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AED Laws in South Dakota (2026)
Short answer: South Dakota has no statewide school AED mandate today: HB 1073 (2026) CERP/AED bill died in Appropriations. There is no statewide gym AED mandate. Like every state, it gives Good Samaritan immunity to people who use an AED in good faith. Verified 1 Oct 2026 against the state code and the SCA Foundation review.
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South Dakota AED requirements at a glance
| Setting | Status in South Dakota | What we found | Law |
|---|---|---|---|
| K-12 schools | No statewide mandate found | HB 1073 (2026) CERP/AED bill died in Appropriations | None found |
| Gyms and health clubs | No statewide mandate found | Not among the 14 states the SCA Foundation lists | see sources |
| Government buildings | No statewide mandate verified | No state-building mandate verified | none found |
| Private workplaces | No general mandate found | No general private workplace mandate found | none found |
| Good Samaritan immunity | Yes | Protects people who use an AED in good faith | SCA Foundation review of state laws |
AEDs in South Dakota schools
South Dakota has no statewide school AED mandate today. HB 1073 (2026) CERP/AED bill died in Appropriations. Districts and athletic associations can still require one, so check your district policy.
AEDs in South Dakota gyms and health clubs
South Dakota has no statewide AED mandate for gyms or health clubs. Many clubs still keep one because members are high-risk and insurers ask about it.
Workplaces and government buildings in South Dakota
We found no general South Dakota law that requires private employers to have an AED, and no verified mandate for state buildings. Federal OSHA does not require AEDs either, though it encourages employers to consider them. Local fire codes and building codes can add requirements, so check with your local authority.
Good Samaritan protection in South Dakota
Every state protects people who use an AED in good faith from civil liability (SCA Foundation review of state AED laws). Most of these laws expect the AED to be maintained and, in some states, registered with local EMS. A unit with expired pads or a dead battery can weaken the protection.
South Dakota AED law: questions buyers ask
Are AEDs required in South Dakota schools?
South Dakota has no statewide school AED mandate today: HB 1073 (2026) CERP/AED bill died in Appropriations.
Do gyms in South Dakota need an AED?
No. South Dakota has no statewide gym AED mandate.
Is there Good Samaritan protection for AED use in South Dakota?
Yes. South Dakota protects people who use an AED in good faith from civil liability.
Do South Dakota employers have to provide an AED?
No general South Dakota law requires private employers to have one. OSHA encourages AEDs but does not require them.
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Last verified 1 Oct 2026. This page summarises the law for buyers and is not legal advice. Read the statute or ask counsel before you rely on it.