StateSouth Dakota

HB 1193: modify the provisions for a refund of taxes to disabled veterans and surviving spouses under certain property tax relief programs.

Amber HulseEnacted

HB 1193 status: Enacted — Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-30 H.J. 578 (updated Mar 30, 2026).

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What this bill does

Overall score

Score80/100 civic fit
RiskLow risk
ImpactModerate impact 40/100

Bill summary

Official

The House is currently considering a bill to change the rules for how disabled veterans and their surviving spouses get refunds on their property taxes.

Key analysis

Constitutionality95%
Bipartisan75%
Public opinion85%
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Impact analysis

Environment

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • No direct effect identified

Risks

  • No direct effect identified

Economy

Positive Outlook
65%

Benefits

  • Provides financial relief to eligible veterans
  • Potentially improves household stability for recipients

Risks

  • May impact local government tax revenue streams
  • Administrative costs to update tax processes

Society

Positive Outlook
80%

Benefits

  • Supports disabled veterans and surviving spouses
  • Reduces economic burden for vulnerable populations

Risks

  • Eligibility changes may exclude some previously covered individuals
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How trustworthy & consequential it is

Source

OpenStates

Confidence

low

low

Analysis status

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Where it stands

Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-30 H.J. 578

Introduced

Complete

Committee

Complete

Floor

Complete

Governor

Complete

Enacted

Complete
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