The bill amends the existing law regarding the subpoena powers of the Government Operations and Audit Committee in South Dakota. It allows the committee to summon witnesses and obtain documents, enhancing its ability to examine records, vouchers, and expenditures related to state government departments. The language clarifies that the committee can issue subpoenas for individuals, documents, or both, and it can enforce these subpoenas using procedures outlined in chapter 21-34 if there is non-compliance.

Additionally, the bill removes the requirement for the Executive Board of the Legislative Research Council to ratify the decision to issue a subpoena, streamlining the process for the committee. This change is intended to empower the committee to act more efficiently in its oversight responsibilities without the need for prior approval from the Executive Board.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/30/2025: 2-6-4