South Dakota · 2026 Regular Session · Joint Resolution

SJR 506: proposing and submitting to the voters at the next general election an amendment to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, resetting, then limiting property taxes to a flat rate, until adjusted when sold.

In committee Last action February 20, 2026: Taxation Deferred to the 41st legislative day , Passed, YEAS 4, NAYS 1 S.J. 17

Plain-language summary

SJR 506 is a joint resolution introduced in the South Dakota Senate on January 29, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: proposing and submitting to the voters at the next general election an amendment to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, resetting, then limiting property taxes to a flat rate, until adjusted when sold. Primary sponsor: John Carley (Republican), Aaron Aylward (Republican), Heather Baxter (Republican), Greg Blanc (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 20, 2026): Taxation Deferred to the 41st legislative day , Passed, YEAS 4, NAYS 1 S.J. 17.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: John Carley (Republican); Aaron Aylward (Republican); Heather Baxter (Republican); Greg Blanc (Republican).