A provision in a contract is void and unenforceable if it in any way:

(1) Coerces, compels, or attempts to compel a pregnant woman to undergo an abortion;

Terms Used In South Dakota Codified Laws 53-9-13

  • Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
  • Obligation: An order placed, contract awarded, service received, or similar transaction during a given period that will require payments during the same or a future period.

(2) Results in a breach of any term of the contract if a pregnant woman refuses to undergo an abortion; or

(3) Results in the pregnant woman assuming any cost, obligation, or responsibility for refusing to undergo an abortion.

Source: SL 2021, ch 206, § 1.