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Senate adopts resolution urging use of person‑first language for people with disabilities
Summary
The South Dakota Senate adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 607 on a roll‑call vote, encouraging use of person‑first language when referring to people with disabilities. Sponsor Senator Casey Crabtree said the change reflects feedback from constituents and advocacy groups.
The South Dakota Senate on a roll‑call vote adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 607, encouraging the legislature and state agencies to use person‑first language when referring to people with disabilities.
Senator Casey Crabtree introduced the resolution on the floor, saying it “is a person first language, which references the person first rather…
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