South Dakota bills

South Dakota legislators · Data: Open States

State bill data last updated Oct 15, 2026, 8:06 AM.

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HB 1299 Became law
permit the use of biological filtration systems in water recreational facilities located in certain lodging establishments.

Mar 30, 2026: Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-30 H.J. 579
SB 231 Became law
create the water infrastructure development fund, to provide an appropriation, to provide for the awarding of grants and loans from the fund for certain rural water projects and to declare an emergency.

Mar 30, 2026: Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-30 S.J. 550
HB 1161 Became law
amend provisions related to changing rooms, sleeping quarters, and restrooms.

Mar 30, 2026: Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-30 H.J. 579
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 130 Became law
make an appropriation for roadway and related infrastructure improvements required because of construction activity at Ellsworth Air Force Base and to declare an emergency.

Mar 12, 2026: Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-12 S.J. 529
HB 1107 Became law
modify restrictions on lands for certain public purposes.

Mar 12, 2026: Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-12 H.J. 562
HB 1126 Became law
revise a provision related to driving under the influence.

Mar 9, 2026: Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-09 H.J. 534
HB 1062 Became law
revise a provision related to aggravated assault.

Mar 9, 2026: Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-09 H.J. 534
SC 820 Introduced
honoring Dr. Margaret Becker as the recipient of the 2025 Copic Humanitarian Award.

Mar 4, 2026: S.J. 471
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 8025 Introduced
honoring the accomplishments of University of South Dakota women's basketball player Josie Hill.

Mar 4, 2026: H.J. 517
SC 824 Introduced
honoring the 2025-2026 Canton C-Hawks boys wrestling team.

Mar 4, 2026: S.J. 471
HC 8024 Introduced
honoring the life and legacy of Elizabeth Cook-Lynn.

Mar 4, 2026: H.J. 517
HC 8027 Introduced
celebrating the life and service of Barbara Dull Knife.

Mar 4, 2026: H.J. 517
HC 8023 Introduced
honoring the legacy and strength of grandmothers in this state.

Mar 4, 2026: H.J. 517
HC 8022 Introduced
recognizing the achievements, leadership, and lifelong public service of Cecelia Fire Thunder.

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
SC 828 Introduced
honoring the legacy of Joseph M. Marshall III.

Mar 4, 2026: S.J. 471
SC 822 Introduced
honoring TKO’s Custom Catering and Capitol Cafe for outstanding service.

Mar 4, 2026: S.J. 471
SC 830 Introduced
honoring Dave Bonde for exemplary service to South Dakota.

Mar 4, 2026: S.J. 471
HC 8021 Introduced
honoring the life and service of Yvonne Jane "Tiny D" DeCory, of Pine Ridge, South Dakota.

Mar 4, 2026: H.J. 517
HC 8028 Introduced
Honoring the accomplishments of Marvin Richard III of Pine Ridge, South Dakota.

Mar 4, 2026: H.J. 517
SC 829 Introduced
recognizing ten years of the Wall Economic Development Corporation.

Mar 4, 2026: S.J. 471
HC 8026 Introduced
recognizing the nonprofit Oaye Luta Okolakiciye "Moving Forward in a Sacred Way."

Mar 4, 2026: H.J. 517
SC 827 Introduced
honoring Ashlan Carlow-Blount for excellence in athletics, academics, and leadership.

Mar 4, 2026: S.J. 471
SC 826 Introduced
celebrating the Wall High School Eagles as the 2025 Class 9A State Football Champions.

Mar 4, 2026: S.J. 471
SC 823 Introduced
honoring the achievements of Canton C-Hawks wrestling team coach Jeremy Ask.

Mar 4, 2026: S.J. 471
SC 817 Introduced
honoring the 2025-2026 Canton C-Hawk girls wrestling team.

Mar 3, 2026: Withdrawn at the Request of the Prime Sponsor , Passed, S.J. 449
SC 816 Introduced
celebrating Generations Indigenous Ways and its impact.

Mar 3, 2026: S.J. 449
SC 814 Introduced
celebrating the South Dakota Youth of the Year program for 2026.

Mar 3, 2026: S.J. 449
HC 8017 Introduced
commending the Harrisburg Tigers on their 2026 Class AA state gymnastics championship.

Mar 2, 2026: H.J. 478
HC 8014 Introduced
honoring the life and legacy of William Long IV.

Feb 26, 2026: H.J. 463
SCR 607 In committee
supporting congressional authorization for, and federal participation in, major rural water supply projects identified by the South Dakota Association of Rural Water Systems.

Feb 25, 2026: House of Representatives Concurred in Resolution , Passed, YEAS 57, NAYS 8 H.J. 444
SC 812 Introduced
to acknowledge Glenn Muller's distinguished career and congratulate him on his achievements.

Feb 24, 2026: S.J. 388
HC 8013 Introduced
recognizing the Agricultural Issues team of the West Central FFA chapter and celebrating their first-place victory in the state competition and their journey to nationals.

Feb 23, 2026: H.J. 417
HB 1268 In committee
repeal capital punishment.

Feb 18, 2026: Judiciary Deferred to the 41st legislative day , Passed, YEAS 10, NAYS 1
SC 810 Introduced
commending and honoring the Hill City School Board on its selection as the Associated School Boards of South Dakota Outstanding School Board of South Dakota for 2025.

Feb 17, 2026: S.J. 285
SB 158 In committee
amend the manner in which a school district determines the district's enrollment for the purpose of calculating state aid to general education.

Feb 17, 2026: Withdrawn at the Request of the Prime Sponsor , Passed, S.J. 272
HC 8010 Introduced
honoring James Hanssen, a member of the Bridgewater-Emery School District Board of Education, on his forty years of school board service.

Feb 17, 2026: H.J. 343
SC 811 Introduced
commending and honoring Amber Vogt, a member of the Lead-Deadwood School District Board of Education, on her selection as the Associated School Boards of South Dakota Outstanding School Board Member of South Dakota for 2025.

Feb 17, 2026: S.J. 285
HC 8009 Introduced
commending and honoring Brad Olson, a member of the Aberdeen School District Board of Education, on his twenty-five years of school board service.

Feb 17, 2026: H.J. 343
HC 8011 Introduced
commending and honoring Greg Blue, a member of the Iroquois School District Board of Education, on his thirty-five years of school board service.

Feb 17, 2026: H.J. 343
SC 808 Introduced
commending and honoring Richard Schlosser, a member of the Frederick Area School District Board of Education, on his twenty-five years of school board service.

Feb 17, 2026: S.J. 285
HC 8012 Introduced
recognizing Captain Royce Williams for his exemplary military service and bravery in combat.

Feb 17, 2026: H.J. 343
SC 809 Introduced
commending and honoring Duane Alm for his more than sixty years of dutiful service to the Aberdeen School District as an educator, administrator, and school board member, and for being the recipient of the Associated School Boards of South Dakota's School Bell Award for 2025.

Feb 17, 2026: S.J. 285
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 152 In committee
establish provisions relating to the use of military protective orders upon arrest and as evidence in an action for a protection order.

Feb 10, 2026: Withdrawn at the Request of the Prime Sponsor , Passed, S.J. 232
HC 8008 Introduced
honoring Ashlyn Koupal of Wagner for being named to the 2026 McDonald's All-American Girls Basketball Team.

Feb 10, 2026: H.J. 285
SB 157 In committee
amend the school funding formula to provide for the use of an average fall enrollment when determining local need.

Feb 5, 2026: Education Deferred to the 41st legislative day , Passed, YEAS 4, NAYS 3 S.J. 7
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