Kevin Jensen on Due process protections

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2026 Regular Session×1.0036 bills

SB137establish procedures for anti-SLAPP actions to protect the exercise of a person's constitutional rights, including freedom of speech.proYea✓
HJR5001proposing and submitting to the voters at the next general election an amendment to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, requiring a declaration of necessity and clarifying public use of private property taken or damaged by eminent domain.proYea✓
HJR5001proposing and submitting to the voters at the next general election an amendment to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, requiring a declaration of necessity and clarifying public use of private property taken or damaged by eminent domain.proYea✓
SB183modify requirements for public notice of a hearing prior to a vote to impose an excess tax levy.proYea✓
HB1219require the provision of interpreter or translator services for parties to an administrative contested case.proYea✓
HB1176clarify bond or pre-trial release upon sobriety program participation.proNay✗
SB159revise requirements pertaining to the minimum age for marriage.proYea✓
SB159revise requirements pertaining to the minimum age for marriage.proYea✓
SB134restrict deference to a state agency's interpretation of a state statute, administrative rule, or policy.proYea✓
SB150exempt one motor vehicle of a debtor from being taken by legal process.proYea✓
SB150exempt one motor vehicle of a debtor from being taken by legal process.proYea✓
SB150exempt one motor vehicle of a debtor from being taken by legal process.proNay✗
HB1019revise provisions regarding pesticide laws.proYea✓
HB1019revise provisions regarding pesticide laws.proYea✓
HB1108require the sealing of court files upon dismissal or denial of a petition for a protection order.proYea✓
HB1188limit the liability of law enforcement officers and others when removing a disabled vehicle from a highway, a right of way, or public waters.antiYea✗
SB88clarify the procedure for a potential condemnor to examine real property absent the property owner's permission.proYea✓
HB1028establish a criminal background check requirement for multistate licensure under the social work licensure compact.proYea✓
HB1028establish a criminal background check requirement for multistate licensure under the social work licensure compact.proYea✓
HB1076revise restrictions on residence within a community safety zone and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
SB4revise procedures for returning and withholding security deposits for residential premises.proYea✓
SB44establish investigative subpoena authority to gather business records in certain investigations.proYea✓
SB51revise certain requirements for contesting actions of the South Dakota Retirement System.antiYea✗
HB1014modify the surcharge for a responding party in a forcible entry and detainer action.proYea✓
HB1292limit the ability of a health carrier to recoup, recover, or retroactively deny previously paid claims.proYea✓
HB1292limit the ability of a health carrier to recoup, recover, or retroactively deny previously paid claims.proYea✓
HB1065revise the medical purpose affirmative defense in cannabis prosecution.proNay✓tabled
HB1040revise the child support obligation schedule.proNay✗
SB155increase legislative oversight procedures and protections against conflicts of interest, and to provide a penalty therefor.proNay✓tabled
HB1011modify fees charged by the clerk of courts for certain copies of court records.antiYea✗
SB146clarify the effect of the resignation of certain gubernatorial appointees.proYea✓
SB146clarify the effect of the resignation of certain gubernatorial appointees.proYea✗tabled
SB93prohibit certain state officers or employees from being employed by an organization that was the recipient of a contract awarded on behalf of a state agency for a period of time.proYea✓
SB93prohibit certain state officers or employees from being employed by an organization that was the recipient of a contract awarded on behalf of a state agency for a period of time.proYea✓
SB43address search and seizure provisions applicable to digital currency.antiYea✗
SB113increase the penalty for preventing practice of religion.proYea✓

2025 Regular Session×0.7012 bills

SB114Restrict warrantless searches of a taxidermy business.proYea✗tabled
SB198Establish conditions a prospective condemnor must satisfy before commencing condemnation proceedings.proNay✗
SB198Establish conditions a prospective condemnor must satisfy before commencing condemnation proceedings.proNay✗
SB198Establish conditions a prospective condemnor must satisfy before commencing condemnation proceedings.proNay✗
SB63Establish protections for state employees who report improper governmental conduct and crime.proYea✓
HB1238Establish protections for a veteran seeking assistance in a veterans' benefit matter.proNay✗
HB1174Revise certain provisions related to the rights and obligations of a father of a child born to an unmarried mother.proYea✓
SB193Allow an applicant to have an interpreter present during the driving portion of a driver license exam.proYea✓
SB62Establish mandatory reporting requirements related to improper governmental conduct and crime, and to provide a penalty therefor.proYea✓
SB62Establish mandatory reporting requirements related to improper governmental conduct and crime, and to provide a penalty therefor.proYea✓
HB1133Amend bond requirements.proYea✓
SB172Provide a rebuttable presumption in favor of joint physical custody of a minor child.proYea✓

