South Dakota is expanding its requirement for Indian Studies training by requiring all certified educators—not just new teachers or those hired from out-of-state—to complete a three-credit-hour course covering Native American language, culture, history, and educational approaches. The course curriculum remains unchanged and must address tribal languages, cultural awareness, history, traditional tribal education, and teaching strategies tailored to Indian learning styles.
Signed by the Governor H.J. 318
Delivered to the Governor H.J. 262
Signed by the President S.J. 241
Signed by the Speaker H.J. 245
Senate Do Pass Passed, YEAS 35, NAYS 0. S.J. 210
Education Certified uncontested, placed on consent
Education Do Pass Passed, YEAS 6, NAYS 0.
Education Scheduled for hearing
Senate Referred to Senate Education S.J. 101
First Reading Senate S.J. 72
House of Representatives Do Pass Passed, YEAS 54, NAYS 12. H.J. 45
Education Do Pass Passed, YEAS 12, NAYS 3.
Education Scheduled for hearing
First read in House and referred to House Education H.J. 12
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