South Dakota Governor Signs 153 Bills Into Law

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Gov. Larry Rhoden signed 153 bills into law and vetoed one during the 2026 legislative session in South Dakota. A compromise bill on the vetoed bill was later passed and signed. Lawmakers are scheduled to take a two-and-a-half week recess before reconvening for Veto Day on March 31st, which will mark the official end of the 2026 State Legislature.

Why it matters

The signing of 153 bills into law represents a productive legislative session for South Dakota, with lawmakers addressing a wide range of policy issues. The veto and subsequent compromise demonstrate the state's legislative process at work, with the governor and legislature working together to finalize the session's outcomes.

The details

Gov. Larry Rhoden's office announced he signed 153 bills into law and vetoed one during the 2026 legislative session in South Dakota. A compromise bill on the one that was vetoed was later passed and signed on Wednesday. Lawmakers are scheduled to take a two-and-a-half week recess before reconvening for Veto Day on March 31st, which will mark the official end of the 2026 State Legislature.

• The 2026 legislative session came to a close recently.
• Lawmakers are scheduled to take a two-and-a-half week recess.
• Lawmakers will reconvene for Veto Day on March 31st.

What’s next

Lawmakers will reconvene for Veto Day on March 31st, which will mark the official end of the 2026 State Legislature.