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 Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
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.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phil Jensen | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 33 |
| John Carley | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 29 |
| Jana Hunt | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 28A |
| Dylan Jordan | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 4 |
| Tony Randolph | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 35 |
| Curt Voight | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 33 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- House of Representatives Do Pass Amended , Failed, YEAS 28, NAYS 38 H.J. 282
- Education Do Pass Amended , Passed, YEAS 9, NAYS 6
- Education Motion to amend , Passed, Amendment 1243B
- Scheduled for hearing
- First read in House and referred to House Education H.J. 192