Sen. John Carley

Maddy summaryHB 1145 amends the rules for maintaining and publishing South Dakota's statewide voter registration file. The bill directly affects the Secretary of State's office and individuals who manage voter records. It updates procedures for how voter information is stored, accessed, and made available to the public. The changes aim to improve the accuracy and accessibility of voter registration data without altering who can vote.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires South Dakota schools to display the Ten Commandments alongside other historical documents in classrooms. It mandates that these documents be included in the curriculum to provide context for students studying American history and law. The legislation affects public and private educational institutions within the state by establishing specific display and teaching requirements. This measure aims to ensure students encounter foundational legal and moral texts as part of their education.

Maddy summaryHB 1122 proposes amendments to South Dakota's Uniform Commercial Code, which governs commercial transactions and business contracts in the state. The bill directly affects businesses, financial institutions, and individuals engaged in commercial activities by modifying existing legal rules. Specific provisions would update definitions, procedures, or requirements related to commercial agreements and financial instruments. These changes aim to align state laws with current commercial practices and potentially resolve ambiguities in how contracts are interpreted. The bill does not create new obligations but adjusts the legal framework under which commercial dealings are conducted.

Maddy summarySB 125 requires that reports generated by automatic tabulating equipment be made available for public inspection. This law directly affects government agencies and organizations that use such equipment to collect and process data. The bill mandates that these reports be accessible to the public, ensuring transparency in how information is compiled and presented. By removing barriers to access, the legislation aims to allow citizens to review official records produced by automated systems.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits the use of drones to assess real property for taxation purposes in South Dakota. It directly affects local tax assessors, property owners, and drone operators who might otherwise use aerial technology for property valuation. The legislation establishes penalties for anyone who violates this ban, ensuring that property assessments continue to rely on traditional methods rather than unmanned aerial vehicles. By restricting drone usage in this specific context, the bill aims to maintain established assessment procedures while preventing unauthorized aerial surveillance for tax evaluation.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows public schools in South Dakota to authorize individuals to serve as school chaplains, either as volunteers or employees. The legislation enables schools to formally recognize and support religious or spiritual leaders who provide counseling and pastoral care to students. By permitting these roles, the bill aims to expand access to spiritual guidance within the public education system while maintaining existing employment and volunteer standards.

Maddy summaryHB 1017 requires schools in South Dakota to accept cash payments for admission to school-affiliated events. This provision directly affects school districts, event organizers, and families attending these events by mandating that cash be treated as a valid form of payment. The bill ensures that individuals cannot be denied entry to school events solely because they pay with cash rather than other payment methods. This change applies to all school-sponsored activities where admission fees are charged.

Maddy summaryHB 1048 requires businesses in South Dakota to accept cash as a form of payment for certain transactions, directly affecting merchants and consumers who use cash. The bill mandates that cash cannot be refused for purchases up to a specified dollar amount, ensuring cash remains a viable payment option. This provision aims to prevent businesses from discriminating against customers who prefer or rely on cash payments. The law applies to retail transactions and other specified commercial exchanges within the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes to allow the sale of fireworks in South Dakota at any time during the year, rather than restricting them to specific holidays or seasons. It would directly affect retailers and consumers by expanding when fireworks can be legally purchased and sold. The key provision removes existing seasonal limitations on fireworks sales, enabling year-round availability. This change would apply to all fireworks retailers operating within the state.