South Dakota HB1304: allow subdivisions to limit the operation of drones at open-air events.

What the bill says

An Act to allow subdivisions to limit the operation of drones at open-air events.

From the introduced text, February 4, 2026:

An Act to allow subdivisions to limit the operation of drones at open-air events. Be it enacted by the Legislature of the State of South Dakota: Section 1. That a NEW SECTION be added to chapter 50-15: [ADDED: In accordance with § 50-15-10, a political subdivision may enact ordinances and resolutions containing reasonable and necessary limitations on the operation of drones to protect privacy and prevent trespass at:] [] [ADDED: (2) Outdoor festivals;] [ADDED: (3) The state fair;] [ADDED: (4) County fairs;] [ADDED: (5) Air shows;] [ADDED: (6) Sporting events; and] [ADDED: (7) Any other open-air event that draws large numbers of people.] Underscores indicate new language. [DELETED: Overstrikes] indicate deleted language.

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Sponsors

• John Shubeck (R, HD-016) · primary sponsor
• Terri Jorgenson (R, HD-029)
• Carl Perry (R, 03)
• Kathy Rice (R, HD-029)

Latest actions

1. February 10, 2026: Withdrawn at the Request of the Prime Sponsor
2. February 4, 2026: First read in House and referred to Local Government

Common questions

What is HB1304?

HB1304 is a bill in the South Dakota Legislature (101st Legislature (2026)): allow subdivisions to limit the operation of drones at open-air events.

What does HB1304 do?

In its own words: An Act to allow subdivisions to limit the operation of drones at open-air events.

What is the status of HB1304?

In committee as of February 10, 2026. Latest action: Withdrawn at the Request of the Prime Sponsor (February 10, 2026).

Who sponsored HB1304?

John Shubeck (R, HD-016), with 3 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for HB1304?

On the South Dakota Legislature website: https://sdlegislature.gov/Session/Bill/27264