HB1219

Require the provision of interpreter or translator services for parties to an administrative contested case.

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South Dakota HB1219 mandates interpreter or translator services for parties in administrative contested cases.

South Dakota HB1219 requires agencies to provide and compensate interpreters or translators for parties in contested case proceedings. The bill ensures that agencies procure disinterested interpreters or translators, compensate them for their services, and allow them to inspect evidence, examine and cross-examine witnesses, and present evidence. The prevailing party in a contested case may recover expenditures for interpreter or translator services.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

30 Yea

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2 Nay

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3 Absent

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Calendar

Feb 24

12:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

Feb 11

12:00 AM

House Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 9

House

Signed by the Governor on March 09, 2026 H.J. 534

Mar 3

House

Delivered to the Governor on March 03, 2026 H.J. 480

Mar 2

Senate

Signed by the President S.J. 434