South Dakota · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 1187: add coaches to the list of mandatory reporters of child abuse or neglect.

Enacted Last action March 30, 2026: Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-30 H.J. 578

Plain-language summary

HB 1187 is a bill introduced in the South Dakota House on January 29, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: add coaches to the list of mandatory reporters of child abuse or neglect. Primary sponsor: Mary Fitzgerald (Republican), Tim Reed (Republican), Eric Emery (Democratic), Tim Goodwin (Republican), Lana Greenfield (Republican), Kevin Jensen (Republican), Carl Perry (Republican), Peri Pourier (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 30, 2026): Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-30 H.J. 578.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Mary Fitzgerald (Republican); Tim Reed (Republican); Eric Emery (Democratic); Tim Goodwin (Republican); and 4 more.