This bill aims to enhance the protection of member information within the South Dakota Retirement System by defining what constitutes "member information." It specifies that this term includes any data collected, prepared, or received by the system that relates to a member, while explicitly excluding data that cannot be linked to a specific member. This clarification is intended to strengthen the confidentiality of sensitive information held by the system.

Additionally, the bill amends existing law regarding the confidentiality of member information. It maintains that member information is confidential and can only be disclosed under certain conditions: to the member or with their consent, for necessary administrative purposes related to the system, or in compliance with a judicial or administrative order. These amendments are designed to ensure that member information is adequately protected while allowing for necessary disclosures in specific circumstances.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/08/2025: 3-12C-215
Enrolled, 02/10/2025: 3-12C-215