140 recorded votes on bills tagged with this issue
2026 Regular Session40 votes
HB1017permit the board of a school district to require that certain students receive instruction in alternative settings.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1044make an appropriation to implement the rural health transformation program, and to declare an emergency.Do Pass AmendedYea
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.Do Pass AmendedYea
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.Do PassYea
HB1095modify provisions pertaining to the submission of a nominating petition.ReconsideredYea
HB1095modify provisions pertaining to the submission of a nominating petition.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1125create a taskforce to study the impact of artificial intelligence systems on the state.Do Pass AmendedNay
HB1160repeal the medical marijuana oversight committee.Placed on calendar pursuant to JR 6F-6Yea
HB1160repeal the medical marijuana oversight committee.Do PassYea
HB1182establish a data collection system pertaining to assisted reproductive technology and to provide a penalty therefor.Do Pass AmendedNay
HB1224protect persons from discrimination by financial institutions.Deferred to the 41st legislative dayYeatabling motion
HB1243require the display of the state motto in public schools and provide for associated legal representation.Do Pass AmendedNay
HB1246prohibit nondisclosure of certain agreements related to data centers.Do PassNay
HB1258require that a property tax bill provide access to a state website providing property tax information.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1323modify the requirements to refer an ordinance or resolution to the voters of a political subdivision.Failed to concur, no committee appointedYea
HB1323modify the requirements to refer an ordinance or resolution to the voters of a political subdivision.Do Pass AmendedNay
HCR6004encouraging the use of physical cash in transactions.Do PassNay
HCR6004encouraging the use of physical cash in transactions.Adopt ResolutionNay
SB5require the disclosure of whether a ballot question was proposed by initiative or by the Legislature.Do PassYea
SB46modify the requirements for open meeting agendas and provide a penalty therefor.Do PassYea
SB47revise the requirements for executive sessions and closed meetings.Do PassYea
SB48clarify that an official open meeting agenda must be posted online at least seventy-two hours before the scheduled start of the meeting.Do PassYea
SB49safeguard the integrity, privacy, and security of genetic data and provide a civil penalty therefor.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB56require that agencies promulgating permanent rules publish the rules and associated rulemaking forms on a state website.Do PassYea
SB57clarify when agency financial resource information must be filed in the permanent administrative rulemaking process.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB60restrict ownership of real property interests by certain prohibited entities and to provide for enforcement.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB91clarify the procedure for petitioning a board of county commissioners for a change to the comprehensive plan or zoning ordinances.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB92clarify the rights to appeal and refer certain decisions of boards of county commissioners.TabledYeatabling motion
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.TabledYeatabling motion
SB110regulate how broadband internet access service providers use customer data.Do PassNay
SB110regulate how broadband internet access service providers use customer data.Deferred to the 41st legislative dayYeatabling motion
SB132modify provisions related to the South Dakota Veterans Council.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB133provide additional legislative oversight of rulemaking.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB151require the publication of the results of an election for precinct committeeman or committeewoman and to declare an emergency.Do PassYea
SB214amend provisions pertaining to the publication of the statewide voter registration file.Do Pass AmendedNay
SB219require that a state agency consult with the Aeronautics Commission prior to purchasing, transferring, or disposing of a state owned and operated aircraft.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB237require that counties provide written notice to township supervisors of conditional use applications and appeals.Do Pass AmendedYea
SCR603supporting the secretary of the United States Department of Agriculture in establishing a working group of nutrition experts to determine national standards for foods and beverages purchased with supplemental nutrition assistance program benefits.Concurred in ResolutionYea
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.Placed on calendar pursuant to JR 6F-6Nay
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.Do PassNay
2024 Regular Session53 votes
HB1001repeal the expiration of a reduction in certain gross receipts and use tax rates.Do PassYea
HB1008modify the eligibility for admission to the state veterans' home and repeal the residency requirement.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1038exclude certain habitual DUI offenders from eligibility for presumptive probation.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1038exclude certain habitual DUI offenders from eligibility for presumptive probation.Concurred in amendmentsYea
HB1039provide for the payment of legal expenses originating from crime committed at a facility maintained by the Department of Corrections.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1051make technical changes to provisions regarding the compensation of agents.Do PassYea
