Rep. Tim Goodwin

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes to cap the annual increase in property tax valuations for owner-occupied single-family homes and nonagricultural properties in South Dakota. It would limit how much a property's assessed value can rise each year, preventing sudden large jumps in tax bills due to market fluctuations. The measure directly affects homeowners and small business owners who own these types of properties, aiming to provide more predictable tax assessments. By restricting valuation increases, the legislation seeks to stabilize property tax payments for affected property owners.

Maddy summarySB 121 adjusts property tax limits for owner-occupied single-family homes in South Dakota while simultaneously raising rates on certain gross receipts and use taxes. The bill lowers the maximum property tax amount that can be levied on these specific residential properties, directly affecting homeowners who pay these taxes. At the same time, it increases the tax rates applied to gross receipts and use taxes, which impacts businesses and commercial transactions subject to those levies. These changes modify existing tax structures without altering the fundamental nature of the tax system.

Maddy summaryHB 1019 modifies South Dakota's tax system by removing property taxes from owner-occupied single-family homes while raising rates on gross receipts and use taxes. This change directly affects homeowners who would no longer pay property taxes on their primary residences, but businesses and consumers would face higher costs on sales and use of goods. The bill aims to shift the tax burden from residential property owners to commercial transactions and consumer purchases.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes to limit the financial liability and damages that individuals or entities may face if they cause a wildfire in South Dakota. It directly affects property owners, land managers, and others who could be held responsible for wildfire-related losses. The key mechanism involves setting caps on the amount of money that can be claimed in lawsuits or settlements arising from wildfire incidents. This change aims to provide clearer financial boundaries for parties involved in wildfire situations. The bill focuses on modifying existing legal standards for damages without addressing the prevention or management of wildfires.

Maddy summarySB 17 clarifies the timing requirements for political committees in South Dakota to file campaign finance disclosure statements. The bill directly affects political committees by specifying when they must submit these reports to ensure compliance with state regulations. Key provisions establish clearer deadlines for filing, reducing ambiguity about when disclosures are required. This change aims to improve transparency in campaign finance reporting without altering the underlying obligations of political committees.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the state of South Dakota to report the number of veterans who die by suicide within the state. It directly affects state agencies responsible for tracking veteran health outcomes and public safety statistics. The key provision mandates the collection and publication of specific data regarding veteran suicide deaths to improve transparency and awareness. This change aims to provide clearer information for policymakers and the public without advocating for specific policy responses. The bill focuses on data reporting rather than implementing new prevention programs or funding initiatives.

Maddy summarySB 74 requires the South Dakota government to publish and review an explanation of the state's open meeting laws. This bill directly affects state agencies and officials who must ensure public transparency in their meetings. The key provision mandates that a clear explanation of these laws be made available for public review. This change aims to improve public understanding of how open meeting laws operate in the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes creating a standardized system to award academic credit or certification for military service in South Dakota. It would establish clear guidelines for how veterans can receive recognition for their service through educational institutions. The legislation aims to streamline the process by setting uniform standards across different schools and organizations. This change would directly benefit military service members seeking academic credit for their training and experience. The bill focuses on administrative procedures rather than altering existing laws or funding.

Maddy summarySB 10 would reduce the waiting period before public records of the Governor or Lieutenant Governor in South Dakota become accessible to the public. Currently, these records are sealed for a set number of years after the official's term ends, but this bill proposes shortening that timeframe. The change would apply to all individuals who have served in these executive roles, allowing researchers and citizens to access their official documents sooner than under current law. This adjustment aims to increase transparency while maintaining some protection for sensitive information during the transition period.

Maddy summaryThis bill clarifies how measures initiated or referred within political subdivisions in South Dakota are enacted and when they take effect. It directly affects local governments and officials who manage ballot initiatives and referendums at the county or municipal level. The legislation provides clearer rules for the timing and process of implementing these local measures, ensuring consistency in how they become official. By defining specific procedures, the bill aims to reduce confusion about when local initiatives become legally binding.