HB1215

HB1215 creates a new state law prohibiting South Dakota from enforcing or endorsing policies related to same-sex marriage, transgender identity recognition, sexual orientation protections, and certain medical or educational practices. The law blocks state agencies and counties from issuing marriage licenses to same-sex couples, using tax dollars for gender transition procedures, restricting conversion therapy, or partnering with organizations to host drag queen storytimes. This represents a significant shift in state policy by codifying restrictions on LGBTQ+ rights and related services that were not previously prohibited by statute.