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Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Playing politics with our national defense is unacceptable." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 20, 2019 Executive Session Sen. John Thune
Nov. 20, 2019 Merkley, Alexander, Carper, Rounds Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Create Monarch and Pollinator Highways Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "As of today, the Senate has confirmed 48 appellate court judges since the beginning of this administration. For context, that's more than the previous FIVE administrations had confirmed at this point in their tenure." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "China's announcement that it's lifting a five-year ban on U.S. poultry products is significant. While this is good news, I'm hopeful the United States and China can reach a broader trade deal that will open more markets to additional U.S. producers." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "The chaotic atmosphere in the House continues to draw attention away from important work Congress must complete before the end of the year. Democrats need to stop looking for opportunities to pick fights and work with us to pass important appropriations bills and #USMCA." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Thank you to the folks from the South Dakota Center for Disabilities for stopping by my office to discuss the important work they're doing to help people with disabilities fully participate in their communities." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 19, 2019 Executive Session Sen. John Thune
Nov. 19, 2019 Tweet - "Great to see the new 5G cells are up and running in Sioux Falls --one of the first cities in the entire country to have them." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 19, 2019 Tweet - "Chairman @SenShelby and his team have worked around the clock to get key appropriations bills completed. But Democrats, several times now, have blocked defense appropriations. Funding our men and women in uniform shouldn't be subjected to Democrats' partisan whims." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 19, 2019 Tweet - "Glad to see the @FCC took my recommendation and included Dr. Adelaine from @SDState as part of this important task force." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 19, 2019 Tweet - "Sat down with folks from @NSSGA today. We had a good discussion about the importance of U.S. infrastructure. This is an issue that's important to me & all South Dakotans. Our highways connect our communities and carry our South Dakota-made products across the country." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 19, 2019 Conaway, Johnson: USDA Civil Rights Office Moving in the Right Direction Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Rounds' RESPECT Act Passes Senate With Unanimous Support Sen. Mike Rounds
Nov. 18, 2019 Delegation Applauds Administration's Decision to Grant Disaster Declaration For Southeast South Dakota Following September Flooding and Tornadoes Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Tweet - "South Dakota was recently featured on the front page of the @WashingtonPost in a story about @AveraHealth using #telemedicine to improve care for patients in rural America. Proud to see our state being highlighted for life-saving innovation. Great work." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 18, 2019 Tweet - "We can all agree that #robocalls are frustrating. I'm glad Congress will be advancing legislation that includes my Senate-passed TRACED Act, which I introduced with @SenMarkey, to help tackle those annoying robocalls." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 18, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Admin. of the Environmental Protection Agency - Sen. Cramer Joins Colleagues "in Calling on EPA to Provide Clarity on Biogenic Carbon Emissions" Sen. John Thune, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Richard Shelby, Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and the Hon. Patrick Leahy, Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Committee - Enzi, Barrasso support increase in temporary work visas Sen. John Thune, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Johnson, Murphy, and Roe Introduce Worker's Choice Act Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Wicker, Thune Introduce 5G Spectrum Act Sen. John Thune, ...
Nov. 17, 2019 Dakota War College - The Work Goes On Sen. John Thune
Nov. 15, 2019 Tweet - "Had a great time cheering for some talented young athletes at the South Dakota High School 11AA State Championship game. Lots of school spirit and fan support in the stadium." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 15, 2019 South Dakota Families Honored During National Adoption Month Sen. Mike Rounds
Nov. 15, 2019 Tweet - "I'm glad to announce that we've made significant progress in working toward a legislative deal to tackle illegal and abusive #robocalls." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 15, 2019 House & Senate Announce Agreement on Anti-Robocall Bill Sen. John Thune, ...
Nov. 15, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Midwest Senators Renew RFS Recommendations to President Trump Sen. John Thune, ...
