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In the first months of 2021, two states passed abortion bans, and several more could soon join them. But there are also more subtle and nefarious restrictions on the horizon — bills that will push abortion out of reach without explicitly banning it.
ACT NOW: Call Gov. Noem’s office to leave your message asking her to veto House Bill 1217 immediately.
Nalya Rodriguez and Michael Saavedra share how their personal experiences with the criminal legal system help to shape a movement for change.
A seemingly small gesture can make a huge difference. Download our "All Are Welcome" poster today and hang one up in your business, place of worship, or classroom.
Here's the truth: House Bill 1217 won't protect anyone.
This policy won’t help deter crime or make South Dakota communities safer.