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This concurrent resolution urges the United States Department of Homeland Security to establish a tribal law enforcement training academy in South Dakota, recognizing the vital role of tribal law enforcement in public safety and the importance of collaboration between state and federal entities. The resolution highlights that such an academy would enhance the skills and training of officers serving Native American communities, contributing to the safety and well-being of tribal members, and notes that South Dakota, with its nine tribal nations and central location, is an ideal setting for an academy that can tailor programs to regional needs and serve individuals from across the country. Furthermore, it encourages the Department of Homeland Security to work with tribal leaders and other stakeholders to ensure the training addresses the unique cultural contexts and specific law enforcement challenges faced by these communities, building upon existing partnerships in South Dakota that already focus on these needs.

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https://sdlegislature.gov/#/Session/Bill/26511