238 recorded votes on bills tagged with this issue
2024 Regular Session36 votes
HB1013adopt the advanced practice registered nurse compact.Do PassYea
HB1023provide immunity from liability for certain actions of the State Bar and its agents.Do Pass AmendedYea
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.Do PassYea
HB1048revise the requirements pertaining to average teacher compensation and to establish a minimum teacher salary.Do Pass AmendedYea
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.Do Pass AmendedYea
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.Concurred in amendmentsYea
HB1076require the consideration of the definition of antisemitism when investigating unfair or discriminatory practices.Do PassYea
HB1076require the consideration of the definition of antisemitism when investigating unfair or discriminatory practices.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1076require the consideration of the definition of antisemitism when investigating unfair or discriminatory practices.Concurred in amendmentsYea
HB1083permit a person convicted of certain driving under the influence offenses to drive for certain purposes.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1084repeal a provision related to habeas corpus proceedings.Do PassYea
HB1084repeal a provision related to habeas corpus proceedings.Do PassYea
HB1085specify the venue of appeal to circuit court for persons committed to a mental health facility.Do PassYea
HB1092revise provisions regarding the 911 emergency surcharge.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1092revise provisions regarding the 911 emergency surcharge.Failed to concur, appoint Conference CommitteeYea
HB1110eliminate the right to a preliminary hearing when an offender is charged with a nonviolent felony and when the offender is out of custody.Deferred to the 41st legislative dayNaytabling motion
HB1123allow for an action to establish paternity after age eighteen based on genetic test results.Do PassYea
HB1158limit reliance upon secondary sources as statements of law.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1158limit reliance upon secondary sources as statements of law.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1203clarify references to the court in a condemnation proceeding.Do PassYea
HB1204establish a civil action for nonconsensual condom removal.Do PassYea
HB1204establish a civil action for nonconsensual condom removal.Do Pass AmendedNay
HB1220allow an appeal of a decision of the Department of Education regarding special education or related services by a civil action against the department.Do PassYea
HB1220allow an appeal of a decision of the Department of Education regarding special education or related services by a civil action against the department.Do PassYea
HB1230amend provisions regarding reports to be done for a guardianship or conservatorship and to provide a penalty therefor.Deferred to the 41st legislative dayNaytabling motion
HB1245revise provisions related to the custody of an alleged delinquent child before and after a temporary custody hearing.Do PassYea
HB1245revise provisions related to the custody of an alleged delinquent child before and after a temporary custody hearing.Concurred in amendmentsYea
HB1254remove irreconcilable differences as a cause for divorce.Deferred to the 41st legislative dayYeatabling motion
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.Do PassYea
SB85revise a provision related to an action to quiet title to real property.Do PassYea
SB85revise a provision related to an action to quiet title to real property.Do PassYea
SB90revise and repeal provisions related to forcible entry and detainer.Do Pass AmendedNay
SB97establish the admissibility of evidence of similar crimes in sexual assault cases.Do PassYea
SB97establish the admissibility of evidence of similar crimes in sexual assault cases.Do PassYea
SB172allow a person to temporarily take responsibility of a feral cat for the purpose of spaying or neutering the animal.Do Pass AmendedYea
SCR605Affirming the value of grassland ecosystems and the importance of farmers and ranchers as managers.Concurred in ResolutionYea
2023 Regular Session38 votes
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.Do PassYea
HB1061repeal provisions regarding criminal jury trials effective upon the adoption of Supreme Court rules.Do PassYea
HB1061repeal provisions regarding criminal jury trials effective upon the adoption of Supreme Court rules.Do PassNay
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.Concurred in amendmentsYea
HB1067provide for a rebuttable presumption of intent to distribute methamphetamine when in possession of more than five grams.Do PassYea
HB1067provide for a rebuttable presumption of intent to distribute methamphetamine when in possession of more than five grams.Do PassYea
HB1074authorize division of property between parties when legal separation is granted.Do PassYea
HB1108revise provisions related to abandoned mobile or manufactured homes.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1145revise the order of precedence for the right to control the disposition of the remains of a deceased person.Do PassYea
HB1156enact the Uniform Electronic Recordation of Custodial Interrogations Act.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1174provide for appropriate civil commitment of certain persons.Do PassYea
HB1174provide for appropriate civil commitment of certain persons.Do PassYea
HB1174provide for appropriate civil commitment of certain persons.Concurred in amendmentsYea
HB1194revise the interest rate on garnishments.Deferred to the 41st legislative dayNaytabling motion
HB1230clarify references to the court in a condemnation action.Do PassYea
