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Sept. 15, 2020 Blackburn, Thune Move to Expand TSA PreCheck Enrollment Options for Rural Americans Sen. John Thune, ...
Sept. 15, 2020 Tweet - "The @SenateGOP majority has, at times, been frustrated by the filibuster, but we've always respected what it means to the Senate. Now, here we are, defending the rights Dems enjoy in the minority while they're already talking about rolling them back if they regain the majority." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 15, 2020 Cloture Motion Sen. John Thune
Sept. 15, 2020 Tweet - "Senate Dems recently filibustered: Relief funding for schools COVID vaccine funding Stimulus payments to Americans Police reform Now, they're saying they would eliminate the filibuster. This situation stretches the meaning of irony -- even by Washington standards." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 15, 2020 Problem Solvers Caucus unveils "March to Common Ground" COVID stimulus framework Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 14, 2020 Delegation Applauds Environmental Protection Agency Decision to Deny "Gap-Year' Small Refinery Exemption Petitions Sen. John Thune, ...
Sept. 14, 2020 Tweet - "Exciting to see the Air Force's B-21 basing process is continuing to advance. We were proud to have Ellsworth AFB named the best site to host the first main operating base for the Raider. These draft EIS numbers back up that decision. More info: https://b21eis.com" Sen. John Thune
Sept. 11, 2020 Tweet - "On the anniversary of 9/11, we remember to #NeverForget & continue to honor the legacy set by all the brave Americans who sacrificed that day. There are countless examples of super-human bravery on #September11. This story of #Flight93 is one of the most striking examples." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. James Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee - Barrasso Leads Bipartisan, Bicameral Letter Calling for the USE IT Act in NDAA Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William P. Barr, Attorney General - Senator Collins Joins Effort to Ensure Law Enforcement Officials Are Protected Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - To Help Maine's Rural Veterans, Senator King and Bipartisan Group of Senators Call for VA Voice Telehealth Services Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Bar, United States Attorney General - Inhofe, Tillis, Senate Colleagues Push to Ensure Law Enforcement Officials are Protected Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 10, 2020 Tweet - "I hope every American understands what's been happening in Congress w/ #COVID relief funding. Republicans have been trying in earnest to pass a bill; we've offered multiple versions & pursued negotiations. Dems intro'd one spending spree bill & adamantly refused to compromise." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 10, 2020 Tweet - "If Dems really shared Republicans' urgency to deliver relief to Americans, they'd work w/ us to get a compromise bill through Congress. Yet, they refuse to negotiate. The logical conclusion is that Dems, with eyes on November, would rather have a political issue than pass a bill." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 10, 2020 Coronavirus Sen. John Thune
Sept. 10, 2020 Tweet - "It's wild to me that Dems just blocked GOP's bill that would've put billions in relief funds toward students, vaccine research, American jobs, & more areas of immediate need. Even if it didn't contain all the spending Dems want, isn't targeted relief better than no relief?" Sen. John Thune
Sept. 10, 2020 Executive Calendar Sen. John Thune
Sept. 10, 2020 Executive Calendar Sen. John Thune
Sept. 10, 2020 Delegation Applauds Progress Toward Keeping Hot Springs VA Medical Center Open Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 10, 2020 With Delegation Support, Department of Transportation Awards South Dakota Critical Highway Funding Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 10, 2020 Never Forget Sen. John Thune
Sept. 10, 2020 Thune Statement on Democrats' Filibuster of Coronavirus Relief Funding Sen. John Thune
Sept. 9, 2020 Tweet - "For any South Dakotans struggling with thoughts of suicide, please know help is available. To talk to someone call or text 800-273-8255 or text TALK to 741741. #SuicidePreventionWeek" Sen. John Thune
Sept. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Here's a quick update on our latest effort to get vital funding to Americans who are most impacted by the #coronavirus pandemic We're focused on areas with the most immediate need: - unemployed Americans - vaccine research - small businesses - testing - students & parents" Sen. John Thune
Sept. 9, 2020 Tweet - ". @SenateGOP 's latest #coronavirus relief bill is another effort by Republicans to try to find common ground on a realistic #COVID19 funding proposal. This week's vote will be an opportunity for Dems to finally take action after showing an unwillingness to negotiate for months." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Let's be clear: The Democrats' current negotiating position is that unless Congress passes their $3 trillion #COVID spending proposal, they aren't interested in a deal. That's right, Dems think providing Americans with *zero* assistance is better than our targeted bill." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 9, 2020 Tweet - "As I informed the @EPA back in June, any so-called "gap SREs" will only worsen challenges for biofuels and our farmers. The administration would be right to fully reject these petitions." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 9, 2020 Coronavirus Sen. John Thune
