All Roll Calls
Yes: 116 • No: 1
South DakotaSB 73101st South Dakota Legislature (2026)SenateWALLET
revise provisions relating to state financial practices.
Sponsored By: Sponsor information unavailable
Signed by Governor
Executive/Judiciary RequestPublic Fiscal AdministrationPublic Officers and EmployeesPublic Property, Purchases and ContractsState Affairs and Government
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
6 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 3 costs, 0 mixed.
Claimants can sign without a notary
People with claims against the state or local governments can satisfy required verification without appearing before a notary. The claimant or an authorized officer or agent can sign the required declaration by hand or electronically. It states that the claim is true and correct to the signer's best knowledge and belief. Knowingly signing a false declaration is perjury.
Mileage rates for state employees
For personal vehicles used on state business, the maximum mileage rate is the greater of 51 cents or the IRS rate. The state publishes the annual rate effective October 1, using the IRS rate on that date. A special rate applies when a traveler with a qualifying disability has no suitably equipped state vehicle available. For passenger or cargo vans, pickups, and SUVs, it is the greater of 68 cents or 130% of the IRS rate. Other vehicles use the standard rate, and rates are rounded up to the nearest penny. The qualifying disability prevents driving an unmodified vehicle but allows driving a vehicle modified to accommodate it.
Public gets searchable state contract records
South Dakota must maintain a searchable public website for state records and financial information. Three state bureaus jointly run it. Written supply, service, and professional-service contracts worth at least $10,000 must be posted when filed with the State Auditor or Attorney General. Posting is required within 60 days after the contract begins and must last for the required records-retention period. Purchase orders under formal statewide contracts available to all state agencies are excluded.
Nearby pool vehicles reduce employee reimbursement
Covered state employees receive reduced mileage reimbursement when they choose a personal vehicle despite an available state pool vehicle. The pool vehicle must be within 10 miles of their home or work headquarters. Reimbursement is 45% of the IRS business mileage rate in effect October 1, rounded up to the nearest penny. Standard-rate reimbursement in that situation requires approval from state finance or fleet officials. Elected officers, department secretaries, and chairs of state boards and commissions are exempt from the reduced rate.
State employees face expense documentation rules
State officers and employees must provide an itemized expense invoice and account verified under oath before the State Auditor issues payment. Claims or vouchers must be filed with, or made electronically available to, the auditor. Receipts are required only when an auditor rule requires them.
State bidders must use approved systems
Bidders submitting sealed bids or proposals electronically for South Dakota state contracts must use an approved procurement system. The Bureau of Finance and Management must authorize that system. The rule limits electronic submission channels; it does not require every bid to be electronic.
Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsors
There is no primary sponsor on record.
Cosponsors
There are no cosponsors for this bill.
Roll Call Votes
House vote • 2/19/2026
Do Pass Amended
Yes: 65 • No: 1
House vote • 2/18/2026
Do Pass
Yes: 9 • No: 0
Senate vote • 2/10/2026
Do Pass Amended
Yes: 34 • No: 0
Senate vote • 2/6/2026
Do Pass Amended
Yes: 8 • No: 0
Actions Timeline
Signed by the Governor
3/2/2026SenateDelivered to the Governor
2/24/2026SenateSigned by the Speaker
2/23/2026HouseSigned by the President
2/20/2026SenateDo Pass Amended
2/19/2026HouseCertified uncontested, placed on consent
2/18/2026HouseDo Pass
2/18/2026HouseScheduled for hearing
2/18/2026HouseFirst read in House and referred to
2/11/2026HouseDo Pass Amended
2/10/2026SenateCertified uncontested, placed on consent
2/6/2026SenateDo Pass Amended
2/6/2026SenateMotion to amend
2/6/2026SenateScheduled for hearing
2/6/2026SenateFirst read in Senate and referred to
1/13/2026Senate
Bill Text
Introduced
1/8/2026
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