Johnson v. Jackley

[¶1.] Joni Johnson, the South Dakota Biotechnology Association, and the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (collectively, "Appellants") requested a writ of certiorari to challenge an Attorney General's ballot explanation of a proposed initiated measure. The proposed measure would limit the price state *359 agencies may pay for prescription drugs. Appellants alleged the Attorney General's explanation did not comply with the requirements of SDCL 12-13-25.1. The circuit court denied the writ, and Appellants appeal. We affirm.

Facts and Procedural History

[¶2.] In South Dakota, a…