Rep. Trish Ladner

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes to apply to the United States Congress under Article V of the Constitution to call for a constitutional convention aimed at establishing term limits for members of Congress. The measure would direct the state legislature to formally request this convention, which is one of the methods specified in the Constitution for proposing amendments. If enacted, the bill would initiate a process to gather signatures and submit a formal application to the federal government, setting the stage for a national debate on congressional term limits. The bill does not itself create term limits but seeks to trigger a constitutional process that could lead to such changes if approved by the required number of states.

Maddy summaryThis bill authorizes the use of state funds to provide grants for improving and expanding airport terminals. It directly affects airports within South Dakota that seek financial assistance for terminal upgrades. The key provision allows the state to allocate money specifically for these infrastructure projects. The legislation focuses on enabling funding for terminal enhancements without specifying particular airports or project details.

Maddy summaryThis bill grants legislative approval for a future water permit application submitted by the Western Dakota Regional Water System. It allows the water system to proceed with obtaining a permit for future water use, which is necessary for their planned infrastructure projects. The measure does not authorize the water use itself but provides the required legislative consent for the permit process to move forward.

Maddy summarySB 169 requires that a public hearing be held before a vote can be taken on imposing an excess tax levy. This bill directly affects local governments and taxpayers in South Dakota by adding a procedural step to the tax levy process. The key mechanism is the mandatory public hearing, which ensures community input is gathered before any excess tax increase is approved. This change aims to increase transparency and public participation in local tax decisions without altering the underlying tax rates or amounts.

Maddy summaryThis bill restricts how much the assessed value of owner-occupied single-family homes in South Dakota can increase each year for property tax purposes. It also creates an exception that allows taxing districts to limit mill rates, which are the tax rates applied to property values. The measure directly affects homeowners by capping annual valuation increases and provides a specific allowance for certain local taxing districts to manage their tax rates.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the South Dakota Legislature to conduct an interim study on property tax reduction and homeownership preservation. The study will examine how current tax policies affect home ownership and explore potential ways to lower property taxes for residents. It does not enact any immediate tax changes but instead focuses on gathering information and recommendations for future legislative action. The primary audience for this study includes state policymakers, homeowners, and local government officials.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits the state of South Dakota from using eminent domain to acquire private property for the construction of pipelines transporting carbon dioxide. It directly affects landowners and communities that might otherwise face forced property acquisition for such infrastructure projects. The key provision restricts the government's power of eminent domain specifically to carbon oxide pipeline projects, leaving other types of pipeline projects unaffected. This change aims to limit government authority over private property rights in the context of carbon capture and storage infrastructure development.

Maddy summaryHB 1142 proposes to modify the financial bond requirements for specific municipal officers in South Dakota. The bill directly affects local government officials who are currently required to post a bond to secure their position. It would adjust the amount or conditions of this financial guarantee to align with updated standards for municipal leadership. This change aims to streamline the administrative process for qualifying officers without altering their core responsibilities. The legislation focuses on updating procedural financial rules rather than changing the powers or duties of these officials.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends South Dakota law to allow directors of irrigation districts to reside outside the district's boundaries, expanding eligibility requirements for board membership. The change directly affects irrigation district governance by permitting individuals who live farther away to serve as directors, potentially broadening the pool of qualified candidates. The provision modifies existing residency rules without altering the core responsibilities or powers of irrigation district directors.

Maddy summarySB 72 modifies South Dakota law to change who is responsible for paying autopsy costs in specific situations. The bill directly affects individuals, families, and government agencies involved in death investigations and post-mortem examinations. Under the proposed changes, the state would assume financial responsibility for autopsies in certain cases rather than requiring families to cover these expenses. This shift aims to clarify funding sources and reduce financial barriers for families seeking official death investigations. The legislation focuses on administrative cost allocation without altering the conditions under which autopsies are performed.