SB 159 requires South Dakota school districts to stop using mascots and team names that are derogatory toward Native American peoples or their culture. The bill amends existing school law to establish this prohibition, effectively banning indigenous-themed names and imagery that are considered offensive or disrespectful.
This bill does not directly amend codified state law.
Education Deferred to the 41st legislative day Passed, YEAS 4, NAYS 2.
Education Scheduled for hearing
First read in Senate and referred to Senate Education S.J. 179
Shawn Bordeaux
Prime sponsor · Sen.
D
Education — Deferred to the 41st legislative day