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R South Dakota Senate · District 6 On the 2026 ballot

Sen. Ernie Otten

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Total votes
2,195
all sessions
Attendance
93%
135 missed
Near the chamber average
With party
89%
of cast votes
Higher than 85% of chamber peers
Bipartisan score
7%
crosses aisle rarely
Lower than 86% of chamber peers
Sponsored
274
bills & resolutions
Lower than 83% of chamber peers
Committees
8
assignments
274 bills and resolutions

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274
Primary
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Primary SJR 502
Failed · South Dakota Senate · Lead sponsor
Applying to the United States Congress for a convention of the states to propose amendments to the United States Constitution regarding the imposition of fiscal restraints on the federal government, further limiting the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and limiting the terms of office for members of Congress and other federal officials.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes that South Dakota apply to the U.S. Congress for a constitutional convention to propose amendments focused on limiting federal government power. The requested amendments would impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, further restrict its jurisdiction, and limit the terms of office for members of Congress and other federal officials. If approved by enough states, this application could lead to a constitutional convention where proposed changes would need to be ratified by three-fourths of the states to become part of the Constitution. The bill directly affects South Dakota's role in the federal constitutional amendment process.

Failed Feb 4, 2025 0 co-sponsors
Primary SC 804
Introduced · South Dakota Senate · Lead sponsor
Honoring the 2023-2024 Outstanding School Administrators of South Dakota: Todd Foster, Brookings Middle School Principal; Dr. Julie Hatling, Belle Fourche Elementary School Principal; Camille Kaul, Aberdeen Curriculum Leader; Jason Kolousek, Wessington Springs Secondary School Principal; Kristi Lewis, Chester School Business Official; Mark Naugle, Custer School Superintendent; Amanda Olinger, Harrisburg Assistant Middle School Principal; and Laura Welch, Lennox Director of Special Education.

Maddy summaryThis bill honors seven South Dakota school administrators for their outstanding service during the 2023-2024 school year. It directly affects the named individuals by formally recognizing their contributions to education in their respective districts. The key provision is a ceremonial acknowledgment of Todd Foster, Dr. Julie Hatling, Camille Kaul, Jason Kolousek, Kristi Lewis, Mark Naugle, Amanda Olinger, and Laura Welch. This measure serves as a public tribute rather than implementing new policy changes or funding allocations.

Introduced Jan 30, 2025 0 co-sponsors
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