HB1235provide a conscience exemption from a COVID-19 vaccination.Do Pass AmendedNay
HB1240amend provisions addressing guardianships and conservatorships.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1240amend provisions addressing guardianships and conservatorships.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1240amend provisions addressing guardianships and conservatorships.Concurred in amendmentsYea
SB4modify a court's authority to commit a habitual juvenile offender to the Department of Corrections.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB4modify a court's authority to commit a habitual juvenile offender to the Department of Corrections.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB9modify discharge notice procedures applicable to developmentally disabled persons.Do PassYea
SB50revise the crime of witness tampering.Do PassYea
SB50revise the crime of witness tampering.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB70revise provisions related to courtroom modifications for child witnesses.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB72revise provisions related to the discharge of a defendant restored to competency.Do PassYea
SB91revise certain provisions regarding the crime of rape and provide a penalty therefor.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB93provide an increased appropriation for the construction costs of an athletics events center at Dakota State University, and to declare an emergency.Do PassYea
SB103create a pilot program in the Unified Judicial System for risk and lethality assessments for certain persons accused of assault or protection order violations.Do PassYea
SB129include school employees in certain assault provisions and provide a penalty therefor.Do PassYea
SB142prohibit certain persons from using the title veterinary technician.Deferred to the 41st legislative dayYeatabling motion
SB143raise the revenue threshold for a required audit of a water development district.Do PassYea
SB143raise the revenue threshold for a required audit of a water development district.Do PassYea
SB156make an appropriation of American Rescue Plan Act monies for eligible water projects and to declare an emergency.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB176modify certain requirements for removal from the sex offender registry.Do PassYea
SB176modify certain requirements for removal from the sex offender registry.Do PassYea
SB180address requirements for the execution of a living will.Do PassYea
SB206clarify good cause for the purpose of continuing an involuntary commitment hearing.TabledYeatabling motion
2022 Regular Session52 votes
HB1036revise certain provisions regarding search warrants for tracking devices.Do PassYea
HB1099revise provisions related to courtroom modifications for child witnesses.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1099revise provisions related to courtroom modifications for child witnesses.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1099revise provisions related to courtroom modifications for child witnesses.Concurred in amendmentsYea
HB1105allow for a good cause exception to the time for an involuntary commitment hearing.Do PassYea
HB1108revise provisions related to driving under the influence.Do PassYea
HB1109revise a provision related to the review of the master jury list.Do PassYea
HB1113prohibit threats made with the intent to coerce an abortion and to provide a penalty therefor.Do PassYea
HB1129prohibit forms of discrimination in access to organ transplantation.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1129prohibit forms of discrimination in access to organ transplantation.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1152establish rights regarding the disposition of a person's remains.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1152establish rights regarding the disposition of a person's remains.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1152establish rights regarding the disposition of a person's remains.Concurred in amendmentsYea
HB1160clarify bond or pre-trial release upon sobriety program participation.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1160clarify bond or pre-trial release upon sobriety program participation.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1176grant immunity from certain liabilities for camping activities.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1176grant immunity from certain liabilities for camping activities.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1176grant immunity from certain liabilities for camping activities.Concurred in amendmentsYea
HB1199remove irreconcilable differences as a cause for divorce.Deferred to the 41st legislative dayNaytabling motion
HB1200establish criteria for temporary custody and visitation orders.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1200establish criteria for temporary custody and visitation orders.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1202provide for custody entitlement of a child born out of wedlock.Deferred to the 41st legislative dayNaytabling motion
HB1223authorize the provision of informed consent by a pregnant minor.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1223authorize the provision of informed consent by a pregnant minor.Veto overrideNay
HB1233establish a parole hearing requirement for certain inmates.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1233establish a parole hearing requirement for certain inmates.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1246establish the fundamental right of a parent.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1246establish the fundamental right of a parent.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1270require a defendant in a criminal proceeding to be physically present during the reading of victim impact statements.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1270require a defendant in a criminal proceeding to be physically present during the reading of victim impact statements.Do PassNay
