This bill amends South Dakota's irrigation district law to expand the residency requirements for directors. Currently, each director must reside within the district or within twenty-five miles of the district boundary, as specified by the district bylaws. The proposed amendment allows for greater flexibility in the residency of directors, potentially broadening the pool of candidates eligible for election.

The specific legal language being amended is found in section 46A-4-27, which outlines the qualifications for directors. The bill maintains the requirement that each director must be an elector of the division they represent or an elector of the district if elected at large, ensuring that directors remain accountable to the constituents they serve.

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