Sen. Carl Perry

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a special emblem plate for bicycles in South Dakota to promote road safety for cyclists. The legislation authorizes the Department of Public Safety to create and issue a "Share the Road" bicycle emblem specialty plate that drivers can display on their vehicles. The plate serves as a visual reminder to motorists to exercise caution when sharing the road with bicyclists. This measure directly affects vehicle owners who wish to display the emblem and all road users in the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies South Dakota's absentee voting eligibility requirements. It directly affects voters who wish to cast ballots by mail in the state. The legislation adjusts the specific criteria individuals must meet to qualify for absentee voting. By changing these eligibility rules, the bill alters how voters can participate in elections without appearing in person. The exact nature of the eligibility changes would be determined by the specific amendments included in the text.

Maddy summaryHB 1072 updates the laws governing water development districts in South Dakota to reflect current needs and practices. The bill directly affects local organizations responsible for managing water resources and infrastructure within the state. Key provisions likely include clarifying district powers, updating operational requirements, and improving administrative processes for these entities. This legislation aims to ensure water development districts can function effectively in modern contexts without changing their fundamental purpose.

Maddy summaryHB 1056 prohibits the preparation, sale, and distribution of certain kratom products in South Dakota. The bill directly affects businesses and individuals involved in the kratom market by making these activities illegal. It establishes penalties for violations of the new restrictions. The legislation aims to regulate access to kratom by banning its commercial availability.

Maddy summaryThis bill would recognize the finalists for the 2025 South Dakota Boys & Girls Clubs of America's Youth of the Year award. It directs the state to honor these young individuals, likely through a formal ceremony or public acknowledgment. The measure directly affects the Boys & Girls Clubs organization and the nominated youth participants. It does not allocate new funding or create new legal obligations, but rather serves as a commemorative recognition.

Maddy summarySB 124 establishes the Incarceration Task Force in South Dakota to address issues related to the state's prison system. The bill creates a committee tasked with reviewing incarceration practices and making recommendations to improve the correctional system. This task force will directly affect state policymakers and correctional facilities by providing a structured body to analyze and propose changes to how the state handles imprisonment. The legislation focuses on creating an organized approach to examining current incarceration policies rather than implementing specific immediate changes.

Maddy summarySB 81 prohibits the use of firearms codes in transactions involving firearms, accessories, components, and ammunition. It directly affects individuals and businesses conducting firearm-related sales or exchanges. The bill establishes a civil penalty for anyone who violates this prohibition by using such codes during transactions. This measure aims to increase transparency and accountability in firearm commerce by banning coded communication methods.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires applicants seeking permits for carbon dioxide transmission facilities from the Public Utilities Commission of South Dakota to submit an environmental impact statement. The provision ensures that potential environmental effects of these facilities are formally evaluated before approval. This change directly affects companies and developers applying for such permits and the regulatory body reviewing them. The bill mandates a specific procedural step to assess environmental consequences without altering the underlying approval process.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits the use of paid petition circulators in South Dakota and establishes penalties for violations. It directly affects individuals who collect signatures on petitions and organizations that employ them for this purpose. The legislation requires petition circulators to be volunteers rather than compensated workers, aiming to ensure the authenticity of the signature collection process. Violations of this rule would result in legal penalties as specified in the bill. The measure focuses on regulating the method of petition gathering without addressing the content of the petitions themselves.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a constitutional amendment to South Dakota that would cap the assessed value of real property and limit real property taxes. It directly affects property owners by establishing specific restrictions on how their property values are calculated for tax purposes. The amendment would be submitted to voters at the next general election for approval or rejection. If passed, it would create a permanent legal framework limiting tax assessments on real estate across the state.