HB1323

Modify the requirements to refer an ordinance or resolution to the voters of a political subdivision.

Final Passage·3/9/26

Modifies requirements for referring ordinances and resolutions to voters in South Dakota.

This bill modifies the requirements for referring an ordinance or resolution to the voters of a political subdivision in South Dakota. It specifies that registered voters can refer certain decisions to a vote by filing a petition signed by at least five percent of the registered voters. The bill outlines the process for publishing notices and the conditions under which certain requirements may be waived. It also details the timing and conditions for holding referendum elections.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 40–27 · Mar 9
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

0
10
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

40 Yea

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27 Nay

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3 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 4

12:00 AM

Senate State Affairs Hearing

Feb 18

12:00 AM

House State Affairs Hearing

History

Mar 10

House

House of Representatives Failed to concur, no committee appointed, Passed, YEAS 40, NAYS 27. H.J. 550

Mar 9

Senate

Senate Motion to amend, Passed S.J. 499 Amendment 1323G

Mar 9

Senate

Senate Do Pass Amended, Passed, YEAS 19, NAYS 15. S.J. 504