Sen. Liz Larson

Primary SB 9

Passed · South Dakota Senate · Lead sponsor

make public the calendars and appointment logs of statewide public officials.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires statewide public officials in South Dakota to make their calendars and appointment logs publicly available. It directly affects state government officials by mandating transparency in their scheduling and meeting records. The key provision establishes a requirement for these officials to disclose their official activities to the public. This change aims to increase accountability by allowing citizens to review when and with whom officials are meeting.

Passed Jan 27, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 1018

Passed · South Dakota House · Lead sponsor

require the Department of Revenue provide an annual report to tribal governments regarding certain tax collections.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the South Dakota Department of Revenue to submit an annual report to tribal governments detailing certain tax collections. The provision aims to increase transparency by providing tribes with information about tax revenues related to their jurisdictions. The report would be generated annually and distributed directly to tribal government entities. This change does not alter existing tax laws but adds a reporting requirement for administrative oversight.

Passed Jan 23, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary HB 1045

Passed · South Dakota House · Lead sponsor

create a share the road specialty license plate.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a specialty license plate program in South Dakota called "Share the Road," designed to promote awareness of safe driving practices among all road users. The plate design will feature graphics or slogans related to sharing the road safely, and proceeds from sales will be allocated to the state's highway safety fund. The legislation applies to vehicle owners who wish to purchase and display these specialty plates, with no changes to standard vehicle registration requirements.

TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes specialty license plates to promote safe driving practices and allocates proceeds to highway safety fund, directly supporting transportation safety infrastructure.90% confidence

Passed Jan 23, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 19

Passed · South Dakota Senate · Lead sponsor

repeal the expiration date for the 911 emergency surcharge increase.

Maddy summarySB 19 removes the expiration date for a surcharge on 911 emergency calls in South Dakota. This change directly affects the state's telecommunications providers and the public who use emergency services. Previously, the surcharge increase was set to expire after a specific time period, but this bill makes the increase permanent. The bill does not alter the amount of the surcharge, only its duration, ensuring the revenue continues to fund emergency services without requiring renewal.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill makes 911 emergency surcharge permanent, ensuring continued funding for emergency services without requiring renewal.90% confidence

Passed Jan 23, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SC 801

Introduced · South Dakota Senate · Lead sponsor

Recognizing and expressing gratitude to South Dakota Wildland Fire and Black Hills volunteer fire departments for their quick response and cooperation on Black Hills wildfires.

Maddy summaryThis bill formally recognizes and expresses gratitude to South Dakota Wildland Fire and Black Hills volunteer fire departments for their rapid response and cooperation during the Black Hills wildfires. It serves as a commemorative resolution honoring the efforts of these specific fire service groups rather than creating new laws or funding. The measure does not alter existing policies or regulations but instead provides official acknowledgment of the departments' contributions to wildfire management.

Introduced Jan 16, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary SB 124

Signed into law · South Dakota Senate · Lead sponsor

revise the eligibility of roads for the rural access infrastructure fund.

Signed into law Mar 26, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 144

Signed into law · South Dakota Senate · Lead sponsor

make an appropriation for grants to support airport terminal infrastructure projects and terminal improvement and expansion.

Signed into law Mar 26, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary SB 83

Signed into law · South Dakota Senate · Lead sponsor

make an appropriation for the revised construction costs of maintenance shops for the Wildland Fire Suppression Division and to declare an emergency.

Signed into law Mar 26, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 1098

Signed into law · South Dakota House · Lead sponsor

provide free birth certificates to persons experiencing homelessness.

Signed into law Mar 26, 2024 0 co-sponsors

Primary HB 1131

Signed into law · South Dakota House · Lead sponsor

waive certain fees for nondriver identification cards for individuals who are homeless.

Signed into law Mar 26, 2024 0 co-sponsors