MITCHELL, SD (Mitchell Now) The Retirement Laws Committee will meet on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. (CT). This is the first meeting of the 2026 Interim and is being conducted via electronic conference and in Room 464 of the State Capitol in Pierre, South Dakota, to allow for both remote and in-person participation.
The Retirement Laws Committee, chaired by Representative Mike Weisgram (R-Pierre) with vice chair Senator Randy Deibert (R-Spearfish), will meet to consider an adjustment to the annual base salary of the Executive Director of the South Dakota Retirement System. The full agenda is available online. Those wishing to present or testify before the committee should register electronically prior to the meeting. The online registration form can be accessed through the link or the QR code that appear on the meeting agenda or by clicking the “Register to Testify” icon next to the agenda link at https://sdlegislature.gov/. Individuals should complete and submit the online registration form regardless of whether they will appear in person or remotely.
In addition to Representative Weisgram and Senator Deibert, members include Representatives Amber Arlint (R-Sioux Falls), Leslie Heinemann (R-Flandreau), David Kull (R-Brandon), and Erik Muckey (D-Sioux Falls); and Senators Red Dawn Foster (D-Pine Ridge), Steve Kolbeck (R-Brandon), Jamie Smith (D-Sioux Falls), and Glen Vilhauer (R-Watertown).