South DakotaLegislature would honor Josie Hill for basketball and community service
The proposed commemoration would recognize University of South Dakota player Josie Hill’s achievements and service, highlighting her role as an example for Indigenous youth.
What it does
South Dakota’s Legislature would honor Josie Hill for her basketball achievements and community service. The commemoration also highlights her example for Indigenous youth.
Argument forPublic recognition could help Indigenous youth see Hill’s success in sports, academics, and community service as an example to follow.
Argument againstCeremonial recognition alone may offer little practical support for Indigenous youth who want to follow Hill’s example.
More detail
The proposed commemoration would formally recognize Josie Hill’s accomplishments and community service. The honor names University of South Dakota basketball player Josie Hill, an enrolled member of the Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate. It recognizes her achievements and service to her community and South Dakota.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Adopted
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Mar 4H.J. 517Introduced