Any producer desiring a refund of an assessment paid under this chapter must himself make written application to the secretary of the American Dairy Association of South Dakota therefor. Such application may only be made on an annual basis and may only be made within thirty days after July first, of each year on forms provided by the association. Upon receipt of such completed refund application upon such forms, the secretary of the association shall, within thirty days approve the voucher for payment of the net refund due such producer and transmit such voucher to the state auditor.
SDCL 40-31-17