Mellissa Heermann on Government transparency

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2026 Regular Session×1.0071 bills

HB1246prohibit nondisclosure of certain agreements related to data centers.proNay✗
HB1091require that corrected information be posted at least twenty-four hours prior to a meeting of a political subdivision.proYea✗tabled
SB5require the disclosure of whether a ballot question was proposed by initiative or by the Legislature.proYea✓
SB46modify the requirements for open meeting agendas and provide a penalty therefor.proYea✓
SB46modify the requirements for open meeting agendas and provide a penalty therefor.proYea✓
SB48clarify that an official open meeting agenda must be posted online at least seventy-two hours before the scheduled start of the meeting.proYea✓
SB48clarify that an official open meeting agenda must be posted online at least seventy-two hours before the scheduled start of the meeting.proYea✓
SB56require that agencies promulgating permanent rules publish the rules and associated rulemaking forms on a state website.proYea✓
HB1311require the reporting of funding given by certain persons and governments to institutions under the control of the Board of Regents and the South Dakota Board of Technical Education.proYea✓
HB1311require the reporting of funding given by certain persons and governments to institutions under the control of the Board of Regents and the South Dakota Board of Technical Education.proYea✓
SB73revise provisions relating to state financial practices.proYea✓
SB151require the publication of the results of an election for precinct committeeman or committeewoman and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
SB214amend provisions pertaining to the publication of the statewide voter registration file.proNay✗
HB1258require that a property tax bill provide access to a state website providing property tax information.proYea✓
HB1108require the sealing of court files upon dismissal or denial of a petition for a protection order.antiYea✗
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✗tabled
HB1222prohibit members of the Board of Economic Development from having any interest in moneys from or approved by the Board of Economic Development.proNay✗
HB1241modify the requirements for public notice of a hearing prior to a vote to impose an excess tax levy, and to modify requirements to refer an excess tax levy of a school district to a vote.proYea✓
SB47revise the requirements for executive sessions and closed meetings.antiYea✗
SB47revise the requirements for executive sessions and closed meetings.antiYea✗
HB1092update provisions pertaining to open records.antiYea✗
HB1092update provisions pertaining to open records.antiYea✗
HB1199address prior authorization and reporting requirements by utilization review organizations and health carriers.proYea✓
SB237require that counties provide written notice to township supervisors of conditional use applications and appeals.proYea✓
SB237require that counties provide written notice to township supervisors of conditional use applications and appeals.proYea✓
HB1084amend provisions pertaining to the public availability of information contained in certain records.proYea✓
SB114provide for the publication of ballot images and the cast vote record of automatic tabulating equipment.proYea✓
SB25update provisions related to the permit application process for proposed energy and transmission facilities.proYea✓
SB133provide additional legislative oversight of rulemaking.proYea✓
SB57clarify when agency financial resource information must be filed in the permanent administrative rulemaking process.proYea✓
HB1182establish a data collection system pertaining to assisted reproductive technology and to provide a penalty therefor.proNay✗
HB1315authorize the recall of certain elected officials or individuals appointed to fill vacancies in certain offices.proYea✗tabled
HB1104revise the application requirements for special license plates and parking permits for individuals with disabilities.proYea✓
HB1160repeal the medical marijuana oversight committee.antiYea✗
HB1160repeal the medical marijuana oversight committee.antiYea✗
HB1219require the provision of interpreter or translator services for parties to an administrative contested case.proYea✓
HB1278prohibit certain political committees from accepting contributions by certain officers or employees of this state.proYea✓
HB1300except victims of human trafficking or domestic abuse from certain clemency notice requirements.antiYea✗
SB111require that social media companies provide collected personal data of a user at the user's request and maintain transparent interoperability interfaces.proYea✓
SB49safeguard the integrity, privacy, and security of genetic data and provide a civil penalty therefor.proYea✓
SB219require that a state agency consult with the Aeronautics Commission prior to purchasing, transferring, or disposing of a state owned and operated aircraft.proYea✓
