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Vote Smart provides easy access to congressional and state voting records and maintains a collection of key votes grouped by issue. Vote Smart uses the following criteria to select key votes:
- The vote should be helpful in portraying how a member stands on a particular issue
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| Date | State | Bill No. | Title | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 2, 2022 | SD | HB 1113 | Prohibits Threats Made To Coerce An Abortion And Providing A Penalty Therefor | Bill Passed - Senate (35 - 0) |
| March 2, 2022 | SD | HB 1318 | Prohibits Abortion via Telemedicine Procedures and Increases Penalties for Unlicensed Abortion Practices | Bill Passed - Senate (32 - 2) |
| Feb. 23, 2022 | SD | SB 3 | Authorizes the Sale of Recreational Marijuana | Bill Passed - Senate (18 - 17) |
| Feb. 23, 2022 | SD | SB 32 | Authorizes Community Work Center for Inmates | Bill Passed - Senate (29 - 6) |
| Feb. 8, 2022 | SD | SB 20 | Authorizes Medical Marijuana as a Defense Against Prosecution for Possession and Use | Bill Passed - Senate (25 - 10) |
| Jan. 26, 2022 | SD | SB 72 | Prohibits School, Organizational, or Sports Hazing | Bill Passed - Senate (19 - 16) |
| Jan. 25, 2022 | SD | SB 26 | Amends the Definition for a Medical Cannabis Practitioner | Bill Passed - Senate (30 - 4) |
| Jan. 19, 2022 | SD | SB 46 | Requires Transgender Student Athletes Play Against Those of Their Biological Sex | Bill Passed - Senate (26 - 7) |
| Nov. 10, 2021 | SD | HB 1001 | Amends State Legislative Districts | Conference Report Adopted - Senate (30 - 2) |
| March 8, 2021 | SD | HB 1217 | Prohibits Athletes from Participating on Sports Teams that do not Match Their Birth Sex | Bill Passed - Senate (20 - 15) |
| March 4, 2021 | SD | HCR 6013 | Specifies that the 2nd Amendment is Protected from Federal Overreach | Bill Failed - Senate (13 - 20) |
| Feb. 25, 2021 | SD | HB 1125 | Requires All Ballots to be Counted Before the Counting Board Leaves | Bill Passed - Senate (29 - 4) |
| Feb. 16, 2021 | SD | HB 1051 | Establishes Requirements for Abortions Resulting in Premature Birth | Bill Passed - Senate (32 - 3) |
| Feb. 8, 2021 | SD | HB 1046 | Establishes a COVID-19 Liability Shield for Businesses and Healthcare Providers | Bill Passed - Senate (29 - 3) |
| Jan. 26, 2021 | SD | SB 24 | Authorizes Amending Voter Registration Information Online | Bill Passed - Senate (21 - 13) |
| Oct. 5, 2020 | SD | SCR 601 | Appropriates $597 Million in Federal Funds for COVID-19 Relief | Joint Resolution Passed - Senate (25 - 7) |
| March 30, 2020 | SD | HB 1298 | Amends the Date of the State Primary | Conference Report Adopted - Senate (27 - 5) |
| March 30, 2020 | SD | SB 191 | Authorizes Emergency Powers for Counties During a Public Health Crisis in Order to Declare an Emergency | Bill Passed - Senate (30 - 5) |
| March 10, 2020 | SD | SB 180 | Repeals and Amends Certain Regulations Surrounding the Petition Circulation Process | Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate (23 - 12) |
| March 10, 2020 | SD | SB 70 | Authorizes Use of Spanish for Driver License Testing | Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate (24 - 11) |