2024 Regular Session×0.4930 bills

HB1220allow an appeal of a decision of the Department of Education regarding special education or related services by a civil action against the department.proYea✓
SB194create a license plate for certain retired firefighters and clarify provisions regarding special firefighter license plates.proYea✓
HB1203clarify references to the court in a condemnation proceeding.proYea✓
HB1013adopt the advanced practice registered nurse compact.proNay✗
HB1013adopt the advanced practice registered nurse compact.proNay✗
HB1084repeal a provision related to habeas corpus proceedings.antiNay✓
HB1245revise provisions related to the custody of an alleged delinquent child before and after a temporary custody hearing.proYea✓
SB71remove a prohibition on the ability of law enforcement and various governmental entities to inspect, search, seize, prosecute, or impose disciplinary action on cannabis dispensaries, cultivation facilities, manufacturing facilities, and testing facilities.proYea✓
SB71remove a prohibition on the ability of law enforcement and various governmental entities to inspect, search, seize, prosecute, or impose disciplinary action on cannabis dispensaries, cultivation facilities, manufacturing facilities, and testing facilities.proYea✓
SB90revise and repeal provisions related to forcible entry and detainer.antiYea✗
HB1123allow for an action to establish paternity after age eighteen based on genetic test results.proNay✗
HB1083permit a person convicted of certain driving under the influence offenses to drive for certain purposes.proYea✓
HB1083permit a person convicted of certain driving under the influence offenses to drive for certain purposes.proYea✓
SB97establish the admissibility of evidence of similar crimes in sexual assault cases.antiNay✓
HB1041modify the definition of public infrastructure to allow a federally recognized Indian tribe to be eligible for housing infrastructure grants and loans and to declare an emergency.proNay✗
HB1048revise the requirements pertaining to average teacher compensation and to establish a minimum teacher salary.proNay✗
HB1092revise provisions regarding the 911 emergency surcharge.proYea✓
HB1092revise provisions regarding the 911 emergency surcharge.proYea✓
HB1204establish a civil action for nonconsensual condom removal.proNay✗
SB46authorize the disclosure of referral status by Department of Human Services personnel.proYea✓
SB85revise a provision related to an action to quiet title to real property.proNay✗
SCR605Affirming the value of grassland ecosystems and the importance of farmers and ranchers as managers.proYea✓
HB1057create the Commission on Indigent Legal Services and Office of Indigent Legal Services, to make an appropriation for reimbursing county indigent legal services, and to declare an emergency.proNay✗
HB1057create the Commission on Indigent Legal Services and Office of Indigent Legal Services, to make an appropriation for reimbursing county indigent legal services, and to declare an emergency.proNay✗
HB1144provide for the study of the Community, Hope, Opportunity, Independence, Careers, Empowerment, Success waiver program and to provide an appropriation therefor.antiYea✗
HB1158limit reliance upon secondary sources as statements of law.proYea✓
HB1076require the consideration of the definition of antisemitism when investigating unfair or discriminatory practices.proYea✓
HB1076require the consideration of the definition of antisemitism when investigating unfair or discriminatory practices.proYea✓
SB172allow a person to temporarily take responsibility of a feral cat for the purpose of spaying or neutering the animal.proYea✓
HB1023provide immunity from liability for certain actions of the State Bar and its agents.antiNay✓

