This bill amends several sections of South Dakota law to require that expenditures from the Department of Game, Fish and Parks fund be budgeted through the general appropriation bill. Key amendments include stipulations that any revenue collected from habitat conservation emblems, as well as funds for various programs and acquisitions related to wildlife management, must be deposited into the department's fund and budgeted accordingly. This change aims to enhance financial oversight and ensure that funds are allocated in a transparent manner.

Additionally, the bill repeals a previous section that mandated an informational budget for all funds received by the Department of Game, Fish and Parks, which will now be governed by the new budgeting requirements. The amendments also clarify the sources of funds for various activities, such as habitat improvement and property acquisition, emphasizing that all expenditures must align with the general appropriation process. Overall, the bill seeks to streamline financial management within the department while ensuring accountability in the use of public funds.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/30/2025: 32-5-197, 40-36-9, 41-2-19, 41-2-21, 41-2-22, 41-2-23, 41-2-25, 41-2-29, 41-2-31, 41-2-35, 41-2-35.1, 41-4-2, 41-6-86, 41-13-1