HB1282allow inpatient psychiatric facility placement alternatives for certain patients.Do PassYea
HB1282allow inpatient psychiatric facility placement alternatives for certain patients.Do PassYea
HB1328require law enforcement to report certain seizures of property.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1328require law enforcement to report certain seizures of property.Concurred in amendmentsYea
SB14revise provisions related to the confidential list of medical cannabis cardholders maintained by the Department of Health.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB76revise certain provisions regarding the minimum amount of a lottery prize that is subject to setoff.Do PassYea
SB80exempt the provision of electricity through electric vehicle charging stations from the definition of electric utility.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB81revise the definition of sexual contact for purposes of sexual contact with a child under eighteen by a person in a position of authority.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB81revise the definition of sexual contact for purposes of sexual contact with a child under eighteen by a person in a position of authority.Conference Committee Report adoptedYea
SB83modify when a motion for expungement of an arrest record may be made and to declare an emergency.Do PassYea
SB83modify when a motion for expungement of an arrest record may be made and to declare an emergency.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB119prohibit sexual contact between prison employees and prisoners.Do PassYea
SB151revise the automatic removal of certain convictions from a background check record.Do PassYea
SB151revise the automatic removal of certain convictions from a background check record.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB159exempt any person suffering from a severe mental illness from capital punishment.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB159exempt any person suffering from a severe mental illness from capital punishment.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB164clarify the requirements for the execution of a living will declaration.Do PassNay
SB167clarify the certification process for teachers and school administrators.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB169establish a means for certain Department of Corrections inmates to earn credit against fines or costs ordered by the sentencing court.Do PassYea
SB195establish the burden of proof after a claim of immunity.Do Pass AmendedYea
2021 Regular Session30 votes
HB1014establish uniform complaint and declaratory ruling procedures for agencies regulating certain professions and occupations.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1046limit liability for certain exposures to COVID-19.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1068revise the requirement for written findings of fact and conclusions in certain judicial proceedings involving a child.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1068revise the requirement for written findings of fact and conclusions in certain judicial proceedings involving a child.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1069modify the expenditures that are recoverable as disbursements by a prevailing party in a civil action or a special proceeding.Do PassYea
HB1069modify the expenditures that are recoverable as disbursements by a prevailing party in a civil action or a special proceeding.Do PassYea
HB1069modify the expenditures that are recoverable as disbursements by a prevailing party in a civil action or a special proceeding.Concurred in amendmentsYea
HB1140restrict the entry of conservation officers onto certain private land without permission.Do PassNay
HB1140restrict the entry of conservation officers onto certain private land without permission.Concurred in amendmentsYea
HB1184revise provisions on aiding, abetting, or advising.Deferred to the 41st legislative dayNaytabling motion
HB1204revise criminal provisions regarding certain visual recordings or photographic devices.Do PassYea
HB1204revise criminal provisions regarding certain visual recordings or photographic devices.Do PassYea
HB1065revise drone surveillance protections.Concurred in amendmentsYea
HB1067modify certain provisions regarding notice, service, and execution of judgments in forceable entry and detainer actions.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1067modify certain provisions regarding notice, service, and execution of judgments in forceable entry and detainer actions.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1067modify certain provisions regarding notice, service, and execution of judgments in forceable entry and detainer actions.Concurred in amendmentsYea
HB1086repeal certain fees charged by a clerk of courts.Do PassYea
HB1086repeal certain fees charged by a clerk of courts.Do PassYea
HB1088create a penalty for violation of a vulnerable adult protection order and to revise certain provisions regarding protection orders.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1088create a penalty for violation of a vulnerable adult protection order and to revise certain provisions regarding protection orders.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1088create a penalty for violation of a vulnerable adult protection order and to revise certain provisions regarding protection orders.Concurred in amendmentsYea
