Phil Jensen on Government transparency

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2026 Regular Session×1.0075 bills

HB1246prohibit nondisclosure of certain agreements related to data centers.proYea✓
HB1091require that corrected information be posted at least twenty-four hours prior to a meeting of a political subdivision.proNay✓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✓
SB73revise provisions relating to state financial practices.proYea✓
SB183modify requirements for public notice of a hearing prior to a vote to impose an excess tax levy.proNay✗
SB183modify requirements for public notice of a hearing prior to a vote to impose an excess tax levy.proYea✗tabled
SB151require the publication of the results of an election for precinct committeeman or committeewoman and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1258require that a property tax bill provide access to a state website providing property tax information.proYea✓
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.antiNay✓
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.proNay✓tabled
HB1222prohibit members of the Board of Economic Development from having any interest in moneys from or approved by the Board of Economic Development.proYea✓
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✓
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.antiNay✓
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.proNay✗
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.proNay✗
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.proNay✗
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.proYea✓
HB1259require that the Department of Revenue provide for an online application for property tax relief programs.proNay✗
HB1315authorize the recall of certain elected officials or individuals appointed to fill vacancies in certain offices.proNay✓tabled
HB1104revise the application requirements for special license plates and parking permits for individuals with disabilities.proYea✓
HB1160repeal the medical marijuana oversight committee.antiNay✓
HB1160repeal the medical marijuana oversight committee.antiNay✓
HB1219require the provision of interpreter or translator services for parties to an administrative contested case.proNay✗
HB1278prohibit certain political committees from accepting contributions by certain officers or employees of this state.proNay✗
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.proNay✗
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.proNay✗
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.proYea✓
HB1044make an appropriation to implement the rural health transformation program, and to declare an emergency.proNay✗
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.proYea✓
HB1253adjust the assessment methodology for owner-occupied single-family dwellings and nonagricultural property.proYea✓
HB1253adjust the assessment methodology for owner-occupied single-family dwellings and nonagricultural property.proYea✓
HB1125create a taskforce to study the impact of artificial intelligence systems on the state.proYea✓
SB91clarify the procedure for petitioning a board of county commissioners for a change to the comprehensive plan or zoning ordinances.proYea✓
SB91clarify the procedure for petitioning a board of county commissioners for a change to the comprehensive plan or zoning ordinances.proNay✗
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.proNay✗
SB89create a task force to study the provision of emergency medical services as an essential service and the funding thereof.proNay✗
SB165revise certain provisions pertaining to municipal government.proNay✗
SB165revise certain provisions pertaining to municipal government.proNay✗
SB132modify provisions related to the South Dakota Veterans Council.proYea✓
SB190codify the rights of a parent.proYea✓
SB190codify the rights of a parent.proYea✓
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.proNay✗
SB75amend the type of entities eligible to participate in the cybersecurity services initiative.proNay✗
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.proYea✓
HB1095modify provisions pertaining to the submission of a nominating petition.proNay✗
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.proNay✗
SB78revise the General Appropriations Act for fiscal year 2026.proNay✗
HB1243require the display of the state motto in public schools and provide for associated legal representation.proYea✓
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×0.7065 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.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.proNay✗
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✓
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.proNay✗
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✓
HB1204Revise the subpoena powers of the Government Operations and Audit Committee.proYea✓
HB1264Require the disclosure of an outstanding loan balance on a campaign finance disclosure report.proNay✗
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.proYea✓
