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It's very important to send the message that victims and their families should have a voice in the process. 

Krista Heeren-Graber, South Dakota Network Against Family Violence and Sexual Assault Executive Director

I am pleased that the voters have passed Amendment Y. With this action, victims' rights will be enhanced and the public will now gain valuable information from law enforcement to expedite the solving of crimes. I am proud to have been involved with this effort to help victims of crimes in South Dakota.

State Senator Jim Bolin

With the passage of Amendment Y, survivors of sexual and domestic abuse will see their rights continue to be upheld. Additionally, Amendment Y gives them more resources as they navigate the criminal investigation and prosecution of their case. Whenever we as a state can direct more resources to survivors, that’s a major win for them.

Michelle Markgraf, Executive Director of The Compass Center 

With the passage of Amendment Y, survivors of sexual and domestic abuse will see their rights continue to be upheld. Additionally, Amendment Y gives them more resources as they navigate the criminal investigation and prosecution of their case. Whenever we as a state can direct more resources to survivors, that’s a major win for them. 

Mike Milstead, Minnehaha County Sheriff