Hansen defines sex; ACLU calls it 'bullying'

Written By Communications Coordinator

by: Rae Yost
Posted: Jan 29, 2026 / 03:04 PM CST
Updated: Jan 29, 2026 / 06:15 PM CST

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The state needs to define a man and a woman, Republican Speaker of the House Rep. Jon Hansen says, and he has the proposed law to do so.

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"The full scope of the bill’s negative impacts is still unclear. We are actively analyzing HB1184 and working quickly with legal and policy experts to understand the harm it may cause,” Williams said in her statement. “What is clear is this: legislation rooted in fear and political opportunism puts real people at risk. Our organization stands with unwavering support for the LGBTQIA2S+ community, now and always." - Susan Williams, Executive Director, Transformation Project and Transformation Project Advocacy Network.

Read the full article from KELO here.

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