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.proYea✓
HB1180Require that a candidate for election to the board of a school district disclose the candidate's party affiliation on a declaration of candidacy.proYea✓
HB1180Require that a candidate for election to the board of a school district disclose the candidate's party affiliation on a declaration of candidacy.proYea✓
HB1180Require that a candidate for election to the board of a school district disclose the candidate's party affiliation on a declaration of candidacy.proYea✓
HB1205Require legislative approval of real property leases that are necessary for the operation of state government and exceed specified durations or rental payments.proYea✓
HB1265Establish provisions related to the sharing of information with the national marrow donor program.proYea✓
HB1265Establish provisions related to the sharing of information with the national marrow donor program.proYea✓
SB128Amend requirements for an official newspaper.proYea✓
SB144Require legislative approval for significant capital expenditures by the Department of Game, Fish and Parks.proYea✓
SB17Clarify when a political committee must file certain campaign finance disclosure statements.proNay✗
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.proYea✓
HB1185Provide that public moneys for education may not be used for lobbying purposes.proYea✓
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.proYea✓
HB1238Establish protections for a veteran seeking assistance in a veterans' benefit matter.proNay✗
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.antiNay✓
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✓
HB1150Address issues facing South Dakota.proYea✗tabled
HB1164Revise the process for nominating candidates for lieutenant governor.proNay✗
HB1164Revise the process for nominating candidates for lieutenant governor.proNay✗
HB1216Modify and repeal provisions related to the Legislative Research Council.proNay✗
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.proYea✓
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✓
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✓
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.proNay✗

2024 Regular Session×0.4951 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.proNay✗
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.proNay✗
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✓
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.proNay✗
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✓
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.proNay✗
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.proNay✗
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.proNay✗
HB1140revise certain provisions relating to petitions containing illegal actions and to declare an emergency.proNay✗
HB1140revise certain provisions relating to petitions containing illegal actions and to declare an emergency.proNay✗
HB1140revise certain provisions relating to petitions containing illegal actions and to declare an emergency.proNay✗
SB211revise notarial acts.proNay✗
HB1001repeal the expiration of a reduction in certain gross receipts and use tax rates.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.proNay✗
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.proNay✗
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.proNay✗
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.proNay✗
HB1068allow disabled veterans to obtain a standard issue county motor vehicle or motorcycle license plate.proYea✓

2023 Regular Session×0.3445 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.proNay✗
HB1231revise certain provisions related to the sealing of adoption records.proYea✓
SB143raise the revenue threshold for a required audit of a water development district.antiNay✓
HB1079make an appropriation to the Department of Health to provide grants to support mental health and suicide prevention programs, and to declare an emergency.proNay✗
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.proNay✗
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.proNay✗
SB158make an appropriation to provide funding for major infrastructure projects to support South Dakota airports.proYea✓
SB200authorize participation in contracts by certain board members and employees of water districts.proNay✗
SB2revise Department of Corrections reporting requirements concerning abuse and neglect of individuals in private contracted facilities.proNay✗
SB5extend the termination date of the Juvenile Justice Oversight Council and modify its membership requirements.proYea✓
HB1096lower the state sales tax rate and the state use tax rate on food to three and one-half percent.proYea✗tabled
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.proNay✗
SB62amend provisions regarding delivery of electronic insurance documents.proNay✗
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.proNay✗
HB1168require active efforts to preserve and reunite Indian families in abuse and neglect proceedings.proNay✗
