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South Dakota State Legislation

2026–2026 Session
Budget bill funds schools and health services
Lawmakers would fund general and special education aid and reduce the owner-occupied levy for 2027. The bill also directs $9 million for opioid grants and partially restores TANF benefits.
Signed by the Governor on March 30, 2026 H.J. 578
Commemoration honors Lakota wellness group
Lawmakers would pass a commemorative bill recognizing Oaye Luta Okolakiciye for Lakota wellness and cultural continuity.
H.J. 517
Legislature honors Lakota child welfare leader
The Legislature would honor Barbara Dull Knife for child welfare advocacy and Lakota leadership.
H.J. 517
Legislature to honor high school athlete
Lawmakers in the South Dakota Legislature would formally recognize Marvin Richard III for his high school athletic career. The measure is a commemorative recognition and currently listed as in progress.
H.J. 517
Eagles honored for championship season
A resolution would recognize Wall High School Eagles as 2025 Class 9A state champions. It commends players, coaches, staff, and the community.
S.J. 471
Senate honors Lakota student-athlete leader
Senate would formally commemorate Ashlan Carlow-Blount for athletics and academics.
S.J. 471
Senate honors Lakota leader Joseph Marshall III
South Dakota Senate would honor Lakota leader Joseph Marshall III with a commemorative resolution.
S.J. 471
Legislature honors local economic group
South Dakota Legislature recognizes Wall Economic Development Corporation's 10th anniversary with a commemorative resolution.
S.J. 471
Commemoration honors Dave Bonde's service
Lawmakers would formally recognize Dave Bonde for leading the Fort Pierre Development Corporation and serving as Senate sergeant-at-arms.
S.J. 471
Buffalo Return Commemoration Honors Tribes
Resolution would recognize the buffalo’s return to Oceti Sakowin and other tribal lands, honoring tribal nations and partners. It contains no duties, funding, or enforcement powers.
S.J. 471