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failed · South Dakota · Senate Feb 7, 2025

SB 161: establish a maximum school administrator salary.

SB 161 proposes to set a maximum salary limit for school administrators in South Dakota. The bill directly affects school districts and the administrators who work within them by capping their compensation. It establishes a specific dollar amount or formula that determines the highest salary an administrator can earn, preventing pay from exceeding that threshold. This measure aims to control education spending by ensuring administrator salaries remain within a defined range.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill caps administrator salaries, restricting education spending and limiting compensation for school leaders, which opposes budget flexibility and funding for essential personnel.85% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill caps administrator salaries, which restricts compensation for school leaders and limits educational management resources.85% confidence
Sue Peterson (R) Bobbi Andera (R) Heather Baxter (R) Liz May (R) Julie Auch (R)
passed · South Dakota · House Feb 7, 2025

HB 1102: require the submission of medical, dental, and pharmaceutical claims data to the Division of Insurance and to establish a health care data system.

This bill requires healthcare providers in South Dakota to submit medical, dental, and pharmaceutical claims data to the state Division of Insurance. The collected information would be used to create a centralized health care data system for analysis and oversight purposes. Healthcare facilities and insurance companies would be directly affected by the new reporting requirements. The legislation aims to improve data collection without specifying particular policy outcomes or advocating for specific healthcare reforms.
Bobbi Andera (R) Heather Baxter (R) Logan Manhart (R) Carl Perry (R) Josephine Garcia (R)
passed · South Dakota · House Feb 6, 2025

HB 1146: require hospitals to implement drug testing programs.

HB 1146 requires hospitals in South Dakota to implement drug testing programs for patients. The bill directly affects healthcare facilities and patients by mandating that hospitals conduct drug screenings as part of their care protocols. Key provisions would establish specific testing requirements and procedures that hospitals must follow to comply with the law. This legislation aims to standardize drug testing practices across the state's hospital system.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates drug testing in hospitals to improve patient safety and care quality, strengthening healthcare protocols.85% confidence
Josephine Garcia (R)
passed · South Dakota · House Feb 6, 2025

HB 1050: authorize municipalities to impose a new tax to fund capital improvement projects.

This bill authorizes municipalities in South Dakota to impose a new tax specifically to fund capital improvement projects. It directly affects local governments by giving them the legal authority to levy this tax for infrastructure and development needs. The key provision allows these local entities to generate revenue for physical improvements such as roads, buildings, and public facilities. This change enables municipalities to finance long-term infrastructure investments without relying solely on existing funding sources.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes municipalities to impose new taxes to fund capital improvements, directly strengthening local budget capacity for infrastructure and public facilities.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill authorizes municipalities to impose taxes specifically for capital improvements including roads and infrastructure, directly funding transportation projects.85% confidence
Nicole Uhre-Balk (D) David Kull (R) Eric Emery (D) Carl Perry (R) Tim Reed (R)
died · South Dakota · House Feb 6, 2025

HB 1212: revise the authority to establish and maintain a training program for county coroners.

HB 1212 amends South Dakota law to clarify the authority of county coroners to establish and maintain training programs for their staff. The bill directly affects county coroners and the personnel working under their supervision by updating the legal framework governing their training initiatives. This change ensures that coroners have clear statutory authority to organize and fund professional development programs for their teams. The provision does not alter the core duties of coroners but rather strengthens the legal basis for their training efforts.
Mike Weisgram (R)
died · South Dakota · House Feb 6, 2025

HB 1147: require that public entities submit to forensic accounting in cases of financial misconduct.

HB 1147 requires public entities in South Dakota to undergo forensic accounting when financial misconduct is suspected. This provision ensures that independent experts examine financial records to identify irregularities or fraud. The bill directly affects government agencies and organizations that manage public funds. By mandating forensic reviews, the legislation aims to improve transparency and accountability in public financial management.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill promotes fiscal responsibility and accountability by requiring forensic accounting for financial misconduct, strengthening public fiscal administration and government operations.85% confidence
Josephine Garcia (R)
introduced · South Dakota · House Feb 6, 2025

HC 8009: Celebrating the state championship win by the Mitchell High School boys basketball team.

This bill is a commemorative resolution that formally recognizes the Mitchell High School boys basketball team's state championship victory. It does not create new laws, allocate funds, or change existing policies, but rather serves as an official acknowledgment of the team's achievement. The measure directly affects the school and the community by providing a formal record of the accomplishment within the legislative record.
Kaley Nolz (R)
introduced · South Dakota · House Feb 6, 2025

HC 8008: Recognizing Scouting America Day at the Capitol and celebrating Scouting America on the occasion of its one hundred fifteenth anniversary.

This bill proposes to recognize Scouting America Day at the South Dakota Capitol to celebrate the organization's 115th anniversary. It would allow for official acknowledgment of Scouting America's contributions to youth development through its programs and activities. The measure does not create new funding or policy changes but serves as a commemorative resolution honoring the organization's history and impact.
Al Novstrup (R) Karla Lems (R) Sue Peterson (R) Travis Ismay (R) Heather Baxter (R)
introduced · South Dakota · Senate Feb 6, 2025

SC 805: Celebrating and honoring Tabor's Czech Days annual festivities on the occasion of its seventy-sixth anniversary.

This bill commemorates the seventy-sixth anniversary of Tabor's Czech Days annual festivities in South Dakota. It formally recognizes and honors this long-standing cultural celebration within the state legislature. The measure serves as a commemorative resolution rather than establishing new laws or funding.
Tim Reisch (R) Eric Emery (D) Carl Perry (R) Tim Reed (R) Casey Crabtree (R)
passed · South Dakota · Senate Feb 6, 2025

SB 98: update references in certain statutes to the 2024 standard building codes.

SB 98 updates references in certain South Dakota statutes to align with the 2024 standard building codes. This bill directly affects state agencies and local jurisdictions responsible for enforcing building regulations. The key provision amends existing laws to ensure consistency with the latest building code standards. This change ensures that building requirements across the state remain current and uniform.
Nicole Uhre-Balk (D) David Kull (R) Tim Reed (R) Liz Larson (D) Kadyn Wittman (D)
introduced · South Dakota · Senate Feb 6, 2025

SC 806: Honoring Jonni Arpan, of Eagle Butte, a member of the Eagle Butte School District Board of Education, on her selection as the Associated School Boards of South Dakota 2024 Outstanding School Board Member.

This bill honors Jonni Arpan of Eagle Butte for her selection as the Associated School Boards of South Dakota 2024 Outstanding School Board Member. It formally recognizes her contributions to the Eagle Butte School District Board of Education through a legislative resolution. The measure does not change any laws or policies but serves as an official commendation of her service and achievement.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill honors an outstanding school board member, recognizing contributions to education leadership and governance.75% confidence
Travis Ismay (R) Sam Marty (R) Carl Perry (R) Casey Crabtree (R) Randy Deibert (R)
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