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South Dakota Senate adopts resolution urging repeal of 1863 Sioux Dakota Removal Act
Summary
The South Dakota Senate adopted Senate Resolution 702 calling on Congress to repeal the 1863 Sioux Dakota Removal Act, a federal statute that annulled treaties and ordered removal of several Dakota bands from Minnesota; the measure passed 32–3 after a floor statement by Senator Grove.
The South Dakota Senate adopted Senate Resolution 702 on a roll-call vote, urging the United States Congress to repeal the Act of March 3, 1863, commonly known as the Sioux Dakota Removal Act. The resolution passed 32 yeas to 3 nays.
Senator Grove, sponsor of the resolution, read the bill text and framed the measure as a step toward reconciliation. "I kindly urge your support for SR 702 and stand in solidarity with the Dakota people in calling for the repeal of this outdated and…
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