William Shorma on State agency operations

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2026 Regular Session×1.0069 bills

HB1222prohibit members of the Board of Economic Development from having any interest in moneys from or approved by the Board of Economic Development.proNay✗
SB73revise provisions relating to state financial practices.proYea✓
SB133provide additional legislative oversight of rulemaking.proYea✓
HB1161amend provisions related to changing rooms, sleeping quarters, and restrooms.proYea✓
HB1249amend provisions pertaining to the School Finance Accountability Board, and the process by which a recommendation of the board is approved.proYea✓
HB1054repeal the creation and budgeting for the Digital Dakota Network.proYea✓
HB1054repeal the creation and budgeting for the Digital Dakota Network.proYea✓
SB93prohibit certain state officers or employees from being employed by an organization that was the recipient of a contract awarded on behalf of a state agency for a period of time.proYea✗tabled
SB52clarify statutes governing the administration of disability benefits by the South Dakota Retirement System.proYea✓
SB53ensure uniformity in member identification provisions governing the South Dakota Retirement System.proYea✓
SB65revise certain required minimum distribution provisions of the South Dakota Retirement System.proYea✓
HB1160repeal the medical marijuana oversight committee.antiYea✗
HB1160repeal the medical marijuana oversight committee.antiYea✗
SB219require that a state agency consult with the Aeronautics Commission prior to purchasing, transferring, or disposing of a state owned and operated aircraft.proNay✗
SB219require that a state agency consult with the Aeronautics Commission prior to purchasing, transferring, or disposing of a state owned and operated aircraft.proNay✗
SB72extend the time for reverting moneys appropriated for the modernization of the state's enterprise resource planning systems.proYea✓
HB1060remove the five percent calculation requirement from the county budgetary process.proYea✓
HB1078direct the amendment of the Administrative Rules of South Dakota regarding the coursework required for high school graduation.proNay✗
HB1078direct the amendment of the Administrative Rules of South Dakota regarding the coursework required for high school graduation.proNay✗
SB91clarify the procedure for petitioning a board of county commissioners for a change to the comprehensive plan or zoning ordinances.proYea✓
HB1027update certain citations to federal regulations regarding pipeline safety inspections.proYea✓
HB1027update certain citations to federal regulations regarding pipeline safety inspections.proYea✓
SB26revise procurement for highway construction contracts.proYea✓
SB26revise procurement for highway construction contracts.proYea✓
SB197modify the administration of the South Dakota-Ireland trade fund.proYea✓
SB205revise registration fees for drones and establish a fund to support drone aviation.proNay✗
SB205revise registration fees for drones and establish a fund to support drone aviation.proNay✗
SB15create the Developmental Disability Service Delivery Committee.proYea✓
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✗
HB1155permit the state to invest in Bitcoin.proYea✗tabled
SB60restrict ownership of real property interests by certain prohibited entities and to provide for enforcement.proYea✓
SB60restrict ownership of real property interests by certain prohibited entities and to provide for enforcement.proYea✓
SB51revise certain requirements for contesting actions of the South Dakota Retirement System.proYea✓
HB1264eliminate the Agricultural Land Assessment Implementation and Oversight Advisory Task Force, and to provide that the Department of Revenue receive the submission of recommendations and provide a report on agricultural value.proYea✓
HB1125create a taskforce to study the impact of artificial intelligence systems on the state.proNay✗
HCR6011encouraging the Executive Board of the Legislative Research Council to form an interim Neurohealth Safety Committee to study and assess the regulatory framework under which vapor product retail establishments operate.proYea✓
HB1026provide for the licensing of property data collectors and the registration of property data collection companies and to provide a penalty therefor.proNay✓tabled
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✓
SB11increase reinstatement fees and abstract driver record fees.proYea✓
SB11increase reinstatement fees and abstract driver record fees.proYea✓
HB1018amend the reversion date for moneys appropriated to the Department of Education to improve and renovate the Cultural Heritage Center.proYea✓
HB1038allow the Public Utilities Commission to assess actual costs to data centers that are customers of public utilities.proYea✓
HB1046authorize the Department of Corrections to demolish the Pierre Minimum Center, to make an appropriation therefor, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1165establish basic and advanced esthetics licenses, and to revise the licensure chapter for cosmetology, nail technology, and esthetics.proYea✓
HB1165establish basic and advanced esthetics licenses, and to revise the licensure chapter for cosmetology, nail technology, and esthetics.proNay✗
HB1234revise provisions related to serving a subpoena in a contested case.proYea✓
SB63establish the state office of apprenticeship within the Department of Labor and Regulation.proYea✓
SB63establish the state office of apprenticeship within the Department of Labor and Regulation.proYea✓
SB165revise certain provisions pertaining to municipal government.proYea✓
HB1102reschedule the date for filing certain annual reports.proYea✓
SB74transfer moneys to the general fund from the budget reserve fund and the general revenue replacement fund, and to declare an emergency.antiYea✗
SB119create the capitol restoration fund and to transfer moneys thereto.proYea✓
HB1038allow the Public Utilities Commission to assess actual costs to data centers that are customers of public utilities.proYea✓
SB74transfer moneys to the general fund from the budget reserve fund and the general revenue replacement fund, and to declare an emergency.antiYea✗
HB1272require that a snow bear be titled and licensed.proYea✓
HB1272require that a snow bear be titled and licensed.proYea✓
HB1061require the acceptance of cash as payment in certain transactions.proYea✗tabled
HB1182establish a data collection system pertaining to assisted reproductive technology and to provide a penalty therefor.proNay✗
HB1243require the display of the state motto in public schools and provide for associated legal representation.proNay✗
HB1323modify the requirements to refer an ordinance or resolution to the voters of a political subdivision.proNay✗
HB1250revise the types of community-based providers for purposes of state funded services.proYea✓
HB1279permit technical college employees to join the state health plan.proYea✓
SB71authorize the assumption of certain responsibilities and the waiver of sovereign immunity in connection with certain actions under federal environmental law.proYea✓
SB71authorize the assumption of certain responsibilities and the waiver of sovereign immunity in connection with certain actions under federal environmental law.proNay✗
HB1323modify the requirements to refer an ordinance or resolution to the voters of a political subdivision.proYea✓
SB236create the county and township infrastructure fund for the accounting, safekeeping, and allocation of unobligated rural access infrastructure fund moneys.proYea✓
SB129update references in certain statutes to the 2024 standard building codes.proYea✓
HB1326appropriate 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 common schools.proYea✓
HB1136make an appropriation for the development of South Dakota.proYea✗tabled

