HB1257

Amend the definition of an abortion.

Complete·3/30/26

Amends the definition of abortion and related terms in South Dakota law.

This bill amends the definition of abortion in South Dakota law, specifying it as the intentional termination of a clinically diagnosable pregnancy. It also modifies definitions for terms such as "fetus," "fertilization," "human being," and "unborn child." The bill outlines conditions under which an abortion may be justified to preserve the life of a pregnant female and mandates documentation for such procedures. It further details exceptions where abortion does not include certain medical treatments or miscarriages.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

31 Yea

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2 Nay

DD

2 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 2

12:00 AM

Senate State Affairs Hearing

Feb 23

12:00 AM

House State Affairs Hearing

History

Mar 30

House

Signed by the Governor on March 30, 2026 H.J. 579

Mar 9

House

Delivered to the Governor on March 09, 2026 H.J. 534

Mar 5

Senate

Signed by the President S.J. 486