urging the United States Department of Homeland Security to establish a tribal law enforcement training academy in South Dakota.

Plain English: HCR6001A 101st Legislative Session HCR6001 2026 South Dakota Legislature House Concurrent Resolution 6001 Introduced by: Representatives Emery, Baxter, Mortenson, Odenbach, and Pourier and Senators Smith and Grove at the request of the State-Tribal Relations Underscores indicate new language.

• HCR6001A 101st Legislative Session HCR6001 2026 South Dakota Legislature House Concurrent Resolution 6001 Introduced by: Representatives Emery, Baxter, Mortenson, Odenbach, and Pourier and Senators Smith and Grove at the request of the State-Tribal Relations Underscores indicate new language.
• Overstrikes indicate deleted language.
• AMENDMENT HCR6001A FOR THE INTRODUCED RESOLUTION A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION urging the United States Department of Homeland 1 Security to establish a tribal law enforcement training academy in South 2 Dakota.
• 3 WHEREAS, the state of South Dakota recognizes the critical role played by tribal law 4 enforcement agencies in ensuring public safety and upholding the rule of law for all citizens; 5 and 6 WHEREAS, the state of South Dakota values collaboration between state and federal 7 entities to enhance public safety initiatives and strengthen the capabilities of law enforcement 8 agencies; and 9 WHEREAS, the establishment of a tribal law enforcement training academy in South 10 Dakota would provide an opportunity to enhance the skills and training of law enforcement 11 personnel serving Native American communities, thereby contributing to the overall safety 12 and well-being of tribal members; and 13 WHEREAS, South Dakota is home to nine tribal nations, each with its unique heritage and 14 law enforcement needs, making it an ideal location for a tribal law enforcement training 15 academy that can tailor its programs to the specific challenges and nuances of the region; 16 and 17 WHEREAS, its central location makes South Dakota an ideal location for a tribal law 18 enforcement training academy that serves individuals from across the United States; and 19 WHEREAS, the state of South Dakota is committed to supporting initiatives that promote 20 professionalism, cultural sensitivity, and excellence in law enforcement to better serve and 21 protect all residents; and 22 HCR6001A 2 HCR6001 Underscores indicate new language.

Plain English: HCR6001B 101st Legislative Session HCR6001 2026 South Dakota Legislature House Concurrent Resolution 6001 Introduced by: Representatives Emery, Mortenson, and Pourier and Senator Smith at the request of the State - Tribal Relations Underscores indicate new language.

• HCR6001B 101st Legislative Session HCR6001 2026 South Dakota Legislature House Concurrent Resolution 6001 Introduced by: Representatives Emery, Mortenson, and Pourier and Senator Smith at the request of the State - Tribal Relations Underscores indicate new language.
• Overstrikes indicate deleted language.
• AMENDMENT HCR6001B FOR THE HOUSE JUDICIARY ENGROSSED RESOLUTION On the House Judiciary Engrossed bill, delete the previously adopted amendment (HCR6001A), to read as follows: A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION urging the United States Department of Homeland 1 Security to establish a tribal law enforcement training academy in South 2 Dakota.
• 3 WHEREAS, the state of South Dakota recognizes the critical role played by tribal law 4 enforcement agencies in ensuring public safety and upholding the rule of law for all citizens; 5 and 6 WHEREAS, the state of South Dakota values collaboration between state and federal 7 entities to enhance public safety initiatives and strengthen the capabilities of law enforcement 8 agencies; and 9 WHEREAS, the establishment of a tribal law enforcement training academy in South 10 Dakota would provide an opportunity to enhance the skills and training of law enforcement 11 personnel serving Native American communities, thereby contributing to the overall safety 12 and well-being of tribal members; and 13 WHEREAS, South Dakota is home to nine tribal nations, each with its unique heritage and 14 law enforcement needs, making it an ideal location for a tribal law enforcement training 15 academy that can tailor its programs to the specific challenges and nuances of the region; 16 and 17 WHEREAS, its central location makes South Dakota an ideal location for a tribal law 18 enforcement training academy that serves individuals from across the United States; and 19 WHEREAS, the state of South Dakota is committed to supporting initiatives that promote 20 professionalism, cultural sensitivity, and excellence in law enforcement to better serve and 21 protect all residents; and 22 HCR6001B 2 HCR6001 Underscores indicate new language.