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June 27, 2019 NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2020--Resumed Sen. John Thune
June 27, 2019 Tweet - "The House just passed the Senate's #bipartisan bill to address the #HumanitarianCrisis at our #SouthernBorder. Glad to see @HouseDemocrats finally put politics aside and join us in providing relief through this critical funding." Sen. John Thune
June 27, 2019 Thune Statement on Senate Passage of Legislation to Fund Our Military Sen. John Thune
June 26, 2019 Tweet - "The #HumanitarianCrisis is unlike anything we've seen at our border. Resources are stretched to a breaking point -- making it more difficult to provide adequate care to families & unaccompanied children. The Senate just passed a bill, which I supported, to provide vital funding." Sen. John Thune
June 26, 2019 Thune Statement on Senate Passage of Humanitarian Aid to Address the Crisis at Our Southern Border Sen. John Thune
June 26, 2019 Tweet - "The funding just passed by the Senate is desperately needed to help our federal agencies provide humanitarian relief while also ensuring the safety and security of all those involved. My full statement on the #bipartisan bill" Sen. John Thune
June 19, 2019 Tweet - "The #PHITact, which would allow you to use pre-tax dollars on gym subscriptions & other exercise expenses, is common-sense legislation that will encourage Americans to be active & help lower health care costs down the road. Watch to learn more (and see my three-point attempts)" Sen. John Thune
June 12, 2019 Tweet - "Our economy continues to grow. We have now 7.4 million jobs available in this country -- or 1.3 jobs for every unemployed person." Sen. John Thune
June 7, 2019 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Kevin McCarthy, Richard Neal, and Kevin Brady - DeLauro Leads Colleagues in Call for Immediate Extension of Biodiesel Tax Incentive Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
June 7, 2019 Thune, Tester Introduce Bill to Allow Licensed Residential Appraisers to Conduct Appraisals on FHA Properties Sen. John Thune, ...
June 6, 2019 Tweet - "What do Americans think about the job market? Majority of Americans rate the economy positively and say it's improving Employment optimism is at its highest level since 2000 71% of Americans say now is a good time to find a quality job" Sen. John Thune
June 6, 2019 Tweet - "In the first quarter, U.S. productivity -- a key factor for creating higher wages and new jobs -- hit its best number in four years. This is a great sign of our healthy and growing economy." Sen. John Thune
June 5, 2019 Executive Session Sen. John Thune
June 5, 2019 U.S. Department of Commerce Invests to Support the Growth of Manufacturing and Tech-based Business in Rapid City, South Dakota Opportunity Zone Sen. Mike Rounds
June 5, 2019 Rep. Johnson Introduces Bill to Improve Pentagon Acquisition Rep. Dusty Johnson
June 3, 2019 Letter to Sen. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and Sen. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Collins, Shaheen Lead Push to Ensure Continued Support for Special Diabetes Program Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
May 24, 2019 The Senate is Working for America Sen. John Thune
May 23, 2019 Tweet - "Glad my bipartisan bill to help stop robocall scammers and criminals passed the Senate by a vote of 97-1. Thanks to @SenMarkey for all of his work on this bill. We urge the House to take up the TRACED Act without delay. https://www.thune.senate.gov/public/index.cfm?p=press-releases&id=E4F86936-0419-48FB-BCD6-EC05CC71FE60 …" Sen. John Thune
May 23, 2019 Heinrich, Capito Introduce Simplifying Outdoor Access for Recreation Act Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
May 23, 2019 Healthcare Sen. John Thune
May 23, 2019 Senate Overwhelmingly Approves Thune, Markey Bill to Crack Down on Annoying, Illegal, and Abusive Robocalls Sen. John Thune, ...