HB1232establish principles for a state agency to consider when formulating or implementing a program that has the potential of affecting tribal members on a reservation.proYea✓
SB92clarify the rights to appeal and refer certain decisions of boards of county commissioners.proYea✓
SB92clarify the rights to appeal and refer certain decisions of boards of county commissioners.proYea✗tabled
SJR508proposing and submitting to the voters at the next general election, amendments to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, removing the lieutenant governor as presiding officer of the Senate.proNay✗
HB1044make an appropriation to implement the rural health transformation program, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
SJR503applying 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.proNay✗
HB1253adjust the assessment methodology for owner-occupied single-family dwellings and nonagricultural property.proNay✗
HB1125create a taskforce to study the impact of artificial intelligence systems on the state.proNay✗
SB91clarify the procedure for petitioning a board of county commissioners for a change to the comprehensive plan or zoning ordinances.proYea✓
HCR6015encouraging the Executive Board of the Legislative Research Council to form an interim legislative committee to study the role and function of county boards of mental illness.proYea✓
SB89create a task force to study the provision of emergency medical services as an essential service and the funding thereof.proYea✓
SB165revise certain provisions pertaining to municipal government.proYea✓
SB165revise certain provisions pertaining to municipal government.proYea✓
SB132modify provisions related to the South Dakota Veterans Council.proYea✓
SB190codify the rights of a parent.proNay✗
SB190codify the rights of a parent.proNay✗
SB176amend the period of time before which ballots and other election materials may be destroyed following an election.antiYea✗
HB1249amend provisions pertaining to the School Finance Accountability Board, and the process by which a recommendation of the board is approved.proYea✓
SB75amend the type of entities eligible to participate in the cybersecurity services initiative.proYea✓
HB1042authorize the construction of a National Guard vehicle maintenance shop in Sturgis, to make an appropriation therefor, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HCR6004encouraging the use of physical cash in transactions.proNay✗
HB1095modify provisions pertaining to the submission of a nominating petition.proYea✓
HB1095modify provisions pertaining to the submission of a nominating petition.proYea✓
HB1095modify provisions pertaining to the submission of a nominating petition.proYea✓
HB1052authorize the transfer of certain surplus real property by the Department of Game, Fish and Parks to the Spearfish Canyon Foundation for a public purpose.proYea✓
SB78revise the General Appropriations Act for fiscal year 2026.proYea✓
HB1243require the display of the state motto in public schools and provide for associated legal representation.proNay✗
HB1243require the display of the state motto in public schools and provide for associated legal representation.proNay✗
HB1274prohibit the dispensing, distribution, sale, or advertisement of certain articles or things for purposes of an unlawful abortion and provide a criminal and civil penalty therefor.antiYea✗
HB1274prohibit the dispensing, distribution, sale, or advertisement of certain articles or things for purposes of an unlawful abortion and provide a criminal and civil penalty therefor.antiYea✗

2025 Regular Session×0.7071 bills

SB10Shorten the time before records of a Governor or a lieutenant governor are opened to the public.proYea✓
HB1106Require a report regarding refugee resettlement services.proNay✗
HB1127Require that notice of a county's canvass, post-election audit, and testing of automatic tabulating equipment be posted to the secretary of state's website.proYea✓
HB1127Require that notice of a county's canvass, post-election audit, and testing of automatic tabulating equipment be posted to the secretary of state's website.proYea✓
SB60Expand the access and investigatory authority of the state auditor.proYea✓
SB63Establish protections for state employees who report improper governmental conduct and crime.proYea✓
SB74Require the publication and review of an explanation of the open meeting laws of this state.proYea✓
SB74Require the publication and review of an explanation of the open meeting laws of this state.proYea✓
SB169Require a public hearing prior to a vote to impose an excess tax levy.proYea✓
SB169Require a public hearing prior to a vote to impose an excess tax levy.proYea✓
SB76Repeal reporting and testifying requirements to the committees on health and human services regarding nursing facilities and long-term healthcare needs.antiYea✗
