establish principles for a state agency to consider when formulating or implementing a program that has the potential of affecting tribal members on a reservation.

Summary

The bill mandates that any South Dakota state agency drafting or implementing a policy or rule with direct tribal implications must record its adherence to five specific principles. It applies to tribal members living on reservations and aims to ensure cooperation, respect for tribal sovereignty, early communication, accountability, and preservation of the tribal‑state relationship. By formalizing these steps, the law seeks to strengthen government‑to‑government relations with Indian tribes.

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