South DakotaSouth Dakota lawmakers would honor Lakota educator and author Joseph M. Marshall III
Lawmakers would recognize Marshall’s teaching, writing, and cultural work, and extend sympathy after his 2025 death.
What it does
The proposed commemoration honors Joseph M. Marshall III for his work as a Lakota leader, advocate, and keeper of his culture, and expresses sympathy after his death.
Argument forRecognizing Marshall’s work could help future generations learn about Lakota leadership and build understanding between Native and non-Native communities.
Argument againstThe commemoration may leave people wanting practical support for Native communities, since it offers praise and sympathy but no services or funding.
More detail
The proposed commemoration would honor Joseph M. Marshall III and express sympathy in his memory. It recognizes a Sicangu Oyate member who taught, wrote, and shared Lakota history and traditions.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Adopted
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Mar 4S.J. 471Introduced