This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment that would remove the lieutenant governor's role as president (presiding officer) of the South Dakota Senate, eliminating their limited voting power when senators are equally divided. The amendment would also repeal a constitutional rule preventing the lieutenant governor from participating in impeachment trials against the governor. If approved by voters at the next general election, these changes would significantly reduce the lieutenant governor's legislative duties and tie-breaking authority.
This bill does not directly amend codified state law.
House of Representatives Do Pass Failed, YEAS 25, NAYS 42. H.J. 514
State Affairs Do Pass Passed, YEAS 9, NAYS 3.
State Affairs Scheduled for hearing
First read in House and referred to House State Affairs H.J. 445
Senate Do Pass Passed, YEAS 19, NAYS 14. S.J. 385
State Affairs Do Pass Passed, YEAS 9, NAYS 0. S.J. 31
State Affairs Scheduled for hearing S.J. 1
First read in Senate and referred to Senate State Affairs S.J. 179
Prime sponsor · Sen.
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Do Pass
State Affairs — Do Pass
Do Pass
State Affairs — Do Pass