HB1049

This bill creates a new education requirement for used vehicle dealers in South Dakota. Anyone applying for a used vehicle dealer license must now complete at least 8 hours of pre-licensing education courses, and licensed dealers must complete at least 4 hours of continuing education each year to renew their license (though those who completed pre-licensing education within the past year are exempt from the annual requirement). The South Dakota Independent Automobile Dealers Association will develop the curriculum for these courses in consultation with the state department.