This resolution urges the U.S. Congress and President to require a formal declaration of war before using American military forces in combat and to bring home troops currently involved in conflicts the resolution considers unconstitutional. It does not change South Dakota state law but instead expresses the state legislature's position on federal military policy.
This bill does not directly amend codified state law.
Senate Tabled Passed, YEAS 35, NAYS 0. S.J. 379
First read in Senate and referral to committee waived pursuant to JR 6D-1 S.J. 327
House of Representatives Adopt Resolution Passed, YEAS 65, NAYS 2. H.J. 402
Military and Veterans Affairs Do Pass Passed, YEAS 9, NAYS 1.
Military and Veterans Affairs Scheduled for hearing
House of Representatives Referred to House Military and Veterans Affairs H.J. 156
First Reading House H.J. 136
Aaron Aylward
Prime sponsor · Rep.
R
Marsha Symens
Prime sponsor · Sen.
R
Cosponsors
Tabled
Adopt Resolution
Military and Veterans Affairs — Do Pass