SEAL SD Core GRT Plan: A New Era of Tax Freedom
Overview
The SEAL SD Core Gross Receipts Tax (GRT) Plan proposes a transformative approach to taxation in South Dakota:
- Elimination of Property Taxes: Abolishes $1.6 billion in property taxes, providing homeowners with annual savings between $3,000 and $5,000.
- Introduction of a 5% Statewide GRT: Implements a simple 5% tax on gross receipts, replacing complex tax structures.
- Exemptions and Rebates:
- Small Business Exemptions: Protects small enterprises from undue tax burdens.
- Veterans and Military Families: Offers full exemptions to honor their service.
- Residency Rebates: Grants a $200 annual rebate to South Dakota residents.
Benefits
- Financial Relief: Significant annual savings for homeowners and residents.
- Economic Growth: Simplified tax structure encourages business investment and job creation.
- Transparency and Simplicity: Replaces convoluted tax codes with a straightforward system.
Safeguards
- Education and Public Services Funding: Ensures schools, first responders, and essential services remain fully funded through dedicated GRT allocations.
- Price Stability Measures: Implements checks to prevent inflationary effects due to tax restructuring.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Will the GRT cover all necessary state funding?
A: Yes. The 5% GRT is designed to generate sufficient revenue to replace property taxes and fund state obligations.
Q: How does this affect small businesses?
A: Small businesses benefit from exemptions, reducing their tax burden and promoting growth.
Q: What about public services like schools and emergency services?
A: Funding for these services is secured through designated portions of the GRT revenue.
Get Involved
- Sign the Petition: Help us reach 35,017 signatures by May 5, 2026, to place this initiative on the ballot.
- Vote: Participate in the November 2026 election to enact this plan.
- Spread the Word: Share information with friends and family to build support.
For more detailed information, visit our FAQs or explore the full plan.
📅 Upcoming Event
🔴 END TAXES NOW FREEDOM FEAST & FORUM
- 📍 Location: First Assembly of God, 4905 S Hwy 16, Rapid City, SD
- ⏰ Time: May 10, 2025 | 4:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M.
- 💲 Cost: $9 Farm-to-Table Meal — RSVP Here
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📂 Learn More
- 🌄 Our Vision for South Dakota
The future we’re building — bold, free, and family-first. - 📊 End Property Tax: GRT Plan
How the 5% Gross Receipts Tax will replace property taxes — and why it works. - 📈 Revenue Verification
Ensuring every dollar is accounted for — transparency you can trust. - 🛡️ Safeguards to Protect Homes
No tricks, no traps — just locked-in protections you can count on. - 🕵️ SD-DOGE: Our Government Watchdog
Efficiency, oversight, and a watchdog that works for the people. - 👉 Get the Facts
Will Prices Go Up?: Debunk myths about price increases under the GRT. - 🚜 Family Farms & Ranches
How the GRT protects and empowers South Dakota’s agricultural backbone. - 👨👩👧👦 For Our Kids’ Future
Building a legacy of freedom and opportunity for the next generation. - 🏛️ South Dakota First
Prioritizing our people, our values, and our future — always. - 🆕 What’s New?
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