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All 5,366 Active 875 In committee 382 Passed 1,789 Signed 2,134 Failed 546

vetoed · South Dakota · House Mar 31, 2025

HB 1132: establish provisions for eligibility in the child care assistance program for certain child care employees.

HB 1132 modifies the South Dakota child care assistance program to include certain child care employees as eligible recipients. The bill establishes specific criteria that allow these workers to receive financial support for their own children's care needs. This change directly affects child care providers and their families who currently do not qualify for assistance. The provision aims to expand access to child care subsidies for a group of workers who typically provide care to others.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

signed · South Dakota · Senate Mar 31, 2025

SB 176: clarify the discovery procedures and powers and to modify the administration of the Government Operations and Audit Committee.

SB 176 aims to clarify discovery procedures and modify the administration of the Government Operations and Audit Committee in South Dakota. The bill updates how information is gathered during investigations and adjusts the committee's operational structure to improve oversight efficiency. These changes directly affect state government officials and the audit committee members who will implement the new procedures. The legislation focuses on refining existing processes rather than introducing new investigative powers or altering the committee's core responsibilities.

vetoed · South Dakota · House Mar 31, 2025

HB 1169: modify the signature requirement for a petition to initiate a constitutional amendment.

This bill modifies the signature requirement for petitions used to initiate constitutional amendments in South Dakota. It directly affects citizens who wish to propose changes to the state constitution by altering the number of valid signatures needed on these petitions. The key provision changes the threshold of voter signatures required to place a constitutional amendment on the ballot, making the process more or less accessible depending on the new numerical requirement. This change impacts the procedural steps for citizens seeking to propose constitutional changes but does not alter the content or approval process for amendments themselves.

signed · South Dakota · Senate Mar 31, 2025

SB 120: update the membership of the Animal Industry Board to include a poultry producer.

SB 120 amends the membership of South Dakota's Animal Industry Board by adding a representative from the poultry industry. This change directly affects the board's composition by ensuring poultry producers have a voice in state animal health and industry regulations. The bill establishes a new voting member position to balance representation across different agricultural sectors. This adjustment modifies the existing statutory requirements for board appointments without altering the board's overall authority or responsibilities.

signed · South Dakota · Senate Mar 31, 2025

SB 215: remove the prohibition against a landowner having an easement on the landowner's property.

SB 215 removes a prohibition in South Dakota that prevented landowners from having an easement on their own property. This change directly affects landowners by allowing them to grant easements on land they already own. The bill amends existing state statutes to clarify that such easements are legally permissible. This policy adjustment enables landowners to manage their property rights more flexibly without legal restrictions.

signed · South Dakota · Senate Mar 31, 2025

SB 3: increase driver license fees.

The bill proposes increasing the fees for driver licenses in South Dakota. It directly affects all residents and visitors who apply for or renew their driving permits in the state. The key provision is a specific fee adjustment that would generate additional revenue for the state's transportation and licensing systems. This change does not alter eligibility requirements or the process for obtaining a license, only the cost associated with the service.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

signed · South Dakota · Senate Mar 31, 2025

SB 115: revise a provision related to sexual contact with a child under eighteen.

SB 115 proposes to update South Dakota law regarding sexual contact with minors under the age of eighteen. The bill directly affects individuals who may be charged with such offenses and legal professionals handling related cases. It revises specific provisions to clarify or modify how sexual contact with children is defined or prosecuted under state statutes. The legislation aims to ensure the legal framework accurately reflects current standards for protecting minors from sexual exploitation.

signed · South Dakota · Senate Mar 31, 2025

SB 143: modify the composition and staffing requirements of the South Dakota-Ireland Trade Commission.

This bill modifies the structure and staffing rules for the South Dakota-Ireland Trade Commission. It directly affects the commission's members and employees by changing how they are appointed and how many staff members the commission must have. The key provisions adjust the composition requirements and establish new staffing standards for the commission's operations. These changes aim to update the commission's framework to better support trade activities between South Dakota and Ireland.

signed · South Dakota · Senate Mar 31, 2025

SB 106: require an individual be registered as a voter of this state before being eligible to be a petition sponsor for a ballot measure.

This bill requires individuals to be registered voters in South Dakota before they can sponsor petitions for ballot measures. It directly affects petition sponsors by adding a voter registration requirement to their eligibility. The key provision mandates that petition sponsors must meet the same voter registration standards as other voters in the state. This change ensures that only registered voters can initiate ballot measure campaigns.

signed · South Dakota · Senate Mar 31, 2025

SB 14: revise and repeal provisions related to agricultural production facilities and to provide a penalty therefor.

SB 14 is a legislative bill that aims to update and repeal existing laws governing agricultural production facilities in South Dakota. The bill directly affects farmers, agricultural businesses, and local communities by modifying regulations related to the operation and establishment of these facilities. Key provisions include revising current legal requirements and establishing penalties for non-compliance with the updated rules. This legislation seeks to clarify and modernize the legal framework surrounding agricultural production without changing the fundamental purpose of these facilities.

signed · South Dakota · Senate Mar 31, 2025

SB 128: amend requirements for an official newspaper.

SB 128 proposes changes to the requirements for an official newspaper in South Dakota. The bill directly affects the state's designated official newspaper and the entities responsible for publishing it. It modifies existing rules regarding how the newspaper must operate or be maintained to fulfill its official role. The specific provisions adjust the criteria that the newspaper must meet to remain compliant with state regulations.

signed · South Dakota · Senate Mar 31, 2025

SB 24: revise provisions relating to the promulgation of rules to set licensing and inspection fees for plumbers and related professions.

This bill proposes to update the rules governing how licensing and inspection fees are established for plumbers and related trades in South Dakota. It directly affects plumbing professionals, contractors, and the state agencies responsible for regulating these professions. The key mechanism involves revising the statutory language that outlines the process for setting these fees, ensuring the regulations align with current administrative practices. This change aims to clarify the legal framework for fee assessments without altering the actual fee amounts themselves.