South Dakota Bills

passed · South Dakota · House Mar 6, 2025

HB 1167: make an appropriation for the development of South Dakota.

HB 1167 allocates state funds to support development projects in South Dakota. The bill directly affects state agencies responsible for distributing and managing these appropriations. Its key provision is the authorization of financial resources for unspecified development initiatives within the state. This legislation does not detail specific projects or outcomes, focusing solely on the appropriation mechanism.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

passed · South Dakota · House Mar 6, 2025

HB 1213: increase the maximum amount allowable for the livestock ownership inspection fee and to declare an emergency.

This bill proposes to raise the maximum fee that livestock owners in South Dakota must pay for ownership inspections. The change directly affects farmers, ranchers, and other individuals who own livestock within the state. By declaring an emergency, the bill allows the fee increase to take effect immediately rather than waiting for the regular legislative session. This adjustment aims to align inspection costs with updated operational expenses for agricultural authorities.

passed · South Dakota · House Mar 6, 2025

HB 1170: make an appropriation for economic development in South Dakota.

HB 1170 allocates state funds to support economic development initiatives within South Dakota. The bill directly impacts state agencies responsible for managing economic growth programs and businesses seeking financial assistance. Key provisions include the authorization of specific budget amounts designated for projects aimed at fostering job creation and business expansion. This legislation provides the financial framework necessary to implement approved economic development strategies without altering existing regulatory requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

passed both · South Dakota · House Mar 6, 2025

HB 1266: attach the South Dakota State Brand Board to the Office of School and Public Lands.

HB 1266 proposes to transfer the South Dakota State Brand Board from its current administrative home to the Office of School and Public Lands. This change would place the board, which oversees state agricultural branding and promotion efforts, under the jurisdiction of the office responsible for managing public lands and school-related affairs. The bill does not alter the board's core functions or funding but reorganizes its supervisory structure within the state government. This administrative adjustment affects the office of the state auditor, who currently oversees the board, by shifting that responsibility to the Office of School and Public Lands.

passed · South Dakota · House Mar 6, 2025

HJR 5006: Proposing and submitting to the voters at the next general election amendments to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, requiring an intervening general election before consideration of an initiated constitutional amendment or initiated measure having the same subject as a previously rejected initiated amendment or measure.

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to South Dakota that would require a general election to occur between the rejection of an initiated constitutional amendment or measure and any future attempt to pass a new one on the same subject. The change directly affects voters and state legislators by adding a procedural step that prevents immediate reconsideration of rejected ballot measures. If passed, this mechanism would ensure that at least one full election cycle must pass before citizens can attempt to reintroduce a similar constitutional change or initiative. The amendment aims to provide additional time for public discussion and reflection on controversial topics before allowing a second vote on the same issue.

passed · South Dakota · House Mar 6, 2025

HB 1168: make an appropriation to enhance the economic health of South Dakota.

The full text for HB 1168 is currently unavailable, preventing a detailed summary of its specific provisions. Based on its title, "make an appropriation to enhance the economic health of South Dakota," this bill would allocate state funds for initiatives intended to improve the economic well-being of the state. Without the bill text, the specific amount, recipients, and mechanisms of this appropriation are unknown.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

passed both · South Dakota · House Mar 6, 2025

HCR 6009: Requesting the attorney general to file a lawsuit against the People's Republic of China and related parties to seek damages related to the COVID-19 global pandemic.

This bill requests the South Dakota Attorney General to file a lawsuit against the People's Republic of China and related parties to seek damages related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The measure would direct state legal officials to pursue financial compensation on behalf of the state for losses attributed to the pandemic. It does not specify the exact amount sought or the legal grounds for the claim, leaving those details to the Attorney General's discretion. The bill would only become active if passed by the South Dakota legislature and signed into law.

passed both · South Dakota · House Mar 6, 2025

HB 1204: revise the subpoena powers of the Government Operations and Audit Committee.

This bill amends the subpoena authority of South Dakota's Government Operations and Audit Committee, allowing it to issue subpoenas to witnesses and gather information related to its oversight duties. The change directly affects the committee's ability to investigate state agency operations and enforce compliance with audit requirements. By updating the legal framework for subpoenas, the bill strengthens the committee's procedural tools without altering its core responsibilities or scope. The provision applies specifically to the committee's existing investigative functions rather than creating new oversight powers.

passed both · South Dakota · House Mar 6, 2025

HCR 6013: Supporting the Electoral College, denouncing the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact, and inviting interested states to form the Electoral College Interstate Compact.

This bill proposes creating a formal agreement among states to support the Electoral College system and reject the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact. It invites states to join an Electoral College Interstate Compact to ensure the Electoral College remains the method for electing the President and Vice President. The legislation directly affects state legislators and state governments by establishing a framework for inter-state cooperation on election procedures. The bill does not change the current voting process but seeks to strengthen the existing Electoral College system through a formal interstate agreement.

passed · South Dakota · House Mar 6, 2025

HCR 6003: To provide for an interim study regarding property tax reduction and preservation of the American dream to own a home.

This bill directs the South Dakota Legislature to conduct an interim study on property tax reduction and homeownership preservation. The study will examine how current tax policies affect home ownership and explore potential ways to lower property taxes for residents. It does not enact any immediate tax changes but instead focuses on gathering information and recommendations for future legislative action. The primary audience for this study includes state policymakers, homeowners, and local government officials.

passed both · South Dakota · House Mar 6, 2025

HCR 6011: Urging the Trump-Vance administration and Office of Management and Budget to uphold the Reagan administration policy of government-to-government relations with tribal nations.

This bill is a House Concurrent Resolution that expresses the South Dakota Legislature's preference for the federal government to maintain government-to-government relations with tribal nations, following the policy established during the Reagan administration. It does not create new laws or directly affect any specific groups but instead serves as a formal statement of legislative intent directed at the federal administration. The resolution urges the Trump-Vance administration and the Office of Management and Budget to uphold this specific approach to tribal relations. As a non-binding resolution, it does not have the force of law and cannot be enforced.

passed · South Dakota · House Mar 6, 2025

HJR 5001: Proposing and submitting to the voters at the next general election an amendment to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, conditioning the requirement of expanded Medicaid on the level of federal medical assistance.

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to South Dakota that would tie the state's obligation to expand Medicaid coverage to the level of federal funding provided for the program. It directly affects South Dakota residents and the state government by establishing a condition under which expanded Medicaid benefits must be implemented. The key provision requires that the state only expand Medicaid if the federal government contributes a sufficient level of financial assistance, effectively making state participation dependent on federal financial support levels. This change would alter the state's current Medicaid obligations by adding a financial condition precedent to the expansion requirement.

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