Rep. Spencer Gosch

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits the state of South Dakota from using eminent domain to acquire private property for the construction of pipelines transporting carbon dioxide. It directly affects landowners and communities that might otherwise face forced property acquisition for such infrastructure projects. The key provision restricts the government's power of eminent domain specifically to carbon oxide pipeline projects, leaving other types of pipeline projects unaffected. This change aims to limit government authority over private property rights in the context of carbon capture and storage infrastructure development.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits candidates for federal office from accepting contributions or loans from authorized committees established for their campaigns. It directly affects federal candidates and their campaign finance operations within South Dakota. The key provision is a ban on financial support from these specific committees, aiming to restrict how federal candidates can raise funds. This change applies only to federal office positions and does not alter rules for state or local elections.

Maddy summaryHB 1200 allows school districts in South Dakota to offer merit-based pay as part of teacher compensation packages. This legislation authorizes districts to design and implement programs where teachers receive additional pay based on performance metrics, though it does not mandate such programs. The bill directly affects school district administrators and teachers by providing flexibility in structuring salary incentives. It requires districts to establish clear criteria for evaluating teacher performance before implementing any merit pay system. The measure remains optional for districts, meaning participation is not required under this law.

Maddy summaryHB 1124 removes a requirement for individuals to possess a registry card in South Dakota. This change directly affects people who previously needed to carry physical documentation to prove their registration status. The bill eliminates this possession mandate without altering the underlying registration system itself. As a result, individuals can maintain their registry status through other means without needing to carry the card.

Maddy summaryThis 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.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits the use of paid petition circulators in South Dakota and establishes penalties for violations. It directly affects individuals who collect signatures on petitions and organizations that employ them for this purpose. The legislation requires petition circulators to be volunteers rather than compensated workers, aiming to ensure the authenticity of the signature collection process. Violations of this rule would result in legal penalties as specified in the bill. The measure focuses on regulating the method of petition gathering without addressing the content of the petitions themselves.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a constitutional amendment to move the state's accounting system from the Bureau of Finance and Management to the state auditor's office. It would also update related provisions governing the Bureau of Finance and Management to reflect this change in responsibility. The measure requires voter approval at the next general election before it can take effect. This change would alter how the state handles financial record-keeping and oversight by shifting authority to a different agency.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits South Dakota state agencies from enforcing or implementing directives issued by intergovernmental organizations. It applies to all state departments and officials who might otherwise comply with such external mandates. The legislation establishes penalties for any person or entity that violates this prohibition by enforcing or implementing these directives. The bill aims to ensure state compliance with state laws over external organizational requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 1183 modifies the funding formula for certain school districts in South Dakota by adjusting the base amount of other revenue available to them. This change directly impacts the financial resources that specific school districts can access for their operations. The bill does not specify the exact amount of the adjustment or the criteria for which districts qualify. It represents a policy change in how state revenue is distributed to support local education funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the transfer of state funds and provides an appropriation for the operations of the South Dakota State Library. It directly affects the state library by ensuring it has the necessary financial resources to continue its functions. The key mechanism involves moving specific moneys from one state account to another and allocating additional funds for library operations. This legislative action supports the library's ability to serve the public without changing its core mission or services.