SB153

Prohibit certain restrictions in employment contracts for community services providers.

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South Dakota SB153 prohibits certain employment restrictions for community services providers.

South Dakota SB153 makes specific contract provisions voidable if they restrict community services providers from working with individuals with developmental disabilities or practicing within their scope after leaving their previous employer. This law applies to contracts entered into after July 1, 2026, and excludes restrictions related to the sale of a practice or compliant solicitation of former clients.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

64 Yea

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0 Nay

6 Absent

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Calendar

Feb 24

12:00 AM

House Health and Human Services Hearing

Feb 4

12:00 AM

Senate Health and Human Services Hearing

History

Mar 9

Senate

Signed by the Governor on March 09, 2026 S.J. 488

Mar 3

Senate

Delivered to the Governor on March 03, 2026 S.J. 441

Mar 2

House

Signed by the Speaker H.J. 478