establish a task force for the purpose of studying aquatic invasive species infestations, to make an appropriation therefor, and to declare an emergency.

Summary

The bill would form the Aquatic Invasive Species Task Force, composed of legislators, agency officials, scientists and representatives from NGOs, tribal organizations, and industry, to assess the damage and costs of invasive water species in South Dakota. It appropriates $50,000 from the general fund for the task force’s work and requires a report to the Legislative Research Council by November 30, 2026. An emergency declaration makes the act effective immediately.

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