South Dakota will prohibit the use of the words "scalp" and "squaw" in official geographic place names throughout the state, recognizing these terms as offensive. State and local government agencies must update their maps and reference materials to replace any existing geographic features that contain these words with names that better reflect South Dakota's people, history, and heritage.
This bill does not directly amend codified state law.
State Affairs Deferred to the 41st legislative day Passed, YEAS 7, NAYS 2.
State Affairs Scheduled for hearing
First read in Senate and referred to Senate State Affairs S.J. 166
Shawn Bordeaux
Prime sponsor · Sen.
D
State Affairs — Deferred to the 41st legislative day