Sen. Tim Reed

Maddy summarySB 129 updates South Dakota statutes to reference the 2024 edition of the International Building Code, International Property Maintenance Code, and International Residential Code instead of the 2021 editions. It directly affects local governments (cities and counties) that adopt building ordinances, requiring them to use the newer 2024 code standards for construction, maintenance, and residential structures. The bill does not change building requirements but ensures local ordinances align with the latest national model codes. It specifically excludes mobile homes, farmsteads, and certain residential structures from these updated references, as defined in existing law.

Maddy summaryHB 1119 modifies governance rules for farm mutual insurers in South Dakota by increasing the maximum number of board directors from 11 to 15 and clarifying eligibility requirements. The bill requires that directors must be members of the insurer or one of its affiliates (defined as entities controlling or controlled by the insurer). This directly affects the board composition of all South Dakota farm mutual insurers operating under these rules. The key change streamlines board size limits while ensuring directors have a direct connection to the insurer through membership or affiliation.

Maddy summaryHB 1056 requires South Dakota's Department of Social Services to submit a federal waiver request by September 1, 2026, to exclude soft drinks from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The bill defines "soft drink" as nonalcoholic sweetened beverages (excluding milk, milk substitutes, and approved juices) and mandates annual waiver requests if initially denied. If approved, the restriction would take effect within six months, directly affecting SNAP participants who currently purchase soft drinks with benefits. This policy change would alter eligibility under federal SNAP rules for South Dakota recipients.

Maddy summarySB 165 revises key procedures for South Dakota municipalities, affecting mayors, council members, and appointed officials. It clarifies that temporary mayoral absences or incapacitation do not create vacancies and requires written resignations with specified effective dates. The bill updates residency rules for elective office to mandate three months of residence in the municipality (or annexed areas) and specifies that appointed officers in mayor-council cities are selected by the mayor with council approval, while other cities appoint via majority vote of the governing body. These changes apply directly to all South Dakota cities and towns governed by municipal charters.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a legislative commemoration that recognizes Solventum's $220 million expansion of its manufacturing facility in Brookings, South Dakota. The resolution formally acknowledges the company's investment, which includes adding a 274,000-square-foot building with sixteen new loading docks to enhance distribution capabilities. It celebrates the project as a demonstration of confidence in South Dakota's business environment and marks the planned April 2, 2026, opening of the expanded facility. The measure does not change laws or policies but serves to honor the economic contribution of the company to the local community.

Maddy summarySB 93 prohibits state employees who approve, award, or administer state contracts from working for the organizations that received those contracts after leaving state service. For contracts under $1 million, this creates a one-year waiting period; for contracts over $1 million, it extends to two years. The bill allows exceptions if a governing body authorizes the arrangement through written disclosure and approval, ensuring the arrangement is fair and in the public interest. This applies to employees handling contracts within their official duties, excluding unpaid or per diem roles.

Maddy summarySB 116 appropriates $13.33 million for the design and construction of an indoor athletic facility at Dakota State University's Beacom PREMIER Complex in Madison. It directly affects Dakota State University's athletic programs and campus infrastructure. The bill authorizes the Board of Regents to use the funds for the project, including related services like utilities and landscaping, and allows adjustments for inflation (capped at 125% of the original estimate). It also permits accepting additional funds from federal sources or donations into a dedicated project fund, while declaring an emergency to expedite the funding. The facility will support athletic practice and competition, with no state liability for related expenses.

Maddy summaryHB 1073 requires every public and accredited nonpublic school in South Dakota to create a cardiac emergency response plan. The bill mandates schools to develop these plans with local emergency services, including forming response teams, placing accessible automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in schools and athletic venues, and training staff in CPR and AED use. Schools must conduct annual drills and maintain AEDs, with specific training requirements for coaches, athletic trainers, nurses, and response team members. This law directly affects all South Dakota schools and aims to improve emergency response for heart-related incidents during school activities.

Maddy summarySB 117 appropriates $5,040,000 for the design and construction of a new soccer venue at South Dakota State University (SDSU). The bill directly affects SDSU by funding the project through state funds and allows the Board of Regents to accept additional external funding (e.g., federal grants or donations) for the venue. It declares an emergency to expedite the project, stating the appropriation is necessary for supporting state public institutions. The bill includes provisions for cost adjustments due to inflation or regulatory changes but limits total funding to 125% of the initial $5.04 million estimate.

Maddy summarySenate Concurrent Resolution 605 is a non-binding resolution recognizing the monarch butterfly's ecological importance and encouraging voluntary conservation efforts in South Dakota. It urges state agencies, local governments, and land managers to preserve existing milkweed habitats where practical and prioritize pollinator-friendly native seed mixes - including milkweed - in plantings that align with land management goals. The resolution specifically emphasizes voluntary cooperation with landowners and agricultural operations, avoiding regulatory impacts, while urging federal agencies to support these efforts through technical assistance. It does not create new legal requirements but formally supports existing conservation practices.