Bill > HB1163

This bill amends existing law to prohibit certain persons from requiring genetic-based vaccinations, defining "genetic-based vaccination" as one developed using technologies that utilize, modify, or transfer genetic material to induce an immune response. Specifically, it prevents public or private employers from making these vaccinations a condition of employment or taking adverse actions against employees based on their vaccination status, though employers can still implement other disease mitigation measures like requiring personal protective equipment. Similarly, educational institutions cannot require these vaccinations for enrollment or penalize students based on their vaccination status, while still being allowed to implement other safety protocols. Public accommodations and services are also prohibited from denying services based on vaccination status, with exceptions for reasonable disease mitigation measures. The bill allows the attorney general to impose civil penalties of up to $10,000 for violations of these provisions, but includes several exceptions, such as for entities complying with federal regulations, vaccinations required for school admission, clinical placements for health sciences programs, court-ordered vaccinations, and the National Guard.

Health and Social Services

https://sdlegislature.gov/#/Session/Bill/27003