This bill requires mining operations that conduct ore milling to obtain a state permit before operating, bringing milling facilities under South Dakota's mining permitting system for the first time. The change expands the definition of "affected land" in mining law to include areas disturbed by milling operations, ensuring these facilities face the same regulatory oversight and reclamation requirements as traditional mines.
This bill does not directly amend codified state law.
Signed by the Governor H.J. 478
Delivered to the Governor H.J. 398
Signed by the President S.J. 344
Signed by the Speaker H.J. 354
Senate Do Pass Passed, YEAS 33, NAYS 0. S.J. 304
Agriculture and Natural Resources Certified uncontested, placed on consent
Agriculture and Natural Resources Do Pass Passed, YEAS 6, NAYS 0.
Agriculture and Natural Resources Scheduled for hearing
First read in Senate and referred to Senate Agriculture and Natural Resources S.J. 158
House of Representatives Do Pass Passed, YEAS 70, NAYS 0. H.J. 167
Agriculture and Natural Resources Certified uncontested, placed on consent
Agriculture and Natural Resources Do Pass Passed, YEAS 13, NAYS 0.
Agriculture and Natural Resources Scheduled for hearing
First read in House and referred to House Agriculture and Natural Resources H.J. 1
Agriculture and Natural Resources — Do Pass
Agriculture and Natural Resources — Do Pass