Environment

SB 38 increases annual fees for certain concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs) in South Dakota that process manure or wastewater under water pollution permits. It raises fees per animal for specific livestock, including dairy cows ($0.43 from $0.17), other cattle/bison ($0.30 from $0.12), and horses ($0.60 from $0.24). The bill directly affects CAFOs operating under water pollution control permits, excluding livestock auctions, out-of-state operations, and Indian country. The changes modify existing fee rates in Section 34A-2-125.1 of South Dakota law.