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SD HB1002

Bill

Status

Passed

2/17/2026

Primary Sponsor

Agriculture and Natural Resources

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Department of Public Safety must establish a maximum daily meal allowance for wildland fire employees and fire suppression forces fighting uncontrolled fires within the Black Hills Forest Fire Protection District
  • Allowance also applies outside the District when the Governor has declared an emergency
  • Maximum rate capped at the current U.S. General Services Administration per diem rate for South Dakota
  • Department must publish the updated meal allowance effective October 1st each year
  • Allowance only applies to meals ordered and distributed through department-approved methods

Legislative Description

Revise the daily meal allowance for wildland fire employees and fire suppression forces in certain circumstances.

Public Officers and Employees

Last Action

Signed by the Governor on February 17, 2026 H.J. 326

2/17/2026

Committee Referrals

Agriculture and Natural Resources1/27/2026
Agriculture and Natural Resources1/13/2026

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