The bill amends the provisions related to the duties and responsibilities of presidential electors in South Dakota. It introduces a new section that specifies the conditions under which the office of a presidential elector becomes vacant, including death, resignation, failure to qualify, or failure to appear at the designated meeting. Additionally, it allows an elector to resign by submitting a letter to the secretary of state. The bill also outlines the process for filling a vacancy, requiring the chair of the political party that nominated the elector to select a replacement and file the selection with the secretary of state. If a vacancy occurs, the remaining electors must elect a new individual to fill the vacancy by ballot.

Furthermore, the bill establishes that each elector must vote for the candidates for president and vice president who received the highest number of votes in the state's general election. An elector vacates their position if they refuse to vote or attempt to vote for a candidate other than the one receiving the most votes. If a vacancy arises under these circumstances, the remaining electors are required to fill the vacancy in accordance with the previously mentioned procedures. The amendments aim to clarify the responsibilities of electors and ensure adherence to the election results.

Statutes affected:
Senate Engrossed, 02/13/2025: 12-24-2, 12-24-3