SB62Establish mandatory reporting requirements related to improper governmental conduct and crime, and to provide a penalty therefor.proYea✓
SB145Require legislative approval of real property leases that are necessary for the operation of state government and exceed specified durations or rental payments.proYea✓
HB1059Clarify the meaning of teleconference for purposes of open meeting requirements.proYea✓
HB1059Clarify the meaning of teleconference for purposes of open meeting requirements.proYea✓
HB1204Revise the subpoena powers of the Government Operations and Audit Committee.proNay✗
HB1264Require the disclosure of an outstanding loan balance on a campaign finance disclosure report.proYea✓
HB1264Require the disclosure of an outstanding loan balance on a campaign finance disclosure report.proYea✓
HB1051Update provisions on the interim legislative oversight of administrative rulemaking.proYea✓
HB1062Amend provisions pertaining to the maintenance and publication of the statewide voter registration file.proNay✗
HB1062Amend provisions pertaining to the maintenance and publication of the statewide voter registration file.proYea✓
HB1063Revise the provisions for preparing a fiscal note for ballot questions.proYea✓
HB1100Clarify which opinions must be included in the annual judicial opinions report prepared by the Legislative Research Council.proYea✓
HB1152Prohibit the enforcement and implementation of directives from intergovernmental organizations, and to provide a penalty therefor.proNay✗
HB1180Require that a candidate for election to the board of a school district disclose the candidate's party affiliation on a declaration of candidacy.proNay✗
HB1180Require that a candidate for election to the board of a school district disclose the candidate's party affiliation on a declaration of candidacy.proNay✗
HB1180Require that a candidate for election to the board of a school district disclose the candidate's party affiliation on a declaration of candidacy.proNay✗
HB1205Require legislative approval of real property leases that are necessary for the operation of state government and exceed specified durations or rental payments.proNay✗
HB1265Establish provisions related to the sharing of information with the national marrow donor program.proYea✓
SB128Amend requirements for an official newspaper.proYea✓
SB128Amend requirements for an official newspaper.proYea✓
SB144Require legislative approval for significant capital expenditures by the Department of Game, Fish and Parks.proNay✗
SB17Clarify when a political committee must file certain campaign finance disclosure statements.proYea✓
SB176Clarify the discovery procedures and powers and to modify the administration of the Government Operations and Audit Committee.proYea✓
HB1011Revise provisions related to the stenographic recording of certain proceedings.proYea✓
HB1030Update the South Dakota Retirement System's member information protection provisions.proYea✓
HB1074Modify the individuals eligible to sign an affidavit of homelessness for purposes of obtaining a free copy of a birth certificate.proYea✓
HB1074Modify the individuals eligible to sign an affidavit of homelessness for purposes of obtaining a free copy of a birth certificate.proYea✓
HB1185Provide that public moneys for education may not be used for lobbying purposes.proNay✗
HB1185Provide that public moneys for education may not be used for lobbying purposes.proNay✗
HB1217Require customer consent for installation of a smart meter for a utility service.proYea✗tabled
SJR502Applying 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.proNay✗
HB1238Establish protections for a veteran seeking assistance in a veterans' benefit matter.proYea✓
HB1031Update the South Dakota Retirement System member identity verification procedures.proYea✓
HB1073Designate contact information provided on a voter registration form as not for public inspection.antiYea✗
SB75Require an indication of United States citizenship status on a motor vehicle operator's license or permit, and on a nondriver identification card.proYea✓
SB146Revise provisions on interim transfers and appropriations.proYea✓
HB1087Authorize the recall of county commissioners.proNay✗
HB1087Authorize the recall of county commissioners.proYea✗tabled
HB1150Address issues facing South Dakota.proYea✗tabled
HB1164Revise the process for nominating candidates for lieutenant governor.proYea✓
HB1164Revise the process for nominating candidates for lieutenant governor.proYea✓
HB1216Modify and repeal provisions related to the Legislative Research Council.proYea✓
HCR6010Encouraging the Executive Board of the Legislative Research Council to establish an interim legislative committee on preserving and protecting the Black Hills of South Dakota.proYea✓
HJR5006Proposing and submitting to the voters at the next general election amendments to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, requiring an intervening general election before consideration of an initiated constitutional amendment or initiated measure having the same subject as a previously rejected initiated amendment or measure.antiYea✗
