An Act to authorize the construction and operation of a nursing home facility in Moody County, South Dakota, and to declare an emergency.

Be it enacted by the Legislature of the State of South Dakota:

Section 1. That a NEW SECTION be added:

34-12-39.7. Authorization to construct new nursing facility in Moody County.

Notwithstanding the provisions of §§ 34-12-35.4 and 34-12-39.2, a new nursing facility may be constructed and operated on the Flandreau Santee Sioux Reservation in Moody County, South Dakota. The nursing facility must meet the specifications of this chapter for a licensed nursing facility to participate in the Medicaid program. The number of beds in the new facility may not exceed fifty.

Section 2. Whereas, this Act is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, or safety, an emergency is hereby declared to exist, and this Act shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and approval.