2023 Regular Session×0.3429 bills

HB1240amend provisions addressing guardianships and conservatorships.proYea✓
HB1240amend provisions addressing guardianships and conservatorships.proYea✓
SB206clarify good cause for the purpose of continuing an involuntary commitment hearing.proYea✗tabled
HB1046provide free tuition at Board of Technical Education institutions for children or spouses of members of the South Dakota National Guard disabled or deceased in the line of duty.proYea✓
SB9modify discharge notice procedures applicable to developmentally disabled persons.proYea✓
SB9modify discharge notice procedures applicable to developmentally disabled persons.proYea✓
SB129include school employees in certain assault provisions and provide a penalty therefor.proNay✗
HB1235provide a conscience exemption from a COVID-19 vaccination.proYea✓
HB1235provide a conscience exemption from a COVID-19 vaccination.proYea✓
SB90provide certain definitions related to the crime of rape.proYea✓
SB70revise provisions related to courtroom modifications for child witnesses.proNay✗
SB93provide an increased appropriation for the construction costs of an athletics events center at Dakota State University, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
SB180address requirements for the execution of a living will.proNay✗
HB1223authorize informed consent to certain procedures and medication by a pregnant minor.proYea✗tabled
SB4modify a court's authority to commit a habitual juvenile offender to the Department of Corrections.proYea✓
HB1067provide for a rebuttable presumption of intent to distribute methamphetamine when in possession of more than five grams.antiYea✗
HB1061repeal provisions regarding criminal jury trials effective upon the adoption of Supreme Court rules.proNay✗
HB1174provide for appropriate civil commitment of certain persons.antiYea✗
HB1174provide for appropriate civil commitment of certain persons.antiYea✗
HB1108revise provisions related to abandoned mobile or manufactured homes.proYea✓
HB1108revise provisions related to abandoned mobile or manufactured homes.proYea✓
HB1230clarify references to the court in a condemnation action.proYea✓
SB176modify certain requirements for removal from the sex offender registry.proYea✓
SB50revise the crime of witness tampering.proYea✓
SB143raise the revenue threshold for a required audit of a water development district.antiYea✗
SB156make an appropriation of American Rescue Plan Act monies for eligible water projects and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
SB91revise certain provisions regarding the crime of rape and provide a penalty therefor.antiYea✗
HB1064require the Unified Judicial System to assemble a task force to address the provision of legal services to indigent parties within the South Dakota court system and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1103waive the fee for nondriver identification cards for individuals at or below the federal poverty level.proNay✗

2022 Regular Session×0.2444 bills

SB7revise provisions related to custody and visitation rights by medical cannabis cardholders.proYea✓
SB167clarify the certification process for teachers and school administrators.proYea✓
SB195establish the burden of proof after a claim of immunity.proYea✓
SB195establish the burden of proof after a claim of immunity.proYea✓
SB21revise provisions related to the revocation of a medical cannabis registry identification card.proYea✓
SB83modify when a motion for expungement of an arrest record may be made and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
SB159exempt any person suffering from a severe mental illness from capital punishment.proNay✗
HB1258protect an individual's conscience from entities requiring the COVID-19 vaccine.proYea✓
HB1258protect an individual's conscience from entities requiring the COVID-19 vaccine.proYea✓
SB119prohibit sexual contact between prison employees and prisoners.proYea✓
HB1099revise provisions related to courtroom modifications for child witnesses.proYea✓
HB1099revise provisions related to courtroom modifications for child witnesses.proYea✓
HB1129prohibit forms of discrimination in access to organ transplantation.proYea✓
HB1129prohibit forms of discrimination in access to organ transplantation.proYea✓
HB1223authorize the provision of informed consent by a pregnant minor.proYea✓
HB1223authorize the provision of informed consent by a pregnant minor.proYea✓
HB1223authorize the provision of informed consent by a pregnant minor.proNay✗
HB1036revise certain provisions regarding search warrants for tracking devices.antiYea✗
HB1328require law enforcement to report certain seizures of property.proYea✓
HB1328require law enforcement to report certain seizures of property.proYea✓
HB1200establish criteria for temporary custody and visitation orders.proYea✓
SB151revise the automatic removal of certain convictions from a background check record.proNay✗
SB27revise the provisions regarding the denial or nonrenewal of a patient registry identification card.proYea✓
SB14revise provisions related to the confidential list of medical cannabis cardholders maintained by the Department of Health.proNay✗
SB14revise provisions related to the confidential list of medical cannabis cardholders maintained by the Department of Health.proYea✓
HB1270require a defendant in a criminal proceeding to be physically present during the reading of victim impact statements.antiYea✗
SB172revise provisions regarding eligibility for parole for certain persons sentenced to life imprisonment.proYea✗tabled
HB1152establish rights regarding the disposition of a person's remains.proYea✓
HB1152establish rights regarding the disposition of a person's remains.proYea✓
SB80exempt the provision of electricity through electric vehicle charging stations from the definition of electric utility.antiYea✗
HB1246establish the fundamental right of a parent.proYea✓
HB1242allow medical practice on the basis of conscience.proYea✓
HB1242allow medical practice on the basis of conscience.proNay✗
SB76revise certain provisions regarding the minimum amount of a lottery prize that is subject to setoff.antiYea✗
HB1176grant immunity from certain liabilities for camping activities.antiYea✗
HB1176grant immunity from certain liabilities for camping activities.antiYea✗
HB1079revise provisions regarding court transcript costs.proNay✗
SB81revise the definition of sexual contact for purposes of sexual contact with a child under eighteen by a person in a position of authority.proYea✓
SB81revise the definition of sexual contact for purposes of sexual contact with a child under eighteen by a person in a position of authority.proYea✓
HB1113prohibit threats made with the intent to coerce an abortion and to provide a penalty therefor.proYea✓
HB1113prohibit threats made with the intent to coerce an abortion and to provide a penalty therefor.proYea✓
HB1233establish a parole hearing requirement for certain inmates.proYea✓
HB1282allow inpatient psychiatric facility placement alternatives for certain patients.proYea✓
HB1282allow inpatient psychiatric facility placement alternatives for certain patients.proYea✓

