Proposing and submitting to the voters at the next general election an amendment to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, requiring all non-judicial offices elected by a statewide vote to be nominated at a primary election.
Impact
The implications of HJR5001 are multifaceted. By mandating that statewide candidates be nominated solely via primaries, the bill aims to enhance the simplicity of the electoral process for voters. This could lead to more organized elections and potentially diminish the influence of political party endorsements in the general elections. However, it also raises questions about the access and quality of representation for candidates who may not have a broad party platform, as well as concerns about candidates advancing from primaries with limited support from their political parties.
Summary
HJR5001, proposed by Representative Tordsen, is a joint resolution that seeks to amend the Constitution of South Dakota by requiring all non-judicial offices that are elected by a statewide vote to be nominated exclusively through a primary election. If enacted, this amendment would place a significant change on how candidates for key offices, including the United States Senate, United States House of Representatives, and state executive roles, are chosen, shifting the nomination process entirely to a primary election format. This move is framed around the notion of providing clarity and reducing the potential for confusion among voters regarding candidate endorsements during general elections.
Contention
The discussions surrounding HJR5001 may include notable points of contention. Critics might argue that this decision centralizes control in the primary election process, which could suppress the diversity of candidate selection in the general elections and diminish voter choice. There might also be concerns about how this change affects representational equity, particularly concerning less mainstream candidates who may struggle to gain visibility in a primary-only nomination process. Furthermore, implementing this amendment could necessitate substantial procedural changes to current election laws, raising additional challenges for the state's legislative framework.
Proposing and submitting to the electors at the next general election an amendment to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, updating references to certain officeholders and persons.
Proposing and submitting to the electors at the next general election an amendment to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, providing for the retention elections of circuit court judges.
Proposing and submitting to the voters at the next general election an amendment to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, requiring an intervening general election occur before an initiated constitutional amendment that is substantially similar to an initiated amendment that was previously voted on and rejected may be submitted to a vote of the electors.
Proposing and submitting to the voters at the next general election an amendment to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, providing for wagering on sporting events via mobile or electronic platform.
Proposing and submitting to the electors at the next general election an amendment to Article III of the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, to limit terms of service for legislators to eight years.
Proposing and submitting to the voters at the next general election a new section to Article VI of the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, relating to the right of a person to reject certain medical procedures.
Proposing and submitting to the voters at the next general election amendments to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota revising and establishing certain constitutional provisions regarding the lieutenant governor and the presiding officers of the Senate and House of Representatives.
Proposing and submitting to the voters at the next general election, an amendment to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, authorizing the state to impose work requirements on certain individuals who are eligible for expanded Medicaid.
Proposing and submitting to the voters at the next general election an amendment to the Constitution of the State of South Dakota, limiting the amount of ad valorem tax on real property, and limiting the increase in the assessed value of real property.