SDCL § 34-21-1: State policy as to uses of radiation and uranium resources.

Whereas radiation and uranium resources can be instrumental in the improvement of health, welfare, and productivity of the public if properly utilized and developed, and may impair the health of the people and the industrial and agricultural potentials of the state if improperly utilized or developed, it is hereby declared to be the public policy of this state to encourage the constructive uses of radiation, proper development of uranium resources, and control of any associated harmful effects.