Nov. 15, 2019 Tweet - "To the detriment of the American people, Dems have spent most of the past year focused on their political agenda instead of legislating. They've slow-walked confirmations, blocked vital military funding, & continued to drag their feet on important priorities like #USMCA." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 14, 2019 Letter to Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Neil Chatterjee - Peterson Leads Letter on Midwest Propane Shortages Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "It was an honor to nominate Kim & Mike Adams for @CCAInstitute's #AngelsInAdoptionAward earlier this year. It was great meeting with them and the O'Connor family today. I appreciate everything they, and all other adoptive families, do to give children hope for a better future." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "It's been almost a year since #USMCA was signed. It's up to @SpeakerPelosi to find a path forward on this largely #Bipartisan deal and bring it to a vote. The #USMCA is a win for American ag & workers in nearly every sector of our economy. They need #USMCAnow." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Bass, a very good boy, is the recipient of the Animals in War and Peace Award and has earned lots of treats in his retirement. It was great meeting U.S. Marine SSgt Alex Schnell, Bass's handler, and his family earlier today. Thankful for Bass & the Schnell family's service. #MWD" Sen. John Thune
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "#USMCA will help boost our economy: Larger markets for American goods & products Digital age policies More jobs #USMCAnow" Sen. John Thune
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "The #USMCA trade deal with Canada and Mexico is a win for: American farmers, American workers, & American families. House Dems, tell @SpeakerPelosi it's time to vote on #USMCAnow." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 13, 2019 United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement Sen. John Thune
Nov. 13, 2019 Several Thune-Supported Bills Head to Full Senate Sen. John Thune
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "This morning @SenateCommerce voted in favor of 3 bills I've led or cosponsored: LEGEND Act-- to improve weather forecasting models for farmers HACKED Act-- to boost our cybersecurity workforce READI Act-- to improve emergency alert systems Good to see real work getting done." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "Sorry to miss, but I'm happy to have @BrettFavre in South Dakota to speak at the annual #LawEnforcement banquet. I'm so grateful for the work our law enforcement community does to keep people safe and make South Dakota such a great place to live, work, and raise a family." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "Today, one in every four federal appeals court judges across the U.S. have been nominated by this president & confirmed by the GOP-controlled Senate. I'm confident these judges will protect constitutional rights and uphold individual freedoms." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 12, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the U.S. Department of the Treasury - Scott leads letter to Treasury regarding international insurance capital standard negotiations Sen. John Thune, ...
Nov. 11, 2019 Tweet - "When I look at these photos, I feel so much pride for what my dad, and so many South Dakotans, did in service to our country. This #VeteransDay we show our sincere gratitude to the veterans in our communities. We can never repay the cost of freedom that was earned on our behalf." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 9, 2019 Tweet - "Caught up this afternoon with old friends @SaxbyChambliss and @MLB great Todd Worrell. I've hunted quail with Saxby in Georgia. Great to see him take aim at some SD ring neck pheasants. #perfectday" Sen. John Thune
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "The POW/MIA Flag Act is now law. Our men & women in uniform have valiantly chosen to serve in defense of our freedom & security. Displaying a POW/MIA flag to honor those who haven't returned home is the least we can do to recognize these heroes & the sacrifice of their families." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 8, 2019 Supporting Veterans Every Day Sen. Mike Rounds
Nov. 8, 2019 Rounds, Jones Propose Wounded Warriors Fellowship in the Senate Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Nov. 8, 2019 The Argus Leader - Bursting the Internet "Filter Bubble" Sen. John Thune
Nov. 8, 2019 Thune Statement on POW/MIA Flag Act Being Signed Into Law Sen. John Thune
Nov. 7, 2019 Rounds: During Meeting at White House Today, President Trump Re-Confirms his Commitment to Blending 15 Billion Gallons of Ethanol Annually Sen. Mike Rounds
Nov. 7, 2019 Letter to Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of Environmental Protection Agency - Rounds Submits Letter to EPA on RFS Supplemental Rule Sen. Mike Rounds
Nov. 7, 2019 Tweet - "Renewable fuels support America's heartland and promote home-grown energy independence. @ChuckGrassley, @SenJoniErnst, @SenatorFischer, @SenatorRounds, @RoyBlunt, @SenatorBraun, and I are all in agreement: @EPAAWheeler must uphold the #RFS and give certainty to our producers." Sen. John Thune
