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signed · South Dakota · House Mar 31, 2025

HB 1008: include a hybrid facility as a facility to be regulated by the Public Utilities Commission.

HB 1008 amends South Dakota law to classify hybrid energy facilities as facilities regulated by the Public Utilities Commission. This change directly affects utility companies and developers of hybrid power systems, which combine multiple energy sources like solar and wind. The bill requires these facilities to comply with existing utility regulations, including rate-setting and service standards. By expanding the Commission's regulatory authority, the legislation ensures hybrid projects are treated consistently with traditional utility infrastructure.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill expands regulatory oversight to hybrid energy facilities, promoting renewable energy integration and protecting utility consumers through standardized regulations.85% confidence
signed · South Dakota · House Mar 31, 2025

HB 1059: clarify the meaning of teleconference for purposes of open meeting requirements.

HB 1059 clarifies the definition of a teleconference for open meeting laws in South Dakota, directly affecting government bodies that hold meetings using remote communication technology. The bill specifies that teleconferences must still comply with open meeting requirements, ensuring transparency when officials meet remotely. This change aims to prevent ambiguity about whether virtual meetings count as open meetings under state law. The legislation applies to all public entities required to follow open meeting procedures when conducting business through teleconference formats.
Nicole Uhre-Balk (D) Tim Reisch (R) David Kull (R) Eric Emery (D) Carl Perry (R)
signed · South Dakota · House Mar 31, 2025

HB 1131: make an appropriation for the restoration, maintenance, and repair of the state capitol.

This bill allocates funding to the South Dakota state government for the restoration, maintenance, and repair of the state capitol building. The appropriation directly affects state budget officials and the facilities management team responsible for maintaining the capitol. The key provision authorizes the release of state funds specifically designated for physical upkeep and structural improvements of the legislative building. This measure ensures financial resources are available to address necessary repairs and ongoing maintenance needs for the capitol facility.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funds for capitol building restoration and maintenance, directly supporting state budget appropriations for essential government infrastructure.95% confidence
Stephanie Sauder (R) Will Mortenson (R)
signed · South Dakota · House Mar 31, 2025

HB 1221: make an appropriation for victim services provided by nonprofit organizations.

The bill allocates state funding to support victim services offered by nonprofit organizations in South Dakota. It directly affects nonprofit groups that provide assistance to crime victims by granting them financial resources to continue their operations. The key provision is a monetary appropriation that allows these organizations to maintain and expand their programs for victims. This funding aims to ensure continued access to support services for individuals affected by crime.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates state funding for victim services provided by nonprofit organizations, directly advancing fiscal support for essential public services.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides funding for victim services, strengthening support systems for crime victims within the criminal justice framework.85% confidence
Tim Reed (R) Taylor Rehfeldt (R)
signed · South Dakota · House Mar 31, 2025

HB 1071: modify practice criteria for physician assistants.

HB 1071 modifies the practice criteria for physician assistants in South Dakota by updating the rules governing their scope of practice. The bill directly affects physician assistants working in the state and the medical facilities that employ them. Key provisions likely adjust requirements for supervision, prescribing authority, or practice settings to align with current medical standards. This change aims to clarify the legal framework under which physician assistants can provide healthcare services. The legislation does not specify exact modifications without access to the full text, but it focuses on regulatory updates rather than creating new programs.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill updates physician assistant practice criteria to align with current medical standards, potentially improving patient access and healthcare service delivery.75% confidence
Al Novstrup (R) Arch Beal (R) Heather Baxter (R) Stephanie Sauder (R) Jana Hunt (R)
signed · South Dakota · House Mar 31, 2025

HB 1016: revise provisions related to pharmacy and to increase fees.

HB 1016 proposes changes to pharmacy regulations in South Dakota and increases associated fees. The bill directly affects licensed pharmacists, pharmacy owners, and healthcare facilities operating within the state. Key provisions include revising existing pharmacy-related rules and adjusting fee structures to generate additional revenue for the state's pharmacy board. These changes aim to update administrative requirements and funding mechanisms for pharmacy oversight without altering core patient care standards.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases fees to generate additional revenue for state pharmacy board, strengthening funding for regulatory oversight and administrative functions.75% confidence
signed · South Dakota · House Mar 31, 2025

HB 1005: modify the requirement for payment of a private home study by the Department of Social Services.

