South Dakota · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 1243: require the display of the state motto in public schools and provide for associated legal representation.

In committee Last action February 10, 2026: House of Representatives Do Pass Amended , Failed, YEAS 28, NAYS 38 H.J. 282

Plain-language summary

HB 1243 is a bill introduced in the South Dakota House on February 2, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: require the display of the state motto in public schools and provide for associated legal representation. Primary sponsor: Phil Jensen (Republican), John Carley (Republican), Jana Hunt (Republican), Dylan Jordan (Republican), Tony Randolph (Republican), Curt Voight (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 10, 2026): House of Representatives Do Pass Amended , Failed, YEAS 28, NAYS 38 H.J. 282.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Phil Jensen (Republican); John Carley (Republican); Jana Hunt (Republican); Dylan Jordan (Republican); and 2 more.