HB1168require active efforts to preserve and reunite Indian families in abuse and neglect proceedings.proNay✗
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.proNay✗
SB198allow medical cannabis establishments to maintain certain cardholder data and to declare an emergency.antiYea✗
SB180address requirements for the execution of a living will.proNay✗
HB1201provide for the election of State Brand Board members.proYea✓
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✓
HCR6010Encouraging the Executive Board of the Legislature to establish a taskforce to study the availability of childcare.proYea✗tabled
HB1197exempt funeral and burial services from the state gross receipts tax.proYea✓
HB1166revise certain provisions related to mileage reimbursement.proNay✗
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.proNay✗
HB1047revise certain provisions regarding military affairs.proYea✓
HB1095lower the state sales tax rate and the state use tax rate on food to two and one-half percent.antiYea✗
HB1150provide a medical cannabis patient a registry identification card fee waiver in certain circumstances.proYea✓

2022 Regular Session×0.2464 bills

SB187require state agencies to provide certain information for initiated measure or constitutional amendment fiscal notes.proYea✓
HB1136revise oversight and reporting requirements concerning cannabis.proYea✓
SB12revise the annual report on medical cannabis by the Department of Health to the Legislature.proYea✓
SB12revise the annual report on medical cannabis by the Department of Health to the Legislature.proYea✓
HB1041facilitate legislative oversight of settlement agreements involving a state entity or official.proYea✓
HB1041facilitate legislative oversight of settlement agreements involving a state entity or official.proYea✓
HB1295require an annual report from associations that represent boards of school districts.proNay✓tabled
HB1249require the posting of syllabi and course information.proYea✗tabled
HB1283require the posting of laws regarding hospital, nursing facility, and assisted living center visitation.proYea✓
HB1195direct the Indian Education Advisory Council to make an annual report to the Governor and the State-Tribal Relations Committee.proYea✓
HB1195direct the Indian Education Advisory Council to make an annual report to the Governor and the State-Tribal Relations Committee.proYea✓
HB1310authorize parental review of instructional and curricular materials.proNay✓tabled
HR7004Addressing the Governor's unacceptable actions in matters related to the appraiser certification program.proYea✓
HB1075modify legal and official notice publication requirements.proYea✓
HB1255clarify certain public meeting requirements.proYea✓
HB1255clarify certain public meeting requirements.proYea✓
HB1203require taxing districts to hold a public hearing when increasing property tax revenues relative to the previous year.proYea✓
HB1235require legislative approval for the acquisition, sale, or exchange of real property by the Department of Game, Fish and Parks.proYea✓
HB1328require law enforcement to report certain seizures of property.proYea✓
HB1328require law enforcement to report certain seizures of property.proYea✓
HB1077require certain language for the oath or affirmation for civil office.proYea✓
HB1056revise provisions related to medical cannabis data maintained by the Department of Health.antiNay✓
SB14revise provisions related to the confidential list of medical cannabis cardholders maintained by the Department of Health.antiYea✗
HB1213clarify the Corrections Commission's ability to obtain criminal justice information.proYea✓
HB1007codify a joint committee for legislative redistricting.proNay✗
HB1106provide for the security and privacy of certain personally identifiable information for judicial officers and to declare an emergency.antiNay✓
SB83modify when a motion for expungement of an arrest record may be made and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1215revise the deadlines for state agencies to submit annual budget requests to the Legislative Research Council.proNay✗
HB1215revise the deadlines for state agencies to submit annual budget requests to the Legislative Research Council.proYea✓
HB1336make various clarifying changes to the state budgeting process.proYea✓
HB1335revise certain provisions regarding the expenditure of moneys allotted to the state by the United States of America.proYea✓
HB1087revise certain provisions regarding records that are not open to inspection and copying and deliberations in an executive or closed meeting.antiYea✗
HB1329require a forensic audit of election results after each presidential general election.proYea✓
SB21revise provisions related to the revocation of a medical cannabis registry identification card.proYea✓
SB18revise rulemaking authority related to medical cannabis.proYea✓
HB1258protect an individual's conscience from entities requiring the COVID-19 vaccine.antiYea✗