May 22, 2019 Letter to Robert W. Cook, President and Chief Executive Officer of FINRA - Van Hollen, Colleagues Call for New Rule to Protect Seniors from Unscrupulous Financial Advisors Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
May 22, 2019 Tweet - "Thanks to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and its focus on Opportunity Zones, @DakotaState will have the opportunity to build off its well-established success by creating a high-speed research network with help from this important federal grant and strong local support." Sen. John Thune
May 22, 2019 U.S. Department of Commerce Invests to Provide High-Speed Research Computing for Business Growth in South Dakota Opportunity Zon Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
May 21, 2019 Letter to Robert W. Cook, President and CEO of FINRA - Cortez Masto, Colleagues Call for New Rule to Protect Seniors from Unscrupulous Financial Advisors Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
May 20, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Nearly 400 Lawmakers Call on Trump to Address Threats in Syria Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
May 17, 2019 Letter to Hon. Roger Wicker, Chairman of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, Hon. Maria Cantwell, Ranking Member of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, Hon. Ron Johnson, Chairman of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, and Hon. Gary Peters, Ranking Member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee - Cortez Masto, Colleagues Spearhead Effort to Secure Funding for Tourism Organization Critical to U.S. Economy Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
May 16, 2019 Letter to Rep. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives and Rep. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Engel, Olson Lead 300 Members of Congress In Bipartisan Effort To Preserve Lifeline For Safety-Net Hospitals Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
May 16, 2019 Tweet - ""US Weekly jobless claims fall more than expected" via @CNBC" Sen. John Thune
May 16, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture - South Dakota Urges USDA to Provide Short Term Relief to Agriculture Producers Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
May 15, 2019 McSally Introduces Landmark Legislation to Combat Military Sexual Assault Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
May 14, 2019 Tweet - "Joined @Varneyco today to discuss my #TRACEDAct, bipartisan legislation targeting illegal robocallers, scam artists, and others who knowingly break the law." Sen. John Thune
May 10, 2019 What a Difference a Few Pro-Growth Policies Can Make Sen. John Thune
May 10, 2019 Tweet - "The last time the unemployment rate was as low as it is today, a gallon of gasoline would have cost you a whopping $0.35. More on our growing economy " Sen. John Thune
May 9, 2019 Letter to Rep. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives and Rep. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - 378 members of Congress urge House leaders to continue funding special diabetes research program Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
May 8, 2019 Executive Calendar Sen. John Thune
May 7, 2019 Executive Session Sen. John Thune
May 7, 2019 Sen. Cruz Reintroduces Bill to Eliminate Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
May 7, 2019 Tweet - "Today @USDOL announced the number of job openings jumped to 7.5 million in March, which far exceeds the number of Americans looking for work and is more good news for the economy. This is the 13th straight month that job openings have exceeded job seekers." Sen. John Thune
May 7, 2019 Tweet - "My Secure Traveler Act would allow more people who are already serving in positions of public trust to more easily enroll in TSA PreCheck, freeing up resources that could be used on other travelers and help cut down on long airport security lines." Sen. John Thune
May 7, 2019 Thune, Peters Introduce Bill to Expand Enrollment in TSA PreCheck Sen. John Thune, ...
May 4, 2019 Tweet - "The U.S. unemployment rate hasn't been this low since the year the Beatles recorded Abbey Road." Sen. John Thune
May 3, 2019 Thune: Rise in Jobs, Opportunity, and Economic Growth Continues Sen. John Thune
May 3, 2019 Tweet - "Last night, the Senate passed the National Prisoners of War/Missing in Action Flag Act, which I co-sponsored. I hope the House will quickly pass this bill to recognize these American heroes and their families. #POWMIA @DODPAA" Sen. John Thune
May 3, 2019 Tweet - "The unemployment rate hasn't been this low in five decades -- since the year Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin walked on the moon." Sen. John Thune
May 2, 2019 Executive Session Sen. John Thune
May 1, 2019 Executive Session Sen. John Thune
April 30, 2019 Nominations Sen. John Thune
April 17, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Cotton, Cruz, Colleagues Urge Additional Action Following Golan Heights Decision Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
April 16, 2019 Letter to Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, Chair of the Homeland Security Subcommittee of the Senate Appropriations Committee and Sen. Jon Tester, Ranking Member of the Homeland Security Subcommittee of the Senate Appropriations Committee - Sen. Rick Scott: Safeguard United States Coast Guard Pay During Shutdowns Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Date Title Politician
June 27, 2019 NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2020--Resumed Sen.John Thune
June 27, 2019 Tweet - "The House just passed the Senate's #bipartisan bill to address the #HumanitarianCrisis at our #SouthernBorder. Glad to see @HouseDemocrats finally put politics aside and join us in providing relief through this critical funding." Sen.John Thune
June 27, 2019 Thune Statement on Senate Passage of Legislation to Fund Our Military Sen.John Thune
June 26, 2019 Tweet - "The #HumanitarianCrisis is unlike anything we've seen at our border. Resources are stretched to a breaking point -- making it more difficult to provide adequate care to families & unaccompanied children. The Senate just passed a bill, which I supported, to provide vital funding." Sen.John Thune
June 26, 2019 Thune Statement on Senate Passage of Humanitarian Aid to Address the Crisis at Our Southern Border Sen.John Thune
June 26, 2019 Tweet - "The funding just passed by the Senate is desperately needed to help our federal agencies provide humanitarian relief while also ensuring the safety and security of all those involved. My full statement on the #bipartisan bill" Sen.John Thune
June 19, 2019 Tweet - "The #PHITact, which would allow you to use pre-tax dollars on gym subscriptions & other exercise expenses, is common-sense legislation that will encourage Americans to be active & help lower health care costs down the road. Watch to learn more (and see my three-point attempts)" Sen.John Thune
June 12, 2019 Tweet - "Our economy continues to grow. We have now 7.4 million jobs available in this country -- or 1.3 jobs for every unemployed person." Sen.John Thune
June 7, 2019 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Kevin McCarthy, Richard Neal, and Kevin Brady - DeLauro Leads Colleagues in Call for Immediate Extension of Biodiesel Tax Incentive Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
June 7, 2019 Thune, Tester Introduce Bill to Allow Licensed Residential Appraisers to Conduct Appraisals on FHA Properties Sen.John Thune, ...