HB1103authorize the forensic medical examination of certain minor victims without parental or guardian consent.Do PassYea
HB1104limit the scope of medical information that may be required as a condition of participation in sanctioned activities.Do PassYea
HB1108adopt the Uniform Civil Remedies for Unauthorized Disclosure of Intimate Images Act.Do PassYea
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.Do PassNay
HB1121establish immunity from liability for the inherent risks of camping.Deferred to the 41st legislative dayNaytabling motion
HB1133provide a rebuttable presumption in favor of joint physical custody of a minor child.Do PassYea
HB1133provide a rebuttable presumption in favor of joint physical custody of a minor child.Do PassYea
HB1133provide a rebuttable presumption in favor of joint physical custody of a minor child.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1137require the provision of medical billing information and a settlement offer for unpaid medical bills.Deferred to the 41st legislative dayYeatabling motion
HB1155exempt certain retirement funds from division of property in a divorce.Deferred to the 41st legislative dayYeatabling motion
HB1158remove irreconcilable differences as a cause for divorce.Do PassNay
HB1164codify legislation enacted in 2019.Do PassYea
HB1164codify legislation enacted in 2019.Do PassYea
HB1196authorize the revival of certain civil claims.Deferred to the 41st legislative dayNaytabling motion
HB1205revise provisions regarding a custodial parent relocating a minor child.Do PassYea
HB1205revise provisions regarding a custodial parent relocating a minor child.Do PassYea
HB1206revise certain provisions regarding the commitment of a delinquent child to the Department of Corrections.Do PassYea
HB1206revise certain provisions regarding the commitment of a delinquent child to the Department of Corrections.Concurred in amendmentsYea
HB1218require responses and reporting regarding the testing, assessment, evaluation, or observation of students.Placed on calendar pursuant to JR 6F-6Yea
HB1218require responses and reporting regarding the testing, assessment, evaluation, or observation of students.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1218require responses and reporting regarding the testing, assessment, evaluation, or observation of students.ReconsideredYea
HB1244authorize forensic medical examinations for certain persons.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1246revise the attorney's fees allowed in a retaliation action against a lessor.Do PassYea
HB1246revise the attorney's fees allowed in a retaliation action against a lessor.Do PassYea
HB1295revise provisions regarding contagious disease control and enforcement and to declare an emergency.Do PassYea
SB46revise provisions related to the restoration to competency of criminal defendants.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB73exempt certain persons from the requirement to publish name changes.Do PassYea
SB73exempt certain persons from the requirement to publish name changes.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB73exempt certain persons from the requirement to publish name changes.Conference Committee Report adoptedYea
SB96prohibit the denial of benefits based solely on a controlled substance felony.Do PassYea
SB96prohibit the denial of benefits based solely on a controlled substance felony.Do PassYea
SB136authorize certain witnesses to be accompanied by a certified therapeutic dog in a criminal proceeding.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB140provide for the resolution of alleged certain disability violations.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB176provide for the seizure and holding of real property as evidence.Do Pass AmendedYea
2019 Regular Session34 votes
HB1050revise certain provisions regarding the use and possession of scanning devices and reencoders.Do PassYea
HB1050revise certain provisions regarding the use and possession of scanning devices and reencoders.Do PassYea
HB1055require parental notification and agreement before the institution of an order to withhold resuscitation from certain patients.Do PassYea
HB1055require parental notification and agreement before the institution of an order to withhold resuscitation from certain patients.Do PassYea
HB1055require parental notification and agreement before the institution of an order to withhold resuscitation from certain patients.Concurred in amendmentsYea
HB1061provide for a court order to test for HIV at the request of victims of certain crimes.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1061provide for a court order to test for HIV at the request of victims of certain crimes.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1063revise provisions regarding engaging in sexual activity for a fee or other compensation.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1063revise provisions regarding engaging in sexual activity for a fee or other compensation.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1070revise the procedure for judgment by confession.Do PassYea
HB1074provide a privilege for journalists and newscasters regarding refusal to disclose information.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1074provide a privilege for journalists and newscasters regarding refusal to disclose information.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1099provide for the designation of a caregiver to receive information regarding residents of treatment facilities.Do PassYea
HB1099provide for the designation of a caregiver to receive information regarding residents of treatment facilities.Do PassYea
