Liz Larson
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90
Bills sponsored
this session · 333 all-time
0
Bills co-sponsored
this session · 0 all-time
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Enacted into law
counting…
2017
Recorded votes
96%
Vote participation
voted in 96% of 2017 recorded votes
Voting scorecard
71 session · computed from recorded roll-call votes
Party unity
99.1%
based on 471 votes
Votes with own party's majority
Independence
0.9%
based on 471 votes
Votes against own party's majority
Participation
97.5%
based on 471 votes
Roll calls where a yes/no was cast
Sponsored (introduced)
333 billsCurrent session 90 bills
- SB 139 revise a provision related to the transportation of an inmate upon discharge from a correctional facility. Signed
- SB 98 prevent virtual currency kiosk fraud. Signed
- SB 111 require that social media companies provide collected personal data of a user at the user's request and maintain transparent interoperability interfaces. Signed
- SB 101 amend provisions pertaining to the duties of presidential electors. Signed
- HB 1204 create the South Dakota school construction fund, provide for the transfer of moneys to the fund, and make an appropriation therefor. In Committee
- SB 213 create the building opportunity through out-of-school time program and the building opportunity through out-of-school time program fund, authorize a new fee, make an appropriation therefor, and transfer moneys to the building opportunity through out-of-school time program fund. In Committee
- SC 817 honoring the 2025-2026 Canton C-Hawk girls wrestling team. Introduced
- SB 93 prohibit 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. In Committee
- SB 156 modify the crime of cruelty to an animal and increase the penalty therefor. Passed
- SB 205 revise registration fees for drones and establish a fund to support drone aviation. Passed
- HB 1147 make an appropriation for the purchase and distribution of food by a statewide distribution organization. In Committee
- HB 1108 require the sealing of court files upon dismissal or denial of a petition for a protection order. Signed
- HB 1143 authorize the possession and self-administration of diabetes medications by a student on school property and at school-related events and activities. Signed
- SB 198 restrict the use of a cell phone by a student during the school day. In Committee
- SB 210 provide that a portion of revenues from wind farms remain with school districts. In Committee
- SB 182 address the tax situation in South Dakota. In Committee
- HB 1273 revise certain mining statutes. In Committee
- HB 1025 authorize the issuance of no-trespass orders by private security officers, require the establishment of buffer zones per written no-trespass orders, and afford municipalities greater authority to regulate trespass. In Committee
- HB 1117 modify provisions of a report required by the Governor's Office of Economic Development on certain awards and grants. In Committee
- HB 1093 create small-batch alcohol licenses. In Committee
- HB 1098 amend certain provisions pertaining to special education funding. In Committee
- SB 15 create the Developmental Disability Service Delivery Committee. Signed
- SCR 602 celebrating the sister-state relationship with Taiwan. Introduced
- SB 104 require the reimbursement of therapy using equine movement through the state medicaid program. In Committee
- SB 80 prohibit the sale of delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol products to individuals under the age of twenty-one. In Committee
Historical 243 bills
- HB 1079 increase the number of off-sale licenses from two to three in municipalities and counties of one thousand or less. Signed
- HB 1071 modify practice criteria for physician assistants. Signed
- HB 1063 revise the provisions for preparing a fiscal note for ballot questions. Signed
- SB 109 permit a school district to implement a new or revised section 504 plan, individualized family service plan, or individualized education program for a student who is the child of an active-duty member of the United States armed forces. Signed
- SC 816 Honoring the life of former United States senator, United States representative, and state legislator Tim Johnson. Died
- HB 1073 designate contact information provided on a voter registration form as not for public inspection. Died
- SB 6 authorize a loan from the South Dakota housing infrastructure fund to a school district adjoining a federal military installation for the construction or expansion of a school building. Signed
- HB 1050 authorize municipalities to impose a new tax to fund capital improvement projects. Died
- SCR 604 Supporting the expansion of transportation services for veterans receiving medical care in this state. Died
- HB 1162 require the reporting of the number of veterans who die by suicide in this state. Died
- HCR 6003 To provide for an interim study regarding property tax reduction and preservation of the American dream to own a home. Died
- HB 1144 adopt the dietitian licensure compact. Signed
- SB 131 establish an electronic system for vehicle titles. Signed
- HB 1110 make 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. Died
- SC 804 Honoring the 2023-2024 Outstanding School Administrators of South Dakota: Todd Foster, Brookings Middle School Principal; Dr. Julie Hatling, Belle Fourche Elementary School Principal; Camille Kaul, Aberdeen Curriculum Leader; Jason Kolousek, Wessington Springs Secondary School Principal; Kristi Lewis, Chester School Business Official; Mark Naugle, Custer School Superintendent; Amanda Olinger, Harrisburg Assistant Middle School Principal; and Laura Welch, Lennox Director of Special Education. Died
- SB 165 revise and repeal certain provisions related to the wearing of a safety seat belt and to provide a penalty therefor. Died
- SB 164 prohibit the use of a deepfake to influence an election and to provide a penalty therefor. Signed
- SB 126 establish the manner of determining payments for the child care assistance program. Died
- HB 1128 revise certain provisions related to sexual contact with a child under sixteen. Died
- SB 130 authorize the shipment of distilled spirits direct to consumers, and to provide a penalty therefor. Died
- SB 162 establish a biomonitoring pilot program for firefighters and to make an appropriation therefor. Died
- SB 171 add questions about historical property to seller's disclosure statement. Signed
- SB 170 authorize the South Dakota State Brand Board to enter a memorandum of understanding with any Indian tribe for the investigation of cattle theft. Signed
- SCR 602 Celebrating the sister-state relationship with Taiwan. Died
- SB 163 require certain firefighting equipment purchased by a fire department contain particular labeling. Died
Voting record
Current session 50 votes
| Bill | Vote | Result | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
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SB 6
reduce the duration of an individual's reemployment benefits.
