The enrolled version removed all the technical legislative formatting (bill number, session information, line numbers, and markup instructions) while retaining the entire substantive content of the commemoration honoring custodial staff. This is a standard cleanup that converts the bill from its working format to its final enrolled form without changing the bill's purpose or meaning.
26.937.13 101st Legislative Session SC807 2026 South Dakota Legislature Senate Commemoration 807 Introduced by: Senator Nelson and Representative Auch Underscores indicate new language. Overstrikes indicate deleted language. A LEGISLATIVE COMMEMORATION recognizing and honoring custodial staff across 1 the State of South Dakota for their dedication and service. 2 WHEREAS, custodial staff are the unsung heroes of public and private facilities, often being 3 the first to arrive and the last to leave, and dedicating countless hours day in and day out to 4 ensuring safe, clean, and welcoming environments for all; and 5 WHEREAS, custodial staff play a vital role in protecting public health, particularly in 6 healthcare settings, where their diligent cleaning and disinfecting efforts serve as the first line 7 of defense against the spread of viruses and bacteria; and 8 WHEREAS, custodial staff contribute to the success of workplaces by maintaining 9 organized, sanitary, and attractive environments that promote productivity and create 10 positive impressions on customers and visitors alike; and 11 WHEREAS, in schools, businesses, and communities, custodial staff are essential to 12 creating environments conducive to learning, often safeguarding student and staff health by 13 routinely disinfecting high-touch areas such as foyers, meeting rooms, classrooms, and 14 restrooms; 15 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT COMMEMORATED, by the One Hundred First Legislature of the 16 State of South Dakota, that recognition be extended to all custodial staff in this state for their 17 hard work, professionalism, and dedication to maintaining safe, clean, and welcoming 18 environments in our communities. 19