Sen. Carl Perry

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits law enforcement agencies in South Dakota from using diversity, equity, or inclusion programs. It directly affects police departments and other law enforcement entities within the state by restricting their ability to implement such initiatives. The key provision removes the legal authority for these agencies to establish or maintain diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. This change would prevent agencies from allocating resources or developing policies specifically focused on these areas.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes law enforcement officers to temporarily detain individuals who are reasonably suspected of committing a crime and establishes penalties for violations of this detention authority. The legislation directly affects police officers and individuals who may be detained under these new provisions. It creates a legal framework for temporary detention based on reasonable suspicion rather than probable cause, while also defining the consequences for those who resist or violate the detention process. The bill aims to provide clearer guidelines for law enforcement interactions while maintaining accountability through specified penalties.

Maddy summaryHB 1117 modifies South Dakota's existing laws regarding the use of mobile electronic devices while operating a vehicle. The bill directly affects drivers by updating the rules that govern when and how they may use phones or other electronic devices behind the wheel. Key provisions likely adjust the specific restrictions or exceptions allowed for device usage during driving. This legislative change aims to clarify or alter current regulations to better address driver behavior and safety standards. The bill focuses on concrete policy adjustments to the state's driving laws without speculating on broader impacts.

Maddy summaryHB 1214 provides legal immunity from certain lawsuits for security personnel working for religious organizations in South Dakota. The bill directly affects security guards employed by churches, temples, mosques, and other religious institutions, protecting them from being sued for injuries or damages that occur while they are performing their duties. Key provisions would shield these individuals from civil liability claims related to their security work, similar to protections often granted to other public safety workers. This change aims to reduce legal risks for religious organizations while maintaining their ability to employ security staff for safety purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill would grant legal immunity to off-duty law enforcement officers who make a citizen's arrest or assist with a lawful arrest. The provision aims to protect these officers from civil liability when they act in this capacity. It directly affects law enforcement personnel who are not currently on duty at the time of the arrest. The bill does not change existing arrest laws but instead provides additional legal protection for specific off-duty actions.

Maddy summaryHB 1128 amends South Dakota laws regarding sexual contact with minors under the age of sixteen. The bill modifies existing provisions to clarify or adjust how certain offenses are defined and handled within the state's legal framework. This change directly impacts law enforcement, prosecutors, and the judicial system when addressing cases involving child sexual contact. The legislation aims to update statutory language without altering the fundamental protections for minors.

Maddy summaryHB 1182 establishes a process for removing a member from a school district board through a recall mechanism. The bill allows voters within the school district to petition for a recall election if they believe a board member should be removed from office. If enough signatures are collected, an election is held where voters decide whether to replace the board member. This provision directly affects school district board members and the voters in those districts by adding a formal removal process.

Maddy summaryHB 1179 clarifies labeling and sales requirements for homemade food items sold in South Dakota. The bill directly affects individuals and businesses that prepare and sell homemade food products to consumers. It establishes specific rules for how these items must be labeled and under what conditions they can be sold legally. The legislation aims to ensure clarity and consistency in food safety standards for homemade goods without changing existing regulations.

Maddy summarySenate Bill 7 (SB 7) aims to prohibit state and local government entities in South Dakota from adopting or implementing specific policies related to immigration enforcement. This measure would restrict the authority of government agencies by preventing them from creating or carrying out these particular types of policies. While the bill's title indicates a focus on "certain policies," the exact nature of these prohibited policies is not detailed. The bill directly affects these government entities and could indirectly impact individuals who might otherwise be subject to such policies.

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.