South Dakota
Why SD’s property rights fight matters for all Americans
At a time when federal overreach seems to creep further into the lives of everyday Americans, South Dakota has drawn a bold line in the sand: private property rights are not up for negotiation.
Summit Carbon Solutions attempted to use eminent domain to force carbon pipelines through private property across the state. In November 2024, through a 60/40 ballot initiative, the people pushed back, choosing to protect private property and rejecting the idea that the South Dakota Public Utilities Commission should have the authority to override the will of landowners and local control.
Shortly after, lawmakers followed with decisive action. South Dakota Representatives Karla Lems, R-16, and Mark Lapka, R-23, carried HB-1052, a bill that explicitly banned the use of eminent domain for carbon pipeline construction. As Lapka put it, the bill was an effort to restore “constitutional certainty and security of property ownership in South Dakota.” It passed, and with it, a national precedent was set that our most sacred rights would not be infringed, and they would hold steady in the protection of private property.
But the fight didn’t end there. The carbon capture and transfer controversy recently reignited, this time on the federal level.
On May 18, in Washington, D.C., language buried deep in H.R. 1, the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” and within the Fiscal Year 2025 budget (CR 14), threatened to undo every inch of ground gained. In Section 41006 was a provision, hidden under the guise of speeding up infrastructure permitting reform, that would have stripped state and local authority over pipeline construction across the board, including those for carbon dioxide, hydrogen, and petroleum.
Worse still, it included a $10 million “expedited review” fee, giving corporations a fast-track lane for license permitting for construction projects, and a clause that would have overridden local and state law entirely, opening the door for land condemnation by the federal government. Essentially, if a federal license was granted, it would override any law on the books.
Thankfully, the effort didn’t go unnoticed. After several days of debate, thanks to the resolve first demonstrated in South Dakota and the vigilance of landowners, advocates, and principled leaders across the country, Section 41006 was completely removed before H.R. 1 passed the House on May 21. This cemented a win for property owners, local control, and states’ rights, and the bill will now be considered before the Senate.
I applaud Congress for its diligence in consideration and debate of this huge bill. Moreover, I thank those across the country who helped bring this issue to light before it was too late. We must continue to heavily monitor the legislative branch of our federal government and hold it accountable on every issue.
This issue will be back, perhaps under a different name or a different section, but with the same goal. South Dakota proved that when citizens and lawmakers stand together, liberty holds the line, but we cannot afford to fall asleep at the wheel.
The South Dakota Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at April 21, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Mega Millions numbers from April 21 drawing
01-36-43-56-58, Mega Ball: 07
Check Mega Millions payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from April 21 drawing
01-04-40-47-58, Bonus: 04
Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your prize
- Prizes of $100 or less: Can be claimed at any South Dakota Lottery retailer.
- Prizes of $101 or more: Must be claimed from the Lottery. By mail, send a claim form and a signed winning ticket to the Lottery at 711 E. Wells Avenue, Pierre, SD 57501.
- Any jackpot-winning ticket for Dakota Cash or Lotto America, top prize-winning ticket for Lucky for Life, or for the second prizes for Powerball and Mega Millions must be presented in person at a Lottery office. A jackpot-winning Powerball or Mega Millions ticket must be presented in person at the Lottery office in Pierre.
When are the South Dakota Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 9:59 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 10 p.m. CT on Tuesday and Friday.
- Lucky for Life: 9:38 p.m. CT daily.
- Lotto America: 9:15 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Dakota Cash: 9 p.m. CT on Wednesday and Saturday.
- Millionaire for Life: 10:15 p.m. CT daily.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a South Dakota editor. You can send feedback using this form.
Clear Lake businessman Tim Begalka is running for re-election to the South Dakota Senate for District 4. Begalka served two terms in the State House and two terms in the Senate.
He and his wife Rhonda live in Clear Lake. Their have three adult children also live in the state.
Begalka has owned Sodak Gardens, a local greenhouse and nursery, for the past 30 years. The business was started by his late father Leon Begalka in 1954. Begalka is a graduate of Clear Lake High School and South Dakota State University, and is a fifth generation Deuel County resident.
While in the legislature, Begalka served on the agriculture, education and commerce committees and was vice-chairman of the Judiciary Committee. In his release he said he has always looked out for the “little guy,” whether that be an individual, family, township, small-town, farm, business or school. He is a defender of property rights, the 2nd amendment and the right to life, he said in a release.
“While in Pierre, I frequently witnessed the bigger businesses, schools, and government entities try to take advantage of the little guys,” Begalka said in a release. “The big guys already have more money, power, numbers, and lobbyists. The little guys need a Senator with a backbone to stand up for them. That’s what I promise to continue to do, represent the citizens of District 4.”
He has never lost an election, and his winning philosophy, he said, is “Always tell the truth, and try to be nice to everyone”.
Begalka will be on the ballot for the June 2 Republican Primary. In order to vote in that primary, you need to be a registered Republican in District 4 by May 18th. District 4 includes all of Deuel, Grant, and Hamlin Counties, greater Codington, southeastern Roberts, and all of Clark County except the southwest corner.
The South Dakota Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at April 20, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Powerball numbers from April 20 drawing
09-17-36-47-64, Powerball: 26, Power Play: 3
Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Lotto America numbers from April 20 drawing
05-07-31-41-43, Star Ball: 07, ASB: 02
Check Lotto America payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from April 20 drawing
19-37-40-41-53, Bonus: 02
Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your prize
- Prizes of $100 or less: Can be claimed at any South Dakota Lottery retailer.
- Prizes of $101 or more: Must be claimed from the Lottery. By mail, send a claim form and a signed winning ticket to the Lottery at 711 E. Wells Avenue, Pierre, SD 57501.
- Any jackpot-winning ticket for Dakota Cash or Lotto America, top prize-winning ticket for Lucky for Life, or for the second prizes for Powerball and Mega Millions must be presented in person at a Lottery office. A jackpot-winning Powerball or Mega Millions ticket must be presented in person at the Lottery office in Pierre.
When are the South Dakota Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 9:59 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 10 p.m. CT on Tuesday and Friday.
- Lucky for Life: 9:38 p.m. CT daily.
- Lotto America: 9:15 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Dakota Cash: 9 p.m. CT on Wednesday and Saturday.
- Millionaire for Life: 10:15 p.m. CT daily.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a South Dakota editor. You can send feedback using this form.
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