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Sen. Glenn Vilhauer previews 2026 legislative session, urges constituents to contact lawmakers
Summary
Senator Glenn Vilhauer told the Codington County Board the Legislature convenes Jan. 13, expects hundreds of bills, and highlighted property‑tax proposals, the governor's sales‑tax option for local property‑tax relief, the state budget and data‑center debates; he urged constituents to identify themselves when contacting legislators.
Senator Glenn Vilhauer told the Codington County Board of Commissioners on Dec. 23 that the 2026 state legislative session will convene Jan. 13 and is likely to bring 500–600 bills to the floor.
Vilhauer, who represents District 5, said the short session combined with the 2026 elections will create unusual dynamics and urged residents and local officials to reach out to legislators with clear, identified concerns. “If I get something from a constituent of mine here in District 5 ……
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