An Act to revise certain driver licensing requirements to allow for an extension during a statewide emergency or disaster and to declare an emergency.
Be it enacted by the Legislature of the State of South Dakota:
Section 1. During a statewide emergency or disaster declared by the Governor under the authority in chapter 34-48A, the secretary of public safety may order the extension of the expiration date for an operator's license, motorcycle operator's license, restricted minor's permit, motorcycle restricted minor's permit, or nondriver identification card for a period not to exceed the duration of the Governor's emergency or disaster declaration plus an additional ninety days. The extension applies notwithstanding the provisions of §§ 32-12-17.2, 32-12-42, 32-12-42.1, and 32-12-42.2.
Section 2. During a statewide emergency or disaster declared by the Governor under the authority in chapter 34-48A, the secretary of public safety may order the extension of the expiration date for a commercial driver license or commercial learner's permit issued under this chapter and otherwise eligible for renewal for a period not to exceed the duration of the Governor's emergency or disaster declaration plus an additional ninety days. The extension applies notwithstanding the provisions of §§ 32-12A-12, 32-12A-13, and 32-12A-30.
Section 3. This Act is repealed on July 1, 2021.
Section 4. Whereas, this Act is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, or safety, an emergency is hereby declared to exist, and this Act shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and approval.
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