The bill amends existing provisions related to the service of process for counties and boards of county commissioners in South Dakota. Specifically, it revises the process for appealing decisions made by the board, stating that appeals must be taken within twenty days after the publication of the board's decision. The bill clarifies that written notice of the appeal should be served as outlined in subdivision 15-6-4(d)(2)(i), and it specifies that the county auditor is responsible for preparing a complete transcript of the board's proceedings and delivering it to the clerk of courts after the required bond and fees are paid.

Additionally, the bill updates the service of process for public corporations, particularly counties, by allowing service to be made upon any county administrator, auditor, commissioner, executive, or registered agent of the county or board of county commissioners. This change ensures that service upon these individuals constitutes valid service upon the county and the board of county commissioners. The amendments aim to streamline the process and clarify the responsibilities of various officials involved in the service of process.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 02/04/2026: 7-8-29