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SD HB1197

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

3/4/2026

Primary Sponsor

John Hughes

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends South Dakota statute § 25-6-7 governing where adoption petitions may be filed in circuit court
  • Allows filing in the county where the adopting parent resides
  • Allows filing in the county where the authorized agency with care, custody, or control of the child is located
  • Allows filing in the county where the child was born or currently resides
  • Provides three alternative venue options to give flexibility in adoption proceedings

Legislative Description

Revise a provision related to the venue of adoption proceedings.

Civil Procedure

Last Action

Signed by the Governor on March 04, 2026 H.J. 496

3/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/10/2026
Judiciary1/29/2026

Full Bill Text

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