This resolution recognizes July 4, 2026, as the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and encourages South Dakotans to reflect on the founding principles of liberty, democracy, and equality. It does not change any existing state law—instead, it's a symbolic statement acknowledging the historical milestone and calling for education and celebration of America's founding and achievements.
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This bill does not directly amend codified state law.
Senate Adopt Resolution as amended Passed, YEAS 33, NAYS 0. S.J. 51
Senate Motion to amend Passed, YEAS 18, NAYS 15. S.J. 50
Senate Motion to amend S.J. 50
First read in Senate and referral to committee waived pursuant to JR 6D-1 S.J. 34
Prime sponsor · Sen
R
Dist. SD-007
cosponsor · Sen
R
Dist. SD-022
cosponsor · Sen
R
Dist. SD-003
cosponsor · Sen
R
Dist. SD-008
cosponsor · Sen
R
Dist. SD-033
cosponsor · Sen
R
Dist. SD-006
cosponsor · Sen
R
Dist. SD-005
cosponsor · Sen
R
Dist. SD-032
cosponsor · Sen
R
Dist. SD-024
cosponsor · Sen
R
Dist. SD-019
cosponsor · Rep
R
Dist. SD-014
Liz Larson
cosponsor · Sen
D
Dist. SD-010
cosponsor · Sen
R
Dist. SD-021
cosponsor · Rep
R
Dist. SD-020
cosponsor · Sen
R
Dist. SD-031
cosponsor · Sen
R
Dist. SD-004
cosponsor · Sen
R
Dist. SD-017
cosponsor · Sen
R
Dist. SD-026
cosponsor · Sen
R
Dist. SD-025
Motion to amend
Adopt Resolution as amended
Motion to amend