| March 10, 2020 | SD | SB 151 | Defines "Critical Infrastructure" and Restructures Associated Crimes | Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate (31 - 4) |
| March 5, 2020 | SD | HB 1117 | Repeals and Revises Certain Provisions Regarding Riots | Bill Passed - Senate (27 - 8) |
| March 4, 2020 | SD | HB 1169 | Prohibits Use of Certain Electronic Devices While Driving | Bill Passed - Senate (24 - 11) |
| Feb. 26, 2020 | SD | SB 96 | Repeals the Lifetime Ban on Drug Felons Receiving TANF Benefits | Bill Passed - Senate (28 - 6) |
| Feb. 25, 2020 | SD | SB 6 | Amends Conditions for Presumptive Probation | Bill Passed - Senate (19 - 16) |
| Feb. 25, 2020 | SD | SB 147 | Prohibits Collective Bargaining by Certain University Employees | Bill Passed - Senate (20 - 14) |
| Feb. 11, 2020 | SD | SJR 501 | Amends Constitution by Authorizing Wagering on Sporting Events | Bill Passed - Senate (24 - 10) |
| March 12, 2019 | SD | HB 1191 | Authorizes the Cultivation of Industrial Hemp | Veto Override Failed - Senate (20 - 13) |
| March 7, 2019 | SD | SB 189 | Establishes "Riot Boosting" as a Civil Offense | Bill Passed - Senate (30 - 4) |
| March 4, 2019 | SD | HB 1094 | Increases Transparency in the Petition Circulation Process | Bill Passed - Senate (19 - 13) |
| Feb. 20, 2019 | SD | SB 115 | Authorizes Constitutional Carry Within the Capital | Bill Passed - Senate (20 - 13) |
| Jan. 22, 2019 | SD | SB 47 | Authorizes Concealed Carry to Individuals Without a Permit | Bill Passed - Senate (23 - 11) |
| March 6, 2018 | SD | HB 1140 | Amends Public Water Provisions | Bill Passed - Senate (23 - 10) |
| Feb. 27, 2018 | SD | HB 1199 | Prohibits Collective Bargaining at Public Universities | Bill Failed - Senate (16 - 18) |
| Feb. 22, 2017 | SD | SB 149 | Authorizes Child-Placement Agencies to Deny Services Based on Religion | Bill Passed - Senate (22 - 12) |
| March 11, 2016 | SD | SB 172 | 2016-2017 Budget | Bill Passed - Senate (29 - 6) |
| March 1, 2016 | SD | HB 1182 | Increases Sales Tax | Bill Passed - Senate (25 - 10) |
| Feb. 24, 2016 | SD | SB 159 | Authorizes Education Tax Credit for Insurance Companies | Bill Passed - Senate (24 - 11) |
| Feb. 23, 2016 | SD | SB 72 | Prohibits Abortions After 22 Weeks | Bill Passed - Senate (21 - 14) |
| Feb. 23, 2016 | SD | SB 171 | Authorizes Medical Marijuana | Bill Passed - Senate (20 - 15) |
| Feb. 16, 2016 | SD | HB 1008 | Prohibits Students from Using School Restrooms Designated for the Opposite Biological Sex | Bill Passed - Senate (20 - 15) |
| March 13, 2015 | SD | SB 1 | Increases Speed Limit | Conference Report Adopted - Senate (25 - 9) |
| March 3, 2015 | SD | HB 1030 | Requires Motorists to Maintain Safe Distance When Passing Cyclists | Bill Passed - Senate (27 - 7) |
| Feb. 24, 2015 | SD | SB 189 | Establishes Tax Credit Scholarship Program | Bill Passed - Senate (23 - 12) |
| Feb. 18, 2015 | SD | SB 177 | Establishes a Youth Minimum Wage | Bill Passed - Senate (26 - 7) |
| Feb. 17, 2015 | SD | HJR 1001 | Requests a Constitutional Convention | Joint Resolution Passed - Senate (19 - 13) |