HJR5001To apply for a convention of states under Article V of the Constitution of the United States, to impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, to limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and to limit the terms of office for federal officials and members of Congress.proYea✓
HB1028update certain provisions related to the licensure of optometrists.proYea✓
HB1275clarify signature requirements on petitions regarding the change of form of government in municipalities.proNay✗
SB56revise certain provisions relating to the South Dakota Retirement System.proYea✓
HB1085expand the eligibility for a small estate probate.proYea✓
HB1152establish rights regarding the disposition of a person's remains.proYea✓
HB1152establish rights regarding the disposition of a person's remains.proYea✓
HB1061codify an advisory council for the appraiser certification program.proYea✓
SB131require the Board of Regents to provide an annual presentation to the special committee.proYea✓
HCR6008Urging the Associated School Boards of South Dakota to immediately discontinue any affiliation with or participation in the National School Boards Association.proNay✓tabled
HB1234make an appropriation to provide contingency funds for unanticipated costs related to the coronavirus pandemic and to declare an emergency.antiYea✗
HB1238create a task force on jail planning, to make an appropriation of general contingency funds therefor, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1115allow succession to real property by an affidavit.proYea✓
HB1174revise requirements for sales of catalytic converters to scrap metal businesses.proYea✓
HB1174revise requirements for sales of catalytic converters to scrap metal businesses.proYea✓
SB65delineate uses for the South Dakota housing opportunity fund.proYea✓
SB65delineate uses for the South Dakota housing opportunity fund.proNay✗
SB197require the POW/MIA flag be displayed in the Senate and House of Representative chambers.proYea✓
HB1070clarify certain provisions of the rural access infrastructure improvements grant program.proYea✓
HB1079revise provisions regarding court transcript costs.proNay✗
HB1333make an appropriation of American Rescue Plan Act moneys for child care grants and to declare an emergency.proYea✗tabled
HB1047make an appropriation to the Department of Education to improve and renovate the Cultural Heritage Center and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1047make an appropriation to the Department of Education to improve and renovate the Cultural Heritage Center and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
SB76revise certain provisions regarding the minimum amount of a lottery prize that is subject to setoff.proYea✓
SB107provide for the remote witnessing of certain legal instruments.proYea✓
HB1019make an appropriation for the payment of extraordinary litigation expenses and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1340appropriate money for the ordinary expenses of the legislative, judicial, and executive departments of the state, the current expenses of state institutions, interest on the public debt, and for common schools.proNay✗
SB130authorize the Board of Regents to acquire property, contract for the design and construction of the Dakota State University Applied Research Lab, to make an appropriation therefor, and to declare an emergency.proNay✗

2021 Regular Session×0.1765 bills

HB1050modify certain publishing requirements in official newspapers.proNay✗
SB123require a comment period for the attorney general's statement regarding initiated measures and initiated amendments.proYea✓
HB1139require that assisted living facilities create and post visitation policies.proYea✓
HB1139require that assisted living facilities create and post visitation policies.proYea✓
HB1139require that assisted living facilities create and post visitation policies.proYea✓
HB1269make an appropriation for the creation of a missing persons clearinghouse website and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
SB31provide for the release of adult abuse case information to certain parties to assist in the provision of adult protective services.proYea✓
SB82revise certain regulations pertaining to dealers of motor vehicles, boats, snowmobiles, or manufactured homes and mobile homes.proYea✓
HB1263provide price transparency for health care costs.proYea✓
HB1117revise provisions for public meetings held by teleconference.proNay✗
HB1014establish uniform complaint and declaratory ruling procedures for agencies regulating certain professions and occupations.proYea✓
SB5include a child's legal parents and guardians in the list of parties who may receive information related to reports of the child's abuse or neglect.proYea✓
SB83require the provision of information regarding perinatal hospice.proYea✓
SB72revise notification requirements for listing and delisting species on the threatened and endangered species list.proYea✓
SB174revise provisions related to the automatic removal of certain charges or convictions from a defendant's public record.proYea✓
