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exempt law enforcement from the requirements to be licensed as commercial drivers.

HB1042 removes the requirement that law enforcement officers obtain a commercial driver's license (CDL) when operating police vehicles for official duties. Currently, officers must get a CDL like other commercial drivers; this bill allows them to drive police vehicles without that license requirement.

provide for cooperation with federal officials in matters of immigration.

HB1172 allows South Dakota law enforcement to cooperate with federal immigration officials and permits state and local authorities to enforce federal immigration laws. The bill removes restrictions that previously limited how much state and local police could work with federal immigration agencies, making it easier for them to report immigration violations and assist with deportation efforts.

revise the authority of Department of Revenue special agents.

# SB25 Summary SB25 expands the powers of special agents working for South Dakota's Department of Revenue, allowing them to investigate a broader range of tax violations and financial crimes. The bill clarifies what authority these agents have when conducting investigations and gathering evidence, making it easier for them to pursue cases involving tax evasion and related offenses.

revise certain provisions pertaining to the disqualification of commercial driver license holders for failure to consent to chemical analyses.

SB12 changes the rules for when the state can suspend a commercial driver's license (CDL) if a driver refuses to take a breath or blood test during a DUI stop. The bill revises what counts as a valid refusal and adjusts the penalties or procedures for CDL holders who don't consent to chemical testing. This affects truck drivers and other commercial vehicle operators who face stricter licensing requirements than regular drivers.

prohibit the use of certain electronic devices while driving.

# HB1088 Summary HB1088 expands South Dakota's distracted driving law to prohibit drivers from holding or using handheld electronic devices (like phones) while operating a vehicle, with limited exceptions for navigation, emergency calls, and devices mounted on the dashboard. The law applies to all drivers and includes penalties for violations. This creates a new primary offense for handheld device use, meaning police can stop and cite drivers solely for this violation without needing another traffic infraction.

revise provisions regarding training on missing and murdered indigenous persons.

# HB1238 Summary This bill updates South Dakota's requirements for training law enforcement officers on how to respond to and investigate cases involving missing and murdered Indigenous persons. The changes ensure officers have current, effective training to handle these sensitive cases appropriately.