South Dakota Legislature adopts concurrent resolution honoring the life and achievements of Charlie Kirk

Original title: honoring the life and achievements of the late Charlie Kirk.

Last action · January 26, 2026: Concurred in ResolutionSponsors: Amber Hulse and 32 others

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What This Bill Would Do

The South Dakota Legislature officially honors the life, advocacy, and civic contributions of the late Charlie Kirk following his death in September 2025.

Why it matters

Changes only the official legislative record through a non-binding commemorative resolution; no state funding, legal requirements, or public services are altered.

Background

Charlie Kirk was a conservative activist, author, and media host who gained national prominence as the co-founder and executive director of Turning Point USA. context
Turning Point USA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that advocates for conservative politics on high school, college, and university campuses. context

Who It Would Affect

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Directly affected

Family, friends, and colleagues of Charlie Kirk

Receive the formal expression of deepest sympathies from the South Dakota Legislature.

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People of South Dakota

Encouraged by the Legislature to reflect on the legacy of Charlie Kirk.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of House Concurrent Resolution 6002?

The resolution officially honors the life and achievements of the late Charlie Kirk and extends the Legislature's sympathies to his family, friends, and colleagues.

Does this resolution change any state laws or allocate funding?

No. As a commemorative , it changes no laws, provides no funding, and alters no public services.

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Procedural history

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Jan 26, 2026SenateFloor
Concurred in Resolution
Jan 23, 2026Senate
Committee referral waived pursuant to JR 6D-1
Jan 20, 2026SenateIntroduced
First Reading Senate
Jan 16, 2026House
Adopt Resolution
Jan 15, 2026House
Committee referral waived pursuant to JR 6D-1
Jan 13, 2026HouseIntroduced
First Reading House

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