This bill amends existing provisions regarding the compensation of recount board members in South Dakota. Specifically, it modifies Section 12-21-4 to establish that the recount referee will receive compensation equivalent to that of court-appointed counsel, while the other two members of the recount board will receive compensation determined by the governing body of the jurisdiction where the election takes place.

Additionally, Section 12-21-4.1 is amended to ensure that each member of the recount board is reimbursed for mileage incurred while traveling to the recount from their residence, at a rate established pursuant to existing law (3-9-1). These changes aim to clarify and standardize the compensation structure for recount board members, ensuring fair remuneration for their service during election recounts.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/28/2025: 12-21-4, 12-21-4.1
Enrolled, 03/05/2025: 12-21-4, 12-21-4.1