36-35-6.1. Powers of board.
The board may:
(1)Administer, coordinate, and enforce the provisions of this chapter;
(2)Evaluate the qualifications of applicants for licensure and permits and issue and renew licenses and permits;
(3)Maintain the names of persons that meet the qualifications for licensure;
(4)Conduct all disciplinary proceedings under this chapter;
(5)Maintain a record of each complaint received by the board;
(6)Establish standards for the safe and qualified practice of massage therapy;
(7)Report licensing actions and status to relevant state and federal governing bodies as may be required, or as the board deems appropriate; and
(8)Employ or contract with personnel and enter into contracts pursuant to law to carry out the board's responsibilities.
Source: SL 2016, ch 197, ยง19.
Structure South Dakota Codified Laws
Title 36 - Professions and Occupations
Chapter 35 - Massage Therapists
Section 36-35-1 - Definitions.
Section 36-35-2 - Appointment of board members--Terms--Vacancy.
Section 36-35-3 - Resignation of board members--Effective date.
Section 36-35-4 - Selection of officers.
Section 36-35-5 - Meetings of board.
Section 36-35-6 - Quorum--Majority vote.
Section 36-35-6.1 - Powers of board.
Section 36-35-7 - Compensation of board members.
Section 36-35-8 - Display of license--Proof of licensure.
Section 36-35-9 - Use of fees.
Section 36-35-12 - Application for license--Qualifications--Appeal of denial.
Section 36-35-12.1 - Temporary permit.
Section 36-35-12.3 - Expiration of license.
Section 36-35-13 - Unprofessional conduct.
Section 36-35-15 - Applicants licensed in other states.
Section 36-35-16 - Renewal of license.
Section 36-35-17 - Application and license fees.
Section 36-35-18 - Duplicate license.
Section 36-35-18.1 - Inactive status.
Section 36-35-19 - Continuing education requirements.
Section 36-35-20 - Investigation of complaints--Inspections.
Section 36-35-21 - Professional liability insurance coverage.
Section 36-35-22 - Grounds for cancellation, suspension, or revocation of license--Hearing--Appeal.
Section 36-35-23 - Reapplication for cancelled, suspended, or revoked license.