SB242

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Make an appropriation to the Department of Education for the provision of grants to sparse school districts.

Senate BillTamara Grove(R)Introduced Feb 4, 2026Last action Feb 12, 2026

South Dakota will provide $2.5 million in grants to sparse school districts, with each district receiving a share based on its student enrollment. These districts can use the money to improve school facilities, purchase educational technology, or buy instructional materials and equipment.

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Changes to Existing Law

This bill does not directly amend codified state law.

History (3)

Feb 12, 2026S
Senate Withdrawn at the Request of the Prime Sponsor S.J. 260
Feb 5, 2026S
Senate Referred to Senate Education S.J. 198
Feb 4, 2026S
First Reading Senate S.J. 180

Sponsors (1)

Tamara Grove

Prime sponsor · Sen

Dist. SD-026