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South Dakota House Bill HB1326
South Dakota 2026 Regular Session
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South Dakota 2026 Regular Session

South Dakota House Bill HB1326

Report Pass
3/11/26  
Introduced
3/12/26  
Engrossed
3/12/26  
Enrolled
3/12/26  

Caption

Appropriate money for the ordinary expenses of the legislative, judicial, and executive departments of the state, the current expenses of state institutions, interest on the public debt, and common schools.

Impact

The bill's enactment is expected to have significant implications for state operations, ensuring continuous support for public services such as schools, mental health services, and law enforcement. Enhanced funding for opioid prevention programs and healthcare services is particularly notable, reflecting a commitment to address ongoing public health challenges. The appropriations reflect considerations for inflationary pressures, effectively adjusting allocations to maintain service levels despite rising costs.

Summary

House Bill 1326, titled 'An Act to appropriate money for the ordinary expenses of the legislative, judicial, and executive departments of the state', focuses on the allocation of funds for various state functions for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027. It includes provisions for funding essential services, including education, healthcare, and public safety, while also making adjustments for inflation-related cost increases across several sectors. The bill aims to ensure that operational costs are adequately met, aligning appropriations with the needs of state departments and institutions.

Sentiment

Discussions surrounding HB 1326 showcase a generally positive sentiment among supporters, as it broadly caters to pressing needs in public services while also responding to the economic realities of inflation. However, there are concerns from some quarters regarding the adequacy and distribution of funds, particularly in areas that have recently faced budget cuts or funding shortages. Stakeholders in education and healthcare express the need for vigilant oversight to ensure these funds translate into improved outcomes for constituents.

Contention

Notably, while the bill seeks to streamline appropriations across various departments, there are points of contention regarding specific funding priorities. The debate centers on the balance between operational funding and programmatic initiatives, with advocates of education and health services arguing for greater emphasis on these critical areas. Critics caution that an uneven distribution of funds could exacerbate existing inequalities in service provision, highlighting the importance of transparency and accountability in the funding process.

Latest SD HB1326 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

SD SB220

Appropriate money for the ordinary expenses of the legislative, judicial, and executive departments of the state, the current expenses of state institutions, interest on the public debt, and common schools.

SD SB189

Appropriate money for the ordinary expenses of the legislative, judicial, and executive departments of the state, the current expenses of state institutions, interest on the public debt, and for common schools.

SD HCR6013

Supporting the Electoral College, denouncing the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact, and inviting interested states to form the Electoral College Interstate Compact.

SD HB1120

Transfer certain moneys and to make an appropriation for the operations of the state library.

SD HB1012

Clarify the status of the Statewide One-Call Notification Board as an agency administered by the Department of Public Safety and the duties of the Board.

SD HB1025

Authorize the Department of Corrections to construct a prison facility for offenders committed to the Department of Corrections in Lincoln County, to make an appropriation therefor, to transfer moneys to the incarceration construction fund, and to declare an emergency.

SD SB153

Require that expenditures from the department of game, fish and parks fund be budgeted through the general appropriation bill.

SD SB140

Revise a provision related to the reimbursement of expenses incurred by a county in detaining a parolee.

SD SB52

Authorize the expansion of the South Dakota State Veterans Cemetery, to make an appropriation therefor, and to declare an emergency.

SD SB2

Authorize the Department of Corrections to purchase and exchange certain real property, to contract for the design of a prison facility, to construct a prison facility in Minnehaha County for offenders committed to the Department of Corrections, to make an appropriation therefor, to transfer moneys to the incarceration construction fund, and to declare an emergency.

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PA HB1330

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of certain agencies of the Executive Department for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.

PA SB160

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024.

PA SB280

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024.

PA SB1161

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.