The Office of the Governor of the State of South Dakota
02/23/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 02/23/2026 13:38
Gov. Rhoden Signs Six Bills into Law
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February 23, 2026
Contact: Josie Harms
Gov. Rhoden Signs Six Bills into Law
PIERRE, S.D. - Today, Governor Larry Rhoden signed the following six bills into law:
- SB 54revises the conditions for in-service distributions from the South Dakota deferred compensation plan;
- SB 91clarifies the procedure for petitioning a board of county commissioners for a change to the comprehensive plan or zoning ordinances;
- HB 1020increases the maximum amount allowable for the livestock ownership inspection fee and declares an emergency;
- HB 1030amends provisions pertaining to the timing of municipal elections;
- HB 1034increases fees for decals and license plates mailed to vehicle owners; and
- HB 1080allows a business owner who is a veteran to display military specialty plates on a noncommercial vehicle registered to the veteran's business and limits personal liability to the business owner and veteran.
Governor Rhoden has signed 51 bills into law and vetoed one this legislative session.
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