The bill amends South Dakota's election law to clarify the role of members of a governing body during the vote canvassing process. Specifically, it mandates that each member of the governing board must name a representative to assist in the official canvass if they are unable to attend. This change ensures that the canvassing process is adequately supported, even in the absence of a board member.

Additionally, the bill introduces a significant restriction by stating that a member of the governing board is prohibited from assisting in the canvass of votes for any office for which they are a candidate. This provision aims to maintain the integrity of the election process by preventing potential conflicts of interest during the vote counting and canvassing stages.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/03/2025: 12-20-36