This bill expands conservation officers' authority to enforce more types of crimes in state parks and requires the Department of Game, Fish and Parks to provide 24-hour emergency dispatch services during the summer season (May 15 through September 30). The bill also gives conservation officers the power to investigate vehicle accidents on state park property and file required reports, treating them the same as other law enforcement officers when performing these duties. These changes aim to improve emergency response and public safety in South Dakota's state parks during peak visitor season.
Agriculture and Natural Resources Deferred to the 41st legislative day Passed, YEAS 7, NAYS 0. S.J. 15
Agriculture and Natural Resources Scheduled for hearing S.J. 1
First read in Senate and referred to Senate Agriculture and Natural Resources S.J. 123
Julie Frye-Mueller
Prime sponsor · Sen.
R
Agriculture and Natural Resources — Deferred to the 41st legislative day