SB61Modify the authority of the Board of Internal Control.proYea✓
SJR505Proposing and submitting to the voters at the next general election an amendment to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, establishing the trust for unclaimed property fund.proYea✓
HB1075Modify the persons eligible to sign an affidavit for proof of homelessness for purposes of waiving the fee for a nondriver identification card.proYea✓
HB1075Modify the persons eligible to sign an affidavit for proof of homelessness for purposes of waiving the fee for a nondriver identification card.proYea✓
HJR5001Proposing and submitting to the voters at the next general election an amendment to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, conditioning the requirement of expanded Medicaid on the level of federal medical assistance.proYea✓
SB91Revise the requirements for a petition to initiate a measure or constitutional amendment or to refer a law.antiYea✗
SB91Revise the requirements for a petition to initiate a measure or constitutional amendment or to refer a law.antiYea✗
HCR6004Affirming the state's rejection of carbon dioxide pipelines and urging President Donald Trump to avoid interfering with the Summit Carbon Solutions carbon dioxide pipeline through exercise of federal eminent domain powers.proNay✗
HJR5002Applying to the United States Congress under Article V of the United States Constitution to call for a convention for proposing an amendment to the constitution establishing congressional term limits.proYea✓
SB131Establish an electronic system for vehicle titles.proYea✓
HB1160Waive the driver license renewal period for members of the military and their families, and employees of the state department.proYea✓
HB1042Make an appropriation for the construction of historical exhibits at the Cultural Heritage Center.proYea✓
HB1042Make an appropriation for the construction of historical exhibits at the Cultural Heritage Center.proYea✓
HCR6008Supporting the effort to bring Amtrak passenger rail service to the state.proYea✓
SB127Authorize the expenditure of moneys and make an appropriation for grants supporting airport terminal improvements and expansion.proYea✓
SB127Authorize the expenditure of moneys and make an appropriation for grants supporting airport terminal improvements and expansion.proYea✓

2024 Regular Session×0.4953 bills

SB217require disclosure of certain information prior to the sale of property bound by a homeowners' association.proYea✓
HB1257require the Executive Board of the Legislative Research Council to establish an interim study committee on minors' access to pornographic material.proYea✓
HB1257require the Executive Board of the Legislative Research Council to establish an interim study committee on minors' access to pornographic material.proYea✓
HB1257require the Executive Board of the Legislative Research Council to establish an interim study committee on minors' access to pornographic material.proYea✓
SCR603Opposing the adoption and development of a central bank digital currency.antiYea✗
SB35provide that certain personal information of a lottery prize winner may only be used for advertising or promotion with the winner's consent.proYea✓
SB75modify provisions pertaining to the designation of a legal newspaper.proYea✓
HB1062make an appropriation for costs related to the suppression of wildfires impacting the state and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
SB45make an appropriation for the establishment of a Center for Quantum Information Science and Technology and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1071revise a provision providing authority to the Governor to enter into agreements with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.proYea✓
SJR501Proposing and submitting to the voters at the next general election, an amendment to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, authorizing the state to impose work requirements on certain individuals who are eligible for expanded Medicaid.proYea✓
SB47revise the incentive program for juvenile diversion opportunities.proYea✓
HCR6006Urging the members of South Dakota's congressional delegation to sponsor and support an amendment to the Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) Act.antiYea✗
SB9further limit applications for clemency for violent crime offenders sentenced to life imprisonment.proYea✓
HB1239prohibit the dissemination of incorrect or misleading ballot information and to provide a penalty therefor.proYea✓
SB40establish a criminal background check requirement for licensure as an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant.proYea✓
SB40establish a criminal background check requirement for licensure as an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant.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✓
