Rep. Kristi Noem recently met with Becky Pitz of Letcher while she was in Washington, D.C. with Growth Energy.
During her visit, Pitz helped present Noem with the 2015 “Fueling Growth” award for her leadership in pursuing energy independence through the production and use of ethanol.  This is the fourth year Noem has received this award.
They also discussed a number of issues, including the Renewable Fuel Standard and EPA regulations.

From Left to right: Jerry Rubendall, Mitchell; Gene Hammond, Brandon; Adam Wirt, Lennox; Rep. Kristi Noem; Tim Holtquist, Milbank; Suzanne Veenis, Sioux Falls; Becky Pitz, Letcher; Rodger Horr, Sioux Falls; and Abe Hughes, Sioux Falls.