Senate Bill 175

  • Status: Sent to 41st Day/Did Not Pass
  • Position: Oppose
  • Bill Number: SB 175
  • Session: 2026
  • Latest Update: February 11, 2026
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Summary

Background: Senate Bill 175 would require that an individual provide proof of citizenship when registering to vote using the voter registration form prescribed by the State Board of Elections.

Our Stance: The ACLU of South Dakota opposes Senate Bill 175.

If implemented, this legislation would place serious and unnecessary burdens on everyday South Dakotans and strain already overburdened election officials. Senate Bill 175 is part of a broader attack on our democratic elections by promoting baseless nativist conspiracy theories.

Sponsors:
Senators Carley (prime) and Perry and Representatives Baxter, Jordan, Rice, and Sjaarda

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