SF1405 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
American Indian drumming permission in public school
Related bill: HF1549
AI Generated Summary
The bill proposes changes to education policy in Minnesota. It focuses on ensuring that American Indian students can freely express their cultural heritage during public school events, specifically graduation ceremonies. Key points include:
Public schools, including both school districts and charter schools, must not stop American Indian students from wearing tribal regalia or items of cultural significance at their graduation ceremonies.
Upon request by either the school's American Indian parent committee or an American Indian student organization, schools must permit American Indian drumming at graduation ceremonies.
The bill aims to formally recognize and integrate American Indian cultural practices in school ceremonies, respecting and acknowledging cultural diversity in Minnesota's educational environment.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 12, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| February 12, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Education Policy |
| March 05, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Author added |
Citations
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"analysis": {
"added": [
"A provision allowing American Indian drumming if requested by a parent committee."
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"removed": [],
"summary": "This bill modifies regulations regarding American Indian regalia and drumming at graduation ceremonies under section 124D.792.",
"modified": [
"Clarifies that schools must allow American Indian drumming and wearing of regalia at graduation ceremonies."
]
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"citation": "124D.792"
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