Rep. Liz May

Maddy summaryThis bill ends state-funded bounty payments for predators that damage bird nests and transfers the money to the general fund. It directly affects wildlife management programs and taxpayers who previously funded these payments. The legislation declares an emergency to allow the changes to take effect quickly. By eliminating the bounty system, the state shifts away from paying individuals to kill nest predators and instead reallocates those funds to general state purposes.

Maddy summaryHB 1010 requires certain programs and institutions in South Dakota to submit cost model reports detailing their financial structures and operational expenses. This legislation directly affects organizations that receive state funding or operate under specific regulatory frameworks, mandating transparency in how they allocate resources. The bill establishes a reporting mechanism where these entities must provide detailed financial data to state officials for review and oversight. By standardizing cost reporting requirements, the law aims to improve accountability and ensure public funds are utilized efficiently across covered programs.

Maddy summarySB 210 clarifies the oversight role of the Interim Rules Review Committee regarding emergency rulemaking in South Dakota. The bill directly affects state agencies that create emergency rules and the committee members who review them. It establishes clearer procedures for how the committee monitors and evaluates these urgent regulations to ensure proper accountability. This change aims to improve transparency in the emergency rulemaking process without altering the substantive content of the rules themselves.

Maddy summarySB 183 establishes new requirements for state agencies in South Dakota when they apply for federal grants. The bill directly affects state government departments and agencies seeking funding from the federal government. It mandates that these agencies follow specific procedures and documentation standards during the grant application process. The legislation aims to ensure compliance with federal grant regulations by setting clear guidelines for state entities.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires that every permanent or emergency administrative rule proposal receive approval from an elected official before being submitted to the Legislative Research Council. The provision directly affects state agencies that create administrative rules and the elected officials who must review them. Under this measure, agencies cannot submit rule proposals without first obtaining the necessary approval from an elected representative. This change adds an additional layer of oversight into the rulemaking process before rules reach the legislative review stage.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits medical providers from reporting unpaid medical debt to credit reporting agencies in South Dakota. It directly affects healthcare providers, medical collection agencies, and consumers with outstanding medical bills. The law includes a penalty provision for violations, though specific penalty amounts are not detailed in the title. This change aims to prevent medical debt from impacting consumers' credit scores.

Maddy summaryHB 1185 prohibits the use of public education funds for lobbying activities in South Dakota. This law directly affects school districts and state education agencies by restricting how taxpayer money designated for education can be spent. The bill ensures that funds intended for schools and educational programs cannot be diverted to support political advocacy or influence legislation. By limiting the use of these specific public moneys, the measure aims to maintain a clear distinction between educational funding and political spending.

Maddy summaryThis bill would change how South Dakota courts review decisions made by state agencies when interpreting laws, rules, or policies. Currently, courts often give significant weight to agency interpretations, but this legislation would require courts to independently evaluate whether those interpretations are reasonable rather than deferring to the agency's judgment. The change directly affects state agencies that issue regulatory interpretations and the courts that review those interpretations. By shifting the standard of review, the bill aims to ensure judicial oversight of administrative actions without necessarily overturning specific agency decisions.

Maddy summarySB 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.

Maddy summaryHB 1017 requires schools in South Dakota to accept cash payments for admission to school-affiliated events. This provision directly affects school districts, event organizers, and families attending these events by mandating that cash be treated as a valid form of payment. The bill ensures that individuals cannot be denied entry to school events solely because they pay with cash rather than other payment methods. This change applies to all school-sponsored activities where admission fees are charged.