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HB1258

Property Tax Bills Must Include a Link to Online Information

Last scannedAug 25, 2026, 3:29 AM

In one sentence

This law requires property tax bills sent to taxpayers in South Dakota to include a QR code and website address that lead to state information on taxation and relief programs.

What it does

  • Requires every property tax bill sent to a taxpayer to include a QR code.
  • Mandates that the tax bill also lists an internet address for state resources.
  • Connects these codes and addresses to a website run by the Department of Revenue.
  • Ensures the online site provides details on property taxation rules in South Dakota.
  • Requires the website to include information about available property tax relief programs.

Who it affects

  • County treasurers who send out property tax bills
  • Property taxpayers receiving these bills

Limits and unknowns

  • The official text does not state the specific effective date for this requirement.
  • The law does not specify the exact design or size of the QR code on the bill.

Plain language

Terms to know

QR code
A two-dimensional matrix barcode intended to be digitally scanned.
Treasurer
The county treasurer.

Official record

Sources

Source attached

Official summary

require that a property tax bill provide access to a state website providing property tax information.

Official activity

Bill history

  1. Signed by the Governor