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SD SJR501
Joint Resolution
Status
1/26/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jack Kolbeck
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AI Summary
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Proposes a constitutional amendment to be placed on the next general election ballot for voter approval
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Limits legislators to no more than four consecutive terms (8 years) in the Senate and no more than four consecutive terms (8 years) in the House of Representatives
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Adds a new overall cap of eight consecutive terms (16 years) of total legislative service combining both chambers
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Changes term limit language from "serve" to "elected to," clarifying that restrictions apply specifically to elected service
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Specifies that partial terms filled by appointment under Article IV, § 3 do not count toward term limits
Legislative Description
Proposing and submitting to the voters at the next general election an amendment to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, limiting the number of terms an individual may serve as a member of the Legislature.
Senate Joint Resolution
Last Action
State Affairs Deferred to the 41st legislative day, Passed, YEAS 9, NAYS 3.
2/25/2026