Tabled |
Yea | pass | February 19, 2026 |
|
SB 128
update provisions related to certain large-use customers of utilities.
Deferred to the 41st legislative day |
Yea | pass | February 18, 2026 |
|
HB 1227
increase the annual fee required of an owner of an electric motor vehicle.
Do Pass |
Yea | pass | February 18, 2026 |
|
SB 39
revise provisions relating to industrial hemp.
Do Pass |
Yea | pass | January 23, 2026 |
|
SB 245
create the homeowner property tax reduction fund, and to transfer moneys to the homeowner property tax reduction fund.
Concurred in amendments |
Nay | pass | March 11, 2026 |
|
HB 1209
require employment verification eligibility through the e-verify program and to provide a penalty therefor.
Conference Committee report not adopted, no committee appointed |
Yea | pass | March 11, 2026 |
|
HB 1209
require employment verification eligibility through the e-verify program and to provide a penalty therefor.
Reconsidered |
Nay | fail | March 11, 2026 |
|
SB 221
regulate the retail sale of nicotine products, and to provide a penalty therefor.
Concurred in amendments |
Yea | pass | March 10, 2026 |
|
SB 159
revise requirements pertaining to the minimum age for marriage.
Concurred in amendments |
Nay | pass | March 10, 2026 |
|
SB 119
create the capitol restoration fund and to transfer moneys thereto.
Concurred in amendments |
Yea | pass | March 10, 2026 |
|
SB 106
modify the amount required to be set aside for extraordinary expenses incurred in providing special education programs.
Concurred in amendments |
Yea | pass | March 10, 2026 |
|
SB 39
revise provisions relating to industrial hemp.
Concurred in amendments |
Yea | pass | March 10, 2026 |
|
SB 171
amend provisions pertaining to the processing of absentee ballots and to declare an emergency.
Concurred in amendments |
Yea | pass | March 10, 2026 |
|
SB 135
protect residents from increased utility costs and utility shortages caused by data centers and clarify authority to regulate data centers.
Concurred in amendments |
Yea | pass | March 10, 2026 |
|
HB 1082
establish parameters for the reimbursement of school districts that provide free or reduced-price meals to students.
Do Pass Amended |
Yea | pass | March 09, 2026 |
|
HB 1249
amend provisions pertaining to the School Finance Accountability Board, and the process by which a recommendation of the board is approved.
Do Pass Amended |
Yea | pass | March 09, 2026 |
|
HB 1274
prohibit the dispensing, distribution, sale, or advertisement of certain articles or things for purposes of an unlawful abortion and provide a criminal and civil penalty therefor.
Do Pass Amended |
Nay | pass | March 09, 2026 |
|
HB 1303
promote the future success and development of South Dakota.
Tabled |
Yea | pass | March 09, 2026 |
|
HB 1253
adjust the assessment methodology for owner-occupied single-family dwellings and nonagricultural property.
Do Pass Amended |
Nay | fail | March 09, 2026 |
|
HB 1184
define man and woman throughout the state.
Do Pass Amended |
Nay | pass | March 09, 2026 |
|
HB 1149
adopt the athletic trainer licensure compact.
Do Pass |
Yea | pass | March 09, 2026 |
|
HB 1082
establish parameters for the reimbursement of school districts that provide free or reduced-price meals to students.
