Rep. Brandei Schaefbauer

Maddy summaryHB 1129 allows certain school district employees to carry concealed firearms on school grounds under specific conditions. It amends South Dakota law to create an exception for employees who are 21 or older, hold an enhanced concealed carry permit (per Chapter 23-7), and have written permission from the school principal. These employees must also notify the local law enforcement agency about their intent to carry, with notifications valid until June 30 annually. The bill explicitly states school districts are not liable for damages resulting from such employees using firearms. This policy change directly affects eligible school staff members seeking to carry concealed weapons within school buildings, grounds, or vehicles.

Maddy summarySB 108 requires South Dakota's Legislative Research Council to post all recorded votes made by each legislator on the Council's website. This includes votes on bills and resolutions in both chambers and committees during each legislative session, along with records of absences or excusals. The voting records must be prominently displayed as a tab on each legislator's online profile page for public access. The bill applies to all legislators starting after July 1, 2026.

Maddy summarySB 103 states that individuals present at shooting ranges assume all inherent risks that are obvious, including injuries from noise, discharges, equipment malfunctions (not owned by the range), terrain variations, weather conditions, or natural obstacles like rocks or debris. It directly affects anyone visiting public or private shooting ranges, including those operated by law enforcement. The bill defines "shooting range" broadly to cover all facilities using firearms or archery for activities like skeet or trap shooting. This legal assumption of risk limits liability for range operators regarding these specific, inherent dangers.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a constitutional amendment to remove South Dakota's legal requirement to provide expanded Medicaid coverage. It specifically targets Section 10 of Article XXI, which currently mandates that the state provide Medicaid benefits to adults aged 18-65 with incomes at or below 133% of the federal poverty level. If approved by voters, the amendment would eliminate this constitutional obligation, allowing the state to potentially modify or discontinue the expanded eligibility rules. The change directly affects low-income South Dakota adults who currently qualify under the existing Medicaid expansion.

Maddy summaryHB 1132 prohibits South Dakota state and local government employees from using public resources (personnel, equipment, or funds) to assist in enforcing federal firearm laws that are stricter than South Dakota's current laws. It specifically targets federal measures related to firearm registries, licensing requirements, background checks, or confiscation of firearms from law-abiding residents. The bill defines "material aid" broadly to include sharing information, using facilities, or participating in joint operations that support federal enforcement of these stricter laws. Exceptions allow cooperation on non-firearm crimes, state law enforcement with federal officers present (without aiding federal enforcement), compliance with court orders, and actions against individuals already prohibited from owning firearms under state law. This bill takes effect for federal laws taking effect on or after July 1, 2026.

Maddy summarySB 95 requires medical cannabis cardholders (both residents and nonresidents) to show their registry card or card number to law enforcement upon request. This provision applies if an officer asks for identification during a lawful interaction. The bill does not change existing protections for medical cannabis use but adds this identification requirement as a condition to avoid arrest under Chapter 23A-3. It directly affects individuals with valid medical cannabis cards who interact with police. The law amends existing statutes (§ 34-20G-2 and § 34-20G-3) to include this requirement.

Maddy summaryHB 1115 revises South Dakota's law on unauthorized possession of controlled drugs by changing where such charges are filed. The bill amends Section 22-42-5 to state that unauthorized possession charges must now be prosecuted under § 22-42-5.1 instead of the current section. This directly affects individuals found in possession of controlled substances without a valid prescription or authorization. The bill maintains existing felony classifications: possession of Schedule I/II drugs remains a Class 5 felony, while Schedule III/IV possession remains a Class 6 felony. The change primarily modifies the legal citation for prosecution without altering the penalties or scope of the offense.

Maddy summaryHB 1071 creates a new 10-year boat registration option for owners of boats transported exclusively on a trailer registered to them in South Dakota. To qualify, owners must provide proof of their trailer's registration and submit an affidavit confirming the boat is only transported on that trailer, paying a special fee at application or renewal. The registration expires after 10 years but can be renewed for additional 10-year periods if requirements are met. If the trailer registration lapses during the 10-year period, the boat reverts to annual registration with expiration based on the remaining time or December 31 of the last trailer registration year. This directly affects boat owners using registered trailers for transport, simplifying registration for those meeting the criteria.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic House Concurrent Resolution (HCR), not a bill with binding policy changes. It states South Dakota's commitment to "honest economic development" based on Republican principles like limited government, deregulation, and low taxes, but it does not create new laws or alter existing ones. The resolution urges future legislative and executive policies to prioritize reducing government intervention and supporting free markets, without specifying any concrete actions or affecting specific businesses or residents. As a non-binding statement, it has no direct impact on economic development practices or individuals.

Maddy summaryHB 1074 requires counties to be compensated for administrative costs incurred when managing tax increment financing (TIF) districts created by municipalities. Specifically, counties may withhold an amount equal to their actual administration costs from the positive tax increments generated by these districts. The bill amends existing law to mandate that county treasurers deduct these costs before depositing remaining tax increments into the district's special fund. This directly affects counties that administer TIF districts and ensures they are reimbursed for associated expenses from the district's own revenue stream.