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 birth certificates to state the applicant's sex as defined in a new section, and the inclusion of sex on various forms of identification, such as operator's licenses and nondriver identification cards. The bill 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 definitions for "male" and "female," and establishes that the sex of a child may be corrected within one year of birth if necessary. The amendments also clarify the process for registering births and the information required on birth certificates, emphasizing the importance of accurately documenting biological sex. Overall, the bill aims to standardize the representation of biological sex in official records and limit the circumstances under which such information can be altered.

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