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StateSouth DakotaEnacted
SB 39: revise provisions relating to industrial hemp.
Agriculture and Natural Resources
SB 39 status: Enacted — Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-30 S.J. 548 (updated Mar 30, 2026).
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Risk:Low Risk
Impact:Low Impact 20/100
Constitutionality50%
Bipartisan50%
Public opinion50%
Bill summary
What changes
The bill updates existing rules for the growing and sale of industrial hemp in South Dakota.
Who is affected
Industrial hemp growers and sellers.
Requirements and enforcement
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Costs and funding
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When it takes effect
Enacted as of March 30, 2026.
Potential benefits
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Risks and tradeoffs
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What is still unknown
Specific changes to licensing, compliance costs, or operational requirements for the hemp industry are not provided in the abstract.
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Analysis scope
Abstract provided only; full bill text not analyzed.
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Where it stands
Official recordSigned by the Governor on 2026-03-30 S.J. 548
- IntroducedComplete
- CommitteeComplete
- Chamber votesComplete
- Final agreementComplete
- GovernorComplete
- EnactedComplete
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