2025 Regular Session×0.7094 bills

SB34Update the roles of the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources and the Department of Public Safety regarding burning and burn permit issuing authority.proYea✓
SB144Require legislative approval for significant capital expenditures by the Department of Game, Fish and Parks.proNay✗
HB1051Update provisions on the interim legislative oversight of administrative rulemaking.proYea✓
HB1152Prohibit the enforcement and implementation of directives from intergovernmental organizations, and to provide a penalty therefor.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✗
SB60Expand the access and investigatory authority of the state auditor.proYea✓
HB1012Clarify the status of the Statewide One-Call Notification Board as an agency administered by the Department of Public Safety and the duties of the Board.proYea✓
HB1012Clarify the status of the Statewide One-Call Notification Board as an agency administered by the Department of Public Safety and the duties of the Board.proYea✓
HB1029Update provisions of the South Dakota Retirement System.proYea✓
HB1030Update the South Dakota Retirement System's member information protection provisions.proYea✓
HB1031Update the South Dakota Retirement System member identity verification procedures.proYea✓
HB1041Revise and repeal certain provisions pertaining to the state library and State Library Board.proYea✓
HB1155Revise the annual reporting period for public safety answering points.proYea✓
HB1216Modify and repeal provisions related to the Legislative Research Council.proYea✓
HB1231Repeal the board of barber examiners and cosmetology commission, and to create the cosmetology and barbering board, to provide a penalty, and to make an appropriation therefor.proYea✗tabled
HB1266Attach the South Dakota State Brand Board to the Office of School and Public Lands.proNay✗
SB61Modify the authority of the Board of Internal Control.proYea✓
SB84Extend the timeframe for filling a vacancy in a board of county commissioners.proYea✓
SB143Modify the composition and staffing requirements of the South Dakota-Ireland Trade Commission.proYea✓
HB1102Require the submission of medical, dental, and pharmaceutical claims data to the Division of Insurance and to establish a health care data system.proYea✗tabled
SB62Establish mandatory reporting requirements related to improper governmental conduct and crime, and to provide a penalty therefor.proYea✓
SB76Repeal reporting and testifying requirements to the committees on health and human services regarding nursing facilities and long-term healthcare needs.proYea✓
SB29Amend provisions regarding the Division of Insurance and the former Division of Securities operating fund.proYea✓
SB29Amend provisions regarding the Division of Insurance and the former Division of Securities operating fund.proYea✓
HB1067Define the term "must."proYea✓
HB1072Modernize provisions relating to water development districts.proYea✓
HB1124Repeal a requirement regarding possession of a registry card.proYea✓
HB1150Address issues facing South Dakota.proYea✗tabled
HB1196Update Uniform Unclaimed Property Act to include provisions related to virtual currency and notice requirements.proYea✓
HB1202Permit the state to invest in Bitcoin.proYea✗tabled
HCR6006Urging the State Investment Council to invest in Bitcoin.proYea✗tabled
SB10Shorten the time before records of a Governor or a lieutenant governor are opened to the public.proYea✓
SB36Repeal the oath requirement for an application for a lodging establishment, campground, food service establishment, or mobile food service establishment license.proYea✓
SB36Repeal the oath requirement for an application for a lodging establishment, campground, food service establishment, or mobile food service establishment license.proYea✓
SB131Establish an electronic system for vehicle titles.proYea✓
SB131Establish an electronic system for vehicle titles.proYea✓
SB140Revise a provision related to the reimbursement of expenses incurred by a county in detaining a parolee.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✓
SB146Revise provisions on interim transfers and appropriations.proYea✓
HB1106Require a report regarding refugee resettlement services.proNay✗
SB63Establish protections for state employees who report improper governmental conduct and crime.proYea✓
SB176Clarify the discovery procedures and powers and to modify the administration of the Government Operations and Audit Committee.proNay✗
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✓
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✓
HB1185Provide that public moneys for education may not be used for lobbying purposes.proNay✗