2021 Regular Session×0.1724 bills

SB164modify the process for civil forfeiture.proYea✓
HB1140restrict the entry of conservation officers onto certain private land without permission.proYea✓
HB1140restrict the entry of conservation officers onto certain private land without permission.proYea✓
SB124provide protections for the exercise of religious freedom.proYea✓
SB124provide protections for the exercise of religious freedom.proYea✓
HB1159prohibit interference with the right to bodily integrity in contagious disease control.proYea✗tabled
HB1046limit liability for certain exposures to COVID-19.antiYea✗
HB1046limit liability for certain exposures to COVID-19.antiYea✗
HB1212clarify the use of force.proYea✓
HB1212clarify the use of force.proYea✓
HB1014establish uniform complaint and declaratory ruling procedures for agencies regulating certain professions and occupations.proYea✓
HB1223prohibit certain social media censorship.proYea✓
HB1068revise the requirement for written findings of fact and conclusions in certain judicial proceedings involving a child.proYea✓
SB173revise certain provisions related to competency hearings.antiYea✗
HB1069modify the expenditures that are recoverable as disbursements by a prevailing party in a civil action or a special proceeding.proYea✓
HB1069modify the expenditures that are recoverable as disbursements by a prevailing party in a civil action or a special proceeding.proYea✓
SB103provide for the confidentiality of personal information of persons affiliated with nonprofit corporations.proYea✓
SB103provide for the confidentiality of personal information of persons affiliated with nonprofit corporations.proYea✓
HB1204revise criminal provisions regarding certain visual recordings or photographic devices.proYea✓
SB178prohibit certain insurers from using genetic information.proYea✓
HB1247provide for the protection of the consciences of medical professionals.proYea✓
HB1247provide for the protection of the consciences of medical professionals.proYea✓
SB174revise provisions related to the automatic removal of certain charges or convictions from a defendant's public record.proYea✓
SB141revise the automatic removal of certain convictions from a background check record.proNay✗

