Restricts deference to state agency interpretations of statutes, rules, or policies in South Dakota.

South Dakota SB134 amends the state's judicial review process by limiting the deference courts and hearing officers can give to state agency interpretations of statutes, rules, or policies. Instead, courts and hearing officers must interpret these documents independently, de novo, and resolve any remaining doubt in favor of interpretations that align with individuals' fundamental constitutional rights. This change applies to actions involving state agencies.

Restricts deference to state agency interpretations of statutes, rules, or policies in South Dakota.

South Dakota SB134 amends the state's judicial review process by limiting the deference courts and hearing officers can give to state agency interpretations of statutes, rules, or policies. Instead, courts and hearing officers must interpret these documents independently, de novo, and resolve any remaining doubt in favor of interpretations that align with individuals' fundamental constitutional rights. This change applies to actions involving state agencies.