SB71Revise provisions pertaining to the compulsory age for school attendance.proYea✓
HB1036Establish a minimum combined balance of the budget reserve fund and general revenue replacement fund.proYea✓
SB71Revise provisions pertaining to the compulsory age for school attendance.proYea✓
SB167Revise certain provisions pertaining to municipal government.proYea✓
SB65Provide for the sale of certain real estate located in Pennington County and to provide for the deposit of the proceeds.proYea✓
HB1008Include a hybrid facility as a facility to be regulated by the Public Utilities Commission.proYea✓
HB1008Include a hybrid facility as a facility to be regulated by the Public Utilities Commission.proYea✓
HB1057Transfer moneys from the South Dakota-bred racing fund to the special racing revolving fund.proYea✓
HB1131Make an appropriation for the restoration, maintenance, and repair of the state capitol.proYea✓
HB1131Make an appropriation for the restoration, maintenance, and repair of the state capitol.proYea✓
HB1142Amend the bond requirement for certain municipal officers.proYea✓
HB1164Revise the process for nominating candidates for lieutenant governor.proYea✓
HB1164Revise the process for nominating candidates for lieutenant governor.proYea✓
HB1179Clarify certain labeling and sales requirements for homemade food items.proYea✗tabled
HB1213Increase the maximum amount allowable for the livestock ownership inspection fee and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1226Provide that no county transfer jurisdiction of a county highway to a municipality unless the highway meets a minimum pavement condition rating, or unless there is mutual agreement of the county and municipality.proYea✗tabled
HB1261Provide the board of commissioners with authority over certain intra-county land uses and construction projects.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✓
SB28Revise provisions relating to licensing fees and license renewal dates for the practice of barbering and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
SB28Revise provisions relating to licensing fees and license renewal dates for the practice of barbering and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
SB30Remove outdated provisions within the insurance code.proYea✓
SB30Remove outdated provisions within the insurance code.proYea✓
SB37Revise and repeal provisions related to the 911 emergency surcharge and the 911 Coordination Board.proYea✓
SB65Provide for the sale of certain real estate located in Pennington County and to provide for the deposit of the proceeds.proYea✓
SB66Revise certain provisions related to capital improvements of state buildings.proYea✓
SB77Update terminology related to ambulance operators.proYea✓
SB120Update the membership of the Animal Industry Board to include a poultry producer.proYea✓
SB128Amend requirements for an official newspaper.proYea✓
SB155Reduce the amount of net receipts of unclaimed property deposited into the general fund.proYea✓
SB163Require certain firefighting equipment purchased by a fire department contain particular labeling.proNay✗
SB174Include certain types of vehicles in the abandoned titling process.proYea✓
SB174Include certain types of vehicles in the abandoned titling process.proYea✓
SB24Revise provisions relating to the promulgation of rules to set licensing and inspection fees for plumbers and related professions.proYea✓
SB24Revise provisions relating to the promulgation of rules to set licensing and inspection fees for plumbers and related professions.proYea✓
HB1167Make an appropriation for the development of South Dakota.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✓
SB31Revise amounts for inspection fees for electrical installations.proYea✓
SB31Revise amounts for inspection fees for electrical installations.proYea✓
SB46Specify the funds into which certain boat fees are deposited.proYea✓
SB46Specify the funds into which certain boat fees are deposited.proYea✓
HB1005Modify the requirement for payment of a private home study by the Department of Social Services.proYea✓
SB15Expand the policy advisory committee for animal damage control.proYea✓
SB110Revise licensure and supervision requirements for physical therapists and physical therapist assistants.proYea✓
SB56Authorize the payment of lease rental obligations to the South Dakota Building Authority by the Bureau of Finance and Management, to make an appropriation therefore, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1046Revise the General Appropriations Act for fiscal year 2025.proYea✓
SB192Rename the Department of Corrections.proNay✗
HB1049Update the official code of laws.proYea✓
SB220Appropriate 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 common schools.mixedYea✗

