clarify the definition of backup electric generation.
SB 193 clarifies the definition of "backup electric generation" in South Dakota law, specifically defining it as temporary, grid-isolated power used only when primary electricity sources fail. This definition directly affects electric utilities, the Public Utilities Commission (referred to as "Commission" in the bill), and regulatory processes for energy facilities. The key mechanism is amending Section 49-41B-2(3) to explicitly state that backup generation is not interconnected with the grid and serves as a temporary replacement for primary power. This change ensures regulatory clarity for the Commission when reviewing facility permits and expansions. The bill does not alter existing requirements but provides a clear standard for future regulatory decisions.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Feb 2026
Senate Passage
Feb 2026
House Passage
Governor
Introduced Jan 29, 2026
Last action Feb 23, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
9
Key actions
5
Committee
2
Amendments
1
Feb 23, 2026
Upper · Passed
Intent to reconsider , Passed, S.J. 364
upper
Feb 23, 2026
Upper · Passed
Senate Do Pass Amended , Passed, YEAS 17, NAYS 17 S.J. 363
upper
Feb 23, 2026
Introduced
Senate Motion to amend , Passed, S.J. 363 Amendment 193C
upper
Feb 23, 2026
Upper · Passed
Senate Reconsidered , Passed, YEAS 17, NAYS 17 S.J. 355
upper
Feb 20, 2026
Upper · Passed
Intent to reconsider , Passed, S.J. 344
upper
Feb 19, 2026
Upper · Passed
Commerce and Energy Do Pass , Passed, YEAS 5, NAYS 3
upper
Jan 29, 2026
Introduced
First read in Senate and referred to Senate Commerce and Energy S.J. 138
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Casey Crabtree
RRepublican
Ask Maddy
·
AI policy assistant
Ask Maddy about SB 193
Scope: SD
Hi! I can help you understand SB 193. What would you like to know?
Try one of these
i
Maddy answers using official bill text and legislative records. Always verify before sharing.
Sources cited inline