HB1083permit a person convicted of certain driving under the influence offenses to drive for certain purposes.proYea✓
HB1197require the publication of measures taken to restrict the access of obscene materials by minors.proYea✓
HB1197require the publication of measures taken to restrict the access of obscene materials by minors.proYea✓
SB190require a comparison of reemployment assistance recipients against death records for reemployment assistance eligibility integrity.proYea✓
HB1038exclude certain habitual DUI offenders from eligibility for presumptive probation.proYea✓
HB1038exclude certain habitual DUI offenders from eligibility for presumptive probation.proYea✓
HB1008modify the eligibility for admission to the state veterans' home and repeal the residency requirement.proYea✓
HB1118revise unclaimed property provisions.proYea✓
SB87revise provisions related to the State Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners and its appointed professional councils.proYea✓
SB87revise provisions related to the State Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners and its appointed professional councils.proYea✓
HB1129repeal the session law authorizing the Board of Regents to contract for the design and construction of a new dairy research and extension farm on the campus of South Dakota State University, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
SB199revise provisions pertaining to the consolidation or boundary changes of counties.proYea✓
HCR6003To create the One Hundredth Session Planning Committee of the South Dakota Legislature.proYea✓
HB1140revise certain provisions relating to petitions containing illegal actions and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1140revise certain provisions relating to petitions containing illegal actions and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1140revise certain provisions relating to petitions containing illegal actions and to declare an emergency.proNay✗
SB211revise notarial acts.proYea✓
HB1001repeal the expiration of a reduction in certain gross receipts and use tax rates.proYea✓
HCR6001Supporting the Electoral College.proYea✓
HB1088remove the option for a court services officer to prepare documentation in an adoption proceeding.proYea✓
SCR601Celebrating the sister-state relationship with Taiwan.proYea✓
HB1224require the creation of an informational video and other materials describing the state's abortion law and medical care for a pregnant woman experiencing life-threatening or health-threatening medical conditions.proYea✓
HB1232create the Indian Child Welfare Advisory Council.proYea✓
SB123revise provisions pertaining to voter registration requirements and the state board of elections.proYea✗tabled
HB1021merge the Professional Teachers Practices and Standards Commission and the Professional Administrators Practices and Standards Commission.proYea✓
HB1021merge the Professional Teachers Practices and Standards Commission and the Professional Administrators Practices and Standards Commission.proNay✓tabled
SB28modify tax refunds for elderly persons and persons with a disability, to make an appropriation therefor, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
SB168make an appropriation for victim services.proYea✓
SB44make an appropriation to reimburse health care professionals who have complied with the requirements for health care recruitment assistance programs, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1061make an appropriation for costs related to emergencies and disasters impacting the state and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1039provide for the payment of legal expenses originating from crime committed at a facility maintained by the Department of Corrections.proYea✓
HB1131waive certain fees for nondriver identification cards for individuals who are homeless.proYea✓
HB1131waive certain fees for nondriver identification cards for individuals who are homeless.proYea✓
HB1068allow disabled veterans to obtain a standard issue county motor vehicle or motorcycle license plate.proYea✓

2023 Regular Session×0.3451 bills

SB45repeal the requirement for an annual report by the Board of Regents regarding intellectual diversity and the free exchange of ideasantiNay✓
HB1189require certain entities owning agricultural land to report foreign beneficial ownership interests.proYea✓
SB197prohibit the spouse of a member of the Legislature from being employed as a private lobbyist.proYea✓
HB1231revise certain provisions related to the sealing of adoption records.proYea✓
SB143raise the revenue threshold for a required audit of a water development district.antiYea✗
HB1079make an appropriation to the Department of Health to provide grants to support mental health and suicide prevention programs, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1079make an appropriation to the Department of Health to provide grants to support mental health and suicide prevention programs, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
