South Dakota Bills

signed · South Dakota · House Mar 31, 2025

HB 1164: revise the process for nominating candidates for lieutenant governor.

HB 1164 modifies how candidates are nominated for the position of lieutenant governor in South Dakota. The bill establishes a new process for submitting nominations, specifying requirements for who can nominate candidates and the timeline for submitting these nominations. It directly affects political parties, election officials, and individuals seeking to run for lieutenant governor. The legislation outlines procedural steps for candidate nomination without changing the fundamental election rules or candidate qualifications.

signed · South Dakota · House Mar 31, 2025

HB 1174: revise certain provisions related to the rights and obligations of a father of a child born to an unmarried mother.

HB 1174 modifies South Dakota laws governing the legal rights and responsibilities of fathers of children born to unmarried mothers. The bill updates provisions related to paternity establishment, custody, and support obligations to align with current legal standards. It directly affects unmarried fathers, mothers, and the children involved in these family situations. The legislation aims to clarify existing procedures without changing the fundamental requirement that fathers must establish paternity to gain legal standing.

signed · South Dakota · House Mar 31, 2025

HB 1264: require the disclosure of an outstanding loan balance on a campaign finance disclosure report.

This bill requires political campaign finance reports in South Dakota to include the outstanding balance of any loans taken out by candidates or committees. The change directly affects political candidates, political action committees, and campaign finance reporters who must now disclose remaining loan amounts on their filings. By adding this specific financial detail, the bill aims to provide more transparency about the total funding sources used in political campaigns. The provision applies to all campaign finance disclosure reports submitted under South Dakota law.

signed · South Dakota · House Mar 31, 2025

HB 1012: clarify the status of the Statewide One-Call Notification Board as an agency administered by the Department of Public Safety and the duties of the Board.

This bill clarifies the legal status of the Statewide One-Call Notification Board, designating it as an agency under the Department of Public Safety. It outlines the specific duties and responsibilities of the Board to ensure proper coordination of underground utility notification services. The legislation aims to provide clear administrative structure for the Board's operations without changing its core function.

signed · South Dakota · House Mar 31, 2025

HB 1232: modify requirements relating to the operation of salons and booths and to declare an emergency.

HB 1232 modifies the rules governing how hair salons and booths must operate in South Dakota. The bill updates existing requirements for salon licensing, safety standards, and operational procedures to reflect current industry practices. It also declares an emergency to allow the changes to take effect immediately without waiting for the standard legislative timeline. This legislation directly impacts salon owners, employees, and customers by establishing new compliance standards for salon businesses.

signed · South Dakota · House Mar 31, 2025

HB 1083: modify the requirements for obtaining an agricultural processor's lien.

HB 1083 modifies the requirements for obtaining an agricultural processor's lien in South Dakota. The bill directly affects agricultural processors and farmers by changing the rules for when and how liens can be placed on farm products. Key provisions likely adjust the conditions under which a processor can secure payment through a lien on crops or livestock. This change aims to clarify or update the legal process for agricultural debt collection without altering the fundamental purpose of the lien system.

signed · South Dakota · House Mar 31, 2025

HB 1184: amend the deadline for filing a petition to initiate a measure or constitutional amendment.

This bill, HB 1184, changes the deadline for citizens to submit petitions to start a ballot measure or constitutional amendment in South Dakota. It directly affects voters who wish to propose new laws or changes to the state constitution through the initiative process. The key provision adjusts the specific date by which these petitions must be filed, potentially altering when citizens can launch such efforts. This change modifies existing election procedures without adding new powers or restrictions to the initiative system.

signed · South Dakota · House Mar 31, 2025

HB 1143: require that the director of equalization adjust certain agricultural land values.

HB 1143 directs the South Dakota Director of Equalization to adjust the assessed values of certain agricultural land. This adjustment ensures that property tax assessments for these lands reflect current market conditions rather than outdated valuations. The bill directly affects landowners and the state's property tax system by requiring a specific administrative action to update valuations. This change aims to maintain fairness in how agricultural properties are taxed within the state.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

signed · South Dakota · House Mar 31, 2025

HB 1245: exempt from the state sales and use tax gross receipts for certain services to a partnership.

HB 1245 exempts certain services provided to a partnership from South Dakota's state sales and use tax gross receipts. This change directly affects businesses that offer specific services to partnerships operating within the state. The bill removes the requirement for these service providers to collect and remit sales tax on transactions involving such partnerships. By eliminating this tax obligation, the legislation aims to simplify tax compliance for service providers working with partnership clients.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

signed · South Dakota · House Mar 31, 2025

HB 1225: update and repeal provisions related to the reporting of hospital charge information.

This bill updates and repeals existing laws regarding how hospitals in South Dakota must report their charge information. It directly affects healthcare facilities and the state agencies responsible for collecting and analyzing medical billing data. The legislation modifies the requirements for hospitals to submit charge data, likely adjusting the frequency, format, or scope of reporting obligations. By repealing previous provisions, the bill aims to streamline or modernize the process for tracking hospital pricing information.

signed · South Dakota · House Mar 31, 2025

HB 1007: prohibit use of the South Dakota public utilities commission gross receipts tax fund for reimbursement of costs incurred by the Public Utilities Commission.

HB 1007 prohibits the South Dakota Public Utilities Commission from using money from the state's gross receipts tax fund to reimburse its own operating expenses. This change directly affects the state agency by restricting its access to a specific revenue source for internal cost recovery. The bill prevents the commission from drawing funds from the gross receipts tax fund, requiring it to find alternative funding sources for its operational costs. This policy adjustment limits how the agency can manage its budget without changing the overall tax structure or affecting individual taxpayers.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes

signed · South Dakota · House Mar 31, 2025

HB 1216: modify and repeal provisions related to the Legislative Research Council.

HB 1216 modifies and repeals certain provisions related to the Legislative Research Council in South Dakota. The bill directly affects the council's structure and operations by changing existing rules that govern its functions. Key provisions include adjustments to how the council is organized and potentially alters its responsibilities or oversight mechanisms. This legislation aims to update the legal framework surrounding the council without changing its fundamental purpose. The changes are intended to streamline or clarify the council's role within the state legislative process.

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