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HB 1238·SD·house

protect financial institutions taking action to prevent the financial exploitation of consenting, senior, or vulnerable adults.

Signed into LawFiled Jan 29, 2026
Sponsor: Heermann
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Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-11

Mar 12, 2026

Summary

The bill lets financial institutions refuse or postpone account actions when they reasonably suspect exploitation of a consenting, senior, or vulnerable adult. It defines key terms, sets limits on how long the block can last, and gives the institutions immunity from liability. The measure aims to give banks a tool to stop abuse while protecting them from lawsuits.

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