SB124

This bill creates a new law protecting religious freedom by preventing state agencies, local governments, and their officials from substantially restricting how people practice their religion unless the government has a compelling reason and no less restrictive way to achieve it. The law also requires that religious practices be treated no more strictly than similar non-religious practices, and people who believe their religious freedom has been violated can sue in court and recover attorney's fees if they win. This gives South Dakota residents a legal tool to challenge government actions they believe unfairly burden their religious exercise.