SDWF Members,
The legislative session here in SD will start next week. Below you will see a few bills that are already in the queue. We will once again be monitoring and updating our membership on any issues of concern or issues we support as we go forward.
2026 Legislative Watch List
HB 1001
- Provide for prescribed burning of state-owned land by a person owning adjoining land and to declare an emergency.
HB 1019
- Remove knowledge and intent from certain actions involving pesticide laws.
HB 1037
- Exempt active-duty members of the armed forces of the United States and veterans from paying a resident fishing license fee.
SB 2
- Provide that a firearm silencer is not a controlled weapon.
SB 16
- Provide for the licensure of fishing and hunting guides, and to provide a penalty therefor.
SB 37
- Make appropriations for water and environmental purposes and to declare an emergency.