South Dakota Legislature

Senate Commemoration 813

Introduced by: Senators Reed and Crabtree and Representatives Heermann, DeGroot, Reisch, and Walburg

A LEGISLATIVE COMMEMORATION celebrating Solventum's expansion of its Brookings, South Dakota, manufacturing facility.

WHEREAS, Solventum is a global healthcare innovation company dedicated to advancing medical technologies, improving patient outcomes, and strengthening healthcare delivery systems; and

WHEREAS, Solventum maintains a significant operational presence in Brookings, South Dakota, and has completed a $220 million expansion of its Brookings facility, representing a substantial investment in the local community and the state of South Dakota; and

WHEREAS, the expansion included the construction of an approximately 274,000-square-foot building addition, which incorporates sixteen new loading docks, enhancing the company's operational and distribution capabilities; and

WHEREAS, Solventum's expansion project in Brookings demonstrates a commitment to the local economy and a confidence in South Dakota's prosperous business environment;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT COMMEMORATED, by the One Hundred First Legislature of the State of South Dakota, that on April 2, 2026, Solventum will officially open its expanded facility in Brookings, South Dakota, and continue its commitment to creating innovative products and providing services that transform patient experiences and positively impact millions of lives.