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SD SB62

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Commerce and Energy

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • No new Class B electrician licenses will be issued after July 1, 2026
  • Existing Class B electricians licensed before July 1, 2026 may continue to hold and use their licenses
  • Class B electricians require 36 months of experience in wiring, installing, and repairing electrical apparatus, compared to 48 months (4 years) required for journeyman electricians
  • Apprentice electricians may still train under existing Class B electricians employed by the same entity
  • Introduced at the request of the State Electrical Commission

Legislative Description

Discontinue the issuance of new Class B electrician licenses.

Professions and Occupations

Last Action

Senate Do Pass, Failed, YEAS 14, NAYS 20. S.J. 114

1/26/2026

Committee Referrals

Commerce and Energy1/13/2026

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