16-05-2025
Voters show concern for Amendment L
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Some South Dakotans are expressing concerns about Amendment L.
Earlier this year, Lawmakers passed a resolution putting it on the 2026 ballot.
If it passes, Amendment L would require future constitutional amendments to pass by a 60% majority instead of 50%.
A group that calls itself the Voter Defense Association of South Dakota says the that proposed change would restrict voters' constitutional rights.
'It's really about this more fundamental question about how our democracy works. Should every South Dakotan's vote count equally? It's one person, one vote. Do we believe in the will of the people? If 50% support it, should that take effect?' said Matthrew Schweich, Chairman and President, VDA.
This isn't the first time something like this has been on a South Dakota ballot. Passed attempts have failed
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