This bill amends existing laws regarding the restriction of access to obscene materials in public schools and public libraries in South Dakota. It mandates that each public school and public library equip their public access computers with software to limit minors' access to obscene materials, as defined by state law. Additionally, both institutions are required to develop and implement a local policy by January 1, 2025, that establishes measures to restrict minors from accessing such materials. The policy must include an appeals process for individuals to contest determinations of obscenity made by the respective governing bodies, which are subject to judicial review.

The bill specifies that the public school must publish its policy on the school district's website or in a designated legal newspaper, while the public library must publish its policy on the official website of the political subdivision that maintains the library or in a legal newspaper designated by that governing body. These amendments aim to enhance the protection of minors from accessing obscene materials while ensuring transparency and accountability in the policy-making process.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 02/05/2025: 22-24-31, 22-24-37
Senate Engrossed, 03/11/2025: 22-24-55, 22-24-56
Enrolled, 03/12/2025: 22-24-55, 22-24-56