South Dakota Congressional Bills

passed · South Dakota · Senate May 3, 2024

SRES 673: A resolution honoring the life of David Hampton Pryor, former United States Senator for the State of Arkansas.

SRES 673 is a commemorative Senate resolution honoring the late David Hampton Pryor, who served as a U.S. Senator for Arkansas from 1978 to 1997. The resolution expresses the Senate’s "profound sorrow" at his death and directs the Secretary of the Senate to share the resolution with the House and deliver a copy to his family. It does not create new laws or policies - it is purely ceremonial, recognizing Pryor’s career as a legislator, governor, and public servant. The resolution concludes with the Senate adjourning as a mark of respect for his legacy.

John Boozman (R) · 99 co-sponsors

passed · South Dakota · Senate May 3, 2024

SRES 668: A resolution honoring the life of Daniel Robert "Bob" Graham, former Senator for the State of Florida.

This resolution (SRES 668) is a ceremonial Senate measure honoring the late Senator Daniel Robert "Bob" Graham of Florida, who died on November 9, 2023. It formally expresses the Senate's "profound sorrow" over his death and directs the Secretary of the Senate to share the resolution with the House of Representatives and deliver a copy to his family. The resolution commemorates Graham's career as a Florida senator (1987-2005), governor (1979-1987), and his work on the 9/11 intelligence inquiry, but does not create any new laws or affect constituents. As a commemorative resolution, it serves solely to memorialize his service.

Rick Scott (R) · 99 co-sponsors

in committee · South Dakota · Senate May 2, 2024

SRES 669: A resolution designating October 10, 2024, as "American Girls in Sports Day".

This is a commemorative Senate resolution (SRES 669), not a law. It designates October 10, 2024, as "American Girls in Sports Day" to recognize the impact of women in sports and support for Title IX protections. The resolution calls on sports organizations to protect biological women and girls in competition, referencing claims about biological differences and displacement in championships. As a symbolic resolution, it has no legal effect and does not change existing policies or laws.

Marsha Blackburn (R) · 39 co-sponsors

in committee · South Dakota · Senate May 2, 2024

SRES 670: A resolution strongly condemning the rise of antisemitism on campuses of institutions of higher education across the United States.

SRES 670 is a Senate resolution condemning the rise of antisemitism on U.S. college campuses, citing a 700% increase in incidents since October 7, 2023, as tracked by Hillel International. It specifically criticizes campus administrators who enabled antisemitic activities, including protests expressing support for Hamas and targeting Jewish students. The resolution urges the Department of Education to ensure colleges comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, which prohibits discrimination based on national origin - including antisemitism. It directly affects Jewish students, Israeli students, and campus administrators, while calling for enforcement of existing civil rights protections. The resolution does not create new laws but serves as a formal statement of condemnation and a call for accountability.

Tim Scott (R) · 30 co-sponsors

passed · South Dakota · Senate May 2, 2024

SRES 671: A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of April 28, 2024, through May 4, 2024, as "National Small Business Week" to celebrate the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in every community in the United States.

SRES 671 is a ceremonial Senate resolution supporting the designation of April 28-May 4, 2024, as "National Small Business Week." It honors small businesses and entrepreneurs across the U.S. for their economic contributions, noting they support over 62 million jobs through 33 million businesses. The resolution expresses the Senate's recognition of small businesses' resilience and role in strengthening local economies. As a symbolic gesture with no new policies or funding, it does not impose requirements or directly affect specific entities.

Jeanne Shaheen (D) · 73 co-sponsors

passed · South Dakota · Senate May 2, 2024

SRES 674: A resolution designating May 5, 2024, as the "National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls".

This resolution designates May 5, 2024, as the "National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls" to honor victims and raise public attention. It calls on the American public and organizations to commemorate affected women (both documented and undocumented cases) and show solidarity with families. The resolution is symbolic - requiring no new funding, laws, or government action - solely aiming to increase awareness of this crisis. It directly affects Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian communities by acknowledging their disproportionate vulnerability to violence. The resolution references specific statistics on violent crime rates against Native women and the case of Hanna Harris, a Northern Cheyenne woman whose murder highlighted this issue.

