34-21-17. Opinions on construction plans--Information from federal and private entities.

The agency, upon request, shall render opinions concerning plans and specifications on the design and shielding for radiation sources that may be submitted before or after construction, for the purpose of determining the possible radiation hazard. The agency shall request that the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission or other federal agencies submit information pertinent to uranium mining, milling, and exploratory activities to the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources before those activities commence for the purposes of evaluating the potential for release of radiation to the environment. This information may also be submitted by any person, private business, industry, or corporation involved in uranium mining, milling, and exploration.

Source: SL 1957, ch 122, § 4; SDC Supp 1960, § 27.17A04 (8); SL 1967, ch 107, § 2; SL 1980, ch 242, § 8; SL 2021, ch 1 (Ex. Ord. 21-3), § 53, eff. Apr. 19, 2021.