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South Dakota · Current officeholder

Sydney Davis

Republican South Dakota Senate, District 17

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Sponsored legislation

68 bills in the current data (68 as primary sponsor), sorted by most recent official action. Linked by Open States person ID.

BillTitleRoleStageLast action
HB 1292limit the ability of a health carrier to recoup, recover, or retroactively deny previously paid claims.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 30, 2026
HB 1220regulate the sale of nicotine products, and to provide a penalty therefor.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 30, 2026
HB 1199address prior authorization and reporting requirements by utilization review organizations and health carriers.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 30, 2026
HB 1183revise qualifications for immunity from prosecution following a drug-related overdose.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 30, 2026
HB 1149adopt the athletic trainer licensure compact.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 30, 2026
HB 1148adopt the respiratory care interstate compact.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 30, 2026
SB 36authorize certain utilities to establish wildfire mitigation plans and associated liability limitations for wildfire damages.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 12, 2026
SB 240make an appropriation for county rural access infrastructure and to declare an emergency.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 12, 2026
SB 237require that counties provide written notice to township supervisors of conditional use applications and appeals.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 12, 2026
SB 130make an appropriation for roadway and related infrastructure improvements required because of construction activity at Ellsworth Air Force Base and to declare an emergency.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 12, 2026
HB 1099reschedule the pharmaceutical composition of crystalline polymorph psilocybin in a drug product approved by the Food and Drug Administration as a Schedule IV controlled substance.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 10, 2026
SB 87clarify and establish requirements related to forensic medical examinations.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 9, 2026
HB 1146adopt the physician assistant licensure compact.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 9, 2026
HB 1143authorize the possession and self-administration of diabetes medications by a student on school property and at school-related events and activities.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 9, 2026
HB 1101prohibit an insurer from declining or limiting life, disability, or long-term care insurance policies based solely on an individual's status as a living organ donor.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 9, 2026
SC 830honoring Dave Bonde for exemplary service to South Dakota.Primary sponsorIntroducedMarch 4, 2026
SC 822honoring TKO’s Custom Catering and Capitol Cafe for outstanding service.Primary sponsorIntroducedMarch 4, 2026
SB 125establish the homeowner tax reduction fund.Primary sponsorIn committeeMarch 4, 2026
HB 1104revise the application requirements for special license plates and parking permits for individuals with disabilities.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 4, 2026
HB 1056require that the Department of Social Services submit a federal waiver request to exclude soft drinks from the supplemental nutrition assistance program.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 4, 2026
SB 93prohibit certain state officers or employees from being employed by an organization that was the recipient of a contract awarded on behalf of a state agency for a period of time.Primary sponsorIn committeeMarch 2, 2026
HB 1073provide for the creation of a cardiac emergency plan in every school and to make an appropriation therefor.Primary sponsorIn committeeFebruary 26, 2026
SCR 607supporting congressional authorization for, and federal participation in, major rural water supply projects identified by the South Dakota Association of Rural Water Systems.Primary sponsorIn committeeFebruary 25, 2026
SC 812to acknowledge Glenn Muller's distinguished career and congratulate him on his achievements.Primary sponsorIntroducedFebruary 24, 2026
SB 118deposit certain tax revenues into a homeowner tax reduction fund.Primary sponsorIn committeeFebruary 24, 2026
HB 1276establish policies and procedures for the use of solitary confinement in a juvenile facility.Primary sponsorIn committeeFebruary 20, 2026
SB 233prohibit the assessment of certain administrative fees or penalties related to the provision of care by an out-of-network provider.Primary sponsorIn committeeFebruary 18, 2026
SB 2provide that a firearm silencer is not a controlled weapon.Primary sponsorEnactedFebruary 11, 2026
SB 12provide for a refund of property taxes in previous years for qualifying veterans and surviving spouses.Primary sponsorEnactedFebruary 11, 2026
SB 147prohibit a person from refusing to identify oneself in certain circumstances and to provide a penalty therefor.Primary sponsorIn committeeFebruary 10, 2026
HB 1228provide a stipend to certain members of the National Guard who donate an organ for the purpose of transplantation to another individual.Primary sponsorIn committeeFebruary 9, 2026
HC 8001recognizing National FFA week.Primary sponsorIntroducedJanuary 21, 2026
SR 701recognizing the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.Primary sponsorIntroducedJanuary 15, 2026
