S.Con.Res.608

Urging collaboration to reduce hunger and food waste in this state under the protections of the 1996 Bill Emerson Good Samaritan Food Donation Act.

Final Passage·2/25/26

Encourages collaboration between food service establishments and community service providers to reduce hunger and food waste in South Dakota.

The bill urges collaboration between food service establishments and community service providers to prevent food waste and reduce hunger in South Dakota. It highlights the daily disposal of safe, edible, and wholesome food by restaurants and grocery stores. The bill references the Bill Emerson Good Samaritan Food Donation Act, which protects food donors from liability and encourages donations to nonprofit organizations. It emphasizes the role of nonprofit organizations in rescuing food waste and distributing it to those in need.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 56–9 · Feb 25
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

56 Yea

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9 Nay

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5 Absent

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History

Feb 25

House

House of Representatives Concurred in Resolution as Amended, Passed, YEAS 56, NAYS 9. H.J. 444

Feb 24

House

Committee referral waived pursuant to JR 6D-1 H.J. 422

Feb 12

House

First Reading House H.J. 315