This resolution recognizes July 4, 2026, as the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and encourages South Dakotans to reflect on the nation's founding principles of liberty and equality. It does not change any existing state law, but rather expresses the state Senate's support for celebrating this milestone and educating Americans about the country's history and achievements.
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This bill does not directly amend codified state law.
The amendment removed references to indigenous nations and civil rights advocates, replaced "democracy" with "Constitutional Republic" and "natural rights," and streamlined language about the nation's future contributions.
The engrossed version's formatting markup and introduced-by information were removed, and Senate adoption signatures and date were added, reflecting the transition from draft to final enrolled status.
Senate Adopt Resolution as amended Passed, YEAS 33, NAYS 0. S.J. 51
Senate Motion to amend Passed, YEAS 18, NAYS 15. S.J. 50
Senate Motion to amend S.J. 50
First read in Senate and referral to committee waived pursuant to JR 6D-1 S.J. 34
Motion to amend
Adopt Resolution as amended