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State bill data last updated Oct 16, 2026, 4:04 AM.

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• HB 1082 Became law
  establish parameters for the reimbursement of school districts that provide free or reduced-price meals to students.
  Mar 30, 2026: Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-30 H.J. 580
• HB 1313 Became law
  require education in prenatal human growth and development.
  Mar 30, 2026: Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-30 H.J. 579
• SB 136 Became law
  make an appropriation for grants to support the purchase of personal protective equipment by volunteer fire departments and to declare an emergency.
  Mar 30, 2026: Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-30 S.J. 549
• HB 1183 Became law
  revise qualifications for immunity from prosecution following a drug-related overdose.
  Mar 30, 2026: Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-30 H.J. 578
• SB 131 Became law
  revise the season in which a nonprofit organization may host a special pheasant hunt for disabled veterans and Purple Heart recipients.
  Mar 30, 2026: Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-30 S.J. 550
• SB 132 Became law
  modify provisions related to the South Dakota Veterans Council.
  Mar 30, 2026: Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-30 S.J. 548
• SB 36 Became law
  authorize certain utilities to establish wildfire mitigation plans and associated liability limitations for wildfire damages.
  Mar 12, 2026: Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-12 S.J. 541
• SB 197 Became law
  modify the administration of the South Dakota-Ireland trade fund.
  Mar 10, 2026: Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-10 S.J. 514
• SB 81 Became law
  clarify the prohibition on injuring or harassing a service animal.
  Mar 9, 2026: Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-09 S.J. 488
• HB 1143 Became law
  authorize the possession and self-administration of diabetes medications by a student on school property and at school-related events and activities.
  Mar 9, 2026: Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-09 H.J. 534
• SB 87 Became law
  clarify and establish requirements related to forensic medical examinations.
  Mar 9, 2026: Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-09 S.J. 488
• HB 1279 In committee
  permit technical college employees to join the state health plan.
  Mar 5, 2026: Education Deferred to the 41st legislative day , Passed, YEAS 4, NAYS 3 S.J. 17
• SC 831 Introduced
  recognizing the historical significance of the buffalo and celebrating their return to tribal lands in this state.
  Mar 4, 2026: S.J. 471
• HC 8023 Introduced
  honoring the legacy and strength of grandmothers in this state.
  Mar 4, 2026: H.J. 517
• SC 819 Introduced
  honoring the 2025-2026 Canton C-Hawk girls wrestling team.
  Mar 4, 2026: S.J. 471
• HB 1056 Became law
  require that the Department of Social Services submit a federal waiver request to exclude soft drinks from the supplemental nutrition assistance program.
  Mar 4, 2026: Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-04 H.J. 496
• SC 830 Introduced
  honoring Dave Bonde for exemplary service to South Dakota.
  Mar 4, 2026: S.J. 471
• SB 220 In committee
  authorize a comprehensive study of juvenile correctional and residential facilities, to make an appropriation therefor, and to declare an emergency.
  Mar 4, 2026: House of Representatives Do Pass Amended , Passed, YEAS 30, NAYS 37 H.J. 512
• HB 1147 In committee
  make an appropriation for the purchase and distribution of food by a statewide distribution organization.
  Feb 25, 2026: Committee on Appropriations Tabled , Passed, YEAS 10, NAYS 6 J.J. 26
• SJR 502 Adopted
  applying to the United States Congress under Article V of the United States Constitution to call for a convention proposing an amendment to the constitution fixing the number of justices of the United States Supreme Court at one chief justice and eight associate justices.
  Feb 25, 2026: State Affairs Deferred to the 41st legislative day , Passed, YEAS 12, NAYS 0
• SC 812 Introduced
  to acknowledge Glenn Muller's distinguished career and congratulate him on his achievements.
  Feb 24, 2026: S.J. 388
• SB 118 In committee
  deposit certain tax revenues into a homeowner tax reduction fund.
  Feb 24, 2026: Senate Do Pass Amended , Passed, YEAS 16, NAYS 17 S.J. 375
• SB 199 In committee
  establish a new fund to provide property tax relief.
  Feb 23, 2026: Senate Do Pass , Passed, YEAS 16, NAYS 17 S.J. 360
• HB 1080 Became law
  allow a business owner who is a veteran to display military specialty plates on a noncommercial vehicle registered to the veteran's business and to limit personal liability to the business owner and veteran.
  Feb 23, 2026: Signed by the Governor on 2026-02-23 H.J. 400
• HB 1072 In committee
  provide an appropriation for a payment for state employee salaries.
  Feb 19, 2026: Committee on Appropriations Tabled , Passed, YEAS 16, NAYS 0
• HB 1141 In committee
  provide an additional means of determining the purchase price of a used motor vehicle acquired by gift or other transfer.
  Feb 19, 2026: Transportation Deferred to the 41st legislative day , Passed, YEAS 8, NAYS 3 H.J. 19
• HB 1256 In committee
  require the promulgation of rules related to accessing the capitol complex and providing electronic card access to capitol access pass holders.
  Feb 19, 2026: State Affairs Tabled , Passed, YEAS 11, NAYS 1
• HB 1255 In committee
  require that the Department of Health accept the medical records of a veteran applying for a medical cannabis registry identification card.
