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introduced · South Dakota · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SC 806: commending and honoring the 2025-2026 Outstanding School Administrators of South Dakota: David Olson, Meade, Middle School Principal; Kendra Becker, Redfield, Secondary School Principal; Richie Hutchinson, Sioux Falls, Assistant Middle School Principal; and Kay Bass, Harrisburg, Assistant Secondary School Principal.

This bill (SC 806) is a non-binding legislative commemoration honoring four South Dakota school administrators for their service: David Olson (Meade Middle School Principal), Kendra Becker (Redfield Secondary School Principal), Richie Hutchinson (Sioux Falls Assistant Middle School Principal), and Kay Bass (Harrisburg Assistant Secondary School Principal). It recognizes their combined 88 years of dedication to education, peer-elected "Outstanding School Administrator" status for 2025-2026, and their commitment to improving educational opportunities. The resolution formally names them as official representatives of South Dakota School Administrators. This is purely ceremonial and does not create new laws or affect policies.

Al Novstrup (R) Stephanie Sauder (R) Tim Reisch (R) David Kull (R) Eric Emery (D)

introduced · South Dakota · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SC 805: commending and honoring the 2024-2025 Outstanding School Administrators of South Dakota: Dr. Jeff Danielsen, Watertown, School Superintendent; Bo Beck, Aberdeen, Middle School Principal; Connie Alspach, Dupree, School Business Official; Jay Swatek, Tea, Elementary School Principal; Kelly Messmer, Harding County, Secondary School Principal; Sherri Nelson, Brandon Valley, Curriculum Leader; and Monica Waltman, Douglas, Director of Special Education.

This bill is a ceremonial resolution honoring seven South Dakota school administrators for their service. It commends Dr. Jeff Danielsen (Watertown Superintendent), Bo Beck (Aberdeen Middle School Principal), Connie Alspach (Dupree School Business Official), Jay Swatek (Tea Elementary Principal), Kelly Messmer (Harding County Secondary Principal), Sherri Nelson (Brandon Valley Curriculum Leader), and Monica Waltman (Douglas Director of Special Education). The resolution recognizes their combined 197 years of service and dedication to education. It does not create new laws or policies - it solely provides formal recognition through a legislative commendation.

introduced · South Dakota · Senate Feb 2, 2026

SC 804: recognizing February as National Career and Technical Education and National Career and Technical Student Organizations Month.

This bill is a ceremonial resolution recognizing February as National Career and Technical Education and National Career and Technical Student Organizations Month in South Dakota. It formally commemorates the state's career and technical education programs, which serve over 30,000 students in grades 7-12 and include organizations like FFA (6,500 members), SkillsUSA (500 members), and HOSA (1,300 members). The resolution highlights these programs' role in developing student skills, leadership, and industry connections but does not create new laws or policies. As a symbolic gesture, it has no direct legal effect on funding, curriculum, or student requirements.

introduced · South Dakota · Senate Feb 2, 2026

SC 803: honoring the city of Deadwood on its 150th anniversary.

This bill is a symbolic resolution commemorating Deadwood's 150th anniversary as a historical milestone. It formally recognizes the city's founding in 1876 during the Black Hills Gold Rush and its evolution from a frontier mining town into a preserved historic destination. The resolution invites all South Dakotans to celebrate Deadwood's cultural heritage, historical significance, and ongoing contributions to the state's identity. As a commemorative measure, it has no legal effect or policy changes.

introduced · South Dakota · House Jan 29, 2026

HC 8004: celebrating the St. Mary’s Cardinals as the 2025 Class 9B state football champions.

This resolution (HC 8004) is a symbolic honor recognizing the St. Mary’s High School Cardinals football team for winning the 2025 Class 9B state championship. It commemorates their undefeated season, including a 54-6 victory over Avon, and highlights individual player awards and team leadership. The bill contains no policy changes or funding provisions - it solely serves to formally celebrate the team’s achievement through a legislative resolution.

introduced · South Dakota · Senate Jan 29, 2026

SC 802: celebrating and honoring Tabor Czech Days annual festivities on the occasion of its seventy-seventh anniversary.