Sept. 9, 2020 Cloture Motion Sen. John Thune
Sept. 8, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Gardner Urges House Leadership to Quickly Pass Veteran Mental Health Legislation Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 8, 2020 Cloture Motion Sen. John Thune
Sept. 8, 2020 Tweet - "There have been two consistent themes of the #COVID19 federal response: 1. Dems' unwillingness to negotiate on any point unless GOP agrees to add trillions to the national debt. 2. Republicans' efforts to find common ground on a targeted and fiscally responsible COVID relief." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Hanging out with Haven. This may be one of the rare summers I don't mind seeing come to an end, but this COVID grand baby has been a 2020 bright spot. #blessed #LaborDayWeekend" Sen. John Thune
Sept. 6, 2020 South Dakota War College - US Senator John Thune's Weekly Column: Staying on Course to Advance Self-Driving Vehicles Sen. John Thune
Sept. 4, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Tester Presses VA to Provide Coverage for Telehealth Services for Family Members During COVID-19 Pandemic Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 4, 2020 Tweet - "Had a great time at the South Dakota State Fair in Huron today visiting with South Dakotans, touring the exhibits, and meeting with the SD pork producers." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 4, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Newhouse Joins Call to Include Wheat Growers in USDA Coronavirus Aid Program Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 4, 2020 Tweet - "1.4 million jobs were added back, and unemployment fell lower in August -- a pretty good #JobsReport showing improvement in the economy. We still have a ways to go to get back to the stellar economy we had before #COVID19, but this a good progress." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 4, 2020 Letter to President Donald J. Trump - Wicker Leads 94 Pro-Life Legislators in Call to End Taxpayer-Funded Embryonic Stem Cell Research Sen. John Thune, ...
Sept. 3, 2020 Tweet - "Automated vehicles have the potential to drastically improve safety on America's roads. I was glad to be a part of @USDOT @SecElaineChao 's launch of the AV TEST initiative. America should be leading the way to harness the safety & economic benefits of this emerging technology." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 3, 2020 Tweet - "Any #AV policy must ensure 3 things: 1. preserve roles of federal & state regulators 2. build on @NHTSAgov 's efforts to update regulations not written with AVs in mind 3. enhance NHTSA's ability to expand testing & grant exemptions if existing regulations block safety innovations" Sen. John Thune
Sept. 2, 2020 Letter to U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue - Crapo, Risch Call for Wheat Grower Assistance Sen. John Thune, ...
Sept. 1, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Elaine Chao, Secretary of Transportation, the Hon. Steve Dickenson, Administrator Federal Aviation Administration - Inhofe, Van Hollen, Senators Urge DOT and FAA to Authorize Aviation Workforce Grant Programs Sen. John Thune, ...
Sept. 1, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Stephen Hahn, Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Collins urges FDA to classify "abortion on demand" pill as "hazard to public health" Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 1, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Treasury - Johnson, Tillis Request PPE Tax Deduction for Teachers Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 1, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Stephen Hahn, Commissioner of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration - Wicker, Hyde-Smith & Colleagues Want Abortion Pill Classified as Hazard to Public Health Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 30, 2020 South Dakota War College - US Senator John Thune's Weekly Column: Thank You to South Dakota's Frontline Heroes Sen. John Thune
Aug. 28, 2020 Tweet - "Honored to send off members of the @SD_Guard 's 196th MEB at their activation ceremony in Sioux Falls. So proud of these South Dakotans who have all chosen to serve our country." Sen. John Thune
Aug. 27, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Emmer Supports Continued Actions to Confront Iran Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 26, 2020 Letter to The Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary, U.S. Department of Agriculture - Murphy Joins Republican Members to Send Letter Urging USDA to Give Schools Flexibility Needed to Feed Students During COVID Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Date Title Politician
Sept. 15, 2020 Blackburn, Thune Move to Expand TSA PreCheck Enrollment Options for Rural Americans Sen.John Thune, ...
