HB1294

Prohibit geoengineering in this state.

Introduced·2/4/26
Introduced Text

South Dakota HB1294 prohibits geoengineering activities within the state.

South Dakota HB1294 makes it illegal to engage in geoengineering, defined as intentional, large-scale interventions in the earth’s climate system to counteract climate change. This includes activities such as removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere or reflecting sunlight away from earth. Violators face a Class 6 felony charge.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

0
7
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Deferred to the 41st legislative day

7 Yea

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3 Nay

RRR

3 Absent

DRR

Calendar

Feb 12

12:00 AM

House Agriculture and Natural Resources Hearing

History

Feb 12

House

Scheduled for hearing H.J. 1

Feb 12

House

Agriculture and Natural Resources Motion to amend, Passed H.J. 22 Amendment 1294C

Feb 12

House

Agriculture and Natural Resources Deferred to the 41st legislative day, Passed, YEAS 7, NAYS 3. H.J. 22