SB174Enacted
prohibit the enactment or implementation of an ordinance, resolution, or policy that prohibits the use of an energy utility service.
South Dakota counties and cities are prohibited from passing laws or policies that ban the use of electric, natural gas, propane, or other energy utility services. The ban applies to local ordinances, resolutions, and policies—though it doesn't restrict general zoning codes, building regulations, or fire codes as long as they aren't specifically targeting energy services. This prevents municipalities and counties from blocking residents or businesses from connecting to or using these utility services.