessary for a veto by override.
South Dakota: Constitutional Carry Legislation Passes Committee, Heads to House Floor
This permitless carry legislation gives South Dakotans the freedom to choose the best method of carrying for them, based on their attire, gender and/or physical attributes…
Gun Law Reform Bill Introduced in South Dakota
A gun law reform bill, HB1116, has been introduced into the South Dakota house. The bill has 28 co-sponsors…
Confiscated Guns Above Average at South Dakota Government Auction
The guns to be offered in a government auction in South Dakota are well above the average value for confiscated guns.
Bob Redfern’s Outdoor Magazine Visits White Lake, South Dakota
This weekend Bob is at White Lake Hunting Lodge in South Dakota. Bob has his Browning ready and is geared up for one of his favorite places to hunt.
South Dakota: Governor Signs NRA-Backed Right-to-Carry Reform into Law
South Dakota Governor Dennis Daugaard signed into law an important Right-to-Carry reform that will extend the state’s Permit to Carry a Concealed Pistol from four to five years…
South Dakota: Right-to-Carry Reform Passes Senate Committee Unanimously
This bill would make improvements for South Dakota residents who carry a concealed firearm for self-defense by extending the validity of the state’s Permit to Carry a Concealed Pistol from four to five years…
South Dakota: Legislature Begins New Session with Pro-Gun Reforms
The South Dakota Legislature convened its 2013 session by advocating for the rights of law-abiding gun owners…
South Dakota Communities Partner to Recruit Firearm Industry
Thirteen communities are working with the State of South Dakota to expand the state’s firearm industry by attending the SHOT Show in Las Vegas, N.V. next week.
SD Black Hills Snowmobile Trails Open Dec. 15, 2010
Good snow cover in the majority of the Black Hills will greet snowmobile enthusiasts when the Black Hills snowmobile trail system opens today…
A Classic South Dakota Pheasant Hunt Involves A Crowd
Hopefully, safe and amiable folk who share their shots and become friends by the end of the hunt, even if they weren’t when everyone climbed into the truck that morning…