The bill amends several sections of South Dakota law regarding the management and publication of the statewide voter registration file. It mandates that the Secretary of State establish and maintain a computerized system for the voter registration file, requiring county auditors to transmit daily updates and specific information after elections. The Secretary of State is also required to post the complete statewide voter registration file on their website every Monday, ensuring it includes any updates from the county master registration file.

Additionally, the bill establishes a rolling five-year historical archive of the statewide voter registration file, which must be published weekly and made available free of charge, while protecting sensitive personal information such as social security numbers and birth dates from public inspection. It reinforces that information from the voter registration files cannot be sold or used for commercial purposes, with exceptions for campaign activities, and outlines penalties for violations, including potential criminal charges and civil fines.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 02/03/2026: 12-4-37, 12-4-37.1, 12-4-41
House State Affairs Engrossed, 02/26/2026: 12-4-37, 12-4-37.1, 12-4-41
Enrolled, 03/09/2026: 12-4-37, 12-4-37.1, 12-4-41