SDCL § 36-19-12: State Board of Funeral Service--Powers.

The board may:

(1) Issue and renew licenses, as provided in this chapter;

(2) Issue subpoenas, examine witnesses, administer oaths, conduct hearings and, at its discretion, investigate allegations of violations of this chapter, and impose penalties for such violations;

(3) Enter into contracts and employ necessary personnel to carry out its responsibilities under this chapter;

(4) Communicate disciplinary actions to state and federal authorities and to other state funeral director licensing authorities; and

(5) Perform other duties as necessary to administer this chapter.