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SD HB 1257
amend the definition of an abortion.
In brief
SD HB 1257 is a state bill in SD: “amend the definition of an abortion.” It was introduced on Feb 3, 2026 in the House, during the 2026 session. Its status at our last check, on Oct 28, 2026: enacted. The latest action we have (Mar 30, 2026) reads: “Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-30 H.J. 579”. Its sponsors are Grove (Republican), Heinemann (Republican), Jorgenson (Republican), Sjaarda (Republican), Soye (Republican). CSWH lists it under the cause Reproductive autonomy. The facts here come from State legislature (sdlegislature.gov) and Open States (openstates.org); the bill's own text there is the authority.
Where it stands
- Status
- Enacted
- Latest action
- Mar 30, 2026: Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-30 H.J. 579
- Sponsors
- Grove (Republican)
- Heinemann (Republican)
- Jorgenson (Republican)
- Sjaarda (Republican)
- Soye (Republican)
- Started in
- House
- Introduced
- Feb 3, 2026
- Session
- 2026
- Subjects
- Abortion, Crimes, Health Care, Medical Records, Public Health and Safety
Our summary: SD HB 1257 to amend the definition of an abortion was signed by the Governor on 2026-03-30. (written by our daily update from the source; the bill's text is the authority)
Sources
- State legislature: sdlegislature.gov/Session/Bill/26454
- Open States: openstates.org/sd/bills/2026/HB1257/
Checked by our daily update on Oct 28, 2026.
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