| Feb. 5, 2015 | SD | SB 57 | Authorizes Additional Types of Games in Deadwood City Casinos | Bill Passed - Senate (27 - 7) |
| March 13, 2014 | SD | HB 1177 | Prohibits Texting While Driving on a Highway | Conference Report Adopted - Senate (28 - 7) |
| March 12, 2014 | SD | SB 98 | Authorizes Certain Municipalities to Increase Occupancy Tax | Veto Override Failed - Senate (16 - 19) |
| March 10, 2014 | SD | HB 1162 | Prohibits Sex-Selective Abortions | Bill Passed - Senate (30 - 5) |
| March 5, 2014 | SD | HB 1229 | Requires Certain Individuals to be Reported to the National Background Check System | Bill Passed - Senate (26 - 9) |
| March 5, 2014 | SD | HJR 1001 | Authorizes Additional Types of Games in Deadwood City Casinos | Amendment Adopted - Senate (25 - 10) |
| March 5, 2014 | SD | HJR 1002 | Increases Legislative Term Limit Length | Joint Resolution Failed - Senate (12 - 23) |
| March 4, 2014 | SD | HB 1123 | Extends the Alcoholic Beverage Service Hours of Certain Hotels | Bill Failed - Senate (15 - 20) |
| Feb. 19, 2014 | SD | SB 180 | Increases Maximum Number of Video Lottery Machines Authorized in a Licensed Establishment | Bill Passed - Senate (22 - 12) |
| Feb. 12, 2014 | SD | SB 142 | Increases Salary for State Legislators | Bill Failed - Senate (18 - 15) |
| Feb. 10, 2014 | SD | SB 98 | Authorizes Certain Municipalities to Increase Occupancy Tax | Bill Passed - Senate (18 - 16) |
| Feb. 4, 2014 | SD | SB 75 | Prohibits a Local Government From Establishing a Dog Breed-Specific Regulation | Bill Passed - Senate (19 - 16) |
| Jan. 29, 2014 | SD | SB 76 | Amends Self Defense Against a Mountain Lion | Bill Passed - Senate (21 - 13) |
| March 25, 2013 | SD | SB 115 | Increases Commercial Fertilizer Inspection Fee | Veto Override Failed - Senate (22 - 13) |
| March 6, 2013 | SD | SB 106 | Prohibits Minors from Using a Cell Phone While Driving | Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate (23 - 10) |
| March 5, 2013 | SD | HB 1142 | Authorizes Patients to Use a Health Care Provider Outside of Their Insurance Network | Bill Failed - Senate (11 - 23) |
| Feb. 28, 2013 | SD | HB 1237 | Prohibits Weekends and Holidays from Being Considered Part of the 72-Hour Waiting Period Prior to an Abortion | Bill Passed - Senate (24 - 9) |
| Feb. 27, 2013 | SD | HB 1087 | Authorizes School Sentinel Programs | Bill Passed - Senate (21 - 14) |
| Feb. 19, 2013 | SD | SB 142 | Prohibits Texting While Driving | Bill Passed - Senate (24 - 9) |
| Feb. 19, 2013 | SD | SB 195 | Establishes Incentives for Wind Energy Facilities | Bill Passed - Senate (26 - 7) |
| Feb. 6, 2013 | SD | SB 107 | Limits Drivers With Restricted Permits To 1 Passenger | Bill Passed - Senate (18 - 17) |
| Feb. 6, 2013 | SD | SB 106 | Prohibits Minors from Using a Cell Phone While Driving | Bill Passed - Senate (26 - 9) |
| March 19, 2012 | SD | SB 157 | Prohibits Cities From Limiting Outdoor Digital Billboards | Veto Override Passed - Senate (26 - 7) |
| Feb. 28, 2012 | SD | HB 1248 | Authorizes the Concealed Carry of a Handgun Without a Permit | Bill Passed - Senate (22 - 11) |
| Feb. 28, 2012 | SD | HB 1228 | Tax Credits for Alternative Energy Projects | Bill Passed - Senate (18 - 15) |
