South Dakota House Honors James Hanssen for 40 Years on School Board

Original title: honoring James Hanssen, a member of the Bridgewater-Emery School District Board of Education, on his forty years of school board service.

Last action · February 17, 2026: CommemorationsSponsors: Lana Greenfield and 9 others

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What This Bill Proposed

The South Dakota Legislature honors James Hanssen for completing forty years of service on the Bridgewater-Emery School District Board of Education.

Why it matters

Changes only the official recognition of the individual; no funding, policy, or service changes are stated.

Who It Would Have Affected

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James Hanssen

Receives official legislative recognition for forty years of school board service.

Key Facts

James Hanssen is recognized for completing forty years of service on the Bridgewater-Emery School District Board of Education during the 2025-26 school year.
He received the Distinguished Service Award from the Associated School Boards of South Dakota.
The One Hundred First Legislature of the State of South Dakota officially commended him for his dedication to students, staff, and the community of Emery, South Dakota.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this resolution change any school district policies or funding?

No. This is a legislative commemoration that honors an individual and does not alter any laws, funding, or school district operations.

Who is being honored by this measure?

James Hanssen, a member of the Bridgewater-Emery School District Board of Education from Emery, South Dakota.

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This bill did not become law - Died at adjournment · introduced in the House.

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