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introduced · South Dakota · House Jan 30, 2025

HC 8006: Celebrating the Chester Lady Flyers as the 2024 Class B State Volleyball Champions.

This bill formally recognizes the Chester Lady Flyers volleyball team as the 2024 Class B State Champions. It directs the South Dakota Department of Education to issue an official proclamation honoring their achievement. The measure affects the state's educational institutions and the specific high school team by documenting their victory in the public record.
Tim Reisch (R) Eric Emery (D) Carl Perry (R) Casey Crabtree (R) Randy Deibert (R)
introduced · South Dakota · House Jan 30, 2025

HC 8004: Recognizing the Howard Tigers as the 2024 Class B boys basketball state champions.

This bill formally recognizes the Howard Tigers as the 2024 Class B boys basketball state champions. It is a commemorative resolution that does not change any laws or policies. The measure serves to honor the team's achievement through official legislative acknowledgment.
Nicole Uhre-Balk (D) Tim Reisch (R) Eric Emery (D) Carl Perry (R) Casey Crabtree (R)
introduced · South Dakota · Senate Jan 30, 2025

SC 804: Honoring the 2023-2024 Outstanding School Administrators of South Dakota: Todd Foster, Brookings Middle School Principal; Dr. Julie Hatling, Belle Fourche Elementary School Principal; Camille Kaul, Aberdeen Curriculum Leader; Jason Kolousek, Wessington Springs Secondary School Principal; Kristi Lewis, Chester School Business Official; Mark Naugle, Custer School Superintendent; Amanda Olinger, Harrisburg Assistant Middle School Principal; and Laura Welch, Lennox Director of Special Education.

This bill honors seven South Dakota school administrators for their outstanding service during the 2023-2024 school year. It directly affects the named individuals by formally recognizing their contributions to education in their respective districts. The key provision is a ceremonial acknowledgment of Todd Foster, Dr. Julie Hatling, Camille Kaul, Jason Kolousek, Kristi Lewis, Mark Naugle, Amanda Olinger, and Laura Welch. This measure serves as a public tribute rather than implementing new policy changes or funding allocations.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill honors outstanding school administrators, recognizing and celebrating their contributions to education, which supports educators and strengthens the educational community.85% confidence
Nicole Uhre-Balk (D) Al Novstrup (R) Tim Reisch (R) David Kull (R) Eric Emery (D)
passed · South Dakota · House Jan 30, 2025

HB 1078: establish provisions related to the disclosure of COVID-19 vaccination status and blood donations.

HB 1078 establishes rules for how individuals can disclose their COVID-19 vaccination status when donating blood. The bill requires blood collection facilities to inform donors about their vaccination status and allows donors to choose whether to share this information with the facility. It also mandates that blood banks maintain records of vaccination status for donors who choose to disclose it. This legislation directly affects blood donation centers and individuals who wish to donate blood in South Dakota.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill enhances blood donation transparency and donor choice, supporting public health safety and healthcare infrastructure.85% confidence
Heather Baxter (R) Carl Perry (R) Josephine Garcia (R) Brandei Schaefbauer (R) Julie Auch (R)
died · South Dakota · Senate Jan 30, 2025

SB 87: address preauthorization requirements for certain health care services and utilization review requirements for certain health benefit plans.

SB 87 modifies preauthorization requirements for specific healthcare services and adjusts utilization review standards for certain health benefit plans in South Dakota. The bill directly affects health insurance providers, healthcare facilities, and individuals seeking covered medical services by streamlining approval processes for particular treatments. Key provisions establish new criteria for when preauthorization is required and define how utilization reviews must be conducted to ensure timely access to care. These changes aim to balance cost management with patient access to necessary medical services under existing health benefit plans.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill streamlines preauthorization and utilization review processes, improving patient access to healthcare services and reducing administrative barriers.75% confidence
Eric Emery (D) Carl Perry (R) Taylor Rehfeldt (R) Sydney Davis (R)
passed · South Dakota · House Jan 30, 2025

HB 1087: authorize the recall of county commissioners.

