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SD SB113

Bill

Status

Passed

3/10/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jim Mehlhaff

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends South Dakota statute § 22-19B-4 to increase the criminal penalty for interfering with religious practice
  • Makes it a Class 6 felony to intentionally prevent someone from performing lawful religious acts through threat or violence
  • Applies when the victim is prevented from practicing acts enjoined or recommended by their professed religion
  • Originated in the Senate during the 101st Legislative Session (2026)

Legislative Description

Increase the penalty for preventing practice of religion.

Crimes

Last Action

Signed by the Governor on March 10, 2026 S.J. 514

3/10/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/5/2026
Judiciary1/23/2026

Full Bill Text

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