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South Dakota GOP Governor Kristi Noem “Excited” to Sign Anti-Trans Athlete Bill

HeadlineMar 09, 2021

South Dakota’s Republican Governor Kristi Noem said Monday she’s “excited” to sign a bill barring transgender women and girls from competing in high school and college sports. Mississippi Republican Governor Tate Reeves has promised to sign similar legislation in his state. South Dakota’s ACLU chapter responded, “The danger this legislation creates is real. The potential harm to South Dakota is significant, and the stakes for transgender students are high. Kids are hurting.”

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