SB162revise public meeting requirements.antiYea✗
HB1140require the secretary of state to determine if a legislatively proposed constitutional amendment complies with the single subject requirement and is not a constitutional revision.proYea✓
HB1124modify provisions pertaining to the testing of automatic tabulating equipment.proYea✓
HB1124modify provisions pertaining to the testing of automatic tabulating equipment.proYea✓
HB1135provide for transparency in the pricing of prescription drugs.proYea✓
SB56revise requirements to relocate a county seat.proYea✓
SB22streamline examination reports.proYea✓
HB1030make an appropriation for the revised construction costs of the bioproducts facility in Brookings, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
SB158make an appropriation to provide funding for major infrastructure projects to support South Dakota airports.proNay✗
SB200authorize participation in contracts by certain board members and employees of water districts.proYea✓
SB2revise Department of Corrections reporting requirements concerning abuse and neglect of individuals in private contracted facilities.proYea✓
SB5extend the termination date of the Juvenile Justice Oversight Council and modify its membership requirements.proYea✓
HCR6002To encourage the Executive Board of the Legislature to continue researching childhood mental health and mental health services available to children in this state.antiYea✗
SB68modify the approval process for certain out-of-state travel and related costs by a legislative member.proNay✗
SB69modify the composition of the State-Tribal Relations Committee.proYea✓
SB160establish post-election audits.proYea✓
HB1114revise the qualifications to be a member of a county recount board.proYea✓
SB62amend provisions regarding delivery of electronic insurance documents.proYea✓
SB93provide an increased appropriation for the construction costs of an athletics events center at Dakota State University, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
SB181authorize the provision of medical records and the imposition of related fees.proYea✓
SB181authorize the provision of medical records and the imposition of related fees.proYea✓
HB1168require active efforts to preserve and reunite Indian families in abuse and neglect proceedings.proYea✓
HB1168require active efforts to preserve and reunite Indian families in abuse and neglect proceedings.proYea✓
HJR5006Proposing and submitting to the voters at the next general election an amendment to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, providing for wagering on sporting events via mobile or electronic platform.antiNay✓
SB105require updated cost report information for certain community-based health and human services providers.proYea✓
SB198allow medical cannabis establishments to maintain certain cardholder data and to declare an emergency.antiYea✗
SB198allow medical cannabis establishments to maintain certain cardholder data and to declare an emergency.antiYea✗
SB180address requirements for the execution of a living will.proYea✓
SB101provide the Department of Health with oversight authority for the provision of emergency medical services.proYea✗tabled
HB1201provide for the election of State Brand Board members.proNay✗
SB87establish educational standards for the expanded practice of optometry.proYea✗tabled
HCR6004Encouraging the Executive Board of the Legislature to authorize an interim study of the licensure and nomenclature of emergency medical and advanced life support personnel.proYea✓
HB1035make an appropriation to the Department of Revenue for the modernization of the motor vehicle administration system, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1106revise certain provisions pertaining to poll watchers.proYea✓
HB1106revise certain provisions pertaining to poll watchers.proYea✓
HB1169authorize the performance and reporting of medical procedures to avert the death or physical impairment of a pregnant female and to declare an emergency.proYea✗tabled
HCR6010Encouraging the Executive Board of the Legislature to establish a taskforce to study the availability of childcare.proYea✗tabled
HB1166revise certain provisions related to mileage reimbursement.proYea✓
SB10expand certification options for interpreters for the deaf.proYea✓
HB1184revise provisions related to the One-Call Notification Board.proYea✓
HB1226regulate industrial hemp-derived delta-8 and delta-10 tetrahydrocannabinol products, and other hemp-derived psychoactive compounds, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1047revise certain provisions regarding military affairs.proYea✓
HB1150provide a medical cannabis patient a registry identification card fee waiver in certain circumstances.proYea✓
HB1150provide a medical cannabis patient a registry identification card fee waiver in certain circumstances.proYea✓

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