Senate passes Omnis Water Funding Bill with $17.5M allocation for environment
February 11, 2025 | 2025 Legislative SD, South Dakota
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The South Dakota Senate convened on February 11, 2025, for its 18th day of session, focusing on several key legislative items. The meeting began with Senator Howard's request to remove Senate Bills 127 and 143 from the consent calendar. The remaining items included Senate Bill 171, which addresses historical property disclosures, Senate Bill 173, which revises the recount request process, House Bill 1027, which repeals outdated provisions related to non-collecting retailers, and House Bill 1028, which updates references to the Internal Revenue Code.
The consent calendar, which included these bills, was reported out of committee without dissent and was subject to a single vote. Following a roll call, the consent calendar passed with 34 votes in favor and one member excused, confirming that all items were deemed correct without further debate.
The session also included a moment of appreciation for the South Dakota Counseling Association, which provided breakfast for the senators.
The Senate then moved on to the second reading of Senate Bill 33, which seeks appropriations for water and environmental purposes and includes an emergency clause. Senator Vilhauer presented the bill, highlighting its historical significance and the funding it provides for various water-related projects across the state. He noted that since its inception in 1993, the bill has facilitated over $379 million in funding for water, wastewater, and solid waste projects, emphasizing its importance for local communities and economic development.
Senate Bill 33 required a two-thirds majority vote due to the appropriation and emergency clause. After a roll call vote, the bill passed with 33 votes in favor, one against, and one member excused. The title of the bill was also deemed correct without any questions.
Overall, the meeting progressed smoothly, with significant legislative actions taken on the consent calendar and the passage of Senate Bill 33, underscoring the Senate's commitment to addressing environmental and community needs in South Dakota.
The consent calendar, which included these bills, was reported out of committee without dissent and was subject to a single vote. Following a roll call, the consent calendar passed with 34 votes in favor and one member excused, confirming that all items were deemed correct without further debate.
The session also included a moment of appreciation for the South Dakota Counseling Association, which provided breakfast for the senators.
The Senate then moved on to the second reading of Senate Bill 33, which seeks appropriations for water and environmental purposes and includes an emergency clause. Senator Vilhauer presented the bill, highlighting its historical significance and the funding it provides for various water-related projects across the state. He noted that since its inception in 1993, the bill has facilitated over $379 million in funding for water, wastewater, and solid waste projects, emphasizing its importance for local communities and economic development.
Senate Bill 33 required a two-thirds majority vote due to the appropriation and emergency clause. After a roll call vote, the bill passed with 33 votes in favor, one against, and one member excused. The title of the bill was also deemed correct without any questions.
Overall, the meeting progressed smoothly, with significant legislative actions taken on the consent calendar and the passage of Senate Bill 33, underscoring the Senate's commitment to addressing environmental and community needs in South Dakota.
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