Sen. Carl Perry

Maddy summaryThe bill proposes to differentiate between new construction and improvements to existing buildings when calculating property tax revenue increases. It aims to ensure that only new construction projects contribute to revenue growth, while improvements to existing structures are treated differently. This change directly affects property owners and local governments by altering how property tax assessments are calculated. The legislation seeks to create a clearer distinction in tax liability based on the type of building development.

Maddy summaryThis bill reclassifies nicotine products as tobacco products and increases tax rates on cigarettes and other tobacco items. The additional tax revenue generated will be used to establish a healthcare workforce development fund in South Dakota. This legislation directly affects tobacco manufacturers, retailers, and consumers by changing how nicotine products are categorized and taxed. The primary goal is to create funding for healthcare workforce development through increased tobacco taxation.

Maddy summaryThis bill provides property tax relief to senior citizens who own and occupy single-family homes in South Dakota. It establishes a tax exemption or reduction for eligible homeowners meeting specific age and residency requirements. The legislation aims to lower the financial burden of property taxes for qualifying seniors by modifying how their property values are assessed or taxed. The measure directly affects elderly homeowners and local taxing authorities, with no changes to the broader tax code structure.

Maddy summaryHB 1207 aims to update the legal definition and penalties for rape in the first degree in South Dakota. The bill revises existing provisions to clarify what constitutes the crime and establishes specific punishment guidelines for those convicted. It directly affects individuals charged with or convicted of first-degree rape, as well as the state's criminal justice system. The legislation seeks to ensure the laws align with current legal standards while maintaining consistent sentencing for this serious offense.

Maddy summarySB 213 proposes to exempt all food produced within South Dakota from state sales tax. This measure would directly affect local farmers and producers by removing the sales tax burden on their goods. The bill would apply to any food grown, raised, or produced in the state, regardless of whether it is sold to consumers or businesses. By eliminating the tax, the legislation aims to support in-state agriculture without changing the tax structure for out-of-state products.

Maddy summarySB 49 prohibits the use of eminent domain to acquire private property for constructing certain facilities in South Dakota. This bill directly affects government entities and private landowners by restricting the state's power to take property for specific projects without voluntary agreement. The key provision prevents forced acquisition of land for these designated facilities, requiring landowners to consent to any transfer. The legislation aims to protect private property rights by limiting the circumstances under which the government can exercise eminent domain.

Maddy summaryThis bill ends state-funded bounty payments for predators that damage bird nests and transfers the money to the general fund. It directly affects wildlife management programs and taxpayers who previously funded these payments. The legislation declares an emergency to allow the changes to take effect quickly. By eliminating the bounty system, the state shifts away from paying individuals to kill nest predators and instead reallocates those funds to general state purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes to limit the financial liability and damages that individuals or entities may face if they cause a wildfire in South Dakota. It directly affects property owners, land managers, and others who could be held responsible for wildfire-related losses. The key mechanism involves setting caps on the amount of money that can be claimed in lawsuits or settlements arising from wildfire incidents. This change aims to provide clearer financial boundaries for parties involved in wildfire situations. The bill focuses on modifying existing legal standards for damages without addressing the prevention or management of wildfires.

Maddy summaryHB 1010 requires certain programs and institutions in South Dakota to submit cost model reports detailing their financial structures and operational expenses. This legislation directly affects organizations that receive state funding or operate under specific regulatory frameworks, mandating transparency in how they allocate resources. The bill establishes a reporting mechanism where these entities must provide detailed financial data to state officials for review and oversight. By standardizing cost reporting requirements, the law aims to improve accountability and ensure public funds are utilized efficiently across covered programs.

Maddy summarySB 210 clarifies the oversight role of the Interim Rules Review Committee regarding emergency rulemaking in South Dakota. The bill directly affects state agencies that create emergency rules and the committee members who review them. It establishes clearer procedures for how the committee monitors and evaluates these urgent regulations to ensure proper accountability. This change aims to improve transparency in the emergency rulemaking process without altering the substantive content of the rules themselves.