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SD SB104
Bill
Status
1/21/2026
Primary Sponsor
Tom Pischke
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AI Summary
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Requires South Dakota Medicaid to reimburse therapy using equine movement (horse-assisted therapeutic activities) for medical assistance recipients
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Services must be provided by licensed physical therapists, occupational therapists, or speech-language pathologists
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"Therapy using equine movement" is defined as therapeutic activities leveraging horse-human interactions to facilitate progression toward therapeutic goals
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Department of Social Services must submit a state plan amendment to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services by August 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Require the reimbursement of therapy using equine movement through the state medicaid program.
Public Welfare and Assistance
Last Action
Health and Human Services Deferred to the 41st legislative day, Passed, YEAS 5, NAYS 2. S.J. 9
2/4/2026