SB103provide for the confidentiality of personal information of persons affiliated with nonprofit corporations.antiYea✗
HB1078revise certain provisions regarding the South Dakota State Historical Society.antiYea✗
HB1199establish the Office of Liaison for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons.proYea✓
SB74revise certain provisions regarding drones.proYea✓
SB77require certain font size for initiated measure petitions and constitutional amendment petitions.proYea✓
SB77require certain font size for initiated measure petitions and constitutional amendment petitions.proYea✓
SB94revise requirements relating to the publication of milk regulation ordinances.proYea✓
SB1codify legislation enacted in 2020.proYea✓
SB97modify provisions regarding the State-Tribal Relations Committee.proYea✓
SB3enforce directives regarding contagious disease control.antiNay✓
SB3enforce directives regarding contagious disease control.antiNay✓
HB1189establish a tribal flag display in the rotunda of the capitol building.proYea✓
HB1194authorize the review of certain executive orders issued by the President of the United States.proYea✓
HB1111revise certain provisions regarding inspections and seizures by, and forfeitures involving, the Department of Game, Fish and Parks.proYea✓
HB1223prohibit certain social media censorship.proYea✓
HB1028revise petition requirements and the criteria for issuance of a water right permit.antiYea✗
HB1067modify identification requirements for a marriage license and to provide certain provisions for a name change.proYea✓
SB80revise provisions regarding the legislative redistricting process.proYea✓
HCR6008To reauthorize the Mental Health Services Delivery Task Force for the limited purposes of monitoring the growth and development of current initiatives in the delivery of mental health services, reviewing and proposing adjustments to the levels of funding, and ensuring that the statutory and regulatory framework complements intended outcomes.proYea✓
HCR6008To reauthorize the Mental Health Services Delivery Task Force for the limited purposes of monitoring the growth and development of current initiatives in the delivery of mental health services, reviewing and proposing adjustments to the levels of funding, and ensuring that the statutory and regulatory framework complements intended outcomes.proYea✓
SB35make an appropriation to implement provisions concerning the legalization, regulation, and taxation of marijuana, and to declare an emergency.proNay✗
HB1079limit certain actions that may be taken by the executive branch relative to nonprofit corporations or charitable trusts.antiYea✗
HB1079limit certain actions that may be taken by the executive branch relative to nonprofit corporations or charitable trusts.antiYea✗
HB1165create the trust fund for unclaimed property and to provide for the transfer of certain unobligated cash balances.proNay✓tabled
HB1281create the state IT modernization fund, to make an appropriation therefor, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HR7001On the potential impeachment of Jason Ravnsborg, Attorney General of the State of South Dakota.proNay✗
HCR6014To acknowledge and honor the Native American children who were survivors of the boarding schools in this state.proYea✓
SB145revise the process of filling vacancies for candidates for elected office.proYea✓
HJR5005Proposing and submitting to the voters at the 2022 general election a new section to Article XII of the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, relating to the creation and administration of the South Dakota forever trust fund.proNay✓tabled
HJR5004Proposing and submitting to the voters at the 2022 primary election a new section to Article XII of the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, relating to the creation and administration of a trust fund using the net receipts from unclaimed property.proYea✓
HB1166make an appropriation to support the Ellsworth Air Force Base and to declare an emergency.antiNay✓
HB1044transfer the Office of Indian Education to the Department of Education.proNay✓tabled
SB108revise certain provisions related to cooperatives.proYea✓
HB1033update certain provisions relating to the South Dakota Retirement System, to revise certain provisions relating to reemployment after retirement with the South Dakota Retirement System, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
SB59revise the allocation of fees collected by the obligation recovery center and to revise certain venue, jurisdiction, and collection efforts regarding the co-owners of titled motor vehicles, motorcycles, and boats.proYea✓
HB1090modify certain requirements for domestic not-for-profit corporations and to declare an emergency.antiYea✗
HB1090modify certain requirements for domestic not-for-profit corporations and to declare an emergency.antiYea✗
HB1136revise the authority of the Department of Health as it relates to counties and municipalities.proYea✓