Placed on calendar pursuant to JR 6F-6 |
Yea | pass | March 09, 2026 |
|
HB 1135
make an appropriation to enhance the economic health of South Dakota.
Tabled |
Yea | pass | March 09, 2026 |
|
HB 1215
authorize counties and municipalities to issue a license for a cigar bar.
Do Pass Amended |
Nay | pass | March 09, 2026 |
|
HB 1176
clarify bond or pre-trial release upon sobriety program participation.
Placed on calendar pursuant to JR 6F-6 |
Yea | fail | March 09, 2026 |
|
HB 1148
adopt the respiratory care interstate compact.
Do Pass |
Yea | pass | March 09, 2026 |
|
HB 1302
address issues facing South Dakota.
Tabled |
Yea | pass | March 09, 2026 |
|
HB 1140
permit a court to impose as a condition of probation, or parole in certain circumstances, treatment at a nonprofit entity awarded an alternative care program grant.
Do Pass |
Yea | pass | March 09, 2026 |
|
HB 1038
allow the Public Utilities Commission to assess actual costs to data centers that are customers of public utilities.
Do Pass Amended |
Yea | pass | March 09, 2026 |
|
HB 1241
modify the requirements for public notice of a hearing prior to a vote to impose an excess tax levy, and to modify requirements to refer an excess tax levy of a school district to a vote.
Do Pass Amended |
Nay | fail | March 09, 2026 |
|
HB 1134
make an appropriation for the economic development prosperity of South Dakota.
Tabled |
Yea | pass | March 09, 2026 |
|
SB 49
safeguard the integrity, privacy, and security of genetic data and provide a civil penalty therefor.
Concurred in amendments |
Yea | pass | March 09, 2026 |
|
HB 1241
modify the requirements for public notice of a hearing prior to a vote to impose an excess tax levy, and to modify requirements to refer an excess tax levy of a school district to a vote.
Reconsidered |
Nay | pass | March 09, 2026 |
|
HB 1006
create a taskforce to study the creation of Indian medicaid managed care entities in the state.
Do Pass Amended |
Yea | pass | March 09, 2026 |
|
HB 1160
repeal the medical marijuana oversight committee.
Placed on calendar pursuant to JR 6F-6 |
Yea | fail | March 09, 2026 |
|
HB 1323
modify the requirements to refer an ordinance or resolution to the voters of a political subdivision.
Do Pass Amended |
Nay | pass | March 09, 2026 |
|
HB 1160
repeal the medical marijuana oversight committee.
Do Pass |
Yea | fail | March 09, 2026 |
|
HB 1040
revise the child support obligation schedule.
Do Pass |
Nay | fail | March 05, 2026 |
|
SB 15
create the Developmental Disability Service Delivery Committee.
Concurred in amendments |
Yea | pass | March 05, 2026 |
|
SB 131
revise the season in which a nonprofit organization may host a special pheasant hunt for disabled veterans and Purple Heart recipients.
Concurred in amendments |
Yea | pass | March 05, 2026 |
|
HB 1220
regulate the sale of nicotine products, and to provide a penalty therefor.
Do Pass Amended |
Yea | pass | March 05, 2026 |
|
SB 90
expand the information required to be sent to the prescription drug monitoring program for each registry identification card holder.
Concurred in amendments |
Nay | pass | March 05, 2026 |
|
SB 41
revise a provision related to criminal invasions of privacy, prohibit the creation and distribution of digitally fabricated material of an identifiable individual, and provide penalties therefor.
Concurred in amendments |
Yea | pass | March 05, 2026 |
|
HB 1138
require the licensure of non-medical home care agencies, and to provide a penalty therefor.
Do Pass Amended |
Yea | pass | March 05, 2026 |
|
SB 132
modify provisions related to the South Dakota Veterans Council.
Concurred in amendments |
Yea | pass | March 05, 2026 |
|
HB 1045
revise certain provisions related to child support.
Do Pass |
Yea | pass | March 05, 2026 |
|
HB 1108
require the sealing of court files upon dismissal or denial of a petition for a protection order.
Do Pass Amended |
Yea | pass | March 05, 2026 |
|
HB 1245
authorize municipalities to establish a local funding mechanism for capital improvement projects.
Do Pass Amended |
Yea | pass | March 05, 2026 |
|
HB 1299
permit the use of biological filtration systems in water recreational facilities located in certain lodging establishments.
Do Pass Amended |
Yea | pass | March 05, 2026 |
|
SB 214
amend provisions pertaining to the publication of the statewide voter registration file.
Concurred in amendments |
Yea | pass | March 05, 2026 |