Sen. Michael Rohl

Maddy summaryHB 1101 prohibits insurers from denying or limiting life, disability, or long-term care insurance coverage solely because someone is a living organ donor. It specifically bans insurers from: (1) refusing coverage based on donor status, (2) requiring donors to stop donating to maintain coverage, or (3) charging higher premiums or imposing other restrictions due to donor status alone. The bill ensures that living organ donors cannot face insurance discrimination without evidence of actual increased health risk. This directly protects individuals who donate organs while alive from unfair treatment by insurance companies.

Maddy summarySouth Dakota would join the Physician Assistant Licensure Compact, allowing physician assistants (PAs) licensed in other participating states to practice in South Dakota without obtaining a separate state license. This directly affects PAs - especially active-duty military personnel and their spouses - who can use their existing license from another participating state to practice in South Dakota. The key mechanism is the "Compact Privilege," which permits PAs to provide medical services where the patient is located, while maintaining patient safety through existing state licensing board oversight. This reduces licensing barriers for PAs and improves access to medical care across state lines.

Maddy summaryHB 1007 amends South Dakota's legal definition of "law enforcement officer" to explicitly include tribal law enforcement officers. This change directly affects tribal law enforcement personnel by ensuring they are recognized under the same legal definitions as state and local officers. The bill modifies Section 22-1-2 of state law to add tribal officers to the definition, aligning their status with other law enforcement roles. This is a technical definitional update with no new requirements or funding impacts.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a legislative commemoration that recognizes the historical significance of the buffalo to Native American tribes in South Dakota and celebrates their return to tribal lands. It acknowledges the near extinction of buffalo in the 19th century and highlights the current efforts by tribal nations, conservation groups, and community partners to restore the species. The resolution emphasizes the cultural, spiritual, and ecological importance of buffalo restoration for future generations. This type of bill does not create new laws or regulations but serves to formally acknowledge and honor a significant cultural and environmental milestone.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a legislative commemoration honoring Dave Bonde for his exemplary service to South Dakota. It directly affects the state legislature by formally recognizing his contributions in two key roles: as executive director of the Fort Pierre Development Corporation and as sergeant-at-arms of the South Dakota Senate. The bill highlights his work in supporting local businesses, attracting investment, promoting sustainable development, and facilitating community events in central South Dakota. This is a ceremonial measure that acknowledges past achievements rather than establishing new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a legislative commemoration that honors TKO's Custom Catering and Capitol Cafe for their outstanding service during the legislative session. It recognizes the catering team for providing meals to legislators, staff, and visitors throughout the Capitol Building, contributing to a positive work environment. The resolution formally acknowledges their dedication and high-quality food service, but does not create any new laws, regulations, or funding.

Maddy summarySB 125 creates a state fund to provide property tax rebates for owner-occupied single-family homes in South Dakota. The Department of Revenue will calculate annual rebates using a formula: multiplying $2 by the number of eligible homeowners, subtracting that from the fund's total, and dividing by the number of homeowners. Rebates are capped at either this calculated amount or the portion of property taxes exceeding $250 per home. The fund cannot be diverted to the general state budget, and any unused funds must stay in the fund or cover administrative costs. This directly affects homeowners who live in single-family residences and pay property taxes.

Maddy summaryHB 1056 requires South Dakota's Department of Social Services to submit a federal waiver request by September 1, 2026, to exclude soft drinks from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The bill defines "soft drink" as nonalcoholic sweetened beverages (excluding milk, milk substitutes, and approved juices) and mandates annual waiver requests if initially denied. If approved, the restriction would take effect within six months, directly affecting SNAP participants who currently purchase soft drinks with benefits. This policy change would alter eligibility under federal SNAP rules for South Dakota recipients.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a legislative commemoration that formally recognizes the Boys & Girls Clubs of South Dakota and their 2026 Youth of the Year program. It highlights the organization's work serving over 18,000 children annually across 60 locations and acknowledges specific finalists from Sioux Falls, Wagner, Mission, Flandreau, and Pierre. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but instead serves as an official state acknowledgment of the program's achievements and the accomplishments of the youth nominees.

Maddy summarySB 110 requires broadband internet providers in South Dakota to obtain explicit customer permission ("opt-in consent") before using, sharing, or selling most types of personal customer data, including location, health details, device identifiers, and financial information. It directly affects broadband service providers (like local internet companies) and their customers by mandating clear consent mechanisms that are easy to understand and use. Key provisions include prohibiting providers from charging higher prices or denying service based on a customer’s refusal to consent, and requiring that consent requests be conspicuous, non-misleading, and available at no extra cost. The law applies specifically to "broadband internet access service providers" as defined in the bill, covering data collected through the customer-provider relationship.