South Dakota Bills

signed · South Dakota · House Feb 25, 2025

HB 1074: modify the individuals eligible to sign an affidavit of homelessness for purposes of obtaining a free copy of a birth certificate.

This bill modifies South Dakota law to expand who can sign an affidavit of homelessness when a person seeks a free copy of their birth certificate. Previously, only specific individuals like parents or guardians could sign this affidavit, but the bill allows additional categories of people to do so. The change aims to make it easier for homeless individuals to access their birth records without paying fees. The bill does not alter the requirement that the affidavit must be signed by someone who knows the individual is homeless, only who qualifies to sign it.

Nicole Uhre-Balk (D) David Kull (R) Eric Emery (D) Liz Larson (D) Erin Healy (D)

failed · South Dakota · House Feb 25, 2025

HB 1038: repeal provisions regarding the state payment for burial of veterans.

HB 1038 repeals state provisions related to the payment for burial of veterans in South Dakota. This legislative change directly affects the state's financial responsibilities regarding veteran funerals and removes existing rules governing these payments. The bill eliminates specific statutory language that previously outlined how the state would fund or manage burial costs for veterans. By removing these provisions, the bill alters the legal framework for veteran burial support without adding new requirements or funding mechanisms.

Topics ✗ Veterans

failed · South Dakota · Senate Feb 25, 2025

SB 147: promote and enhance the greatness of South Dakota.

SB 147 is a symbolic bill introduced to promote and enhance the greatness of South Dakota. The legislation contains no substantive policy changes, funding allocations, or operational provisions. It does not directly affect any individuals, organizations, or government entities. The bill serves solely as a commemorative measure without altering existing laws or creating new obligations.

passed · South Dakota · Senate Feb 25, 2025

SR 702: Supporting the repeal of the Sioux-Dakota Removal Act.

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introduced · South Dakota · House Feb 25, 2025

HC 8015: Honoring the 2025 South Dakota Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s Youth of the Year finalists.

This bill would recognize the finalists for the 2025 South Dakota Boys & Girls Clubs of America's Youth of the Year award. It directs the state to honor these young individuals, likely through a formal ceremony or public acknowledgment. The measure directly affects the Boys & Girls Clubs organization and the nominated youth participants. It does not allocate new funding or create new legal obligations, but rather serves as a commemorative recognition.

passed · South Dakota · Senate Feb 25, 2025

SB 150: improve South Dakota.

SB 150 is a procedural bill introduced in the 2025 South Dakota Legislature that contains no substantive policy provisions. The text consists only of a title and a single section stating the bill's purpose is to improve the state, without defining any specific actions, programs, or requirements. As a result, the bill does not directly affect any individuals or entities and does not establish new mechanisms or change existing laws.

signed · South Dakota · Senate Feb 25, 2025

SB 33: make appropriations for water and environmental purposes and to declare an emergency.

SB 33 is a budget bill that allocates state funds for water and environmental protection programs in South Dakota. The legislation authorizes specific spending amounts for various environmental initiatives and declares an emergency to expedite the funding process. This bill directly impacts state agencies responsible for managing water resources and environmental conservation efforts. The emergency declaration allows the state to bypass certain standard procedural requirements to ensure timely distribution of the appropriated funds.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Environment

signed · South Dakota · Senate Feb 25, 2025

SB 47: clarify eligibility for licensure as a video lottery operator.

SB 47 clarifies the eligibility requirements for individuals seeking licensure as video lottery operators in South Dakota. The bill updates existing regulations to specify who may qualify for this professional license, ensuring that only eligible applicants can operate video lottery terminals. By defining clearer standards for licensure, the legislation aims to streamline the approval process for qualified candidates. This change directly affects applicants and current operators of video lottery systems within the state.

passed · South Dakota · House Feb 25, 2025

HB 1186: provide for the revision and eventual repeal of the employer's investment in South Dakota's future fee.

This bill proposes to revise and eventually repeal a fee that requires employers to contribute to South Dakota's future investment fund. The legislation directly affects businesses and employers within the state who currently pay this fee. Key provisions would modify the existing requirements and establish a timeline for eliminating the fee entirely. The bill aims to change how employer contributions are handled and managed under state law.

in committee · South Dakota · Senate Feb 25, 2025

SB 124: establish the Incarceration Task Force.

SB 124 establishes the Incarceration Task Force in South Dakota to address issues related to the state's prison system. The bill creates a committee tasked with reviewing incarceration practices and making recommendations to improve the correctional system. This task force will directly affect state policymakers and correctional facilities by providing a structured body to analyze and propose changes to how the state handles imprisonment. The legislation focuses on creating an organized approach to examining current incarceration policies rather than implementing specific immediate changes.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

signed · South Dakota · Senate Feb 25, 2025

SB 81: prohibit the use of a firearms code for transactions involving firearms, accessories, components, and ammunition and to provide a civil penalty therefor.

SB 81 prohibits the use of firearms codes in transactions involving firearms, accessories, components, and ammunition. It directly affects individuals and businesses conducting firearm-related sales or exchanges. The bill establishes a civil penalty for anyone who violates this prohibition by using such codes during transactions. This measure aims to increase transparency and accountability in firearm commerce by banning coded communication methods.

failed · South Dakota · House Feb 25, 2025

HB 1228: require an environmental impact statement from applicants seeking a carbon dioxide transmission facility permit from the Public Utilities Commission of the State of South Dakota.

This bill requires applicants seeking permits for carbon dioxide transmission facilities from the Public Utilities Commission of South Dakota to submit an environmental impact statement. The provision ensures that potential environmental effects of these facilities are formally evaluated before approval. This change directly affects companies and developers applying for such permits and the regulatory body reviewing them. The bill mandates a specific procedural step to assess environmental consequences without altering the underlying approval process.

Topics ✓ Environment

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