| Feb. 28, 2012 | SD | HB 1253 | Prohibits State Enforcement of Religious Codes | Bill Passed - Senate (29 - 4) |
| Feb. 27, 2012 | SD | HB 1234 | Eliminates Teacher Tenure | Bill Passed - Senate (22 - 12) |
| Feb. 27, 2012 | SD | HB 1206 | Repeals the South Dakota Sales Tax on Food Refund Program | Bill Passed - Senate (24 - 9) |
| Jan. 30, 2012 | SD | HCR 1004 | Urging Academic Study of the Bible in Public Schools | Resolution Passed - Senate (25 - 10) |
| Oct. 24, 2011 | SD | HB 1001 | State Legislative Redistricting | Bill Passed - Senate (31 - 4) |
| March 2, 2011 | SD | HB 1217 | Requiring Counseling and a Waiting Period Prior to an Abortion | Bill Passed - Senate (21 - 13) |
| Feb. 23, 2011 | SD | SB 156 | Prohibits Employment of Undocumented Immigrants | Bill Passed - Senate (23 - 12) |
| March 30, 2010 | SD | SB 196 | 2010-2011 Budget | Bill Passed - Senate (20 - 14) |
| March 29, 2010 | SD | SB 121 | Deaf and Hearing-Impaired Education Promotion Programs | Veto Override Passed - Senate (30 - 4) |
| March 29, 2010 | SD | SB 169 | Insurance Law Amendments | Veto Override Failed - Senate (21 - 13) |
| March 10, 2010 | SD | SB 169 | Insurance Law Amendments | Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate (20 - 15) |
| March 9, 2010 | SD | HB 1231 | Prescription Drug Registry | Bill Passed - Senate (28 - 5) |
| March 8, 2010 | SD | HB 1240 | Need-Based Education Grant Fund | Bill Passed - Senate (24 - 11) |
| March 4, 2010 | SD | Cooper Nomination | John L. Cooper, Game, Fish and Parks Commission | Nomination Confirmed - Senate (22 - 12) |
| Feb. 24, 2010 | SD | HCR 1009 | Urges Changes to the Public School Environmental Curriculum | Resolution Passed - Senate (18 - 17) |
| Feb. 18, 2010 | SD | SB 89 | Exempts Certain Firearms From Federal Regulation | Bill Passed - Senate (29 - 4) |
| Feb. 11, 2010 | SD | Jerstad Amdt | Per Student Funding Increase | Amendment Rejected - Senate (17 - 18) |
| Jan. 27, 2010 | SD | SB 18 | Restrictions on Retirement for Rehired Public Employees | Bill Passed - Senate (24 - 10) |
| March 13, 2009 | SD | HB 1300 | 2009-2010 Budget | Bill Passed - Senate (25 - 10) |
| March 12, 2009 | SD | HB 1197 | Tax Changes Relating to Single Family Dwellings Under Construction | Veto Override Passed - Senate (26 - 8) |
| March 4, 2009 | SD | HB 1240 | Smoking Ban | Bill Passed - Senate (21 - 14) |
| Feb. 23, 2009 | SD | SB 195 | Stem Cell Research Amendments | Bill Failed - Senate (14 - 20) |
| Feb. 18, 2009 | SD | HB 1171 | Exemptions from School District Minimum Size Requirements | Bill Passed - Senate (20 - 12) |
| Feb. 17, 2009 | SD | SB 106 | School Funding Formula Revision | Bill Passed - Senate (26 - 7) |
| Feb. 12, 2009 | SD | SB 156 | Expansion of Hate Crime Law | Bill Failed - Senate (13 - 21) |
| Feb. 9, 2009 | SD | SJR 1 | Authorization of Legal Gaming due to Gaming in Bordering States | Joint Resolution Passed - Senate (20 - 15) |
| Feb. 9, 2009 | SD | SJR 3 | Extending Senate Terms and Legislative Term-Limits | Joint Resolution Passed - Senate (21 - 14) |
| Feb. 3, 2009 | SD | SB 79 | Primary Seat Belt Enforcement | Bill Passed - Senate (21 - 13) |
| Feb. 3, 2009 | SD | SB 83 | Statewide Indoor Smoking Ban | Bill Failed - Senate (17 - 18) |