  Feb 19, 2026: Military and Veterans Affairs Deferred to the 41st legislative day , Passed, YEAS 10, NAYS 1
• SB 6 In committee
  reduce the duration of an individual's reemployment benefits.
  Feb 19, 2026: Commerce and Energy Tabled , Passed, YEAS 6, NAYS 0
• HB 1240 In committee
  establish requirements for the distribution and sale of vapor products, and to provide a penalty therefor.
  Feb 18, 2026: Placed on calendar pursuant to JR 6F-6 , Passed, YEAS 31, NAYS 36 H.J. 355
• HCR 6014 In committee
  honoring Custer State Park cabin owners and their property rights.
  Feb 18, 2026: Withdrawn at the Request of the Prime Sponsor , Passed, H.J. 353
• HB 1010 In committee
  modify requirements regarding the use of a mobile electronic device while operating a motor vehicle.
  Feb 18, 2026: House of Representatives Do Pass Amended , Passed, YEAS 21, NAYS 46 H.J. 358
• HB 1060 Became law
  remove the five percent calculation requirement from the county budgetary process.
  Feb 17, 2026: Signed by the Governor on 2026-02-17 H.J. 326
• HC 8012 Introduced
  recognizing Captain Royce Williams for his exemplary military service and bravery in combat.
  Feb 17, 2026: H.J. 343
• HB 1088 Became law
  remove the requirement that counties remit to municipalities an amount equal to the road levy for calendar years 1984, 1985, and 1986.
  Feb 17, 2026: Signed by the Governor on 2026-02-17 H.J. 326
• HCR 6012 Introduced
  recognizing the YMCA for 175 years of service to youth, families, and communities in South Dakota and across the United States.
  Feb 11, 2026: Senate Concurred in Resolution , Passed, YEAS 33, NAYS 0 S.J. 249
• SB 12 Became law
  provide for a refund of property taxes in previous years for qualifying veterans and surviving spouses.
  Feb 11, 2026: Signed by the Governor on 2026-02-11 S.J. 240
• SB 2 Became law
  provide that a firearm silencer is not a controlled weapon.
  Feb 11, 2026: Signed by the Governor on 2026-02-11 S.J. 240
• HCR 6009 In committee
  urging Congress to repeal the estate tax.
  Feb 10, 2026: Taxation Tabled , Passed, YEAS 13, NAYS 0 H.J. 7
• SB 5 Became law
  require the disclosure of whether a ballot question was proposed by initiative or by the Legislature.
  Feb 6, 2026: Signed by the Governor on 2026-02-06 S.J. 206
• SB 238 Introduced
  authorize the removal of occupants from certain short-term lodging accommodations, and to provide a penalty therefor.
  Feb 5, 2026: Withdrawn at the Request of the Prime Sponsor , Passed, S.J. 198
• HC 8007 Introduced
  recognizing Scouting America Day at the Capitol and celebrating Scouting America for one hundred sixteen years of service to American youth.
  Feb 5, 2026: H.J. 240
• HB 1174 In committee
  classify 911 telecommunicators as Class B members of the South Dakota Retirement System.
  Feb 5, 2026: Retirement Laws Tabled , Passed, YEAS 4, NAYS 0 H.J. 1
• HB 1125 In committee
  create a taskforce to study the impact of artificial intelligence systems on the state.
  Feb 4, 2026: House of Representatives Do Pass Amended , Passed, YEAS 26, NAYS 43 H.J. 225
• SB 173 In committee
  extend the motor vehicle and motorcycle licensing fee available to a veteran with a disability to the spouse of a veteran with a disability.
  Feb 4, 2026: Military and Veterans Affairs Tabled , Passed, YEAS 5, NAYS 0
• SC 806 Introduced
  commending and honoring the 2025-2026 Outstanding School Administrators of South Dakota: David Olson, Meade, Middle School Principal; Kendra Becker, Redfield, Secondary School Principal; Richie Hutchinson, Sioux Falls, Assistant Middle School Principal; and Kay Bass, Harrisburg, Assistant Secondary School Principal.
  Feb 3, 2026: S.J. 172
• HB 1235 In committee
  increase communication between agencies of this state and tribal governments.
  Feb 3, 2026: Withdrawn at the Request of the Prime Sponsor , Passed, H.J. 207
• SC 805 Introduced
  commending and honoring the 2024-2025 Outstanding School Administrators of South Dakota: Dr. Jeff Danielsen, Watertown, School Superintendent; Bo Beck, Aberdeen, Middle School Principal; Connie Alspach, Dupree, School Business Official; Jay Swatek, Tea, Elementary School Principal; Kelly Messmer, Harding County, Secondary School Principal; Sherri Nelson, Brandon Valley, Curriculum Leader; and Monica Waltman, Douglas, Director of Special Education.
  Feb 3, 2026: S.J. 172
• HB 1157 In committee
  establish a task force for the purpose of studying aquatic invasive species infestations, to make an appropriation therefor, and to declare an emergency.
  Feb 3, 2026: Agriculture and Natural Resources Deferred to the 41st legislative day , Passed, YEAS 9, NAYS 4 H.J. 13
• SCR 602 Introduced
  celebrating the sister-state relationship with Taiwan.
  Jan 29, 2026: House of Representatives Concurred in Resolution , Passed, YEAS 66, NAYS 0 H.J. 174