Rep. Will Mortenson

Maddy summaryThis bill is a legislative commemoration honoring Dr. Kelly Glodt as he retires from his position as superintendent of the Pierre School District. It formally recognizes his nearly two decades of service and acknowledges his contributions to educational leadership and fiscal management within the district. The resolution expresses appreciation for his tenure and legacy but does not create new laws or change existing policies.

Maddy summaryHB 1056 requires South Dakota's Department of Social Services to submit a federal waiver request by September 1, 2026, to exclude soft drinks from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The bill defines "soft drink" as nonalcoholic sweetened beverages (excluding milk, milk substitutes, and approved juices) and mandates annual waiver requests if initially denied. If approved, the restriction would take effect within six months, directly affecting SNAP participants who currently purchase soft drinks with benefits. This policy change would alter eligibility under federal SNAP rules for South Dakota recipients.

Maddy summaryHB 1096 allows businesses to form a limited liability limited partnership (LLLP) directly by filing a certificate with the South Dakota Secretary of State, rather than converting from an existing limited partnership. The certificate must include the business name ending in "LLLP," the principal address, and a statement electing LLLP status. Existing limited partnerships can also become LLLPs by obtaining partner approval, filing a statement, and changing their name to include "LLLP." This structure provides limited liability protection to all partners, meaning partners are not personally liable for business debts beyond their investment.

Maddy summaryHB 1233 modifies South Dakota's tax collection agreements with Indian tribes by expanding the list of state taxes tribes can collect on behalf of the state. The bill adds 13 specific taxes to the existing list, including retail sales tax, cigarette tax, motor vehicle excise tax, and remote seller sales tax. Under the agreement, tribes would collect these taxes and the state would retain a set percentage of the collected revenue as an administrative fee. This directly affects tribal governments (as tax collectors) and South Dakota's Department of Revenue (as the state entity managing collections).

Maddy summaryThis bill is a legislative commemoration that formally recognizes Grey Zabel, a South Dakota native, for his achievements as a member of the 2026 Super Bowl-winning Seattle Seahawks. The resolution highlights his athletic career, including state championships in high school, NCAA titles at North Dakota State University, and his selection in the 2025 NFL draft. It serves as an official acknowledgment of his contributions to sports and his role in inspiring young athletes in South Dakota. The bill does not create any new laws or policies but rather serves as a symbolic gesture of appreciation for his accomplishments.

Maddy summaryHB 1179 increases the reimbursement fee paid to garnishees (entities holding a debtor's assets) for preparing garnishment disclosures. The bill amends South Dakota law to raise the current $15.50 fee for this service, requiring the plaintiff to pay the higher amount to cover the garnishee's preparation costs. This change directly affects garnishees who must prepare the disclosure when a garnishment summons is served. The bill does not alter the process or requirements for garnishment proceedings, only the reimbursement amount for the garnishee's work.

Maddy summaryThis bill appropriates $5.2 million from the state general fund to construct a trades center at Lake Area Technical College, providing new classrooms, labs, and student services for technical training programs. The college must secure matching funds from non-state sources (gifts, grants, etc.) equal to the state appropriation before the funds are released. The legislature declared an emergency to expedite the project, which will not use bonds for completion and requires approval of expenditures by the Department of Education and state auditor. The center directly affects students and staff at Lake Area Technical College by expanding hands-on training facilities.

Maddy summaryHB 1137 allocates $40 million from state funds for the design and construction of a new athletic facility at the University of South Dakota. The facility will include an indoor track, practice areas, seating for 2,000 spectators, and supporting amenities like locker rooms and training spaces. The bill allows for cost adjustments up to 125% of the original estimate to account for inflation or regulatory changes, and declares an emergency to expedite the project. Unspent funds would revert per state procedures, and the project cannot create state debt or liens. The bill directly affects the University of South Dakota's athletic programs and facilities.

Maddy summaryThe provided bill text only shows an amendment to education funding definitions (§ 13-13-10.1) and does not include the specific provision about wind farm revenues mentioned in the bill title. The text defines terms like "fall enrollment" and "target teacher ratio" but omits any mechanism for allocating wind farm revenues to school districts. Without the actual revenue-sharing language or relevant sections of the bill, a factual summary cannot be generated from the given context.

Maddy summaryHB 1278 prohibits state official campaign committees and affiliated political action committees from accepting contributions from certain state employees. Specifically, it bans contributions from department heads, the highest-paid non-head employee in a department, or any employee who reports directly to a state official. This applies to committees tied to officials including the Governor, legislators, and cabinet members like the Attorney General. The law takes effect January 1, 2027, aiming to prevent potential conflicts of interest by restricting donations from employees in close proximity to decision-makers.