HB1136revise the authority of the Department of Health as it relates to counties and municipalities.proYea✓
HB1127revise certain provisions regarding official meetings conducted by teleconference.proNay✗
SB48authorize the payment of lease rental obligations to the South Dakota Health and Educational Facilities Authority, to make an appropriation therefor, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
SB193revise certain provisions regarding remote notarization.proYea✓
SB112establish requirements for filling the vacancies of certain constitutional offices.proNay✗
SCR601Urging the members of South Dakota's congressional delegation to vote against any act admitting the District of Columbia as a separate state.proYea✓
HB1064make an appropriation for and the establishment of peer support and critical incident stress management training for first responder organizations, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1064make an appropriation for and the establishment of peer support and critical incident stress management training for first responder organizations, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
SB6correct technical errors in statutory cross-references related to the Department of Social Services.proYea✓
SB54make an appropriation to build a bison visitors center in Custer State Park and to declare an emergency.proNay✗
HB1241provide for participation in a parent education program upon filing for divorce.proYea✓
HB1241provide for participation in a parent education program upon filing for divorce.proYea✓

2020 Regular Session×0.1248 bills

SB83establish meetings to review certain electric systems.proYea✓
SB58limit gifts to directors or employees of certain government districts.proYea✗tabled
SB20create a monitor to review and respond to complaints related to the care provided to youth in the custody or care of certain care facilities, treatment centers, and programs.proYea✓
SB20create a monitor to review and respond to complaints related to the care provided to youth in the custody or care of certain care facilities, treatment centers, and programs.proYea✓
SB2require the Department of Social Services to fully support a statewide centralized resource information system.proYea✓
SB2require the Department of Social Services to fully support a statewide centralized resource information system.proNay✗
SB2require the Department of Social Services to fully support a statewide centralized resource information system.proNay✗
HCR6008To authorize a legislative study for the continuum of care for the disabled and elderly of South Dakota.proYea✓
HCR6008To authorize a legislative study for the continuum of care for the disabled and elderly of South Dakota.proYea✗tabled
HB1056authorize video monitoring of residents in assisted living centers and nursing facilities.proYea✓
HB1056authorize video monitoring of residents in assisted living centers and nursing facilities.proYea✓
HB1007require certain adjustments to the assessed value of agricultural land if factors impact the land's productivity and to require those adjustments to be documented.proYea✓
SB27establish a missing persons clearinghouse.proYea✓
HB1178revise the seller's property condition disclosure statement.proYea✓
HB1051revise certain provisions regarding public access to voter registration data.antiNay✓
HB1051revise certain provisions regarding public access to voter registration data.antiNay✓
HB1051revise certain provisions regarding public access to voter registration data.antiNay✓
SB103limit the disclosure of presidential election results and to provide for a suspension of such disclosure.antiYea✓tabled
HB1060revise certain provisions regarding the use of the aeronautics fund.proYea✗tabled
SB73exempt certain persons from the requirement to publish name changes.antiYea✗
SB73exempt certain persons from the requirement to publish name changes.antiYea✗
HB1040increase the frequency of background investigations for certain state employees.proYea✓
SB55require the Board of Regents to assemble a task force to study the operations and functions of the institutions of higher education under the board's authority.proYea✓
SB55require the Board of Regents to assemble a task force to study the operations and functions of the institutions of higher education under the board's authority.proYea✓
SB157revise certain provisions regarding the county zoning and appeals process.proNay✗
SB157revise certain provisions regarding the county zoning and appeals process.proNay✗
HB1165revise provisions regarding the acceptance of gifts by municipalities.antiYea✗
HB1107define style and form and authorize the code commission to make certain style and form edits to legislative acts.proYea✓
HB1023permit the secretary of revenue to issue cease and desist orders and to impose a civil penalty on certain public auctions.proYea✓
SB92to provide for the repurposing of STAR Academy.proYea✓
HB1096prohibit commercial surrogacy contracts, provide a penalty for facilitating a commercial surrogacy, and establish an interim committee to evaluate surrogacy in the state.proNay✓tabled
