require the inclusion of certain features within a manufacturer's application store or on a developer's application.
HB 1229 requires app stores (manufacturers) and app developers to include specific features for user transparency. Specifically, app stores must list all purchasable goods/services with prices on app pages, and developers must provide an easy-to-access feature allowing users to view those prices and cancel subscriptions. The bill applies to all app stores and developers operating in South Dakota, with requirements deemed "technologically feasible." Violations trigger a 90-day cure period before the attorney general can impose civil penalties up to $1,000 per incident. The law focuses on mandatory disclosure and user control, not on creating new private legal claims.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Feb 2026
House Passage
Feb 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Jan 29, 2026
Last action Feb 9, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
5
Key actions
2
Committee
1
Amendments
1
Feb 9, 2026
Lower · Passed
State Affairs Deferred to the 41st legislative day , Passed, YEAS 8, NAYS 4
lower
Feb 9, 2026
Lower · Passed
State Affairs Do Pass Amended , Passed, YEAS 6, NAYS 6
lower
Feb 9, 2026
Introduced
State Affairs Motion to amend , Passed, Amendment 1229B
lower
Jan 29, 2026
Introduced
First read in House and referred to House State Affairs H.J. 179
lower
2 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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