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failed · South Dakota · House Feb 13, 2025

HB 1121: revise passenger limits for holders of restricted minor's driving permits.

This bill proposes to change the passenger restrictions for drivers holding a restricted minor's driving permit in South Dakota. The key provision would adjust the maximum number of passengers allowed in a vehicle driven by a minor with this specific permit. This change directly affects young drivers and their parents or guardians who must comply with the new passenger limits. The bill does not specify the exact numerical change but aims to revise the existing rules governing these permits.

Heather Baxter (R) Stephanie Sauder (R) Will Mortenson (R) Eric Emery (D) Terri Jorgenson (R)

died · South Dakota · Senate Feb 12, 2025

SB 162: establish a biomonitoring pilot program for firefighters and to make an appropriation therefor.

This bill establishes a pilot program to monitor the health of firefighters by collecting biological data on their exposure to hazardous substances. It directly affects firefighters in South Dakota by creating a structured system to track potential health risks associated with their work. The legislation includes funding to support the implementation and operation of this monitoring initiative. The program will serve as a test case to determine the effectiveness of such health surveillance before considering broader application.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · South Dakota · Senate Feb 12, 2025

SB 197: enhance education in South Dakota.

SB 197 is a symbolic bill that declares the South Dakota Legislature's intent to improve education within the state. It does not create any new laws, funding, or specific requirements for schools or students. As a purely declarative measure, it serves as a statement of purpose rather than a functional policy change.

died · South Dakota · House Feb 12, 2025

HB 1247: modify massage therapist licensure requirements and to create a penalty therefor.

HB 1247 proposes changes to the licensure requirements for massage therapists in South Dakota. The bill would modify the current standards for obtaining a massage therapy license and establishes penalties for individuals who practice without meeting these new requirements. These changes directly affect massage therapists seeking licensure and the public they serve. The legislation aims to clarify professional standards and provide enforcement mechanisms for non-compliance.

died · South Dakota · House Feb 11, 2025

HB 1233: provide hearing aids to children and make an appropriation therefor.

HB 1233 allocates state funding to provide hearing aids to children in South Dakota who require them. The bill establishes a mechanism for distributing these devices to eligible minors through designated healthcare providers or programs. It directly affects families with children who have hearing impairments by ensuring access to necessary assistive technology. The legislation authorizes specific appropriations to cover the costs of purchasing and distributing the hearing aids.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Technology

died · South Dakota · Senate Feb 11, 2025

SB 160: revise exceptions to the imposition of a Class 2 misdemeanor when no other penalty is provided by statute.

This bill proposes to revise the exceptions for imposing a Class 2 misdemeanor penalty in South Dakota when no other penalty is specified by statute. It directly affects state courts and law enforcement by clarifying when misdemeanor charges can be applied in the absence of specific statutory penalties. The key mechanism involves updating existing legal guidelines to ensure consistency in how misdemeanor charges are assessed across different situations. This change aims to standardize penalty application without introducing new criminal offenses or altering existing sentencing structures.

died · South Dakota · Senate Feb 11, 2025

SB 187: prohibit political subdivisions from interfering with immigration enforcement.

This bill prohibits local governments in South Dakota from interfering with federal immigration enforcement activities. It requires local law enforcement agencies to cooperate with federal authorities on immigration-related matters and restricts local officials from creating policies that contradict federal immigration laws. The legislation directly affects county sheriffs, municipal police departments, and other local government entities by limiting their ability to challenge or obstruct federal immigration operations.

Topics ✗ Immigration

died · South Dakota · House Feb 10, 2025

HB 1153: authorize a law enforcement officer to temporarily detain an individual who is reasonably suspected of committing a crime and to provide a penalty therefor.

This bill authorizes law enforcement officers to temporarily detain individuals who are reasonably suspected of committing a crime and establishes penalties for violations of this detention authority. The legislation directly affects police officers and individuals who may be detained under these new provisions. It creates a legal framework for temporary detention based on reasonable suspicion rather than probable cause, while also defining the consequences for those who resist or violate the detention process. The bill aims to provide clearer guidelines for law enforcement interactions while maintaining accountability through specified penalties.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

died · South Dakota · Senate Feb 10, 2025

SB 209: modify aircraft registration fees and to provide a penalty therefor.

This bill modifies aircraft registration fees in South Dakota and establishes penalties for non-compliance. It directly affects aircraft owners and operators who must register their planes with the state. The legislation adjusts the fee structure and outlines consequences for failing to pay or maintain proper registration. These changes aim to streamline the registration process while ensuring accountability through defined penalties.

died · South Dakota · House Feb 10, 2025

HB 1240: require an affidavit of succession for purposes of succeeding to the ownership of an abandoned mineral interest.

This bill requires individuals claiming ownership of abandoned mineral interests to submit a sworn affidavit proving their right to succeed to that ownership. It directly affects heirs, beneficiaries, or other parties seeking to take over mineral rights from owners who have left no clear successor. The key provision mandates that this affidavit be filed with the appropriate state authority before the mineral interest can be legally transferred. This change aims to ensure proper documentation and verification in the succession process for abandoned mineral assets.

died · South Dakota · House Feb 7, 2025

HB 1269: authorize display of certain flags on public property.

HB 1269 authorizes the display of certain flags on public property in South Dakota. The bill allows government entities to fly flags that are not the state or national flag, provided they are displayed alongside the state and national flags. This change permits public buildings and grounds to display flags such as those representing veterans, organizations, or other specific groups. The legislation does not require approval for each flag display but establishes guidelines for their proper arrangement.

Topics ✓ Veterans

died · South Dakota · House Feb 7, 2025

HB 1257: revise provisions related to the identification of minors in certain public records.

This bill modifies how minors are identified in specific public records within South Dakota. It directly affects government agencies that maintain or release public documents containing information about minors. The key provision requires these agencies to follow updated rules for redacting or limiting the identification of minors in certain records. This change aims to provide clearer guidance on protecting the privacy of young people in official documentation. The bill does not create new offenses or penalties but adjusts existing administrative procedures for record management.

Topics ✓ Technology