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SD HB1267
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/4/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jana Hunt
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AI Summary
- Expands mandatory livestock ownership inspection from 22 western South Dakota counties to all 66 counties statewide, effective July 1, 2029
- Removes the existing petition process that allowed counties to join or withdraw from the inspection area
- Requires the Brand Board to conduct outreach and education to counties not previously under inspection requirements before the 2029 transition
- Eliminates the residency requirement that three of five Brand Board members reside in the inspection area, while maintaining the requirement that three members derive major income from livestock and own registered brands
- Repeals provisions for "open market" designations and shipper's permits that allowed livestock to bypass point-of-origin inspections when shipped to designated markets
Legislative Description
Require statewide livestock ownership inspection.
Fees
Last Action
Agriculture and Natural Resources Deferred to the 41st legislative day, Passed, YEAS 8, NAYS 4. H.J. 19
2/12/2026
Committee Referrals
Agriculture and Natural Resources2/4/2026
Full Bill Text
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