South Dakota Bills

passed · South Dakota · House Mar 6, 2025

HJR 5006: Proposing and submitting to the voters at the next general election amendments to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, requiring an intervening general election before consideration of an initiated constitutional amendment or initiated measure having the same subject as a previously rejected initiated amendment or measure.

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to South Dakota that would require a general election to occur between the rejection of an initiated constitutional amendment or measure and any future attempt to pass a new one on the same subject. The change directly affects voters and state legislators by adding a procedural step that prevents immediate reconsideration of rejected ballot measures. If passed, this mechanism would ensure that at least one full election cycle must pass before citizens can attempt to reintroduce a similar constitutional change or initiative. The amendment aims to provide additional time for public discussion and reflection on controversial topics before allowing a second vote on the same issue.

passed · South Dakota · House Mar 6, 2025

HB 1168: make an appropriation to enhance the economic health of South Dakota.

The full text for HB 1168 is currently unavailable, preventing a detailed summary of its specific provisions. Based on its title, "make an appropriation to enhance the economic health of South Dakota," this bill would allocate state funds for initiatives intended to improve the economic well-being of the state. Without the bill text, the specific amount, recipients, and mechanisms of this appropriation are unknown.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

signed · South Dakota · House Mar 6, 2025

HB 1099: modify the community paramedic endorsement.

HB 1099 modifies the requirements for a community paramedic endorsement in South Dakota. The bill directly affects healthcare professionals seeking this specific certification to work in community-based emergency care settings. It updates the endorsement criteria to align with current state regulations and training standards for paramedics. This change ensures that community paramedics meet updated qualifications before operating in the state.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

signed · South Dakota · Senate Mar 6, 2025

SB 111: permit a court to order family therapy or reunification therapy in a custody or visitation dispute.

This bill allows courts in South Dakota to order family therapy or reunification therapy when deciding custody or visitation disputes involving children. The legislation gives judges the authority to require parents or guardians to participate in therapeutic sessions aimed at improving family relationships and resolving conflicts. Directly affected parties include parents, guardians, and children involved in custody cases where family dynamics are a central issue. The key provision enables courts to mandate these therapy services as part of their decisions, rather than leaving such interventions entirely to voluntary participation. This change provides an additional tool for judges to address family conflict while making custody determinations.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

signed · South Dakota · House Mar 6, 2025

HB 1044: authorize the use of a newborn safety device for the voluntary surrender of a newborn and to make clarifying changes.

HB 1044 authorizes the use of a newborn safety device, commonly known as a baby box, to allow parents to voluntarily surrender their newborn infants safely. The bill permits hospitals and other facilities to operate these devices and provides a legal framework for the surrender process without requiring parental identification. It also includes clarifying changes to existing laws to ensure the procedure is properly documented and handled by medical professionals. This measure aims to provide a safe alternative for parents who cannot care for their newborns while protecting the child's well-being.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

signed · South Dakota · House Mar 6, 2025

HB 1189: extend by two years the date on which moneys appropriated to the Governor's Office of Economic Development in 2021 for marketing, route restoration, business development, and air service marketing will revert to the general fund.

HB 1189 extends the deadline by two years for funds appropriated to the Governor's Office of Economic Development in 2021 to be returned to the general fund if not spent. The bill directly affects the state's economic development office and the general fund by delaying when unused marketing, route restoration, business development, and air service marketing money must revert. This change allows the office additional time to utilize the designated funds for their intended purposes before the money returns to the state's general treasury. The legislation does not alter how the money is used, only when any remaining balance must be transferred back.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

passed both · South Dakota · House Mar 6, 2025

HCR 6009: Requesting the attorney general to file a lawsuit against the People's Republic of China and related parties to seek damages related to the COVID-19 global pandemic.

This bill requests the South Dakota Attorney General to file a lawsuit against the People's Republic of China and related parties to seek damages related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The measure would direct state legal officials to pursue financial compensation on behalf of the state for losses attributed to the pandemic. It does not specify the exact amount sought or the legal grounds for the claim, leaving those details to the Attorney General's discretion. The bill would only become active if passed by the South Dakota legislature and signed into law.

passed both · South Dakota · House Mar 6, 2025

HB 1204: revise the subpoena powers of the Government Operations and Audit Committee.

This bill amends the subpoena authority of South Dakota's Government Operations and Audit Committee, allowing it to issue subpoenas to witnesses and gather information related to its oversight duties. The change directly affects the committee's ability to investigate state agency operations and enforce compliance with audit requirements. By updating the legal framework for subpoenas, the bill strengthens the committee's procedural tools without altering its core responsibilities or scope. The provision applies specifically to the committee's existing investigative functions rather than creating new oversight powers.

signed · South Dakota · House Mar 6, 2025

HB 1144: adopt the dietitian licensure compact.

This bill proposes adopting the Dietitian Licensure Compact, a multistate agreement that allows registered dietitians to practice across member states with a single license. It directly affects dietitians working in South Dakota and those seeking to practice in other compact states by streamlining licensure requirements. The key provision establishes a portable license system where dietitians can move between member states without applying for new licenses in each location. The bill requires South Dakota to comply with the compact's standards for licensure, renewal, and disciplinary actions to facilitate this interstate practice.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

signed · South Dakota · Senate Mar 6, 2025

SB 93: prohibit payment or rebate of insurance deductibles by contractors providing motor vehicle repair services.

SB 93 prohibits contractors who provide motor vehicle repair services from paying or rebating insurance deductibles to vehicle owners. This law directly affects auto repair shops and consumers who file insurance claims for vehicle damage. The bill aims to prevent repair businesses from offering financial incentives tied to insurance deductibles, which could influence repair decisions or create unfair competition. By banning these payments, the legislation seeks to ensure that repair services are based on legitimate needs rather than financial inducements.

introduced · South Dakota · Senate Mar 6, 2025

SC 815: Honoring Frank Kloucek as the oldest surviving, and longest-tenured Democrat to serve in the South Dakota Legislature.

This bill proposes to honor Frank Kloucek by formally recognizing him as the oldest surviving and longest-tenured Democrat to serve in the South Dakota Legislature. The legislation would likely involve a resolution or official statement acknowledging Kloucek's service record and historical significance within the state's political history. This measure is intended to commemorate Kloucek's contributions and legacy rather than to enact new laws or policies. The bill directly affects Frank Kloucek and the South Dakota Legislature through an official recognition of his service.

passed both · South Dakota · House Mar 6, 2025

HCR 6013: Supporting the Electoral College, denouncing the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact, and inviting interested states to form the Electoral College Interstate Compact.

This bill proposes creating a formal agreement among states to support the Electoral College system and reject the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact. It invites states to join an Electoral College Interstate Compact to ensure the Electoral College remains the method for electing the President and Vice President. The legislation directly affects state legislators and state governments by establishing a framework for inter-state cooperation on election procedures. The bill does not change the current voting process but seeks to strengthen the existing Electoral College system through a formal interstate agreement.

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