This bill amends existing legislation regarding the procedures for adopting, amending, or repealing permanent rules by agencies in South Dakota. Specifically, it modifies Section 1-26-4 to clarify the requirements for serving various documents, including the agency financial resource information, to the appropriate officials and committees. The bill stipulates that agencies must provide a comprehensive set of documents, including proposed rules and fiscal notes, at least twenty days before a public hearing. Additionally, it outlines the process for public hearings, including the opportunity for interested parties to submit comments and the requirements for maintaining a record of these comments.

Furthermore, the bill amends Section 1-26-4.8 to specify that when an agency proposes a rule to increase a fee, it must provide detailed financial information to the Interim Rules Review Committee and code counsel. This information includes the agency's financial status over the past two fiscal years and projections for the current and next fiscal years. The amendments aim to enhance transparency and ensure that financial implications are adequately considered during the rulemaking process.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/06/2026: 1-26-4, 1-26-4.8
Senate State Affairs Engrossed, 01/16/2026: 1-26-4, 1-26-4.8
Enrolled, 01/28/2026: 1-26-4, 1-26-4.8