This bill amends South Dakota's irrigation district law by modifying the residency requirements for directors. Specifically, it allows directors to reside not only within the district but also within a twenty-five-mile radius of the district boundary, as stipulated by the district bylaws.

The amendment to section 46A-4-27 clarifies that each director must be an elector of the division they represent or an elector of the district if elected at large, while also expanding the permissible residency area for directors. This change aims to provide greater flexibility in the selection of directors for irrigation districts, potentially broadening the pool of candidates eligible for these positions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/24/2025: 46A-4-27
Enrolled, 02/24/2025: 46A-4-27