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Jim Mehlhaff

SD Senate District 24

Republican South Dakota since Jan 10, 2023

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Issue areas

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Government Operations & Budget 15Economy & Taxes 8Criminal Justice & Policing 5Civil Rights & Liberties 3Environment & Energy 3Transportation & Infrastructure 3Education 2Elections & Voting 2Healthcare 2Labor & Employment 2Agriculture 1Banking & Finance 1Foreign Policy & Trade 1Gun Policy 1Housing 1Other 1Social Services & Welfare 1Technology & Privacy 1Veterans Affairs 1

Offices & terms

OfficePartyFromToSource
SD Senate District 24 current
South Dakota
 Republican Jan 10, 2023 — openstates/people CC0-1.0

Roll-call votes (472 recorded)

VotePositionDateResultSource
HB 1263 — eliminate an exclusion from the definition of an agricultural equipment dealer. Yea Mar 4, 2026 pass 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 4, 2026 pass Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0
HB 1048 — make an appropriation for the expansion of broadband infrastructure and to declare an emergency. Yea Mar 3, 2026 pass Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0
HB 1183 — revise qualifications for immunity from prosecution following a drug-related overdose. Yea Mar 3, 2026 pass Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0
HB 1300 — except victims of human trafficking or domestic abuse from certain clemency notice requirements. Yea Mar 3, 2026 pass Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0
HCR 6015 — encouraging the Executive Board of the Legislative Research Council to form an interim legislative committee to study the role and function… Yea Mar 3, 2026 fail Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0
HB 1040 — revise the child support obligation schedule. Yea Mar 3, 2026 fail Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0
HB 1199 — address prior authorization and reporting requirements by utilization review organizations and health carriers. Yea Mar 3, 2026 pass Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0
HB 1254 — exempt any soil amendment used exclusively for agricultural purposes from sales tax. Yea Mar 3, 2026 pass Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0
HCR 6015 — encouraging the Executive Board of the Legislative Research Council to form an interim legislative committee to study the role and function… Nay Mar 3, 2026 pass Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0
HB 1175 — revise provisions related to Division of Criminal Investigation cooperation with Indian tribes. Yea Mar 3, 2026 pass Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0
HB 1045 — revise certain provisions related to child support. Yea Mar 3, 2026 pass Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0
HB 1179 — modify provisions related to the reimbursement fee for preparation of a garnishment disclosure. Yea Mar 3, 2026 fail 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 3, 2026 pass Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0
HB 1298 — prohibit the electronic publication of certain information about a judicial officer or law enforcement officer and provide a penalty… Yea Mar 3, 2026 pass Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0
HB 1257 — amend the definition of an abortion. Yea Mar 3, 2026 pass Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0
HB 1286 — amend the process by which moneys are distributed from the employer's investment in South Dakota's future fund. Nay Mar 3, 2026 pass Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0
HB 1040 — revise the child support obligation schedule. Yea Mar 3, 2026 pass Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0
HB 1095 — modify provisions pertaining to the submission of a nominating petition. Yea Mar 3, 2026 pass Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0
HB 1066 — revise a provision related to theft by a contractor, subcontractor, or supplier. Yea Mar 3, 2026 pass Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0
HB 1173 — require certain applicants that seek a permit from the Public Utilities Commission of the State of South Dakota to prepare and pay for an… Yea Mar 3, 2026 pass Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0
HB 1180 — ensure the validity of non-compete agreements in the context of jointly owned business entities. Yea Mar 3, 2026 pass Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0
HB 1313 — require education in prenatal human growth and development. Yea Mar 3, 2026 pass Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0
HB 1280 — increase penalties for the operation of drones over certain facilities and to provide for mitigation techniques and countermeasures. Yea Mar 3, 2026 pass Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0
HB 1238 — protect financial institutions taking action to prevent the financial exploitation of consenting, senior, or vulnerable adults. Yea Mar 3, 2026 pass Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0

Sponsored legislation (30 as lead sponsor)

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