HC 8026 South Dakota House · 2026 Regular Session

recognizing the nonprofit Oaye Luta Okolakiciye "Moving Forward in a Sacred Way."

This bill is a legislative commemoration that formally recognizes the nonprofit organization Oaye Luta Okolakiciye, known as "Moving Forward in a Sacred Way." The resolution acknowledges the organization's work in providing trauma-informed care to Lakota communities in South Dakota by integrating Lakota spirituality, language, and kinship systems into behavioral health services. It highlights the group's volunteer-driven approach to supporting families and promoting cultural continuity on reservations and in surrounding areas. The bill does not change laws or allocate funding but serves to honor the organization's contributions to Lakota wellness and community stability.
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Mar 2026
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Introduced Mar 4, 2026 Last action Mar 4, 2026
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Introduced Enrolled · 3 edits · Mar 10, 2026
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The bill was converted from a placeholder webpage to a formal legislative commemoration recognizing the nonprofit Oaye Luta Okolakiciye. The text was completely rewritten to include sponsors, a formal title, and three 'Whereas' clauses explaining the organization's mission and impact.
Scope change
The bill's scope changed from a non-functional webpage template to a substantive legislative resolution commemorating a specific nonprofit organization.
SCOPE

Added formal legislative structure including bill number, sponsors, and official title.

DEFINITION

Defined the recognized organization as Oaye Luta Okolakiciye, a Lakota nonprofit focused on trauma-informed care and cultural healing.

REQUIREMENT

Established state recognition of the organization's contributions to Lakota wellness and cultural continuity.

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