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Ernie Otten
SD Senate District 6 Former
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Issue areas
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Offices & terms
| Office | Party | From | To | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SD Senate District 6
South Dakota |
Republican | Jan 14, 2025 | Jan 11, 2021 | openstates/people CC0-1.0 |
| SD Senate District 6
South Dakota |
Republican | Jan 12, 2021 | Jan 13, 2025 | openstates/people CC0-1.0 |
Roll-call votes (371 recorded)
| Vote | Position | Date | Result | Source |
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| HB 1302 — address issues facing South Dakota. | Yea | Mar 9, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1160 — repeal the medical marijuana oversight committee. | Yea | Mar 9, 2026 | fail | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1082 — establish parameters for the reimbursement of school districts that provide free or reduced-price meals to students. | Nay | Mar 9, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1176 — clarify bond or pre-trial release upon sobriety program participation. | Nay | Mar 9, 2026 | fail | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1160 — repeal the medical marijuana oversight committee. | Yea | Mar 9, 2026 | fail | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1274 — prohibit the dispensing, distribution, sale, or advertisement of certain articles or things for purposes of an unlawful abortion and… | Yea | Mar 9, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1148 — adopt the respiratory care interstate compact. | Yea | Mar 9, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1323 — modify the requirements to refer an ordinance or resolution to the voters of a political subdivision. | Nay | Mar 9, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1038 — allow the Public Utilities Commission to assess actual costs to data centers that are customers of public utilities. | Yea | Mar 9, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1303 — promote the future success and development of South Dakota. | Yea | Mar 9, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1184 — define man and woman throughout the state. | Yea | Mar 9, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1149 — adopt the athletic trainer licensure compact. | Yea | Mar 9, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SB 49 — safeguard the integrity, privacy, and security of genetic data and provide a civil penalty therefor. | Yea | Mar 9, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| 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… | Nay | Mar 9, 2026 | fail | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1134 — make an appropriation for the economic development prosperity of South Dakota. | Yea | Mar 9, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1140 — permit a court to impose as a condition of probation, or parole in certain circumstances, treatment at a nonprofit entity awarded an… | Yea | Mar 9, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1253 — adjust the assessment methodology for owner-occupied single-family dwellings and nonagricultural property. | Nay | Mar 9, 2026 | fail | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| 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… | Nay | Mar 9, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1006 — create a taskforce to study the creation of Indian medicaid managed care entities in the state. | Yea | Mar 9, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SB 132 — modify provisions related to the South Dakota Veterans Council. | Yea | Mar 5, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1108 — require the sealing of court files upon dismissal or denial of a petition for a protection order. | Yea | Mar 5, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1299 — permit the use of biological filtration systems in water recreational facilities located in certain lodging establishments. | Yea | Mar 5, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1220 — regulate the sale of nicotine products, and to provide a penalty therefor. | Yea | Mar 5, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1176 — clarify bond or pre-trial release upon sobriety program participation. | Yea | Mar 5, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1176 — clarify bond or pre-trial release upon sobriety program participation. | Yea | Mar 5, 2026 | fail | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
Sponsored legislation (17 as lead sponsor)
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SC 822
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honoring TKO’s Custom Catering and Capitol Cafe for outstanding service.
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HC 8012
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recognizing Captain Royce Williams for his exemplary military service and bravery in combat.
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SB 119
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create the capitol restoration fund and to transfer moneys thereto.
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SB 120
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make an appropriation for the economic development of South Dakota.
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SCR 602
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celebrating the sister-state relationship with Taiwan.
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SC 805
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commending and honoring the 2024-2025 Outstanding School Administrators of South Dakota: Dr. Jeff Danielsen, Watertown, School Superintendent; Bo Beck…
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SB 12
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provide for a refund of property taxes in previous years for qualifying veterans and surviving spouses.
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SB 97
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adjust a limit on the percentage increase in revenue payable from property taxes.
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HC 8018
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celebrating the seventy-fifth anniversary of the creation of the Legislative Research Council.
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SB 217
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make an appropriation for a fire management officer position within the Department of Public Safety.
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