2024 Regular Session×0.4936 bills

HB1062make an appropriation for costs related to the suppression of wildfires impacting the state and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
SB35provide that certain personal information of a lottery prize winner may only be used for advertising or promotion with the winner's consent.proYea✓
HCR6007Encouraging the United States Department of Veteran Affairs to allow veterans to receive long-term care services at facilities that do not otherwise meet the requirements set by the department.proYea✓
SB33repeal the Petroleum Release Compensation Board.proYea✓
SB190require a comparison of reemployment assistance recipients against death records for reemployment assistance eligibility integrity.proYea✓
SB190require a comparison of reemployment assistance recipients against death records for reemployment assistance eligibility integrity.proYea✓
HB1118revise unclaimed property provisions.proYea✓
HB1049authorize the Board of Regents to accept and use easement proceeds for the purposes authorized by the 2022 Session Laws, chapter 198.proYea✓
SB168make an appropriation for victim services.proYea✓
SB40establish a criminal background check requirement for licensure as an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant.proYea✓
SB61repeal the Visitation Grant Advisory Group.antiYea✗
SB123revise provisions pertaining to voter registration requirements and the state board of elections.proNay✓tabled
SB211revise notarial acts.proYea✓
SCR603Opposing the adoption and development of a central bank digital currency.proYea✓
HB1071revise a provision providing authority to the Governor to enter into agreements with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.proYea✓
HB1001repeal the expiration of a reduction in certain gross receipts and use tax rates.proYea✓
HB1089exclude certain crimes from presumptive probation.proYea✓
HB1089exclude certain crimes from presumptive probation.proYea✓
SB75modify provisions pertaining to the designation of a legal newspaper.proYea✓
SB10require that a notification of medical cannabis certification be provided to a patient's primary or referring practitioner.proYea✓
HB1007amend the requirement to employ a county veterans' service officer.proYea✓
HB1008modify the eligibility for admission to the state veterans' home and repeal the residency requirement.proYea✓
HB1008modify the eligibility for admission to the state veterans' home and repeal the residency requirement.proYea✓
HB1022make an appropriation to the Department of Education to provide professional development in literacy to teachers, 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✓
HB1136revise the renewal fee for barber's certificate of registration.proYea✓
HB1136revise the renewal fee for barber's certificate of registration.proYea✓
HB1200increase the minimum fee required with an application for construction of an energy conversion and transmission facility.proYea✓
HB1200increase the minimum fee required with an application for construction of an energy conversion and transmission facility.proYea✓
HB1199repeal certain provisions of the Uniform Commercial Code.proYea✓
HB1163amend provisions of the Uniform Commercial Code.proNay✗
SB199revise provisions pertaining to the consolidation or boundary changes of counties.proYea✓
SB37revise provisions regarding repair and maintenance of mail routes.proYea✓
SB41modify an administrative procedure for revoking a nonresponsive insurance producer's license.proYea✓
SB41modify an administrative procedure for revoking a nonresponsive insurance producer's license.proYea✓
SB129improve the workforce of South Dakota.proYea✗tabled

