Some South Dakota Schools Conflicted over New Disclosure Law

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) - School administrators in South Dakota are struggling to interpret the state's new conflict disclosure law, saying it's confusing and overly broad.

The law spurred by recent state scandals went into effect this month. It requires school board members and administrators to disclose when contracts could lead to a personal conflict of interest.

Harrisburg Superintendent Jim Holbeck tells the Argus Leader there's been little guidance from the state on implementation.

Brandon Valley School Board President Renee Ullom says the district is telling its board members and administrators to be as transparent as possible to avoid being "really, really sorry."

The Associated School Boards of South Dakota submitted a list of questions about the law to the attorney general's office. A spokeswoman says the office is in the process of responding.

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