HB 1067 has been signed into law

Today, Governor Noem signed into law HB 1067, a bill I introduced in the House. The bill modifies and streamlines the process for couples when applying for a marriage license. Now, couples applying for a license will only need to provide a photo id and no longer need to show a birth certificate. It also provides direction and clarity for name changes that occur when applying for the marriage license.

This law will bring clarity and make the process easier for the applicants and the Register of Deeds.