Governor-backed plan advances as Legislature continues to cull property tax reduction ideas

By: Makenzie Huber

Outlets: South Dakota Searchlight

Published: February 24, 2026

Words: 644

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 3 days ago

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The South Dakota Senate endorsed a proposal on Monday that would allow counties to implement a half-percent sales tax to reduce property taxes for homeowners.

The bill passed the chamber with a 20-14 vote and now goes to a House committee.

The plan is from Republican Gov. Larry Rhoden. It would let counties levy up to a half-percent sales tax and use the money to offset the county’s portion of property taxes on …

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