HB1183 prohibits South Dakota school districts from using mascots and team names that are derogatory or disrespectful toward Native American peoples and their cultures. School districts currently using such mascots would need to change them to comply with the new rule. This change affects how public schools represent themselves athletically and in their branding.
This bill does not directly amend codified state law.
Education Deferred to the 41st legislative day Passed, YEAS 12, NAYS 2. H.J. 1
Education Scheduled for hearing
House of Representatives Referred to House Education H.J. 156
First Reading House H.J. 139
Shawn Bordeaux
Prime sponsor · Rep.
D
Cosponsors
Education — Deferred to the 41st legislative day