Melissa Hull

Background

Hull was raised in Phillip and has served in the South Dakota Treasury office for more than seven years, where she says she developed institutional knowledge of state agencies and Treasury operations.

Sources: South Dakota Public Broadcasting – Treasurer candidates interview

What the candidate has said

Statements are attributed to the linked sources.

• Public funds

  She described protecting taxpayer money as the treasurer’s central responsibility, including carrying out state banking transactions and handling unclaimed property.

  South Dakota Public Broadcasting – Treasurer candidates interview

• Unclaimed property

  She said the state should make returning unclaimed property easier where possible, while ensuring money goes to its rightful owner and avoiding fraud.

  South Dakota Public Broadcasting – Treasurer candidates interview

• Fund security

  She said the office evaluates banking tools and works with its bank to safeguard funds and prevent scams and cybersecurity threats.

  South Dakota Public Broadcasting – Treasurer candidates interview