S.Con.Res.605

Recognizing the significance of the monarch butterfly and encouraging cooperative, voluntary conservation efforts in South Dakota.

Final Passage·2/24/26

Recognizes the importance of the monarch butterfly and encourages voluntary conservation efforts in South Dakota.

The bill recognizes the significance of the monarch butterfly and supports voluntary conservation practices that are compatible with agriculture, roadside management, and state land management. It encourages state agencies, local governments, and other land managers to preserve existing milkweed and prioritize pollinator-friendly native seed mixes that include milkweed species. The resolution emphasizes voluntary participation, technical assistance, and flexibility, avoiding unnecessary regulatory impacts on agriculture and land use.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 45–20 · Feb 25
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

45 Yea

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20 Nay

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5 Absent

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Calendar

Feb 24

12:00 AM

House Agriculture and Natural Resources Hearing

History

Feb 25

House

House of Representatives Concurred in Resolution, Passed, YEAS 45, NAYS 20. H.J. 443

Feb 24

House

Scheduled for hearing

Feb 24

House

Agriculture and Natural Resources Concurred in Resolution, Passed, YEAS 10, NAYS 3. H.J. 31