ARSD 67:55:04:20. Approval of amounts in excess of payment limits -- Commission approval required

With the exception of an emergency award, the commission may deviate from the limits established in this chapter. The claimant must submit evidence to the commission that substantiates the need for the deviation. Based on the evidence submitted, the commission shall determine whether the deviation is warranted. Within 15 days of the commission's decision, the department shall notify the individual in writing. Under no circumstances may payments exceed the program limits established in SDCL 23A-28B-21.