The bill amends South Dakota's legal holiday statute to officially designate Election Day as a legal holiday. The amendment adds Election Day, defined as the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November of each even-numbered year, to the list of recognized legal holidays in the state. This inclusion aims to encourage voter participation by ensuring that citizens have the day off to engage in the electoral process.

In addition to the insertion of Election Day, the bill also makes several deletions to the existing list of legal holidays, streamlining the language and updating the descriptions of certain holidays. For instance, it replaces the previous phrasing with more precise definitions, such as specifying the names of certain holidays and clarifying the observance rules for holidays that fall on weekends. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance civic engagement by recognizing the importance of Election Day as a day for citizens to exercise their right to vote.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/27/2025: 1-5-1