Date Title Politician
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Playing politics with our national defense is unacceptable." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 20, 2019 Executive Session Sen.John Thune
Nov. 20, 2019 Merkley, Alexander, Carper, Rounds Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Create Monarch and Pollinator Highways Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "As of today, the Senate has confirmed 48 appellate court judges since the beginning of this administration. For context, that's more than the previous FIVE administrations had confirmed at this point in their tenure." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "China's announcement that it's lifting a five-year ban on U.S. poultry products is significant. While this is good news, I'm hopeful the United States and China can reach a broader trade deal that will open more markets to additional U.S. producers." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "The chaotic atmosphere in the House continues to draw attention away from important work Congress must complete before the end of the year. Democrats need to stop looking for opportunities to pick fights and work with us to pass important appropriations bills and #USMCA." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Thank you to the folks from the South Dakota Center for Disabilities for stopping by my office to discuss the important work they're doing to help people with disabilities fully participate in their communities." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 19, 2019 Executive Session Sen.John Thune
Nov. 19, 2019 Tweet - "Great to see the new 5G cells are up and running in Sioux Falls --one of the first cities in the entire country to have them." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 19, 2019 Tweet - "Chairman @SenShelby and his team have worked around the clock to get key appropriations bills completed. But Democrats, several times now, have blocked defense appropriations. Funding our men and women in uniform shouldn't be subjected to Democrats' partisan whims." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 19, 2019 Tweet - "Glad to see the @FCC took my recommendation and included Dr. Adelaine from @SDState as part of this important task force." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 19, 2019 Tweet - "Sat down with folks from @NSSGA today. We had a good discussion about the importance of U.S. infrastructure. This is an issue that's important to me & all South Dakotans. Our highways connect our communities and carry our South Dakota-made products across the country." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 19, 2019 Conaway, Johnson: USDA Civil Rights Office Moving in the Right Direction Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Nov. 19, 2019 Rounds' RESPECT Act Passes Senate With Unanimous Support Sen.Mike Rounds
Nov. 18, 2019 Delegation Applauds Administration's Decision to Grant Disaster Declaration For Southeast South Dakota Following September Flooding and Tornadoes Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Tweet - "South Dakota was recently featured on the front page of the @WashingtonPost in a story about @AveraHealth using #telemedicine to improve care for patients in rural America. Proud to see our state being highlighted for life-saving innovation. Great work." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 18, 2019 Tweet - "We can all agree that #robocalls are frustrating. I'm glad Congress will be advancing legislation that includes my Senate-passed TRACED Act, which I introduced with @SenMarkey, to help tackle those annoying robocalls." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 18, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Admin. of the Environmental Protection Agency - Sen. Cramer Joins Colleagues "in Calling on EPA to Provide Clarity on Biogenic Carbon Emissions" Sen.John Thune, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Richard Shelby, Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and the Hon. Patrick Leahy, Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Committee - Enzi, Barrasso support increase in temporary work visas Sen.John Thune, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Johnson, Murphy, and Roe Introduce Worker's Choice Act Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Wicker, Thune Introduce 5G Spectrum Act Sen.John Thune, ...
Nov. 17, 2019 Dakota War College - The Work Goes On Sen.John Thune
Nov. 15, 2019 Tweet - "Had a great time cheering for some talented young athletes at the South Dakota High School 11AA State Championship game. Lots of school spirit and fan support in the stadium." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 15, 2019 South Dakota Families Honored During National Adoption Month Sen.Mike Rounds
Nov. 15, 2019 Tweet - "I'm glad to announce that we've made significant progress in working toward a legislative deal to tackle illegal and abusive #robocalls." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 15, 2019 House & Senate Announce Agreement on Anti-Robocall Bill Sen.John Thune, ...
Nov. 15, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Midwest Senators Renew RFS Recommendations to President Trump Sen.John Thune, ...
