This bill changes how county coroners are selected in South Dakota by allowing county commissioners to appoint a coroner instead of requiring voters to elect one. The bill removes coroners from the statewide election laws that currently apply to sheriffs, auditors, and other county officials, giving counties the flexibility to decide whether to elect or appoint their coroner based on population thresholds.
Local Government Tabled Passed, YEAS 7, NAYS 0.
Local Government Scheduled for hearing
First read in Senate and referred to Senate Local Government S.J. 16
Jim Bolin
Prime sponsor · Sen.
R
Cosponsors
Local Government — Tabled