SB 14revise and repeal provisions related to agricultural production facilities and to provide a penalty therefor.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 31, 2025
HB 1225update and repeal provisions related to the reporting of hospital charge information.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 31, 2025
SB 99make an appropriation for purchasing, storing, and distributing sexual assault kits.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 13, 2025
SB 8establish certain criminal offenses for boat operators and to provide penalties therefor.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 13, 2025
SB 77update terminology related to ambulance operators.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 13, 2025
SB 76repeal reporting and testifying requirements to the committees on health and human services regarding nursing facilities and long-term healthcare needs.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 13, 2025
SB 110revise licensure and supervision requirements for physical therapists and physical therapist assistants.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 13, 2025
HB 1141provide an exception for employers to acquire and distribute opioid antagonists that are available over the counter.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 13, 2025
HB 1094modify laws regarding school bus safety and to provide a penalty therefor.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 13, 2025
HB 1092make an appropriation for a student teacher stipend grant program.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 13, 2025
SB 95make an appropriation to the Department of Revenue for distribution to county rural access infrastructure funds and to declare an emergency.Primary sponsorIn committeeMarch 10, 2025
HJR 5002Applying to the United States Congress under Article V of the United States Constitution to call for a convention for proposing an amendment to the constitution establishing congressional term limits.Primary sponsorPassed both chambersMarch 10, 2025
HB 1144adopt the dietitian licensure compact.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 6, 2025
HB 1044authorize the use of a newborn safety device for the voluntary surrender of a newborn and to make clarifying changes.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 6, 2025
SB 71revise provisions pertaining to the compulsory age for school attendance.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 5, 2025
SB 163require certain firefighting equipment purchased by a fire department contain particular labeling.Primary sponsorPassed one chamberMarch 5, 2025
HB 1063revise the provisions for preparing a fiscal note for ballot questions.Primary sponsorEnactedMarch 5, 2025
HB 1085establish a moratorium on the construction of carbon dioxide pipelines in this state.Primary sponsorIn committeeMarch 4, 2025
HB 1069regulate vapor products and to provide a penalty therefor.Primary sponsorIn committeeMarch 4, 2025
HB 1261provide the board of commissioners with authority over certain intra-county land uses and construction projects.Primary sponsorDid not advanceFebruary 27, 2025
HB 1236expand the safety zone within which hunting and trapping are restricted.Primary sponsorPassed one chamberFebruary 26, 2025
HB 1108create the McCook Lake contingency fund and to transfer moneys to the fund.Primary sponsorIn committeeFebruary 24, 2025
SCR 605Promoting a resilient and healthy Black Hills forest through active forest management and retention of the current forest products industry.Primary sponsorIn committeeFebruary 21, 2025
HB 1110make an appropriation to the South Dakota Board of Technical Education to provide a grant to Southeast Technical College for the purchase of the healthcare simulation center.Primary sponsorIn committeeFebruary 21, 2025
SB 158address preauthorization requirements for certain health care services and utilization review requirements for certain health benefit plans.Primary sponsorIn committeeFebruary 19, 2025
SB 86expand eligibility for the rural recruitment assistance program to include chiropractors and optometrists.Primary sponsorIn committeeFebruary 18, 2025
SB 203increase the minimum age to purchase a lottery ticket.Primary sponsorIn committeeFebruary 18, 2025
SB 156increase the minimum age for marriage.Primary sponsorDid not advanceFebruary 18, 2025
HB 1248clarify informed consent requirements for the provision of prenatal and postnatal care to a minor.Primary sponsorIn committeeFebruary 18, 2025
SB 7prohibit the adoption or implementation of certain policies related to immigration enforcement.Primary sponsorEnactedFebruary 10, 2025
SB 96revise eligibility requirements for the crime victims' compensation program.Primary sponsorIn committeeFebruary 7, 2025
SB 118direct the Department of Social Services to amend administrative rules allowing graduate students to be eligible for child care assistance.Primary sponsorIn committeeFebruary 7, 2025
SC 807Recognizing and expressing gratitude to Mike Pedersen for his decades-long commitment to celebrating the joy of Christmas through music.Primary sponsorIntroducedFebruary 6, 2025
HB 1070prohibit cost-sharing in certain health insurance policies for diagnostic and supplemental breast imaging examinations.Primary sponsorIn committeeFebruary 3, 2025
SB 87address preauthorization requirements for certain health care services and utilization review requirements for certain health benefit plans.Primary sponsorIn committeeJanuary 30, 2025

Sources

  1. Open States people data (public domain)
  2. Official page