Steve Daines (R) · 26 co-sponsors

in committee · South Dakota · Senate May 2, 2024

S 4257: END BYOD Act

Ensuring No Devices Bear Your Own Data Act or the END BYOD Act This bill prohibits Internal Revenue Service employees, contractors, or volunteers from using personal devices (e.g., smartphones, laptops) to access, process, transmit, or store any taxpayer information that is subject to restrictions on disclosure.

Topics ✓ Technology

in committee · South Dakota · Senate May 2, 2024

S 4258: Protect and Serve Act of 2024

This bill creates a new federal criminal offense for assaults on law enforcement officers that cause serious injury or involve specific circumstances like crossing state lines, using interstate commerce, or employing firearms. It increases penalties to up to 10 years in prison for assaults causing serious injury, with life imprisonment if death occurs or kidnapping/killing is involved. The bill requires the Attorney General to certify federal prosecution is necessary before proceeding, unless states lack jurisdiction or have requested federal involvement. It directly affects law enforcement officers (including federal, state, and local) by establishing new federal penalties for certain assaults against them.

Topics ✗ Criminal Justice

Thom Tillis (R) · 20 co-sponsors

in committee · South Dakota · Senate May 2, 2024

S 4237: ELITE Vehicles Act

The ELITE Vehicles Act would repeal federal tax credits for purchasing electric vehicles and related infrastructure. Specifically, it eliminates the existing credit for new electric vehicles (previously under Section 30D), the credit for previously-owned clean vehicles (Section 25E), and the credit for commercial clean vehicles (Section 45W). It also removes electric vehicle recharging stations from the alternative fuel refueling credit. These changes would take effect 30 days after enactment, directly affecting individuals and businesses that currently claim these tax benefits when buying or installing qualifying electric vehicle equipment.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes ✗ Energy ✗ Environment ✗ Technology ✗ Transportation

John Barrasso (R) · 19 co-sponsors

in committee · South Dakota · Senate May 2, 2024

S 346: Meat and Poultry Special Investigator Act of 2023

S 346, the Meat and Poultry Special Investigator Act of 2023, creates a new Office of the Special Investigator within the U.S. Department of Agriculture to investigate competition violations by meat and poultry packers and live poultry dealers under the Packers and Stockyards Act. The Special Investigator, appointed by the Secretary, will use subpoenas to probe anticompetitive practices, bring civil actions, and coordinate with the Department of Justice, Federal Trade Commission, and Homeland Security. This bill directly affects large meat and poultry companies regulated under the Packers and Stockyards Act, granting the Special Investigator authority to pursue enforcement actions without altering the Secretary’s existing subpoena powers. The law requires coordination with existing USDA offices and prohibits actions against entities not covered by the Packers and Stockyards Act.

in committee · South Dakota · Senate May 1, 2024

SJRES 74: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles-Phase 3".

This joint resolution seeks congressional disapproval of a specific Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule setting greenhouse gas emissions standards for heavy-duty vehicles (Phase 3). If passed, it would nullify the EPA rule (published April 22, 2024) under the Congressional Review Act, preventing it from taking effect. The rule directly affects manufacturers of trucks and buses by establishing new requirements for reducing emissions. The resolution does not create new standards but aims to block the existing EPA rule through a formal disapproval process.

Topics ✗ Energy ✗ Environment ✗ Transportation

Dan Sullivan (R) · 44 co-sponsors

in committee · South Dakota · Senate May 1, 2024

SJRES 75: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Multi-Pollutant Emissions Standards for Model Years 2027 and Later Light-Duty and Medium-Duty Vehicles".

This joint resolution seeks to block an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule that would set new emissions standards for light- and medium-duty vehicles sold in model years 2027 and later. It directly affects automakers, as the rule would require them to meet stricter pollution limits for these vehicles. The resolution uses a congressional disapproval process under federal law to prevent the EPA rule from taking effect. If passed, the rule would be invalidated, meaning automakers would not need to comply with the 2027+ emissions standards outlined in the EPA's April 2024 proposal.

Topics ✗ Energy ✗ Environment ✗ Transportation

Pete Ricketts (R) · 48 co-sponsors

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