South Dakota Bills

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 ✓ Education

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.

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 ✓ Veterans

passed · South Dakota · House Jan 28, 2025

HB 1055: modify medical cannabis certification requirements.

HB 1055 modifies the certification requirements for medical cannabis in South Dakota, directly affecting patients and healthcare providers who currently use the program. The bill updates the criteria that doctors must meet to recommend medical cannabis to patients, ensuring the certification process aligns with current medical standards. These changes aim to streamline how physicians obtain the necessary credentials to participate in the state's medical cannabis system. The legislation focuses on administrative updates rather than expanding or restricting patient access to the program.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · South Dakota · House Jan 28, 2025

HB 1065: repeal the requirement that an adult occupant of a motor vehicle in forward motion must wear a safety belt.

This bill proposes to remove the state law requiring adults to wear seat belts while driving or riding in a moving vehicle. It would directly affect all adult drivers and passengers in South Dakota by eliminating the legal mandate for seat belt use. The key provision is the repeal of the existing safety belt requirement, meaning adults would no longer face penalties for not wearing them. This change would shift responsibility for seat belt use from a legal obligation to a personal choice for adult occupants.

Topics ✗ Transportation

passed · South Dakota · Senate Jan 27, 2025

SB 9: make public the calendars and appointment logs of statewide public officials.

This bill requires statewide public officials in South Dakota to make their calendars and appointment logs publicly available. It directly affects state government officials by mandating transparency in their scheduling and meeting records. The key provision establishes a requirement for these officials to disclose their official activities to the public. This change aims to increase accountability by allowing citizens to review when and with whom officials are meeting.

passed · South Dakota · House Jan 27, 2025

HB 1048: require that cash be accepted for certain transactions.

HB 1048 requires businesses in South Dakota to accept cash as a form of payment for certain transactions, directly affecting merchants and consumers who use cash. The bill mandates that cash cannot be refused for purchases up to a specified dollar amount, ensuring cash remains a viable payment option. This provision aims to prevent businesses from discriminating against customers who prefer or rely on cash payments. The law applies to retail transactions and other specified commercial exchanges within the state.

passed · South Dakota · House Jan 24, 2025

HB 1060: revise a provision related to civil commitment following a determination of mental incompetency.

HB 1060 amends South Dakota law to update procedures for civil commitment cases involving individuals declared mentally incompetent. The bill modifies how courts handle the commitment process after a determination of incompetency is made, ensuring alignment with current legal standards. It directly affects judges, legal professionals, and individuals subject to civil commitment proceedings by refining the statutory requirements for such cases. The legislation focuses on procedural adjustments rather than changing the underlying authority for civil commitment itself.

passed · South Dakota · Senate Jan 24, 2025

SB 4: authorize the sale of real property in Spink County by the Department of Human Services and to declare an emergency.

This bill authorizes the Department of Human Services in South Dakota to sell real property located in Spink County. It declares an emergency to expedite the process, allowing the department to manage and dispose of the property without delay. The legislation directly affects state agencies responsible for human services and the specific property holdings in Spink County. By enabling the sale, the bill aims to provide flexibility in how the department handles its real estate assets.

passed · South Dakota · House Jan 23, 2025

HB 1064: permit the selling of fireworks throughout the year.

This bill proposes to allow the sale of fireworks in South Dakota at any time during the year, rather than restricting them to specific holidays or seasons. It would directly affect retailers and consumers by expanding when fireworks can be legally purchased and sold. The key provision removes existing seasonal limitations on fireworks sales, enabling year-round availability. This change would apply to all fireworks retailers operating within the state.

passed · South Dakota · House Jan 23, 2025

HB 1018: require the Department of Revenue provide an annual report to tribal governments regarding certain tax collections.

This bill requires the South Dakota Department of Revenue to submit an annual report to tribal governments detailing certain tax collections. The provision aims to increase transparency by providing tribes with information about tax revenues related to their jurisdictions. The report would be generated annually and distributed directly to tribal government entities. This change does not alter existing tax laws but adds a reporting requirement for administrative oversight.

passed · South Dakota · House Jan 23, 2025

HB 1045: create a share the road specialty license plate.

This bill establishes a specialty license plate program in South Dakota called "Share the Road," designed to promote awareness of safe driving practices among all road users. The plate design will feature graphics or slogans related to sharing the road safely, and proceeds from sales will be allocated to the state's highway safety fund. The legislation applies to vehicle owners who wish to purchase and display these specialty plates, with no changes to standard vehicle registration requirements.

Topics ✓ Transportation

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