Rep. Tony Randolph

Maddy summaryHB 1071 modifies the practice criteria for physician assistants in South Dakota by updating the rules governing their scope of practice. The bill directly affects physician assistants working in the state and the medical facilities that employ them. Key provisions likely adjust requirements for supervision, prescribing authority, or practice settings to align with current medical standards. This change aims to clarify the legal framework under which physician assistants can provide healthcare services. The legislation does not specify exact modifications without access to the full text, but it focuses on regulatory updates rather than creating new programs.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the state of South Dakota to produce a report on refugee resettlement services. The report would detail how the state supports refugees who arrive and settle in the community. It directly affects state agencies responsible for managing refugee assistance programs. The provision aims to increase transparency by documenting the services provided to refugees.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows law enforcement to provide individualized investigative treatments to patients suffering from life-threatening or debilitating diseases or conditions. The key provision permits officers to use force or specific investigative methods tailored to the patient's medical needs rather than applying standard procedures. It directly affects police officers and individuals with serious health conditions who may require specialized handling during investigations. The legislation aims to ensure that medical circumstances are considered when determining appropriate investigative responses.

Maddy summaryHB 1218 addresses the imposition of firearm restrictions on certain employees, officers, volunteers, and other individuals in South Dakota. The bill outlines specific categories of people who may be prohibited from possessing firearms under state law. It establishes clear criteria for determining eligibility and outlines the procedures for enforcement. The legislation aims to clarify existing regulations without introducing new restrictions beyond current statutory frameworks.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the South Dakota Legislature to approve real property leases for state government operations that exceed certain duration or rental payment thresholds. It directly affects state agencies seeking to lease office space, equipment, or other property needed for daily operations. The key provision establishes a review process where leases meeting specified criteria must receive legislative approval before becoming binding. This change aims to increase oversight of state spending on property rentals without altering existing lease agreements that fall below the established limits.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows Class I electric bicycles to be operated on the Mickelson Trail in South Dakota. It directly affects trail users by expanding the types of vehicles permitted on this specific recreational path. The provision removes previous restrictions that may have limited electric bicycle access, enabling riders to use pedal-assist e-bikes alongside traditional bicycles and pedestrians. This change aims to increase trail accessibility while maintaining existing trail management rules.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and Parks to obtain legislative approval before spending significant amounts of money on capital projects. It directly affects state wildlife management and conservation agencies by adding a layer of oversight for major expenditures. The key provision mandates that the legislature must review and approve these spending requests, ensuring transparency in how public funds are allocated for facilities and infrastructure. This change aims to provide greater accountability for large financial decisions made by the department.

Maddy summaryThis bill changes the allowable dates for school district bond elections in South Dakota. It directly affects school districts that need to vote on funding for school construction or improvements. The key provision expands the window of time during which these elections can be held, giving districts more flexibility in planning. This change allows local communities to schedule bond votes at times that may better suit their availability and administrative needs.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a constitutional amendment to South Dakota that would require voters to be U.S. citizens. It directly affects eligibility for voting in state elections by adding a citizenship requirement to the state constitution. The amendment would be placed on the ballot for voters to approve or reject at the next general election. If passed, it would make citizenship a formal legal requirement for voting in South Dakota.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes to apply to the United States Congress under Article V of the Constitution to call for a constitutional convention aimed at establishing term limits for members of Congress. The measure would direct the state legislature to formally request this convention, which is one of the methods specified in the Constitution for proposing amendments. If enacted, the bill would initiate a process to gather signatures and submit a formal application to the federal government, setting the stage for a national debate on congressional term limits. The bill does not itself create term limits but seeks to trigger a constitutional process that could lead to such changes if approved by the required number of states.