Rep. Dylan Jordan

Maddy summaryHB 1259 prohibits unauthorized access to certain multi-occupancy rooms in South Dakota. The bill directly affects building owners, property managers, and tenants by establishing rules about who may enter shared living spaces. Key provisions require landlords to obtain consent before entering rooms occupied by multiple tenants, ensuring privacy rights are protected. The law aims to prevent unlawful intrusions while allowing necessary access for maintenance or emergencies when proper notice is given. This policy change strengthens tenant protections without altering existing landlord responsibilities for property upkeep.

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 would remove the current rule requiring judges to appear on a separate, nonpartisan ballot section in South Dakota elections. The change would allow judicial candidates to be listed on the same ballot as other political candidates, potentially integrating them into the standard partisan election format. Directly affected are judicial candidates, election officials, and voters who currently see judges on a distinct ballot section. The provision eliminates the existing separation requirement without altering how judges are elected or their qualifications.

Maddy summarySB 92 requires the director of the Legislative Research Council and the secretary of state to review citizen-initiated measures to determine if they cover more than one subject. This provision adds a formal review step to ensure that ballot measures adhere to single-subject requirements before they can be placed on the ballot. The bill directly affects the administrative process for evaluating proposed laws initiated by voters in South Dakota. It does not change the content of the measures themselves but establishes a procedural check on their scope and organization.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies the rules for how citizens can gather signatures to propose new laws or constitutional changes in South Dakota. It directly affects voters and petition organizers by updating the specific requirements they must meet to submit these measures for consideration. The key provision involves revising the standards for collecting and validating signatures needed to place a measure on the ballot. This change aims to streamline the process for initiating legislative or constitutional amendments through the public petition system.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes to increase the amount of proceeds from a homestead sale or court-ordered division that are exempt from creditors' claims. It directly affects homeowners in South Dakota who may be selling their property or facing a legal division of their home. The key mechanism involves raising the dollar threshold for protected funds, ensuring more money remains with the homeowner rather than being used to satisfy debts. This change aims to provide greater financial security for residents during property transitions or legal proceedings. The legislation does not alter other aspects of homestead protection laws or affect non-residential properties.

Maddy summarySB 68 would require individuals to be U.S. citizens before they are eligible to vote in South Dakota elections. The bill establishes a penalty for voting without meeting this citizenship requirement. It directly affects all voters in the state by adding a citizenship verification condition to the existing voting qualifications. This legislation does not change other voting rules but specifically adds citizenship as a mandatory eligibility criterion.

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 summarySB 100 would modify South Dakota law to allow individuals to carry concealed firearms and other self-defense items on the campuses of public higher education institutions. The bill directly affects students, faculty, and staff at public colleges and universities within the state by changing current restrictions on carrying weapons in these locations. Key provisions would require public institutions to update their policies to permit concealed carry, provided the individual holds a valid permit and meets existing state requirements. The legislation aims to align campus security policies with broader state laws regarding firearm possession and self-defense.