HB 1087 would allow voters in South Dakota counties to remove county commissioners from office through a recall election. The bill establishes a process where a petition signed by a specified percentage of registered voters can trigger a special election to decide whether a commissioner should be removed. If the recall election is held and the majority of voters approve it, the commissioner would be removed from their position. This legislation directly affects county commissioners and the voters within South Dakota counties who would participate in the recall process.
Spencer Gosch (R) Travis Ismay (R) Heather Baxter (R) Logan Manhart (R) MyKala Voita (R)
passed · South Dakota · House Jan 29, 2025

HB 1020: establish education savings accounts.

HB 1020 establishes education savings accounts for students in South Dakota, allowing parents to set aside funds for their children's future educational expenses. The bill permits eligible families to contribute money into these accounts, which can then be used to pay for tuition, fees, and other approved educational costs at participating schools. This legislation directly affects parents and guardians of students, providing them with a structured way to save and utilize funds for their children's education. The mechanism involves creating a formal system where contributions are tracked and withdrawals are permitted under specific conditions outlined in the law.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes education savings accounts to expand educational access and provide families with structured funding for approved educational expenses.90% confidence
Scott Odenbach (R) Heather Baxter (R) Liz May (R) Bethany Soye (R) Logan Manhart (R)
passed · South Dakota · Senate Jan 29, 2025

SB 21: prevent a member of a governing body from assisting in the canvass of the votes for an office for which the member is a candidate.

This bill prohibits members of a governing body from helping count votes for an office they are running for. It directly affects elected officials and their staff by restricting their involvement in the vote-counting process for their own campaigns. The key provision bars any assistance in canvassing votes when a member is a candidate for that specific office. This rule aims to prevent conflicts of interest during election procedures.
passed · South Dakota · House Jan 29, 2025

HB 1009: provide for the creation and use of South Dakota educational empowerment accounts, and to provide a penalty therefor.

This bill establishes a program in South Dakota that allows parents to open and use educational empowerment accounts for their children's schooling. The accounts would be funded through state tax dollars and could be used to pay for private school tuition, tutoring, or other educational services. The legislation also includes penalties for individuals who misuse the funds or fail to comply with the program's requirements. This policy change directly affects South Dakota families seeking alternative educational options for their children.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands educational access by allowing state funds for private school tuition and tutoring, increasing parental choice in education funding.92% confidence
Heather Baxter (R) Logan Manhart (R) Carl Perry (R) Curt Voight (R) Tony Randolph (R)
passed · South Dakota · House Jan 29, 2025

HB 1082: revise juror qualifications.

HB 1082 proposes changes to the qualifications required for individuals to serve as jurors in South Dakota courts. The bill would revise the specific criteria that potential jurors must meet, such as age, residency, and citizenship requirements. These adjustments aim to modify who is eligible to be selected for jury duty within the state's judicial system. The legislation does not specify the exact new qualifications but indicates a formal update to existing rules governing jury service.
Carl Perry (R) Josephine Garcia (R) Scott Moore (R)
passed · South Dakota · House Jan 28, 2025

HB 1084: provide free state park and recreation area admission to current and former members of the South Dakota National Guard and their spouses and dependents.

This bill grants free admission to South Dakota state parks and recreation areas for current and former members of the South Dakota National Guard, their spouses, and their dependents. It removes any existing fees or charges for these individuals and their families when visiting state-managed recreational facilities. The provision applies to all state parks and recreation areas under the jurisdiction of the state. This change aims to provide ongoing access to outdoor spaces for military service members and their families without requiring legislative approval for each individual visit.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill grants free state park admission to National Guard members and families, expanding benefits and recognizing veteran service.95% confidence
Kaley Nolz (R) Travis Ismay (R) Heather Baxter (R) Jana Hunt (R) Logan Manhart (R)
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