HB1061make an appropriation for costs related to emergencies and disasters impacting the state and to declare an emergency.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1062make an appropriation for costs related to the suppression of wildfires impacting the state and to declare an emergency.Do PassYea
HB1068allow disabled veterans to obtain a standard issue county motor vehicle or motorcycle license plate.Do PassYea
HB1068allow disabled veterans to obtain a standard issue county motor vehicle or motorcycle license plate.Do PassYea
HB1071revise a provision providing authority to the Governor to enter into agreements with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.Do PassYea
HB1076require the consideration of the definition of antisemitism when investigating unfair or discriminatory practices.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1076require the consideration of the definition of antisemitism when investigating unfair or discriminatory practices.Concurred in amendmentsYea
HB1083permit a person convicted of certain driving under the influence offenses to drive for certain purposes.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1083permit a person convicted of certain driving under the influence offenses to drive for certain purposes.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1088remove the option for a court services officer to prepare documentation in an adoption proceeding.Do Pass AmendedYea
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.Do PassYea
HB1131waive certain fees for nondriver identification cards for individuals who are homeless.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1140revise certain provisions relating to petitions containing illegal actions and to declare an emergency.Do PassYea
HB1140revise certain provisions relating to petitions containing illegal actions and to declare an emergency.Failed to concur, appoint Conference CommitteeYea
HB1148require legislative authorization for the construction of new campgrounds and additional camping sites.Deferred to the 41st legislative dayYeatabling motion
HB1180require legislative approval for the purchase of real property by the Department of Game, Fish and Parks.TabledYeatabling motion
HB1197require the publication of measures taken to restrict the access of obscene materials by minors.Do PassYea
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.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1232create the Indian Child Welfare Advisory Council.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1239prohibit the dissemination of incorrect or misleading ballot information and to provide a penalty therefor.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1242require the placement of informational signs explaining works of art accepted by the state and displayed at a rest area or facility operated by the Department of Transportation.Deferred to another dayYeatabling motion
HB1257require the Executive Board of the Legislative Research Council to establish an interim study committee on minors' access to pornographic material.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1257require the Executive Board of the Legislative Research Council to establish an interim study committee on minors' access to pornographic material.Failed to concur, appoint Conference CommitteeYea
HB1257require the Executive Board of the Legislative Research Council to establish an interim study committee on minors' access to pornographic material.Failed to concur, no committee appointedYea
HCR6001Supporting the Electoral College.Adopt ResolutionYea
HCR6003To create the One Hundredth Session Planning Committee of the South Dakota Legislature.Adopt ResolutionYea
HCR6006Urging the members of South Dakota's congressional delegation to sponsor and support an amendment to the Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) Act.Adopt ResolutionYea
SB9further limit applications for clemency for violent crime offenders sentenced to life imprisonment.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB28modify tax refunds for elderly persons and persons with a disability, to make an appropriation therefor, and to declare an emergency.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB35provide that certain personal information of a lottery prize winner may only be used for advertising or promotion with the winner's consent.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB40establish a criminal background check requirement for licensure as an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant.Do PassYea
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.Do PassYea
SB45make an appropriation for the establishment of a Center for Quantum Information Science and Technology and to declare an emergency.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB47revise the incentive program for juvenile diversion opportunities.Do PassYea
SB56permit the operation of a Class I electric bicycle on the Mickelson Trail.TabledYeatabling motion
SB75modify provisions pertaining to the designation of a legal newspaper.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB87revise provisions related to the State Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners and its appointed professional councils.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB123revise provisions pertaining to voter registration requirements and the state board of elections.TabledYeatabling motion
SB168make an appropriation for victim services.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB190require a comparison of reemployment assistance recipients against death records for reemployment assistance eligibility integrity.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB199revise provisions pertaining to the consolidation or boundary changes of counties.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB217require disclosure of certain information prior to the sale of property bound by a homeowners' association.Do Pass AmendedYea
