HB1122

Provide for the licensure of certain fishing guides, and to provide a penalty therefor.

Introduced·1/23/26
Introduced Text

Establishes requirements for licensing fishing guides in South Dakota, including fees and penalties for unlicensed activity.

The bill mandates that individuals acting as fishing guides in South Dakota must obtain an annual license from the Department of Game, Fish and Parks. To be eligible, applicants must meet certain criteria, such as being at least eighteen years old and holding general liability insurance. The Department will charge a fee of $150 for residents and $300 for nonresidents. The bill also outlines circumstances under which a license may be denied, suspended, or revoked, such as prior convictions or violations related to fishing or guiding.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

0
2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

10 Yea

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3 Nay

DRR

Calendar

Feb 5

12:00 AM

House Agriculture and Natural Resources Hearing

History

Feb 5

House

Scheduled for hearing H.J. 1

Feb 5

House

Agriculture and Natural Resources Motion to amend, Passed H.J. 15 Amendment 1122A

Feb 5

House

Agriculture and Natural Resources Do Pass Amended, Failed, YEAS 3, NAYS 10. H.J. 15