PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) –On Tuesday, Governor Larry Rhoden signed a bill to defend the freedom to worship, SB 113.

“Our forefathers came to America seeking one thing – the freedom to worship. And we will continue to fight to defend that freedom,” said Governor Larry Rhoden. “We saw this right come under assault in Minnesota, but in South Dakota, we won’t stand for it. I am proud to sign this bill into law and defend our God-given rights for future generations.”

Governor Rhoden introduced the bill earlier this session alongside Republican leadership in both chambers and Reverend Will Graham. He signed SB 113 at a signing ceremony with the bill’s prime sponsors, Senator Mehlhaff and Representative Odenbach. You can find a photo of that signing here.