South Dakota · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 198: restrict the use of a cell phone by a student during the school day.

In committee Last action March 5, 2026: House of Representatives Do Pass Amended , Failed, YEAS 28, NAYS 39 H.J. 524

Plain-language summary

SB 198 is a bill introduced in the South Dakota Senate on January 29, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: restrict the use of a cell phone by a student during the school day. Primary sponsor: Chris Karr (Republican), Taylor Rehfeldt (Republican), Bobbi Andera (Republican), Les Heinemann (Republican), Liz Larson (Democratic), Carl Perry (Republican), Curt Voight (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 5, 2026): House of Representatives Do Pass Amended , Failed, YEAS 28, NAYS 39 H.J. 524.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Chris Karr (Republican); Taylor Rehfeldt (Republican); Bobbi Andera (Republican); Les Heinemann (Republican); and 3 more.