HB1099provide for the designation of a caregiver to receive information regarding residents of treatment facilities.Concurred in amendmentsYea
HB1117establish immunity from liability for injuries to or the death of a person engaged in off-road vehicle activity under certain circumstances.Do PassYea
HB1117establish immunity from liability for injuries to or the death of a person engaged in off-road vehicle activity under certain circumstances.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1155provide for certain privileged communications between social workers and students.Do PassYea
HB1155provide for certain privileged communications between social workers and students.Do PassYea
HB1180revise certain provisions regarding the collection and storage of sexual assault kit evidence.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1180revise certain provisions regarding the collection and storage of sexual assault kit evidence.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1228provide for certain inmates to petition for concurrent sentences.Deferred to the 41st legislative dayYeatabling motion
HB1243revise provisions regarding hate crimes.Deferred to the 41st legislative dayYeatabling motion
HB1268authorize electronic monitoring of residents in assisted living centers and nursing facilities.Deferred to the 41st legislative dayYeatabling motion
HB1269temporarily revise the statute of limitations for bringing a civil action for certain cases of child sexual abuse.Do PassYea
HB1269temporarily revise the statute of limitations for bringing a civil action for certain cases of child sexual abuse.Deferred to the 41st legislative dayNaytabling motion
SB12revise certain provisions pertaining to the disqualification of commercial driver license holders for failure to consent to chemical analyses.Do PassYea
SB12revise certain provisions pertaining to the disqualification of commercial driver license holders for failure to consent to chemical analyses.Do PassYea
SB25revise the authority of Department of Revenue special agents.Do PassYea
SB70revise certain provisions regarding hospital liens.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB99establish certain provisions regarding commercial security deposits.Do PassYea
SB118establish certain provisions regarding advance care planning.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB118establish certain provisions regarding advance care planning.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB148provide for state employee protection from retaliation for certain communications.Deferred to the 41st legislative dayYeatabling motion
▶No vote recorded (excused / absent)33 bills
SB70revise certain provisions regarding hospital liens.Excused
SB99establish certain provisions regarding commercial security deposits.Excused
HB1179revise certain provisions regarding victims of sexual assault.Excused
HB1103authorize the forensic medical examination of certain minor victims without parental or guardian consent.Excused
HB1244authorize forensic medical examinations for certain persons.Excused
SB176provide for the seizure and holding of real property as evidence.Excused
HB1009revise provisions regarding failure to comply with outpatient commitment or treatment orders.Excused
HB1010revise provisions regarding testimony of qualified mental health professionals at involuntary commitment hearings.Excused
SB5provide immunity for qualified mental health professionals at appropriate regional facilities.Excused
HB1108adopt the Uniform Civil Remedies for Unauthorized Disclosure of Intimate Images Act.Excused
SB46revise provisions related to the restoration to competency of criminal defendants.Excused
SB136authorize certain witnesses to be accompanied by a certified therapeutic dog in a criminal proceeding.Excused
SB62revise certain provisions regarding appeals by the prosecution.Excused
HB1159prohibit interference with the right to bodily integrity in contagious disease control.Excused
HB1258protect an individual's conscience from entities requiring the COVID-19 vaccine.Excused
SB27revise the provisions regarding the denial or nonrenewal of a patient registry identification card.Excused
SB21revise provisions related to the revocation of a medical cannabis registry identification card.Excused
SB119prohibit sexual contact between prison employees and prisoners.Excused
HB1036revise certain provisions regarding search warrants for tracking devices.Excused
HB1223authorize the provision of informed consent by a pregnant minor.Excused
HB1204establish liability and the burden of proof for spoliation of evidence in statute.Excused
HB1242allow medical practice on the basis of conscience.Excused
HB1328require law enforcement to report certain seizures of property.Excused
HB1108revise provisions related to abandoned mobile or manufactured homes.Excused
SB90provide certain definitions related to the crime of rape.Excused
SB90provide certain definitions related to the crime of rape.Excused
SB91revise certain provisions regarding the crime of rape and provide a penalty therefor.Excused
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.Excused
SB70revise provisions related to courtroom modifications for child witnesses.Excused
SB206clarify good cause for the purpose of continuing an involuntary commitment hearing.Excused
SB180address requirements for the execution of a living will.Excused
HB1227authorize the issuance of extreme risk protection orders.Excused
HB1023provide immunity from liability for certain actions of the State Bar and its agents.Excused
Votes are shown as cast; we don’t score or label positions. Amendment-adoption motions are omitted, and tabling motions are flagged (a Yea there was a vote to kill the bill).