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South Dakota social services secretary departs as governor names interim successor

States Newsroom · October 16, 2026

Matt Althoff has stepped down as secretary of the South Dakota Department of Social Services, effective immediately, Gov. Larry Rhoden’s office said Friday while also announcing an interim replacement. Althoff has led the department since his appointment by former Gov. Kristi Noem in 2023. The department oversees the…

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South Dakota social services secretary departs as governor names interim successor

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