This bill amends existing laws to clarify and update the responsibilities of the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources and the Department of Public Safety concerning burning and the issuance of burn permits. Specifically, it modifies Section 1-41-4 to delineate the functions of the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources while excluding certain inspection functions and wildland fire responsibilities that are assigned to the Department of Public Safety.

Additionally, the bill amends Sections 34-35-17 and 34-35-18 to refine the authority of the secretary of public safety and their designee in issuing burn permits and conducting controlled burns for forest and range management. The amendments ensure that permits can be issued with necessary conditions to prevent hazards and allow for the revocation of permits if conditions change, thereby enhancing safety measures related to open burning in the Black Hills Forest Fire Protection District.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/03/2025: 1-41-4, 34-35-17, 34-35-18
Enrolled, 02/27/2025: 1-41-4, 34-35-17, 34-35-18