Committee sends 16-year consecutive term-limits question to ballot calendar SJR501, a joint resolution asking voters whether to impose a 16-consecutive-year cap on legislative service, drew mixed testimony. Proponents said the measure returns choice to voters; opponents warned it reduces local control. The committee sent the resolution to the 40-first-day calendar.

A proposed constitutional amendment in South Dakota could limit legislative service to just 16 consecutive years, igniting a fierce debate over voter choice versus local control.

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Governor Roden vetoes House Bill 11 69 over constitutional amendment concerns Governor Roden returns House Bill 11 69 citing potential constitutional conflicts and signature burdens.

Governor Roden's veto of House Bill 1169 has ignited a fierce debate over the future of constitutional amendments in South Dakota, raising critical questions about political access and representation.

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President signs multiple bills enhancing voting regulations and public health measures President finalizes legislation on voter eligibility and public health access restrictions.

Major changes are coming to South Dakota's voting and public health regulations, with new bills that could reshape the way residents engage with legislation.

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Representative Odenbach introduces House Bill 1150 to tackle South Dakota issues House Bill 1150 aims to address pressing issues in South Dakota legislation.

House Bill 1150 could be the turning point South Dakota needs, tackling everything from healthcare to infrastructure—will it rise to the challenge or fall short?

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South Dakota Legislature introduces House Bill 1134 for state appropriation House Bill 1134 seeks to enact an appropriation benefitting South Dakota.

House Bill 1134 has ignited a firestorm of debate in South Dakota as lawmakers grapple with its vague provisions and potential impact on the state's future.

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South Dakota House Bill 1207 revises first degree rape definitions and penalties Legislature amends rape definitions and removes statute of limitations for certain offenses.

South Dakota's House Bill 1207 aims to redefine and strengthen the penalties for first-degree rape, igniting a fierce debate on justice and victim support.

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Legislature amends sentencing laws for sexual offenses against minors Lawmakers approve changes to sentencing guidelines for sexual offenses involving minors.

A groundbreaking bill in South Dakota proposes sweeping changes to how the legal system handles sexual offenses against minors, empowering survivors like never before.

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South Dakota Legislature passes House Bill 1260 on birth certificate sex designation House Bill 1260 requires birth certificates to reflect biological sex in South Dakota.

A new bill in South Dakota is igniting fierce debate by mandating that birth certificates reflect biological sex, raising questions about identity and rights.

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South Dakota House passes concealed carry bill HB 1222 amid failed HB 1152 House Bill 1222 clears legislative hurdles allowing concealed pistols on school grounds.

The South Dakota House just passed a controversial bill allowing concealed pistols on school grounds, sparking intense debate in the community.

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South Dakota Legislature passes bill blocking foreign organization mandates House Bill 1152 prohibits South Dakota officials from enforcing foreign organization regulations

South Dakota's House Bill 1152 could redefine state sovereignty by blocking mandates from global organizations, igniting fierce debates over local autonomy versus international collaboration.

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South Dakota appoints new code counsel and amends legislative intern program South Dakota enhances legislative structure by appointing code counsel and assigning interns.

South Dakota is set to transform its legislative process by appointing a code counsel and introducing a new intern program aimed at boosting civic engagement!

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South Dakota Legislature passes House Bill 1141 for opioid antagonist access at workplaces Legislature approves bill allowing employers to distribute over-the-counter opioid antagonists.

South Dakota is taking a bold step to combat the opioid crisis by allowing workplaces to distribute life-saving medications without a prescription.

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