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Ernie Otten

State Senate

SD Senate · District 6

RepublicanSDSenateDistrict 6

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SB 119SponsoredSession 2026Latest action · Mar 30, 2026
create the capitol restoration fund and to transfer moneys thereto.

Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-30 S.J. 548

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SB 121SponsoredSession 2026Latest action · Mar 30, 2026
transfer moneys and make an appropriation for the replacement of the Richmond Lake dam and spillway and to declare an emergency.

Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-30

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SB 97SponsoredSession 2026Latest action · Feb 17, 2026
adjust a limit on the percentage increase in revenue payable from property taxes.

Senate Do Pass Amended , Passed, YEAS 18, NAYS 16 S.J. 275

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