The bill amends the membership composition of the Animal Industry Board in South Dakota to include a poultry producer among its members. Specifically, it updates the existing law to ensure that one of the eight appointed members is designated as a poultry producer, alongside representatives from other sectors such as cattle, sheep, livestock feeding, hog production, dairy, and veterinary practice. This change aims to enhance the representation of poultry interests within the board, reflecting the importance of this sector in the state's agricultural landscape.

Additionally, the bill clarifies the definitions related to livestock and poultry within the legal framework. It specifies that the terms "livestock," "domestic animals," and "nondomestic animal" will now explicitly include poultry, which encompasses various types of birds raised in captivity, such as chickens, turkeys, ducks, and geese, while excluding pigeons and doves. These amendments are intended to modernize the board's structure and ensure comprehensive representation of all significant agricultural sectors in South Dakota.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/29/2025: 40-3-2, 40-3-3
Senate Agriculture and Natural Resources Engrossed, 02/13/2025: 40-3-2, 40-3-3, 40-3-10
Enrolled, 03/11/2025: 40-3-2, 40-3-3, 40-3-10