The bill amends South Dakota's law regarding the process for filling vacancies on the board of county commissioners. It specifies that when a vacancy occurs, the remaining board members must appoint a suitable person to fill the vacancy from the district where it occurs. The bill introduces a new timeframe, stating that the board has thirty-five days to fill the vacancy or until the conclusion of the second regular meeting after the vacancy occurs, whichever is later.

Additionally, the bill clarifies the role of the county auditor in the event that there is an even number of remaining county commissioners. In such cases, the county auditor must act as a member of the board to assist in filling the vacancy. This amendment aims to streamline the process and ensure that vacancies are addressed in a timely manner.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/22/2025: 3-4-4