02/17/2026
There are better ways to address this issue… I’d call this number quick to share your voice of opposition to HB 1065.
🚨 House Vote TODAY – HB 1065 🚨
There is still time to act.
Before 2:00 PM CT, call the Capitol at (605) 773-3851 and leave a message for your Representatives.
When you finish your message, politely ask the page to ensure your message is delivered to the House floor.
Legislators need to hear directly from constituents before this vote happens.
To confirm your Representatives and your District, use the official lookup tool:
https://sdlegislature.gov/Legislators/Find
If you need help identifying your District, text the New Approach Team at (605) 299-6982.
📞 What to say (30–45 seconds is enough):
• State your name, town, and District
• Ask Representatives [Name] to vote NO on HB 1065
• Share one short reason this matters to you
Keep it personal. Keep it respectful. Keep it clear.
HB 1065 would put certified patients at risk of criminal charges if they are waiting on a renewal card to arrive. Patients listed as active in the state portal should not face prosecution because of a processing delay outside their control.
Affirmative defense simply ensures legitimate patients can protect themselves in court if needed. It does not excuse illegal conduct — it prevents bureaucratic gaps from becoming felony charges.
Seventy percent of South Dakota voters approved medical cannabis. Patients who comply with the law should not be treated as criminals because the mail hasn’t arrived yet.
Your voice matters — especially today.