Nov. 15, 2019 Tweet - "To the detriment of the American people, Dems have spent most of the past year focused on their political agenda instead of legislating. They've slow-walked confirmations, blocked vital military funding, & continued to drag their feet on important priorities like #USMCA." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 14, 2019 Letter to Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Neil Chatterjee - Peterson Leads Letter on Midwest Propane Shortages Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "It was an honor to nominate Kim & Mike Adams for @CCAInstitute's #AngelsInAdoptionAward earlier this year. It was great meeting with them and the O'Connor family today. I appreciate everything they, and all other adoptive families, do to give children hope for a better future." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "It's been almost a year since #USMCA was signed. It's up to @SpeakerPelosi to find a path forward on this largely #Bipartisan deal and bring it to a vote. The #USMCA is a win for American ag & workers in nearly every sector of our economy. They need #USMCAnow." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Bass, a very good boy, is the recipient of the Animals in War and Peace Award and has earned lots of treats in his retirement. It was great meeting U.S. Marine SSgt Alex Schnell, Bass's handler, and his family earlier today. Thankful for Bass & the Schnell family's service. #MWD" Sen.John Thune
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "#USMCA will help boost our economy: Larger markets for American goods & products Digital age policies More jobs #USMCAnow" Sen.John Thune
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "The #USMCA trade deal with Canada and Mexico is a win for: American farmers, American workers, & American families. House Dems, tell @SpeakerPelosi it's time to vote on #USMCAnow." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 13, 2019 United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement Sen.John Thune
Nov. 13, 2019 Several Thune-Supported Bills Head to Full Senate Sen.John Thune
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "This morning @SenateCommerce voted in favor of 3 bills I've led or cosponsored: LEGEND Act-- to improve weather forecasting models for farmers HACKED Act-- to boost our cybersecurity workforce READI Act-- to improve emergency alert systems Good to see real work getting done." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "Sorry to miss, but I'm happy to have @BrettFavre in South Dakota to speak at the annual #LawEnforcement banquet. I'm so grateful for the work our law enforcement community does to keep people safe and make South Dakota such a great place to live, work, and raise a family." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "Today, one in every four federal appeals court judges across the U.S. have been nominated by this president & confirmed by the GOP-controlled Senate. I'm confident these judges will protect constitutional rights and uphold individual freedoms." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 12, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the U.S. Department of the Treasury - Scott leads letter to Treasury regarding international insurance capital standard negotiations Sen.John Thune, ...
Nov. 11, 2019 Tweet - "When I look at these photos, I feel so much pride for what my dad, and so many South Dakotans, did in service to our country. This #VeteransDay we show our sincere gratitude to the veterans in our communities. We can never repay the cost of freedom that was earned on our behalf." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 9, 2019 Tweet - "Caught up this afternoon with old friends @SaxbyChambliss and @MLB great Todd Worrell. I've hunted quail with Saxby in Georgia. Great to see him take aim at some SD ring neck pheasants. #perfectday" Sen.John Thune
Nov. 8, 2019 Tweet - "The POW/MIA Flag Act is now law. Our men & women in uniform have valiantly chosen to serve in defense of our freedom & security. Displaying a POW/MIA flag to honor those who haven't returned home is the least we can do to recognize these heroes & the sacrifice of their families." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 8, 2019 Supporting Veterans Every Day Sen.Mike Rounds
Nov. 8, 2019 Rounds, Jones Propose Wounded Warriors Fellowship in the Senate Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Nov. 8, 2019 The Argus Leader - Bursting the Internet "Filter Bubble" Sen.John Thune
Nov. 8, 2019 Thune Statement on POW/MIA Flag Act Being Signed Into Law Sen.John Thune
Nov. 7, 2019 Rounds: During Meeting at White House Today, President Trump Re-Confirms his Commitment to Blending 15 Billion Gallons of Ethanol Annually Sen.Mike Rounds
Nov. 7, 2019 Letter to Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of Environmental Protection Agency - Rounds Submits Letter to EPA on RFS Supplemental Rule Sen.Mike Rounds
Nov. 7, 2019 Tweet - "Renewable fuels support America's heartland and promote home-grown energy independence. @ChuckGrassley, @SenJoniErnst, @SenatorFischer, @SenatorRounds, @RoyBlunt, @SenatorBraun, and I are all in agreement: @EPAAWheeler must uphold the #RFS and give certainty to our producers." Sen.John Thune
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