Department of Labor and Regulation



Department of Labor and Regulation, Athletic Commission Rulemaking


These rule changes implement Senate Bill 64 (2026), update the rules to reflect the current policies and processes of the Commission for the safety of contestants, officials, and the public, and provide clarification on current rules for contestants, officials, and promoters.

New content is added below as the draft rules move through the rule-making process.







Important Dates
Public Hearing:
Comment Deadline:
Interim Rules Committee Hearing:
Filed-Secretary of State:
Rule Effective:
08/07/2026
08/04/2026
09/08/2026

Agency Contact: Jerry McCabe mail to: DLRAdminRules@state.sd.us