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SD HB1265

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

3/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Kevin Jensen

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends South Dakota law (§ 41-11-7) to create an exception allowing salvage of certain bird eggs that are otherwise protected
  • Requires individuals to hold a migratory bird special purpose salvage permit issued by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service under 50 C.F.R. § 21.95
  • Prohibits salvage of eggs from bird species whose taking or killing is prohibited at all times (fully protected species)
  • Maintains existing prohibition making unauthorized taking, possession, or destruction of protected bird nests or eggs a Class 2 misdemeanor

Legislative Description

Authorize the salvage of certain bird eggs.

Hunting

Last Action

Signed by the Governor on March 12, 2026 H.J. 571

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Agriculture and Natural Resources2/12/2026
Agriculture and Natural Resources2/4/2026

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