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 Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
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.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Carley | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 29 |
| Aaron Aylward | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 6 |
| Heather Baxter | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 34 |
| Greg Blanc | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 35 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Taxation Deferred to the 41st legislative day , Passed, YEAS 4, NAYS 1 S.J. 17
- Taxation Do Pass , Failed, YEAS 3, NAYS 1 S.J. 17
- Scheduled for hearing
- Taxation Motion to amend , Passed, S.J. 15 Amendment SJR506A
- Scheduled for hearing S.J. 1
- Scheduled for hearing
- First read in Senate and referred to Senate Taxation S.J. 142