2020 Regular Session×0.1237 bills

HB1218require responses and reporting regarding the testing, assessment, evaluation, or observation of students.proYea✓
HB1218require responses and reporting regarding the testing, assessment, evaluation, or observation of students.proNay✗
HB1218require responses and reporting regarding the testing, assessment, evaluation, or observation of students.proYea✓
HB1244authorize forensic medical examinations for certain persons.proYea✓
HB1088create a penalty for violation of a vulnerable adult protection order and to revise certain provisions regarding protection orders.proYea✓
HB1088create a penalty for violation of a vulnerable adult protection order and to revise certain provisions regarding protection orders.proYea✓
HB1108adopt the Uniform Civil Remedies for Unauthorized Disclosure of Intimate Images Act.proYea✓
HB1010revise provisions regarding testimony of qualified mental health professionals at involuntary commitment hearings.proYea✓
SB73exempt certain persons from the requirement to publish name changes.proYea✓
SB73exempt certain persons from the requirement to publish name changes.proYea✓
HB1067modify certain provisions regarding notice, service, and execution of judgments in forceable entry and detainer actions.antiYea✗
HB1067modify certain provisions regarding notice, service, and execution of judgments in forceable entry and detainer actions.antiYea✗
HB1065revise drone surveillance protections.proYea✓
HB1065revise drone surveillance protections.proYea✓
HB1104limit the scope of medical information that may be required as a condition of participation in sanctioned activities.proYea✓
SB136authorize certain witnesses to be accompanied by a certified therapeutic dog in a criminal proceeding.proYea✓
SB140provide for the resolution of alleged certain disability violations.proYea✓
SB176provide for the seizure and holding of real property as evidence.antiYea✗
HB1137require the provision of medical billing information and a settlement offer for unpaid medical bills.proYea✗tabled
SB46revise provisions related to the restoration to competency of criminal defendants.proYea✓
SB46revise provisions related to the restoration to competency of criminal defendants.proYea✓
HB1193accommodate legislation enhancing health and human services.proNay✓tabled
HB1206revise certain provisions regarding the commitment of a delinquent child to the Department of Corrections.proYea✓
HB1205revise provisions regarding a custodial parent relocating a minor child.proYea✓
HB1103authorize the forensic medical examination of certain minor victims without parental or guardian consent.proYea✓
SB96prohibit the denial of benefits based solely on a controlled substance felony.proYea✓
HB1086repeal certain fees charged by a clerk of courts.proYea✓
HB1117repeal and revise certain provisions regarding riot, to establish the crime of incitement to riot, and to revise provisions regarding civil liability for riot and riot boosting.antiYea✗
HB1117repeal and revise certain provisions regarding riot, to establish the crime of incitement to riot, and to revise provisions regarding civil liability for riot and riot boosting.antiYea✗
HB1133provide a rebuttable presumption in favor of joint physical custody of a minor child.proYea✓
HB1133provide a rebuttable presumption in favor of joint physical custody of a minor child.proYea✓
HB1133provide a rebuttable presumption in favor of joint physical custody of a minor child.proYea✓
HB1246revise the attorney's fees allowed in a retaliation action against a lessor.antiYea✗
HB1009revise provisions regarding failure to comply with outpatient commitment or treatment orders.antiYea✗
HB1164codify legislation enacted in 2019.proYea✓
SB157revise certain provisions regarding the county zoning and appeals process.antiYea✗
HB1295revise provisions regarding contagious disease control and enforcement and to declare an emergency.antiNay✓

2019 Regular Session×0.0820 bills

SB118establish certain provisions regarding advance care planning.proNay✗
HB1055require parental notification and agreement before the institution of an order to withhold resuscitation from certain patients.proYea✓
HB1055require parental notification and agreement before the institution of an order to withhold resuscitation from certain patients.proYea✓
HB1055require parental notification and agreement before the institution of an order to withhold resuscitation from certain patients.proYea✓
HB1099provide for the designation of a caregiver to receive information regarding residents of treatment facilities.proYea✓
HB1099provide for the designation of a caregiver to receive information regarding residents of treatment facilities.proYea✓
HB1099provide for the designation of a caregiver to receive information regarding residents of treatment facilities.proYea✓
HB1155provide for certain privileged communications between social workers and students.proYea✓
HB1179revise certain provisions regarding victims of sexual assault.proYea✗tabled
SB70revise certain provisions regarding hospital liens.proYea✓
SB99establish certain provisions regarding commercial security deposits.proYea✓
HB1117establish immunity from liability for injuries to or the death of a person engaged in off-road vehicle activity under certain circumstances.proYea✓
HB1180revise certain provisions regarding the collection and storage of sexual assault kit evidence.proYea✓
HB1061provide for a court order to test for HIV at the request of victims of certain crimes.antiYea✗
SB12revise certain provisions pertaining to the disqualification of commercial driver license holders for failure to consent to chemical analyses.antiYea✗
HB1074provide a privilege for journalists and newscasters regarding refusal to disclose information.proNay✗
HB1214prohibit certain licenses and registrations from being withheld from certain persons owing a debt within the Board of Regents' system.proYea✗tabled
HB1063revise provisions regarding engaging in sexual activity for a fee or other compensation.antiYea✗
SB25revise the authority of Department of Revenue special agents.antiYea✗
HB1050revise certain provisions regarding the use and possession of scanning devices and reencoders.antiYea✗

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