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SD HB1226
SD HB1226Authorize boards of county commissioners to adopt policies for investigating allegations of misconduct of county departments, employees, and officers.
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Introduced
01/29/2026
01/29/2026
In Committee
01/29/2026
01/29/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act to authorize boards of county commissioners to adopt policies for investigating allegations of misconduct of county departments, employees, and officers.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes boards of county commissioners, which are the governing bodies of counties, to create their own rules and procedures for investigating complaints of misconduct against county departments, employees, and officers. If a county board decides to implement such a policy, it must outline specific steps for investigating allegations of wrongdoing, such as abuse of authority, conflicts of interest, or neglect of duties, and must ensure that at least one investigator is not from the department being investigated. The policy also needs to include guidelines for keeping investigations confidential and ensuring fair treatment for everyone involved, and must follow existing state laws regarding the removal of officers.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Local Government Deferred to the 41st legislative day, Passed, YEAS 11, NAYS 1. (on 02/05/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://sdlegislature.gov/#/Session/Bill/27149 |
| House Local Government Amendment 1226A | https://mylrc.sdlegislature.gov/api/Documents/301496.pdf |
| BillText | https://mylrc.sdlegislature.gov/api/Documents/299470.pdf |
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