The proposed bill amends several sections of South Dakota law to ensure that birth certificates and other official documents accurately reflect an individual's biological sex. Key amendments include the requirement for applications for licenses and identification cards to include the applicant's sex as defined in state law, and mandates that birth certificates must contain the child's date of birth, place of birth, and sex. The bill also specifies that the sex listed on a birth certificate can only be amended under certain conditions, such as clerical errors, court findings of incorrect information, or corrections for children born with congenital anomalies.

Additionally, the bill introduces new definitions related to biological sex, including specific terms for "female" and "male," and establishes that vital records can only be amended in limited circumstances. The amendments aim to standardize the information required on official documents and ensure that biological sex is consistently recorded, reflecting a legislative intent to maintain clear and accurate records in the state's vital registration system.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 02/05/2025: 32-12-3, 32-12-17.10, 32-12-17.2, 34-25-1.1, 34-25-8, 34-25-51
House State Affairs Engrossed, 02/13/2025: 32-12-3, 32-12-17.10, 32-12-17.2, 34-25-1.1, 34-25-8, 34-25-51