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SD HB1129

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/26/2026

Primary Sponsor

Kathy Rice

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends § 13-32-7 to allow school district employees aged 21 or older with an enhanced concealed carry permit to carry a concealed pistol on school premises after notifying local law enforcement; notification is valid from date of notification through June 30th of each year

  • Allows any concealed carry permit holder to possess a pistol while inside their motor vehicle on school property or while securing/retrieving a pistol from their vehicle

  • Maintains existing exemptions for law enforcement officers, school sentinels trained under chapter 13-64, and individuals with enhanced permits who have written permission from the school principal

  • Grants school districts immunity from liability for any damages or penalties resulting from firearm use by authorized permit holders (those with principal permission or qualifying employees who notified law enforcement)

  • Removes the specific exemption for nonpublic schools located on church premises, consolidating it under the general exemption for churches and houses of worship

Legislative Description

Provide for the carrying of a concealed pistol by certain school district employees.

Education

Last Action

Education Deferred to the 41st legislative day, Passed, YEAS 12, NAYS 3.

2/2/2026

Committee Referrals

Education1/26/2026

Full Bill Text

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