Department of Social Services



Social Services - Medical Services


The rule changes seek to clarify current coverage and program requirements and add a definition of licensed marriage and family therapist working toward a mental health designation to align with recent changes with the Board of Addiction and Prevention Professionals.

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:
08/14/2026
08/24/2026


Agency Contact: Teresa Schulte mail to: DSSAdminRules@STATE.SD.US