This bill amends several sections of South Dakota law regarding the licensing and inspection fees for plumbers and related professions. It establishes that the commission will set initial application fees, examination fees, license fees, and renewal fees for various plumbing-related licenses, with specific maximum amounts outlined for each type of fee. For instance, the initial application fee cannot exceed sixty dollars, while the license renewal fee is capped at three hundred dollars. Additionally, the bill specifies the plumbing inspection fee structure, which includes a plumbing installation certificate fee and a plumbing permit fee, with maximum amounts set for different types of dwellings.

Furthermore, the bill allows for the registration of nonresident applicants without examination if they meet equivalent regulatory standards from their home state. It also introduces provisions for apprentice licensing, including fees for initial applications and renewals, as well as a definition for "underground irrigation" to clarify the scope of the regulations. Overall, the amendments aim to streamline the fee-setting process and ensure that the fees remain within specified limits to promote accessibility and compliance within the plumbing profession.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/03/2025: 36-25-19, 36-25-19.1, 36-25-21, 36-25-24, 36-25-24.1
Enrolled, 03/05/2025: 36-25-19, 36-25-19.1, 36-25-21, 36-25-24, 36-25-24.1