A U.S. senator from South Dakota has sparked opposing reactions with legislation that could make it easier for farmers to convert wetlands into cropland. Mike Rounds, a Republican, wants to
A proposal by Sen. Mike Rounds, a Republican from South Dakota, would establish a new policy and oversight process for farmers and ranchers wanting to drain wetlands on their property.
The state's decision to allow landowners to privatize access to sections of publicly owned lakes is still causing some confusion and raising concerns in northeast South Dakota.