South Dakota · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1214: require that courts consider as a mitigating factor during sentencing an individual's history as a victim of abuse and provide for a reduced sentence in certain circumstances.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1214 is a bill introduced in the South Dakota House on January 29, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: require that courts consider as a mitigating factor during sentencing an individual's history as a victim of abuse and provide for a reduced sentence in certain circumstances. Primary sponsor: Kadyn Wittman (Democratic), Eric Emery (Democratic), Tim Goodwin (Republican), Erin Healy (Democratic), Liz Larson (Democratic), Erik Muckey (Democratic), Carl Perry (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 9, 2026): Judiciary Tabled , Passed, YEAS 12, NAYS 0 H.J. 20.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 5 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kadyn Wittman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 15 |
| Eric Emery | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26A |
| Tim Goodwin | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 30 |
| Erin Healy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 10 |
| Liz Larson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| Erik Muckey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 15 |
| Carl Perry | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 3 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Judiciary Tabled , Passed, YEAS 12, NAYS 0 H.J. 20
- First read in House and referred to House Judiciary H.J. 178