Senate Bill 6 in South Dakota proposes stricter penalties for individuals distributing fentanyl resulting in death.
Sponsored by Republican Sen. David Wheeler, the bill aims to address the growing fentanyl crisis, doubling potential prison sentences to up to 50 years for offenders.
Minnehaha County Sheriff Mike Milstead supports the bill, citing devastating impacts on communities and families.
The measure passed the Senate unanimously and progresses to the House Judiciary Committee for further consideration.