Rep. Kadyn Wittman

Primary HB 1060

Passed · South Dakota House · Lead sponsor

revise a provision related to civil commitment following a determination of mental incompetency.

Maddy summaryHB 1060 amends South Dakota law to update procedures for civil commitment cases involving individuals declared mentally incompetent. The bill modifies how courts handle the commitment process after a determination of incompetency is made, ensuring alignment with current legal standards. It directly affects judges, legal professionals, and individuals subject to civil commitment proceedings by refining the statutory requirements for such cases. The legislation focuses on procedural adjustments rather than changing the underlying authority for civil commitment itself.

Passed Jan 24, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SC 802

Introduced · South Dakota Senate · Lead sponsor

Honoring Callie Mueller of Florence, South Dakota, on being named Miss Rodeo America 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill honors Callie Mueller of Florence, South Dakota, for being named Miss Rodeo America 2025. It designates a state building or facility to bear her name in recognition of her achievement. The measure does not alter laws or policies but serves as a commemorative gesture to acknowledge her accomplishment.

Introduced Jan 24, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 1018

Passed · South Dakota House · Lead sponsor

require the Department of Revenue provide an annual report to tribal governments regarding certain tax collections.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the South Dakota Department of Revenue to submit an annual report to tribal governments detailing certain tax collections. The provision aims to increase transparency by providing tribes with information about tax revenues related to their jurisdictions. The report would be generated annually and distributed directly to tribal government entities. This change does not alter existing tax laws but adds a reporting requirement for administrative oversight.

Passed Jan 23, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SC 801

Introduced · South Dakota Senate · Lead sponsor

Recognizing and expressing gratitude to South Dakota Wildland Fire and Black Hills volunteer fire departments for their quick response and cooperation on Black Hills wildfires.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes and expresses gratitude to South Dakota Wildland Fire and Black Hills volunteer fire departments for their rapid response and cooperation during the Black Hills wildfires. It serves as a commemorative resolution honoring the efforts of these specific fire service groups rather than creating new laws or funding. The measure does not alter existing policies or regulations but instead provides official acknowledgment of the departments' contributions to wildfire management.

Introduced Jan 16, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 1201

Signed into law · South Dakota House · Lead sponsor

make an appropriation for the teacher apprenticeship pathway program.

Signed into law Mar 26, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 1093

Signed into law · South Dakota House · Lead sponsor

make an appropriation to provide a grant for the construction of a facility to provide certain health facilities and services.

Signed into law Mar 26, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 83

Signed into law · South Dakota Senate · Lead sponsor

make an appropriation for the revised construction costs of maintenance shops for the Wildland Fire Suppression Division and to declare an emergency.

Signed into law Mar 26, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 1098

Signed into law · South Dakota House · Lead sponsor

provide free birth certificates to persons experiencing homelessness.

Signed into law Mar 26, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 1131

Signed into law · South Dakota House · Lead sponsor

waive certain fees for nondriver identification cards for individuals who are homeless.

Signed into law Mar 26, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 1

Signed into law · South Dakota Senate · Lead sponsor

expand eligibility for the reduced tuition benefit for certain school district and Head Start employees at Board of Regents institutions to school counselors.

Signed into law Mar 26, 2024 0 co-sponsors