HB1086repeal certain fees charged by a clerk of courts.proYea✓
SB135increase the bid limit for certain public improvements.antiNay✓
SB135increase the bid limit for certain public improvements.antiNay✓
SB45transfer the functions of the South Dakota Value Added Finance Authority to the South Dakota Economic Development Finance Authority and the South Dakota Board of Economic Development and to abolish the South Dakota Value Added Finance Authority.proYea✓
SB173to establish limitations applicable to initial family assessments.proYea✗tabled
HB1213provide a transfer of funds for critical teaching needs scholarships and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1213provide a transfer of funds for critical teaching needs scholarships and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1213provide a transfer of funds for critical teaching needs scholarships and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HCR6015To provide for a legislative task force to study, report, and develop and consider recommendations and proposed legislation regarding the evaluation and standardization of quality measurements of agricultural products.proYea✗tabled
HCR6004To create a task force for the purpose of reviewing the manner in which mental health services are delivered in this state and considering changes to existing models or alternative models that could be utilized for the delivery of mental health services on a regional basis in this state.proYea✓
HCR6004To create a task force for the purpose of reviewing the manner in which mental health services are delivered in this state and considering changes to existing models or alternative models that could be utilized for the delivery of mental health services on a regional basis in this state.proYea✓
HCR6017To encourage the creation of an interim legislative study to address infrastructure and funding support related to the expansion of Ellsworth Air Force Base.proYea✓
HB1021revise certain provisions regarding the South Dakota Lottery Commission.proYea✓
HB1296revise the authority of the Governor in times of a disaster, act of terrorism, or emergency and to declare an emergency.proNay✗
SB70authorize the use of Spanish in obtaining certain driver licenses and permits.proNay✗
SB70authorize the use of Spanish in obtaining certain driver licenses and permits.proNay✗
SB133allow public funds not needed for current operating expenses to be invested in certain certificates of deposit or time deposits.proYea✓

2019 Regular Session×0.0866 bills

SB59revise certain provisions regarding public records.proYea✓
SB59revise certain provisions regarding public records.proYea✓
HB1200require the posting of contact information for persons serving on a board of township supervisors.proYea✓
SB113provide that certain information contained within applications for money lending licenses are public records.proYea✓
SB8provide for a statewide resource information system.proYea✓
SB8provide for a statewide resource information system.proNay✗
HB1094revise certain programs regarding transparency of the petition circulation process.proNay✗
HB1048authorize a public body to conduct certain deliberations in an executive or closed meeting.antiYea✗
SB123provide for the adoption of privacy protection policies.proYea✓
SB123provide for the adoption of privacy protection policies.proYea✓
HB1215revise provisions regarding the posting of county and municipality ordinances.proYea✓
HB1215revise provisions regarding the posting of county and municipality ordinances.proYea✓
SB148provide for state employee protection from retaliation for certain communications.proYea✓
HB1265revise provisions regarding certain tax rates.proNay✗
HB1265revise provisions regarding certain tax rates.proYea✓
HB1074provide a privilege for journalists and newscasters regarding refusal to disclose information.antiYea✗
SB85revise the deadline for the Department of Health's annual report regarding abortions.antiYea✗
SB85revise the deadline for the Department of Health's annual report regarding abortions.antiYea✗
HB1052revise certain provisions regarding the notice given to county commissioners for special sessions.antiYea✗
HB1229require optional services through Medicaid to be authorized through special appropriation.proYea✗tabled
SB3create the Special Education Interim Legislative Committee.proNay✗
SB3create the Special Education Interim Legislative Committee.proNay✗
SB3create the Special Education Interim Legislative Committee.proYea✓
SB52require a survey to determine the adequacy of civics and history instruction in accredited schools.proYea✓
SB52require a survey to determine the adequacy of civics and history instruction in accredited schools.proYea✓
SCR2To provide for legislative task forces to study, report, and develop and consider recommendations and proposed legislation regarding sustainable improvements to the continuum of mental health services available in the state.proYea✓
