Pillar H · Economy
Economic Development and the Rapid City Region
“Grow what we already love.”
No corporate tax carveouts. Strong regional support for Ellsworth AFB and the B-21 mission, even though Ellsworth sits in the next district over. Build the infrastructure, housing, and small business climate the heart of Rapid City needs to grow on its own terms.
Where I stand
- Oppose corporate carveouts. SB 239 (2026) modified the reinvestment payment program in ways that benefit data centers. SB 135 (2026) addresses utility cost and regulatory authority around data centers.
- Back the Ellsworth AFB expansion and the B-21 Raider mission as a regional priority that lifts all of Rapid City. SB 130 (2026) appropriated for Ellsworth roadway infrastructure.
- Invest in downtown and North Rapid infrastructure, housing, and small-business policy.
SB 130 (2026)SB 239 (2026)SB 135 (2026)