South Dakota · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 134: restrict deference to a state agency's interpretation of a state statute, administrative rule, or policy.

Passed one chamber Last action March 4, 2026: Judiciary Deferred to the 41st legislative day , Passed, YEAS 10, NAYS 3

Plain-language summary

SB 134 is a bill introduced in the South Dakota Senate on January 26, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: restrict deference to a state agency's interpretation of a state statute, administrative rule, or policy. Primary sponsor: Sue Peterson (Republican), Al Novstrup (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 4, 2026): Judiciary Deferred to the 41st legislative day , Passed, YEAS 10, NAYS 3.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Sue Peterson (Republican); Al Novstrup (Republican).