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failed · South Dakota · House Feb 17, 2026

HB 1316: revise the time for conducting the canvass of an election.

HB 1316 changes the timing for conducting election canvasses in South Dakota. It revises Section 12-20-36 to require county election officials to complete canvassing at 9 a.m. local time on the first Tuesday after an election, instead of within six calendar days. Section 12-20-47 is amended to require the State Canvassing Board to begin reviewing county returns at 9 a.m. central time on the second Tuesday after an election, replacing the previous seven-day deadline. This procedural bill affects election administrators and county officials responsible for processing election results, with no direct impact on voters or policy outcomes.
Sue Peterson (R) Carl Perry (R) Tony Kayser (R) Aaron Aylward (R) Dylan Jordan (R)
failed · South Dakota · House Feb 17, 2026

HB 1287: require an alternate approval process for an operation that extracts materials by the use of explosives.

HB 1287 requires mining operations in South Dakota that use explosives to extract sand, gravel, rock for construction, pegmatite, limestone, or materials used in cement or lime production to obtain a new permit under Chapter 45-6B. New or expanding operations must secure this permit by July 1, 2026, while existing operations must transition to the new permit system over five years (allowing 20% of operators to switch annually). Operators must report explosive use to the state department within 90 days of the bill's effective date and may request a six-month extension if they cannot obtain the permit by the deadline.
Nicole Uhre-Balk (D) John Carley (R) Terri Jorgenson (R)
passed · South Dakota · House Feb 17, 2026

HB 1277: require that campgrounds and campground additions, alterations, and modifications comply with National Fire Protection Association standards.

HB 1277 requires private campgrounds (excluding state or local government-owned facilities) to comply with NFPA 1194, the National Fire Protection Association's 2026 standard for recreational vehicle parks and campgrounds. This applies specifically to existing campgrounds and any new additions, alterations, or modifications that require department notice under existing law. The law takes effect on July 1, 2027, mandating that these facility changes meet fire safety standards set by NFPA. It directly affects campground operators who make structural changes needing regulatory review.
Al Novstrup (R)
passed · South Dakota · House Feb 17, 2026

HB 1269: require that manufacturers of agricultural equipment allow an independent repair provider or an owner to make certain repairs to agricultural equipment.

HB 1269 requires manufacturers of agricultural equipment (like tractors, combines, and irrigation systems) to provide independent repair shops or equipment owners with necessary repair information and tools. It mandates that manufacturers share diagnostic codes, manuals, and specialty tools under "fair and reasonable terms," while protecting trade secrets and confidential information. The law specifically covers equipment used in farming, excluding motor vehicles and industrial machinery, and applies to both current and newer equipment. This policy change directly affects farmers and independent repair businesses by expanding their ability to repair equipment without relying solely on manufacturer-approved services.
Travis Ismay (R) Liz May (R) Carl Perry (R) Amber Hulse (R) John Sjaarda (R)
passed · South Dakota · House Feb 17, 2026

HB 1288: modify the authority of a political subdivision to adopt mining ordinances.

HB 1288 modifies South Dakota law to allow counties and first/second-class municipalities with comprehensive plans to create local ordinances governing sand, gravel, and aggregate mining operations, provided they don’t conflict with state law. It prohibits local governments from requiring additional bonds beyond state requirements and mandates that the Board of Minerals and Environment must consider local ordinances when reviewing mining permits. The bill also establishes a 60-day conditional permit process if local permits are delayed, requiring applicants to notify the Board once local permits are secured before operations begin. These changes amend Sections 45-6-65 and 45-6B-4 of the state code.
John Carley (R) Terri Jorgenson (R) Kathy Rice (R) Tim Goodwin (R)
signed · South Dakota · Senate Feb 17, 2026

SB 18: repeal income modifications for the bank franchise tax pertaining to bad debts.

SB 18 repeals a requirement that banks add back to their South Dakota franchise tax base any bad debt deductions they claimed on federal tax returns but later determined were not actually worthless. This change eliminates the need for banks to adjust their state taxable income for "recovered" bad debts, potentially lowering their tax burden. The bill directly affects banks operating in South Dakota subject to the state's franchise tax on banking activities. It removes specific provisions in the tax code that previously mandated this adjustment for bad debt accounting.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill repeals requirement for banks to adjust taxable income for recovered bad debts, lowering tax burden and reducing state revenue, weakening fiscal management.90% confidence
signed · South Dakota · Senate Feb 17, 2026

SB 19: revise certain references to the Internal Revenue Code.

