This bill proposes the addition of a new section to chapter 39-5 of South Dakota law, which prohibits the use of state funds for any activities related to cell-cultured protein. Specifically, it states that no state moneys may be awarded or utilized for the research, production, promotion, sale, or distribution of cell-cultured protein, which is defined as food products made from cell cultures or the DNA of host animals and cultivated outside of live animals.

However, the bill includes exceptions for the Board of Regents, its institutions, and state agencies that are involved in regulatory functions under chapter 39-5, allowing them to continue their work without the restrictions imposed by this new prohibition.