This bill introduces new annual fees for concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs) and establishes a water pollution control permit application fee in South Dakota. Specifically, it mandates an annual fee based on the maximum permitted number of animals for operations with a water pollution control permit that includes a nutrient management plan, with specific rates set for various types of livestock. Additionally, it sets a flat annual fee of one thousand dollars for permitted livestock auctions and a fee of two hundred fifty dollars for large CAFOs located out of state or in Indian country that manage manure or wastewater on state land. The fees will accrue annually on July 1st, with payment due by September 30th.

Furthermore, the bill establishes a concentrated animal feeding operation administrative subfund within the environment and natural resources fee fund to manage the collected fees and other related revenues. It also imposes a water pollution control permit application fee of six hundred dollars for various types of permit applications, which will be deposited into the newly created subfund. The bill repeals existing language in 34A-2-125, streamlining the regulatory framework for CAFOs and enhancing the state's ability to manage environmental impacts associated with these operations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/08/2025: 34A-2-125
House Agriculture and Natural Resources Engrossed, 02/04/2025: 34A-2-125
Enrolled, 03/05/2025: 34A-2-125