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South Dakota House Bill HC8015

South Dakota 2025 Regular Session

South Dakota House Bill HC8015

Caption

Honoring the 2025 South Dakota Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s Youth of the Year finalists.

Impact

The Youth of the Year Program represents a significant effort by the Boys & Girls Clubs to highlight and promote the dedication and achievements of its members. This commemoration enhances the visibility of young individuals who contribute positively to their clubs and communities. By honoring these finalists, the state encourages the values of service, leadership, and personal growth among youth, which can have lasting impacts on their future endeavors and the communities they serve.

Summary

House Commemoration 8015 honors the finalists of the 2025 South Dakota Boys & Girls Clubs of America's Youth of the Year Program. The bill was introduced by Representative Weisgram and serves to recognize several outstanding youth members from various Boys & Girls Clubs across South Dakota. The individuals acknowledged include Samauri C., Sophia G., Noel K., Hunter L., and Kiyah S., all of whom were selected based on their exceptional accomplishments in leadership, academic performance, and community service.

Contention

Although the bill serves a ceremonial purpose rather than enacting new laws or altering existing regulations, its focus on youth achievement illustrates the state's commitment to fostering positive development and recognition of young leaders. This recognition may also provoke discussions around resource allocation for youth programs within the state, urging lawmakers to consider additional support for organizations like the Boys & Girls Clubs that empower youth through various initiatives.

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

SD HC8004

Honoring Sophie Spier of Sioux Falls, South Dakota Girls State Governor, and Gavin Pischke of Hartford, South Dakota Boys State Governor, and commending the South Dakota American Legion and Auxiliary for their sponsorship and coordination of the Girls State and Boys State programs.

SD SC807

Honoring Nyapal Chuol of Sioux Falls, South Dakota Girls State Governor, and Jason Lenning of Harrisburg, South Dakota Boys State Governor, and commending the South Dakota American Legion and Auxiliary for their sponsorship and coordination of the Girls State and Boys State programs.

SD HC8008

Honoring Cynthia Mickelson, a member of the Sioux Falls School District Board of Education, on her selection as the Associated School Boards of South Dakota Outstanding School Board Member of South Dakota for 2022.

SD SC802

Celebrating John and Laurie Stiegelmeier’s contributions to the State of South Dakota and South Dakota State University.

SD SB37

Revise provisions pertaining to the South Dakota School for the Deaf.

SD SC808

Commending and honoring the Huron School Board on their selection as the Associated School Boards of South Dakota Outstanding School Board for 2022.

SD HC8023

Commending and honoring the Harrisburg School Board on its selection as the Associated School Boards of South Dakota Outstanding School Board for 2023.

SD HC8010

Celebrating the life of Robert "Bob" Montross of De Smet, South Dakota.

SD HC8004

Recognizing South Dakota Infertility Awareness Day and families from South Dakota Surrogacy, Inc.

SD HB1233

Expand the provision of online education through the South Dakota Virtual School.

Similar Bills

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