South Dakota · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 59: require the use of certain geographic terminology in official materials of a state agency.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 59 is a bill introduced in the South Dakota Senate on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: require the use of certain geographic terminology in official materials of a state agency. Primary sponsor: John Carley (Republican), Les Heinemann (Republican), Heather Baxter (Republican), Greg Blanc (Republican), Phil Jensen (Republican), Carl Perry (Republican), Kathy Rice (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 2, 2026): State Affairs Deferred to the 41st legislative day , Passed, YEAS 6, NAYS 3 S.J. 11.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 7
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Carley | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 29 |
| Les Heinemann | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 25 |
| Heather Baxter | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 34 |
| Greg Blanc | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 35 |
| Phil Jensen | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 33 |
| Carl Perry | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 3 |
| Kathy Rice | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 29 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- State Affairs Deferred to the 41st legislative day , Passed, YEAS 6, NAYS 3 S.J. 11
- Scheduled for hearing S.J. 1
- First read in Senate and referred to Senate State Affairs S.J. 15