Rep. Roger DeGroot

Primary HC 8014

Introduced · South Dakota House · Lead sponsor

Honoring the outstanding achievements of Pete Bolzer, Chief of the Brookings Fire Department, and congratulating him on his retirement.

Maddy summaryThis bill honors Pete Bolzer, Chief of the Brookings Fire Department, and congratulates him on his retirement. It is a commemorative resolution that does not create new laws or change existing policies. The measure serves to recognize Bolzer's service and achievements in his role leading the fire department.

Introduced Feb 24, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 1215

Passed · South Dakota House · Lead sponsor

provide rulemaking authority for the licensure of fishing guides, hunting guides, and outfitters, and to provide a penalty.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the legal framework for licensing fishing guides, hunting guides, and outfitters in South Dakota. It authorizes state officials to create specific rules for obtaining these licenses and sets penalties for operating without one. The measure directly impacts individuals and businesses providing guided outdoor recreation services by requiring formal certification.

Passed Feb 18, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 130

Passed · South Dakota Senate · Lead sponsor

authorize the shipment of distilled spirits direct to consumers, and to provide a penalty therefor.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the direct shipment of distilled spirits from producers to consumers in South Dakota. It establishes a legal framework allowing producers to ship alcohol directly to individuals without going through intermediate retailers. The legislation also defines penalties for violations of the new shipping rules. This change affects alcohol producers, consumers, and existing distribution channels by creating a new pathway for alcohol sales.

Passed Feb 13, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HC 8007

Introduced · South Dakota House · Lead sponsor

Honoring Jordan Jensen of Brookings as Miss Rodeo South Dakota 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates Jordan Jensen of Brookings as Miss Rodeo South Dakota 2025. It formally recognizes her achievement through legislative acknowledgment. The measure does not alter existing laws or create new programs but serves as a ceremonial honor.

Introduced Feb 4, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 212

Signed into law · South Dakota Senate · Lead sponsor

allow for the payment of goods or services by a school district between school board meetings in certain circumstances.

Signed into law Mar 26, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 1201

Signed into law · South Dakota House · Lead sponsor

make an appropriation for the teacher apprenticeship pathway program.

Signed into law Mar 26, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 10

Signed into law · South Dakota Senate · Lead sponsor

require that a notification of medical cannabis certification be provided to a patient's primary or referring practitioner.

Signed into law Mar 7, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 1099

Signed into law · South Dakota House · Lead sponsor

establish educational standards for the expanded practice of optometry.

Signed into law Mar 5, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 11

Signed into law · South Dakota Senate · Lead sponsor

prohibit a practitioner from referring a patient to a medical cannabis clinic with which the practitioner or an immediate family member has a financial relationship and to provide a penalty therefor.

Signed into law Feb 27, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 120

Passed · South Dakota Senate · Lead sponsor

provide an additional basis for the Interim Rules Review Committee to revert a proposed administrative rule.

Passed Feb 26, 2024 0 co-sponsors Track