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In a move to enhance online privacy protections for its residents, South Dakota passed a new internet law on September 14, 2025. The law, known as the South Dakota Online Privacy Protection Act, aims to regulate how companies collect, use, and disclose personal information online.Under the new law, companies operating in South Dakota are required to provide users with clear and easily accessible information about their privacy practices. This includes clearly stating what types of personal information are being collected, how it is being used, and whether it is being shared with third parties. Companies must also obtain explicit consent from users before collecting any personal information and must provide users with the option to opt out of having their data collected.Additionally, the South Dakota Online Privacy Protection Act includes provisions to safeguard children's online privacy. Companies are prohibited from collecting personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent, and they must take steps to ensure that any data collected from children is kept secure and confidential.In a statement, Governor Sarah Anderson praised the new law as a significant step towards strengthening online privacy protections in the state. She emphasized the importance of ensuring that South Dakota residents have control over their personal information online and expressed her hope that other states would follow suit in enacting similar legislation.The passing of the South Dakota Online Privacy Protection Act comes amid growing concerns about the misuse of personal data by tech companies and the need for stronger privacy regulations. The law is set to go into effect on January 1, 2026, giving companies time to adjust their practices to comply with the new requirements.Overall, the new internet law represents a positive development in the efforts to protect online privacy rights for South Dakota residents and sets a precedent for other states to follow in enacting similar legislation.