Bill
HB 1007
amend the definition of law enforcement officer to include tribal law enforcement officers.
2026 Regular Session
Introduced by Heather Baxter and 8 co-sponsors
South Dakota expands "law enforcement officer" definition to include tribal law enforcement, granting equal legal recognition to Native American tribal police officers in state law.
Signed by the Governor on 2026-03-09 H.J. 534