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Red Dawn Foster
SD Senate District 27
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Issue areas
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Offices & terms
| Office | Party | From | To | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SD Senate District 27 current
South Dakota |
Democratic | Jan 8, 2019 | — | openstates/people CC0-1.0 |
Roll-call votes (377 recorded)
| Vote | Position | Date | Result | Source |
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| HB 1034 — increase fees for decals and license plates mailed to vehicle owners. | Nay | Feb 6, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1058 — require licensure for online pari-mutuel wagering pools for horse and dog races, and clarify the application of tax therefor. | Yea | Feb 6, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1064 — provide for the sale of producer-raised meat and meat food products directly to consumers pending legalization under federal law. | Yea | Feb 6, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SB 225 — apportion interest earnings from the unclaimed property trust fund to school districts. | Yea | Feb 6, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1076 — revise restrictions on residence within a community safety zone and to declare an emergency. | Yea | Feb 6, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SB 154 — clarify the eligibility of multiple garages or structures to be classified as owner-occupied. | Yea | Feb 5, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SB 171 — amend provisions pertaining to the processing of absentee ballots and to declare an emergency. | Yea | Feb 5, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1029 — revise provisions related to the practice of addiction counseling and prevention services. | Yea | Feb 5, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SB 164 — require that any holder of a commercial driver license in this state must be proficient in the English language, and to provide a penalty… | Nay | Feb 5, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SB 151 — require the publication of the results of an election for precinct committeeman or committeewoman and to declare an emergency. | Yea | Feb 5, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SB 153 — prohibit certain restrictions in employment contracts for community services providers. | Yea | Feb 5, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SB 129 — update references in certain statutes to the 2024 standard building codes. | Yea | Feb 5, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1077 — consider a cultivated-protein food product to be adulterated food. | Yea | Feb 5, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SB 32 — amend and repeal provisions pertaining to the ballot requirements for certain elections and to declare an emergency. | Yea | Feb 4, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SB 15 — create the Developmental Disability Service Delivery Committee. | Yea | Feb 4, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1028 — establish a criminal background check requirement for multistate licensure under the social work licensure compact. | Yea | Feb 4, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SB 100 — revise provisions related to trusts. | Yea | Feb 4, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SB 88 — clarify the procedure for a potential condemnor to examine real property absent the property owner's permission. | Yea | Feb 4, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SB 113 — increase the penalty for preventing practice of religion. | Yea | Feb 4, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| HB 1011 — modify fees charged by the clerk of courts for certain copies of court records. | Nay | Feb 4, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SB 107 — add licensed and registered child care programs to the definition of community safety zone. | Yea | Feb 4, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SB 89 — create a task force to study the provision of emergency medical services as an essential service and the funding thereof. | Yea | Feb 4, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SB 75 — amend the type of entities eligible to participate in the cybersecurity services initiative. | Yea | Feb 3, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SB 92 — clarify the rights to appeal and refer certain decisions of boards of county commissioners. | Yea | Feb 2, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
| SB 21 — modify tax refunds for elderly persons and persons with a disability. | Nay | Feb 2, 2026 | pass | Open States bulk CSV (bills/votes) CC0-1.0 |
Sponsored legislation (36 as lead sponsor)
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SC 828
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honoring the legacy of Joseph M. Marshall III.
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SC 826
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celebrating the Wall High School Eagles as the 2025 Class 9A State Football Champions.
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HC 8026
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recognizing the nonprofit Oaye Luta Okolakiciye "Moving Forward in a Sacred Way."
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HC 8028
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Honoring the accomplishments of Marvin Richard III of Pine Ridge, South Dakota.
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HC 8022
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recognizing the achievements, leadership, and lifelong public service of Cecelia Fire Thunder.
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SC 831
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recognizing the historical significance of the buffalo and celebrating their return to tribal lands in this state.
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SC 830
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honoring Dave Bonde for exemplary service to South Dakota.
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HB 1176
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clarify bond or pre-trial release upon sobriety program participation.
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HB 1007
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amend the definition of law enforcement officer to include tribal law enforcement officers.
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SC 816
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celebrating Generations Indigenous Ways and its impact.
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