Today, the South Dakota House of Representatives passed important self-defense legislation, Senate Bill 47, by a 47 to 23 vote. SB 47 now heads to the desk of Governor Kristi Noem for her signature. Please contact Governor Noem and strongly urge her to sign Senate Bill 47 into law.





Senate Bill 47 would remove the requirement to obtain a permit in order to lawfully carry a firearm for self-defense. In South Dakota, it is already legal to carry a firearm openly, as long as the individual is not prohibited by law from possessing a firearm. However, under current law, if a firearm becomes covered by a coat or if an individual prefers to carry a firearm for self-protection in a bag, they would need to possess a CCHL. This legislation gives South Dakotans the freedom to choose the best method of carrying for them, based on their attire, and/or physical attributes. This legislation would also keep in place the current permitting system so that people who obtain a permit could still enjoy the reciprocity agreements that South Dakota has with other states.

Again, please contact Governor Noem or call at 605-773-3212 and strongly urge her to sign Senate Bill 47 into law.