1-33B-14. Functions of Governor's Office of Economic Development.
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The Governor's Office of Economic Development may perform the following functions:
(1)Advise the Governor on policy matters related to production, allocation, planning, research, development and conservation of energy;
(2)Act as the representative for the State of South Dakota in coordination with federal agencies concerned with energy;
(3)Implement federal energy programs sponsored by the State of South Dakota;
(4)Formulate energy policies and programs to guide the management of energy resources and use within the State of South Dakota;
(5)Coordinate with other agencies and departments of state government concerned with the effects of energy policies and programs;
(6)Collect, analyze, and disseminate information on energy policies and programs;
(7)Promote, through the development and implementation of plans, the conservation of energy resources by all energy consumers, including state and local government;
(8)Evaluate and recommend public policies relative to energy development and distribution which have an impact on South Dakota;
(9)Represent the Governor and the State of South Dakota in regard to national, regional, and state organizations concerned with energy consumption, development, and distribution;
(10)Establish plans and programs, within the established federal guidelines, concerning the use and distribution of the petroleum violation escrow funds, federal funds, or other funds;
(11)Implement energy conservation loan, lease, and grant programs utilizing the petroleum violation escrow funds, federal funds, or other funds; and
(12)Perform such other duties as may be delegated by the Governor.