Sept. 15, 2020 Tweet - "The @SenateGOP majority has, at times, been frustrated by the filibuster, but we've always respected what it means to the Senate. Now, here we are, defending the rights Dems enjoy in the minority while they're already talking about rolling them back if they regain the majority." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 15, 2020 Cloture Motion Sen.John Thune
Sept. 15, 2020 Tweet - "Senate Dems recently filibustered: Relief funding for schools COVID vaccine funding Stimulus payments to Americans Police reform Now, they're saying they would eliminate the filibuster. This situation stretches the meaning of irony -- even by Washington standards." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 15, 2020 Problem Solvers Caucus unveils "March to Common Ground" COVID stimulus framework Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 14, 2020 Delegation Applauds Environmental Protection Agency Decision to Deny "Gap-Year' Small Refinery Exemption Petitions Sen.John Thune, ...
Sept. 14, 2020 Tweet - "Exciting to see the Air Force's B-21 basing process is continuing to advance. We were proud to have Ellsworth AFB named the best site to host the first main operating base for the Raider. These draft EIS numbers back up that decision. More info: https://b21eis.com" Sen.John Thune
Sept. 11, 2020 Tweet - "On the anniversary of 9/11, we remember to #NeverForget & continue to honor the legacy set by all the brave Americans who sacrificed that day. There are countless examples of super-human bravery on #September11. This story of #Flight93 is one of the most striking examples." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. James Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee - Barrasso Leads Bipartisan, Bicameral Letter Calling for the USE IT Act in NDAA Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William P. Barr, Attorney General - Senator Collins Joins Effort to Ensure Law Enforcement Officials Are Protected Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - To Help Maine's Rural Veterans, Senator King and Bipartisan Group of Senators Call for VA Voice Telehealth Services Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Bar, United States Attorney General - Inhofe, Tillis, Senate Colleagues Push to Ensure Law Enforcement Officials are Protected Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 10, 2020 Tweet - "I hope every American understands what's been happening in Congress w/ #COVID relief funding. Republicans have been trying in earnest to pass a bill; we've offered multiple versions & pursued negotiations. Dems intro'd one spending spree bill & adamantly refused to compromise." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 10, 2020 Tweet - "If Dems really shared Republicans' urgency to deliver relief to Americans, they'd work w/ us to get a compromise bill through Congress. Yet, they refuse to negotiate. The logical conclusion is that Dems, with eyes on November, would rather have a political issue than pass a bill." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 10, 2020 Coronavirus Sen.John Thune
Sept. 10, 2020 Tweet - "It's wild to me that Dems just blocked GOP's bill that would've put billions in relief funds toward students, vaccine research, American jobs, & more areas of immediate need. Even if it didn't contain all the spending Dems want, isn't targeted relief better than no relief?" Sen.John Thune
Sept. 10, 2020 Executive Calendar Sen.John Thune
Sept. 10, 2020 Executive Calendar Sen.John Thune
Sept. 10, 2020 Delegation Applauds Progress Toward Keeping Hot Springs VA Medical Center Open Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 10, 2020 With Delegation Support, Department of Transportation Awards South Dakota Critical Highway Funding Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 10, 2020 Never Forget Sen.John Thune
Sept. 10, 2020 Thune Statement on Democrats' Filibuster of Coronavirus Relief Funding Sen.John Thune
Sept. 9, 2020 Tweet - "For any South Dakotans struggling with thoughts of suicide, please know help is available. To talk to someone call or text 800-273-8255 or text TALK to 741741. #SuicidePreventionWeek" Sen.John Thune
Sept. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Here's a quick update on our latest effort to get vital funding to Americans who are most impacted by the #coronavirus pandemic We're focused on areas with the most immediate need: - unemployed Americans - vaccine research - small businesses - testing - students & parents" Sen.John Thune
Sept. 9, 2020 Tweet - ". @SenateGOP 's latest #coronavirus relief bill is another effort by Republicans to try to find common ground on a realistic #COVID19 funding proposal. This week's vote will be an opportunity for Dems to finally take action after showing an unwillingness to negotiate for months." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Let's be clear: The Democrats' current negotiating position is that unless Congress passes their $3 trillion #COVID spending proposal, they aren't interested in a deal. That's right, Dems think providing Americans with *zero* assistance is better than our targeted bill." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 9, 2020 Tweet - "As I informed the @EPA back in June, any so-called "gap SREs" will only worsen challenges for biofuels and our farmers. The administration would be right to fully reject these petitions." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 9, 2020 Coronavirus Sen.John Thune
