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Welcome to the South Dakota Department of Revenue's press room. Here you will find all the latest publications and press releases concerning DOR. If you have any further questions regarding the press releases, please contact (605) 773-5869.
$1.4 million in Tax Collections from 2026 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
The South Dakota Department of Revenue estimates tax collections from the 2026 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally at $1,404,408, an 11% decrease from last year’s total of $1,581,736.
Read More About $1.4 million in Tax Collections from 2026 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally ›South Dakota’s SB 221- Retailers: New Nicotine Regulations
Senate Bill 221, which goes into effect on July 1, 2026, establishes a regulatory framework for the licensing and oversight of retailers of nicotine and vapor products in the state.
Read More About South Dakota’s SB 221- Retailers: New Nicotine Regulations ›South Dakota’s HB 1220- Nicotine Distribution
South Dakota’s HB 1220, which goes into effect on July 1, 2026, introduces licensing and regulatory obligations for anyone distributing nicotine products.
Read More About South Dakota’s HB 1220- Nicotine Distribution ›The Spring 2026 Newsletter is Here!
The Spring Newsletter is here! Read it to learn about waivers in South Dakota audits, an overview of South Dakota’s Property Tax Relief Package, and bills from the 2026 Legislative Session.
Read More About The Spring 2026 Newsletter is Here! ›Tax Refund Program Open to Senior Citizens and Citizens with Disabilities
South Dakota senior citizens and citizens with disabilities have until July 1 to apply for a tax refund through the state’s Tax Refund Program. Eligible individuals may receive a refund of a portion of the sales taxes they paid in the previous year.
Read More About Tax Refund Program Open to Senior Citizens and Citizens with Disabilities ›The 2026 Winter Newsletter Is Now Available!
The Winter Newsletter is here! Learn more about the Millionaire for Life game by the South Dakota Lottery, how to properly apply use tax to construction costs, why good communication during an audit is important, and more!
Read More About The 2026 Winter Newsletter Is Now Available! ›Our Fall 2025 Newsletter Is Now Live!
The Fall Newsletter is here! This edition will cover topics like the Electronic Title Project, the Gift Responsibly Campaign, and more.
Read More About Our Fall 2025 Newsletter Is Now Live! ›Check out the Summer 2025 Newsletter!
The Summer Newsletter is here! In this issue, we’re covering a wide range of updates and helpful information for individuals and businesses across the state.
Read More About Check out the Summer 2025 Newsletter! ›The DOR Spring 2025 Newsletter is Here!
The Spring Newsletter is here! Learn about 2025 legislative updates, new lottery mobile cashing, and tips for reporting contractor’s excise tax.
Read More About The DOR Spring 2025 Newsletter is Here! ›