HB1061provide for a court order to test for HIV at the request of victims of certain crimes.proYea✓
HB1124require health care facilities that perform mammography to inform mammography patients on breast density.proYea✓
HB1064authorize temporary appointments to the State Government Accountability Board.proYea✓
SB23revise certain references to repealed or obsolete provisions regarding the Department of Education.proYea✓
SB60require the secretary of public safety to provide recommendations to the Legislature on a statewide threat assessment plan.proYea✗tabled
HB1146revise provisions related to unclaimed property.proYea✓
HB1190provide for certain reporting requirements related to abortions.proYea✓
HB1190provide for certain reporting requirements related to abortions.proYea✓
HB1190provide for certain reporting requirements related to abortions.proYea✓
SB54regulate the use of care and maintenance funds by perpetual care cemeteries.proYea✓
HB1013require criminal background investigations for certain vital records employees.proYea✓
HB1010recodify, to make certain form and style changes, to clarify, and to repeal certain provisions related to the South Dakota Retirement System.proYea✓
HB1020revise certain provisions regarding state building committees for capital improvement projects.proYea✓
HB1020revise certain provisions regarding state building committees for capital improvement projects.proYea✓
HB1212make an appropriation to fund the industrial hemp licensure program and to declare an emergency.proYea✗tabled
HB1093establish legal standards applicable to petition challenges.proYea✓
SB190promote pipeline construction and fiscal responsibility by establishing a fund, to authorize a special fee for extraordinary expenses, to make a continuous appropriation therefor, and to declare an emergency.antiYea✗
SB1add a legislator to the membership of the Extraordinary Cost Oversight Board, to establish the board in statute, and to repeal the administrative rules creating the board.proYea✓
SB1add a legislator to the membership of the Extraordinary Cost Oversight Board, to establish the board in statute, and to repeal the administrative rules creating the board.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✓
HB1036revise provisions related to the Board of Technical Professions.proYea✓
SB30remove certain unnecessary federal references and dates from certain provisions relating to the Department of Social Services.proYea✓
SB44revise the permanent endowment trust, to authorize the Board of Regents to sell certain extraneous real property and to purchase certain real property, to make an appropriation of sale proceeds, and to declare an emergency.antiYea✗
SB44revise the permanent endowment trust, to authorize the Board of Regents to sell certain extraneous real property and to purchase certain real property, to make an appropriation of sale proceeds, and to declare an emergency.antiYea✗
SB18update certain references to federal laws and regulations regarding pipeline safety inspections and to increase the maximum civil penalty for certain pipeline safety violations.proYea✓
SB153authorize the Game, Fish and Parks Commission to provide for a special hunting license with the proceeds to be used for habitat.proNay✗
HB1187authorize the Bureau of Administration to conduct a study of the Flaming Fountain on Capitol Lake, to make an appropriation therefor, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1187authorize the Bureau of Administration to conduct a study of the Flaming Fountain on Capitol Lake, to make an appropriation therefor, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1005authorize a hearing panel of the Board of Pardons and Paroles to make clemency recommendations.proYea✓
SB13revise certain provisions regarding authorization for public transportation assistance grants.proYea✓
SB117authorize Spanish to be used in the process of issuing certain driver licenses and permits.proNay✗
HB1122revise references to persons who are deaf or hard of hearing.proYea✓
HB1018transfer the collection of various fees from the Department of Revenue to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources.proYea✓
SB5codify legislation enacted in 2018.proYea✓
SB33authorize the commissioner of school and public lands to sell and acquire certain real property.antiYea✗
HB1022revise certain provisions regarding the limitations on indemnification by the state.antiYea✗
HB1264authorize the payment of a self-insured retention on a cyber liability insurance policy from the extraordinary litigation fund, to make an appropriation for the payment of extraordinary litigation expenses, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HJR1004Rescinding House Joint Resolutions calling for a constitutional convention, or convention of the states, for the purpose of amending the Constitution of the United States.proYea✓
SB145revise provisions regarding the vesting of title to a removal agency.proNay✗

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