This bill (SC 802) is a ceremonial resolution recognizing the 77th anniversary of Tabor Czech Days, an annual cultural festival in Tabor, South Dakota, scheduled for June 18-20, 2026. It formally honors the event and the Czech immigrant heritage it celebrates, highlighting traditions like music, food, museums, and community activities. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it simply offers official state recognition through the legislature. It directly acknowledges the festival’s cultural significance to South Dakota’s Czech community and its annual events.

introduced · South Dakota · House Jan 28, 2026

HC 8003: congratulating and honoring Joyce Waddell on her retirement from the Bison School District.

This House Commemoration (HC 8003) honors Joyce Waddell for her retirement from the Bison School District after 56 years of service as a teacher, counselor, and librarian. It recognizes her total 61 years of dedication to South Dakota education, including teaching multiple generations of students and maintaining deep community connections throughout her career. The resolution is a ceremonial tribute introduced by multiple legislators, with no associated policy changes or funding.

introduced · South Dakota · House Jan 27, 2026

HC 8002: celebrating the Harrisburg Tigers as the 2025 Class AA state gymnastics champions.

This bill is a legislative commemoration honoring the Harrisburg Tigers girls' gymnastics team for winning the 2025 Class AA state championship. It recognizes their historic first-place finish, a team score record of 152.983, and individual victories by Katelyn Maeschen, Emery Myron, and Isabelle Reiners. The resolution, introduced by multiple legislators, formally celebrates the team's achievements and their coaches' recognition as Coach of the Year. As a symbolic gesture, it has no policy impact or direct effect on any laws or regulations.

introduced · South Dakota · Senate Jan 26, 2026

SC 801: honoring Madisen Younie of Rapid City, South Dakota Girls State Governor, and Brody Tynan of Sioux Falls, South Dakota Boys State Governor, and the South Dakota American Legion and Auxiliary for their sponsorship and coordination of the Girls State and Boys State programs.

This is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) honoring Madisen Younie as 2025 South Dakota Girls State Governor and Brody Tynan as 2025 South Dakota Boys State Governor. It also recognizes the South Dakota American Legion and Auxiliary for their decades-long sponsorship of the Girls State and Boys State programs, which educate youth about U.S. government through hands-on learning. The resolution formally expresses legislative appreciation for these young leaders and the Legion's long-term coordination of the programs.

introduced · South Dakota · House Jan 21, 2026

HC 8001: recognizing National FFA week.

This commemorative resolution (HC 8001) formally recognizes National FFA Week in South Dakota for February 21-28, 2026. It does not create new laws or affect any individuals or policies; instead, it serves as a symbolic gesture by the South Dakota Legislature to honor the Future Farmers of America (FFA) organization. The resolution cites FFA's role in agricultural education, youth development, and community service across the state. As a non-binding commemoration, it has no legal or financial impact on the state or its residents.

introduced · South Dakota · House Mar 10, 2025

HC 8024: Recognizing the City of Mitchell as the Governor's Office of Economic Development 2025 Community of the Year.

This bill recognizes the City of Mitchell as the Governor's Office of Economic Development 2025 Community of the Year. It designates the city with an official honorific title to acknowledge its achievements in economic development. The legislation does not allocate funding or create new programs but serves as a formal commendation.

introduced · South Dakota · Senate Mar 10, 2025

SC 820: Honoring the 2024-2025 Canton C-Hawk girls wrestling team for its outstanding accomplishments.

This bill honors the 2024-2025 Canton C-Hawk girls wrestling team for their outstanding accomplishments. It designates the team for recognition, likely through a formal resolution or commemorative action. The measure directly affects the specific wrestling team and their community by acknowledging their achievements. No substantive policy changes are introduced, as the bill serves a commemorative purpose.