This bill amends South Dakota law to require the attorney general to publish an explanation of the state's open meeting laws on their website annually before January 1st. This new duty is added as item (13) to the responsibilities of the attorney general outlined in section 1-11-1. Additionally, the bill introduces a new section to chapter 1-25, mandating that any agency or political subdivision required to provide public notice of its meetings must annually review the attorney general's published explanation of the open meeting laws during an official meeting.

Furthermore, the agencies or subdivisions are required to document this review in their official meeting minutes, ensuring accountability and compliance with the open meeting laws. This legislation aims to enhance transparency and understanding of open meeting laws among state agencies and the public.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/15/2025: 1-11-1
Senate Local Government Engrossed, 01/22/2025: 1-11-1
Enrolled, 02/04/2025: 1-11-1