2023 Regular Session×0.3441 bills

HB1198revise provisions on correcting minor errors on motor vehicle titles.proYea✗tabled
SB22streamline examination reports.proYea✓
SB22streamline examination reports.proYea✓
HB1060modify provisions related to procurement for the state and other purchasing agencies.proYea✓
HB1048repeal and make technical changes to provisions regarding the Board of Military Affairs.proYea✓
HB1048repeal and make technical changes to provisions regarding the Board of Military Affairs.proYea✓
HB1184revise provisions related to the One-Call Notification Board.proYea✓
HB1184revise provisions related to the One-Call Notification Board.proYea✓
HB1118make an appropriation to support the South Dakota Small Business Development Center and the South Dakota Procurement Technical Assistance Center, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1118make an appropriation to support the South Dakota Small Business Development Center and the South Dakota Procurement Technical Assistance Center, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
SB43revise certain provisions regarding money transmission.proYea✓
SB43revise certain provisions regarding money transmission.proYea✓
HB1008revise provisions relating to actuarial terminology used by the South Dakota Retirement System.proYea✓
SB78create the South Dakota Board of Physical Therapy and make an appropriation therefor.proYea✓
HB1228revise Public Utilities Commission procedure regarding permits for energy conversion and transmission facilities.proYea✗tabled
HB1057allow for the appointment of county coroner by all counties.proYea✓
HB1022make an appropriation for increased costs related to the construction of the new state public health laboratory, and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1153update travel expenses, moving expenses, and other reimbursements.proYea✓
SB129include school employees in certain assault provisions and provide a penalty therefor.proNay✗
HB1210modify the use of conservation district special revenue fund monies and to provide an appropriation therefor.proYea✓
SB141clarify and modernize cremation requirements and procedures.proYea✓
HB1015update provisions related to the licensure of funeral directors and the provision of funeral services.proYea✓
HB1015update provisions related to the licensure of funeral directors and the provision of funeral services.proYea✓
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✓
HB1037amend the eligibility for admission to the state veterans’ home and repeal the residency requirement.proYea✓
HB1037amend the eligibility for admission to the state veterans’ home and repeal the residency requirement.proYea✓
SB162revise public meeting requirements.proYea✓
HB1166revise certain provisions related to mileage reimbursement.proNay✗
SB158make an appropriation to provide funding for major infrastructure projects to support South Dakota airports.proYea✓
SB139revise residency requirements for the purposes of voter registration.proYea✓
SB132revise the appointment of legislators to the Agricultural Land Assessment Implementation and Oversight Advisory Task Force.proYea✓
SB200authorize participation in contracts by certain board members and employees of water districts.proNay✗
SB11update the deposit threshold for actions related to general rate cases.proYea✓
SB11update the deposit threshold for actions related to general rate cases.proYea✓
SB68modify the approval process for certain out-of-state travel and related costs by a legislative member.proNay✗
HB1038revise certain provisions pertaining to the Department of Veterans Affairs and residency in the State Veterans Home.proYea✓
SB98identify the means of conducting a criminal background check for the renewal of a gold card or an enhanced permit to carry a concealed pistol.proYea✓
HB1042update additional charges allowed for mailing decals and plates and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1042update additional charges allowed for mailing decals and plates and to declare an emergency.proYea✓
HB1193amend provisions of the Uniform Commercial Code.proYea✓
HB1193amend provisions of the Uniform Commercial Code.proNay✗

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