This bill authorizes boards of county commissioners in South Dakota to establish policies for investigating allegations of misconduct involving county departments, employees, and officers. A new section is added to chapter 7-8, allowing these boards to create investigatory and oversight policies that must include specific procedures for addressing various forms of misconduct, such as abuse of authority, chronic absenteeism, and conflicts of interest.

The bill outlines several requirements for the policies adopted by the boards. These include designating investigators, ensuring at least one investigator is external to the department under investigation, maintaining confidentiality and due process standards, and adhering to existing legal processes related to officer removal. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance accountability and transparency within county operations.