SB25

Update provisions related to the permit application process for proposed energy and transmission facilities.

Complete·3/4/26

Updates permit application process for energy and transmission facilities in South Dakota.

This bill amends the permit application process for energy and transmission facilities in South Dakota. It requires utilities to post signs at the proposed facility site and mandates the Public Utilities Commission to designate an affected area and a local review committee. The committee must assess the potential social and economic effects of the proposed facility, including temporary and permanent alternatives in various areas such as housing, education, and waste disposal. The applicant must provide necessary information to the committee and the commission.

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Roll Call Votes

61 Yea

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5 Nay

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4 Absent

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Calendar

Feb 23

12:00 AM

House Commerce and Energy Hearing

Feb 9

12:00 AM

House Commerce and Energy Hearing

History

Mar 4

Senate

Signed by the Governor on March 04, 2026 S.J. 452

Mar 2

Senate

Delivered to the Governor on March 02, 2026 S.J. 422

Feb 26

House

Signed by the Speaker H.J. 462