Sept. 9, 2020 Cloture Motion Sen.John Thune
Sept. 8, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Gardner Urges House Leadership to Quickly Pass Veteran Mental Health Legislation Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 8, 2020 Cloture Motion Sen.John Thune
Sept. 8, 2020 Tweet - "There have been two consistent themes of the #COVID19 federal response: 1. Dems' unwillingness to negotiate on any point unless GOP agrees to add trillions to the national debt. 2. Republicans' efforts to find common ground on a targeted and fiscally responsible COVID relief." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Hanging out with Haven. This may be one of the rare summers I don't mind seeing come to an end, but this COVID grand baby has been a 2020 bright spot. #blessed #LaborDayWeekend" Sen.John Thune
Sept. 6, 2020 South Dakota War College - US Senator John Thune's Weekly Column: Staying on Course to Advance Self-Driving Vehicles Sen.John Thune
Sept. 4, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Tester Presses VA to Provide Coverage for Telehealth Services for Family Members During COVID-19 Pandemic Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 4, 2020 Tweet - "Had a great time at the South Dakota State Fair in Huron today visiting with South Dakotans, touring the exhibits, and meeting with the SD pork producers." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 4, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Newhouse Joins Call to Include Wheat Growers in USDA Coronavirus Aid Program Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 4, 2020 Tweet - "1.4 million jobs were added back, and unemployment fell lower in August -- a pretty good #JobsReport showing improvement in the economy. We still have a ways to go to get back to the stellar economy we had before #COVID19, but this a good progress." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 4, 2020 Letter to President Donald J. Trump - Wicker Leads 94 Pro-Life Legislators in Call to End Taxpayer-Funded Embryonic Stem Cell Research Sen.John Thune, ...
Sept. 3, 2020 Tweet - "Automated vehicles have the potential to drastically improve safety on America's roads. I was glad to be a part of @USDOT @SecElaineChao 's launch of the AV TEST initiative. America should be leading the way to harness the safety & economic benefits of this emerging technology." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 3, 2020 Tweet - "Any #AV policy must ensure 3 things: 1. preserve roles of federal & state regulators 2. build on @NHTSAgov 's efforts to update regulations not written with AVs in mind 3. enhance NHTSA's ability to expand testing & grant exemptions if existing regulations block safety innovations" Sen.John Thune
Sept. 2, 2020 Letter to U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue - Crapo, Risch Call for Wheat Grower Assistance Sen.John Thune, ...
Sept. 1, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Elaine Chao, Secretary of Transportation, the Hon. Steve Dickenson, Administrator Federal Aviation Administration - Inhofe, Van Hollen, Senators Urge DOT and FAA to Authorize Aviation Workforce Grant Programs Sen.John Thune, ...
Sept. 1, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Stephen Hahn, Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Collins urges FDA to classify "abortion on demand" pill as "hazard to public health" Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 1, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Treasury - Johnson, Tillis Request PPE Tax Deduction for Teachers Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 1, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Stephen Hahn, Commissioner of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration - Wicker, Hyde-Smith & Colleagues Want Abortion Pill Classified as Hazard to Public Health Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 30, 2020 South Dakota War College - US Senator John Thune's Weekly Column: Thank You to South Dakota's Frontline Heroes Sen.John Thune
Aug. 28, 2020 Tweet - "Honored to send off members of the @SD_Guard 's 196th MEB at their activation ceremony in Sioux Falls. So proud of these South Dakotans who have all chosen to serve our country." Sen.John Thune
Aug. 27, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Emmer Supports Continued Actions to Confront Iran Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 26, 2020 Letter to The Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary, U.S. Department of Agriculture - Murphy Joins Republican Members to Send Letter Urging USDA to Give Schools Flexibility Needed to Feed Students During COVID Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
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