In the event of an accident resulting in a spill or leakage of a hazardous material, the motor carrier or the first law enforcement officer to arrive at the scene of the accident shall immediately contact the Department of Public Safety. The Department of Public Safety shall coordinate all actions in response to a spill or leakage of a hazardous material.

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Source: SL 1981, ch 241, § 4; SDCL Supp, § 32-9-51; SL 1984, ch 309, § 5; SL 2006, ch 235, § 2.