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AI Overview
South Dakota has a regulation score of 1/10 (permissive), with 0 enacted AI laws and 6 pending bills. Total tracked lobbying activity: $0.3M. Key companies active: Raven Industries (CNH), Daktronics.
South Dakota
South Dakota has essentially no AI-specific legislation, consistent with its overall light regulatory environment. The state's small population and limited tech sector presence have contributed to minimal legislative interest in AI governance.
Permissive Regulation8 Total Bills
1
Permissive0
Enacted
6
Pending
$0.3M
Lobbying
Key Laws & Legislation
- •SD SB 78 - AI in Government Study Resolution
Key Legislators
R
Sen. Lee Schoenbeck
Senate · Senate President
R
Rep. Will Mortenson
House · Commerce Committee Member
Active AI Company Lobbying
Raven Industries (CNH)Daktronics
All South Dakota AI Bills (7)
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