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HB1232 — create the Indian Child Welfare Advisory Council.
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§ 1-36
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NEW SECTION added to Chapter 1-36
The Indian Child Welfare Advisory Council is hereby established within the Department of Social Services to facilitate collaboration between the tribes, the department, and other subject matter experts. The council consists of a representative of the department, appointed by the secretary of the department of Social Services, one representative from each of the nine tribes in South Dakota, appointed by the tribal council of tribe, one member of the House of Representatives appointed by the speaker of the House of Representatives, and one member of the Senate appointed by the president pro tempore of the Senate. The council members shall serve for two-year terms.