South Dakota 2026 Session Status: Introduced

SC SC831 — recognizing the historical significance of the buffalo and celebrating their return to tribal lands in this state.

Last action — Introduced

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed House
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced March 04, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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Odds of enactment

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Summary

recognizing the historical significance of the buffalo and celebrating their return to tribal lands in this state.

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. Introduced

Sponsors

  • SD member #4751 · Primary
  • SD member #4804 · Primary

Sponsorship breakdown

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2 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 103 not signed on

Sponsors (2)

  • SD member #4751
  • SD member #4804

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (103)

103 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Subjects

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Frequently asked questions

What does SC SC831 do?
recognizing the historical significance of the buffalo and celebrating their return to tribal lands in this state.
Who sponsors SC SC831?
SC SC831 is sponsored by SD member #4751 and SD member #4804.
What is the current status of SC SC831?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced March 04, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track SC SC831?
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