South Dakota Legislature

South Dakota Legislature The LRC is composed of all members of the Legislature and is directed by a 15-member executive board.

LRC staff provide non-partisan legal and fiscal analysis and advice as well as research, drafting, and budget services to Legislators. This official page of the South Dakota Legislature provides access to meeting information, legislative resources, and legislative activity year-round. All opinions expressed by visitors to the page are not reflective of the opinions of the South Dakota Legislature.

College students have a lot to juggle at the start of a new school year. As you're planning ahead for the next few weeks...
09/04/2026

College students have a lot to juggle at the start of a new school year. As you're planning ahead for the next few weeks, don't forget to get your application materials in to be a legislative intern for the 2027 Session. Deadline is October 16, 2026. Get all the details on the application process and more at https://sdlegislature.gov/Students/Intern

In recognition of the Labor Day holiday, our office will be closed Monday, September 7, 2026. We will reopen for regular...
09/04/2026

In recognition of the Labor Day holiday, our office will be closed Monday, September 7, 2026. We will reopen for regular hours on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.

Two interim committees will be meeting early next week - Government Operations and Audit on September 8 and the Interim Rules Review Committee on September 9. Meeting details available at https://sdlegislature.gov/

There will be plenty of places at the Capitol for Legislative Pages to take a break and regroup during the 2027 Legislat...
09/02/2026

There will be plenty of places at the Capitol for Legislative Pages to take a break and regroup during the 2027 Legislative Session. But what about at the end of the legislative day? Interested in hosting a Page for a two-week term or the whole session? Fill out the Session Housing Questionnaire at https://sdlegislature.gov/Session/General/Housing/43

And a reminder for high school students wanting to apply for a Legislative Page spot, the initial deadline for applications is October 3, 2026. Details at https://sdlegislature.gov/Students/Page

If you meet the qualifications to be a Legislative Intern for the 2027 South Dakota Legislative Session, your next step ...
08/26/2026

If you meet the qualifications to be a Legislative Intern for the 2027 South Dakota Legislative Session, your next step is to apply for one of the 26 openings. Complete the online application, submit an unofficial copy of your college transcript, a writing sample, and two letters of recommendation and you're in the running! Get more details at https://sdlegislature.gov/Students/Intern

08/21/2026

What's Happening Next Week in the SD Legislature:

8/24/2026 - Emergency Medical Services Funding Task Force

8/26/2026 - Executive Board

8/26/2026 - State-Tribal Relations Committee

All meetings are being held in Pierre with the exception of the State-Tribal Relations Committee which will meet in Rosebud. For agendas and links to register as a testifier for these committees, go to https://sdlegislature.gov/

It takes more than good grades and a great attitude to be a Page for the 2027 South Dakota Legislature. You need to take...
08/19/2026

It takes more than good grades and a great attitude to be a Page for the 2027 South Dakota Legislature. You need to take care of the paperwork, too! Students should submit a completed application, cover letter, signed sponsorship from a current legislator, written permission from their parents and school, and two letters of recommendation. YOU CAN DO THIS! Find out more at https://sdlegislature.gov/Students/Page Preferred application deadline is October 2, 2026.

08/14/2026

What's Happening Next Week in the SD Legislature:

8/17/2026 - Medical Ma*****na Oversight Committee

8/18/2026 - Interim Rules Review Committee

Those wishing to present or testify before either committee should register electronically prior to the meeting. The online registration form can be accessed through the link or the QR code that appear on the meeting agenda or by clicking the "Register to Testify" icon next to the agenda link at https://sdlegislature.gov/

Work experience. Networking opportunities. Insight into possible career choices. And personal memories that will last a ...
08/11/2026

Work experience. Networking opportunities. Insight into possible career choices. And personal memories that will last a lifetime. Take the first step towards your future as a Legislative Intern for the 2027 South Dakota Legislature. For more information on how to apply, go to https://sdlegislature.gov/Students/Intern Deadline is October 16, 2026.

Legislative Pages come from all corners of South Dakota. Some go to traditional schools, some are home-schooled. Some ar...
08/07/2026

Legislative Pages come from all corners of South Dakota. Some go to traditional schools, some are home-schooled. Some are following in the footsteps of friends and family members who were Pages. Others are the first in their circle to serve as a Page. For all the ways Pages are different from each other, they have one thing in common - they all met the requirements to be a Page. Do you? For more information, visit https://sdlegislature.gov/Students/Page

The Legislative Research Council is currently looking to fill several full-time positions. If you have an interest in th...
07/31/2026

The Legislative Research Council is currently looking to fill several full-time positions. If you have an interest in the legislative process and legislative operations, apply today. Starting salary will depend on qualifications and experience. For more information on openings and how to apply, go to https://sdlegislature.gov/

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