HB 1005 modifies the requirement for the South Dakota Department of Social Services to pay for private home studies. This bill directly affects individuals seeking adoption or foster care placement within the state. The key provision removes or alters the mandate that the department must cover the cost of these home studies, which are assessments of a prospective caregiver's home environment. This change shifts the financial responsibility for these studies away from the state agency. The bill focuses on the specific policy adjustment regarding payment obligations without addressing broader adoption or foster care outcomes.
signed · South Dakota · House Mar 31, 2025

HB 1238: establish protections for a veteran seeking assistance in a veterans' benefit matter.

HB 1238 establishes protections for veterans who are seeking assistance with veterans' benefit matters in South Dakota. The bill requires state agencies to provide specific safeguards when veterans request help with their benefits, ensuring they receive appropriate support without unnecessary barriers. Key provisions likely include guidelines for how agencies must respond to veteran inquiries and protections against delays or denials during the assistance process. This legislation directly affects veterans navigating the benefits system and the state agencies responsible for handling their requests.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes protections for veterans seeking assistance with benefits, ensuring appropriate support without barriers and safeguarding against delays or denials.90% confidence
Tim Reisch (R) Eric Emery (D) Peri Pourier (R) Erik Muckey (D) Tim Goodwin (R)
signed · South Dakota · House Mar 31, 2025

HB 1036: establish a minimum combined balance of the budget reserve fund and general revenue replacement fund.

HB 1036 establishes a minimum combined balance requirement for South Dakota's budget reserve fund and general revenue replacement fund. This provision directly affects state financial management by setting a floor for how much money must remain in these two specific funds. The bill ensures that the total balance between these funds cannot fall below a specified threshold, providing a financial safety net for the state. By mandating this minimum balance, the legislation aims to maintain fiscal stability without dictating specific spending or revenue policies.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes minimum balance requirements for state funds, promoting fiscal responsibility and financial stability in state budget management.90% confidence
signed · South Dakota · House Mar 31, 2025

HB 1037: suspend the tax collection allowance credit for filing returns and remitting taxes electronically.

HB 1037 suspends a tax collection allowance credit that was previously available to individuals who file tax returns and remit taxes electronically. This change directly affects South Dakota taxpayers who rely on the credit to offset their tax liability when using electronic filing methods. The bill removes the financial incentive for choosing electronic filing, requiring taxpayers to pay the full amount of their tax liability without the credit adjustment. This policy adjustment applies to all filers subject to the tax collection allowance credit under current South Dakota tax law.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill removes tax credit for electronic filing, increasing tax burden on taxpayers and reducing financial incentives for efficient tax payment methods.90% confidence
signed · South Dakota · House Mar 31, 2025

HB 1161: allow additional forms to verify military service for a veteran designation on a commercial driver license or commercial learner's permit.

HB 1161 allows South Dakota to accept additional forms of documentation to verify military service when veterans apply for commercial driver's licenses or commercial learner's permits. The bill expands the types of records that can be used to prove military service beyond standard discharge papers, making it easier for veterans to obtain the veteran designation on their licenses. This change directly affects military veterans seeking commercial driving credentials in South Dakota by providing more flexible verification options. The legislation does not alter the requirements for obtaining a commercial license itself, only the documentation needed to qualify for the veteran designation.
Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill expands documentation options for veterans seeking commercial driver licenses, facilitating access to transportation employment and improving veteran support within the transportation sector.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands documentation options to verify military service, making it easier for veterans to obtain veteran designation on commercial licenses, thus supporting veteran recognition and benefits.90% confidence
Nicole Uhre-Balk (D) Heather Baxter (R) Tim Reisch (R) Eric Emery (D) Peri Pourier (R)
signed · South Dakota · House Mar 31, 2025

HB 1015: increase licensure fees related to the practice of funeral service and cremation.

HB 1015 proposes to increase the fees required for licensing funeral service and cremation practices in South Dakota. This change directly affects funeral home operators, cremation service providers, and individuals seeking these professional licenses. The bill would raise the financial costs associated with obtaining and maintaining these business permits, though it does not specify the exact fee amounts or implementation timeline. The legislation focuses solely on adjusting regulatory fees without altering other operational requirements for these businesses.
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