SCR601Celebrating the sister-state relationship with Taiwan.Concurred in ResolutionYea
SCR603Opposing the adoption and development of a central bank digital currency.Concurred in ResolutionYea
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.Do PassYea
2023 Regular Session47 votes
HB1030make an appropriation for the revised construction costs of the bioproducts facility in Brookings, and to declare an emergency.Do PassYea
HB1035make an appropriation to the Department of Revenue for the modernization of the motor vehicle administration system, and to declare an emergency.Do PassYea
HB1047revise certain provisions regarding military affairs.Do PassYea
HB1079make an appropriation to the Department of Health to provide grants to support mental health and suicide prevention programs, and to declare an emergency.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1103waive the fee for nondriver identification cards for individuals at or below the federal poverty level.Do PassNay
HB1106revise certain provisions pertaining to poll watchers.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1106revise certain provisions pertaining to poll watchers.Failed to concur, no committee appointedYea
HB1114revise the qualifications to be a member of a county recount board.Do PassYea
HB1124modify provisions pertaining to the testing of automatic tabulating equipment.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1124modify provisions pertaining to the testing of automatic tabulating equipment.Concurred in amendmentsYea
HB1135provide for transparency in the pricing of prescription drugs.Do Pass AmendedYea
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.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1150provide a medical cannabis patient a registry identification card fee waiver in certain circumstances.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1166revise certain provisions related to mileage reimbursement.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1168require active efforts to preserve and reunite Indian families in abuse and neglect proceedings.Do PassNay
HB1168require active efforts to preserve and reunite Indian families in abuse and neglect proceedings.ReconsideredNay
HB1184revise provisions related to the One-Call Notification Board.Do PassYea
HB1189require certain entities owning agricultural land to report foreign beneficial ownership interests.Do PassYea
HB1189require certain entities owning agricultural land to report foreign beneficial ownership interests.Do PassYea
HB1201provide for the election of State Brand Board members.Do Pass AmendedNay
HB1201provide for the election of State Brand Board members.Do Pass AmendedNay
HB1226regulate industrial hemp-derived delta-8 and delta-10 tetrahydrocannabinol products, and other hemp-derived psychoactive compounds, and to declare an emergency.Do Pass AmendedYea
HB1231revise certain provisions related to the sealing of adoption records.Do PassYea
HB1241waive the fee for nondriver identification cards for individuals who are homeless and to make an appropriation therefor.Referred toYea
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.Adopt Resolution as amendedYea
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.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB2revise Department of Corrections reporting requirements concerning abuse and neglect of individuals in private contracted facilities.Do PassYea
SB5extend the termination date of the Juvenile Justice Oversight Council and modify its membership requirements.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB15accept Uniformed Services ID as proof of veteran status to have veteran designation added to a state license or ID card.Do PassYea
SB56revise requirements to relocate a county seat.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB62amend provisions regarding delivery of electronic insurance documents.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB68modify the approval process for certain out-of-state travel and related costs by a legislative member.Do PassNay
SB69modify the composition of the State-Tribal Relations Committee.Do PassYea
SB93provide an increased appropriation for the construction costs of an athletics events center at Dakota State University, and to declare an emergency.Do PassYea
SB105require updated cost report information for certain community-based health and human services providers.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB142prohibit certain persons from using the title veterinary technician.Deferred to the 41st legislative dayYeatabling motion
SB143raise the revenue threshold for a required audit of a water development district.Do PassYea
SB143raise the revenue threshold for a required audit of a water development district.Do PassYea
SB158make an appropriation to provide funding for major infrastructure projects to support South Dakota airports.Do Pass AmendedNay
SB162revise public meeting requirements.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB180address requirements for the execution of a living will.Do PassYea
SB181authorize the provision of medical records and the imposition of related fees.Do PassYea
SB197prohibit the spouse of a member of the Legislature from being employed as a private lobbyist.Do PassYea
SB198allow medical cannabis establishments to maintain certain cardholder data and to declare an emergency.Do Pass AmendedYea
SB200authorize participation in contracts by certain board members and employees of water districts.Do PassYea
▶No vote recorded (excused / absent)1 bill
HB1242require the placement of informational signs explaining works of art accepted by the state and displayed at a rest area or facility operated by the Department of Transportation.Excused
Votes are shown as cast; we don’t score or label positions. Amendment-adoption motions are omitted, and tabling motions are flagged (a Yea there was a vote to kill the bill).