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Residency, a national ballot and initiative rules draw debate in Vermillion
Summary
Forum attendees heard competing views on a proposed 'national ballot' for voters with PO boxes and broader proposals to change initiative and constitutional amendment rules in South Dakota.
Representatives and the senator discussed House Bill 1208, which would create a separate ballot option for voters whose residence connection is limited to a PO box or mail service. The proposal split panelists: Representative Cassin supported the measure as a step to move the issue forward, while Representative Bill Shorma opposed excluding local races and urged a comprehensive summer study of…
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