This bill updates South Dakota tax law to reference the Internal Revenue Code as it existed on January 1, 2026 (instead of 2025). It specifically revises Section 10-1-47 and applies to several other tax statutes and subdivisions related to income, sales, and business taxes. The change is administrative, ensuring South Dakota's tax references align with the current federal tax code as of the new date. It does not alter tax rates, eligibility, or policy - only the date used for reference in existing laws.
signed · South Dakota · House Feb 17, 2026

HB 1029: revise provisions related to the practice of addiction counseling and prevention services.

HB 1029 revises South Dakota's regulations for addiction counseling and prevention services by updating definitions and clarifying the role of the South Dakota Board of Addiction and Prevention Professionals. The bill requires the board to regulate practitioners (including certified addiction counselors, prevention specialists, and peer support specialists) to ensure competency, comply with national examination standards, and protect public safety. Key provisions include setting professional practice standards, conducting competency exams at least twice yearly, maintaining a public registry of practitioners with status and disciplinary history, and collecting fees for licensing, exams, and renewals. These changes apply directly to licensed or certified addiction and prevention service providers in South Dakota.
signed · South Dakota · Senate Feb 17, 2026

SB 52: clarify statutes governing the administration of disability benefits by the South Dakota Retirement System.

This bill clarifies the process for applying for and receiving disability benefits through the South Dakota Retirement System. It specifically amends three sections of state law to define how the executive director determines eligibility (requiring provider/employer statements, allowing medical exams, and specifying refusal leads to denial), when benefits begin (starting the month after service ends), and how benefits are terminated (requiring certification of non-disability, following the same review process as initial applications, and providing 30 days' notice before termination). The bill directly affects current and future South Dakota Retirement System members applying for or receiving disability benefits. It focuses on administrative clarity without changing eligibility criteria or benefit amounts.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentClarifies disability benefits process for public employees, ensuring eligibility and timely access to existing benefits, aligning with employment standards protection.85% confidence
signed · South Dakota · Senate Feb 17, 2026

SB 53: ensure uniformity in member identification provisions governing the South Dakota Retirement System.

SB 53 standardizes identification requirements for South Dakota Retirement System members applying for withdrawals or benefits. It requires members to submit a current driver's license or government-issued photo ID when withdrawing contributions (Section 3-12C-602) or applying for retirement benefits (Section 3-12C-1208), with spouses also needing to provide ID and sign if married. Married members may bypass spouse signatures by certifying inability to obtain them with documentation and choosing a specific benefit option. The bill directly affects retirement system members seeking to withdraw funds or receive benefits, ensuring consistent ID verification across all processes.
signed · South Dakota · Senate Feb 17, 2026

SB 51: revise certain requirements for contesting actions of the South Dakota Retirement System.

SB 51 revises the process for individuals to contest decisions made by the South Dakota Retirement System. It changes the deadline for requesting a contested case hearing from 30 days to 60 days after receiving a decision, requiring written requests sent by certified mail to specify the contested portion and the alleged factual or legal error. The bill also clarifies that requests postmarked within 60 days count as timely received, and failure to meet this deadline bars court review. This directly affects retirees or beneficiaries who disagree with Retirement System determinations about their benefits. The changes streamline the appeal timeline and documentation requirements without altering benefit eligibility or amounts.
signed · South Dakota · Senate Feb 17, 2026

SB 50: update the reference to the Internal Revenue Code to reflect current federal law for the administration of South Dakota Retirement System statutes.

SB 50 updates a South Dakota statute to reference the correct year of the federal Internal Revenue Code (2026 instead of 2025) for administering the state's retirement system laws. It directly affects the South Dakota Retirement System's administrative processes by ensuring their statutes align with current federal tax law references. The bill makes a technical, non-substantive change to a legal citation - no new benefits, rules, or eligibility criteria are altered. It is purely procedural, requiring no action from retirees or employers.
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