Challenges Faced by South Dakota County Auditors in Implementing New Voter ID Rules
County auditors in South Dakota are facing challenges in implementing new voter ID rules due to unclear guidelines from the state's secretary of state. With the primary election already in progress, auditors are left to make decisions on their own regarding the new requirements. Senate Bill 175, passed in the 2026 legislative session, mandates that new voters must show proof of citizenship during the registration process. The bill, enacted with an emergency clause, is set to be enforced for the upcoming primary ballot on June 2.