revise certain provisions related to proof of service of legal documents.
HB 1250 updates the rules for how legal documents must be served in South Dakota, affecting attorneys, court staff, and individuals involved in legal proceedings. The bill modifies requirements for proof of service, specifying how documents like complaints and motions must be delivered and documented to ensure proper notification. These changes aim to clarify the process by which legal parties confirm that opposing sides have received necessary court papers. The legislation does not alter substantive legal rights but focuses on procedural standards for document delivery and verification.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Feb 2025
House Passage
Feb 2025
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Feb 5, 2025
Last action Feb 21, 2025
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
4
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Feb 21, 2025
Lower · Passed
Judiciary Tabled , Passed, YEAS 11, NAYS 0
lower
Feb 6, 2025
Committee
Referred to H.J. 213
lower
3 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Bobbi Andera
RRepublican
P
Heather Baxter
RRepublican
P
Tony Kayser
RRepublican
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