Following the passage of IM22 and related court action, South Dakota legislators are talking about ethics and reforms.
The initiated measure, in part, would set up an independent ethics commission, separate from legislative oversight. That measure was challenged in court, and has been suspended for the time being.
Incoming House Majority Leader, Lee Qualm of Platte, says there have been talks about ethics reform…..

Qualm says they understand voters concern about open government….

Qualm says other states have had problems with ethics commissions….

Qualm says he expects majority republicans will continue to talk about the issue through the legislative session.