June 6, 2019 Tweet - "What do Americans think about the job market? Majority of Americans rate the economy positively and say it's improving Employment optimism is at its highest level since 2000 71% of Americans say now is a good time to find a quality job" Sen.John Thune
June 6, 2019 Tweet - "In the first quarter, U.S. productivity -- a key factor for creating higher wages and new jobs -- hit its best number in four years. This is a great sign of our healthy and growing economy." Sen.John Thune
June 5, 2019 Executive Session Sen.John Thune
June 5, 2019 U.S. Department of Commerce Invests to Support the Growth of Manufacturing and Tech-based Business in Rapid City, South Dakota Opportunity Zone Sen.Mike Rounds
June 5, 2019 Rep. Johnson Introduces Bill to Improve Pentagon Acquisition Rep.Dusty Johnson
June 3, 2019 Letter to Sen. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and Sen. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Collins, Shaheen Lead Push to Ensure Continued Support for Special Diabetes Program Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
May 24, 2019 The Senate is Working for America Sen.John Thune
May 23, 2019 Tweet - "Glad my bipartisan bill to help stop robocall scammers and criminals passed the Senate by a vote of 97-1. Thanks to @SenMarkey for all of his work on this bill. We urge the House to take up the TRACED Act without delay. https://www.thune.senate.gov/public/index.cfm?p=press-releases&id=E4F86936-0419-48FB-BCD6-EC05CC71FE60 …" Sen.John Thune
May 23, 2019 Heinrich, Capito Introduce Simplifying Outdoor Access for Recreation Act Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
May 23, 2019 Healthcare Sen.John Thune
May 23, 2019 Senate Overwhelmingly Approves Thune, Markey Bill to Crack Down on Annoying, Illegal, and Abusive Robocalls Sen.John Thune, ...
May 22, 2019 Letter to Robert W. Cook, President and Chief Executive Officer of FINRA - Van Hollen, Colleagues Call for New Rule to Protect Seniors from Unscrupulous Financial Advisors Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
May 22, 2019 Tweet - "Thanks to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and its focus on Opportunity Zones, @DakotaState will have the opportunity to build off its well-established success by creating a high-speed research network with help from this important federal grant and strong local support." Sen.John Thune
May 22, 2019 U.S. Department of Commerce Invests to Provide High-Speed Research Computing for Business Growth in South Dakota Opportunity Zon Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
May 21, 2019 Letter to Robert W. Cook, President and CEO of FINRA - Cortez Masto, Colleagues Call for New Rule to Protect Seniors from Unscrupulous Financial Advisors Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
May 20, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Nearly 400 Lawmakers Call on Trump to Address Threats in Syria Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
May 17, 2019 Letter to Hon. Roger Wicker, Chairman of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, Hon. Maria Cantwell, Ranking Member of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, Hon. Ron Johnson, Chairman of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, and Hon. Gary Peters, Ranking Member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee - Cortez Masto, Colleagues Spearhead Effort to Secure Funding for Tourism Organization Critical to U.S. Economy Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
May 16, 2019 Letter to Rep. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives and Rep. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Engel, Olson Lead 300 Members of Congress In Bipartisan Effort To Preserve Lifeline For Safety-Net Hospitals Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
May 16, 2019 Tweet - ""US Weekly jobless claims fall more than expected" via @CNBC" Sen.John Thune
May 16, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture - South Dakota Urges USDA to Provide Short Term Relief to Agriculture Producers Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
May 15, 2019 McSally Introduces Landmark Legislation to Combat Military Sexual Assault Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
May 14, 2019 Tweet - "Joined @Varneyco today to discuss my #TRACEDAct, bipartisan legislation targeting illegal robocallers, scam artists, and others who knowingly break the law." Sen.John Thune
May 10, 2019 What a Difference a Few Pro-Growth Policies Can Make Sen.John Thune
May 10, 2019 Tweet - "The last time the unemployment rate was as low as it is today, a gallon of gasoline would have cost you a whopping $0.35. More on our growing economy " Sen.John Thune
May 9, 2019 Letter to Rep. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives and Rep. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - 378 members of Congress urge House leaders to continue funding special diabetes research program Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
May 8, 2019 Executive Calendar Sen.John Thune
May 7, 2019 Executive Session Sen.John Thune
May 7, 2019 Sen. Cruz Reintroduces Bill to Eliminate Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
May 7, 2019 Tweet - "Today @USDOL announced the number of job openings jumped to 7.5 million in March, which far exceeds the number of Americans looking for work and is more good news for the economy. This is the 13th straight month that job openings have exceeded job seekers." Sen.John Thune
May 7, 2019 Tweet - "My Secure Traveler Act would allow more people who are already serving in positions of public trust to more easily enroll in TSA PreCheck, freeing up resources that could be used on other travelers and help cut down on long airport security lines." Sen.John Thune
May 7, 2019 Thune, Peters Introduce Bill to Expand Enrollment in TSA PreCheck Sen.John Thune, ...
May 4, 2019 Tweet - "The U.S. unemployment rate hasn't been this low since the year the Beatles recorded Abbey Road." Sen.John Thune
May 3, 2019 Thune: Rise in Jobs, Opportunity, and Economic Growth Continues Sen.John Thune
May 3, 2019 Tweet - "Last night, the Senate passed the National Prisoners of War/Missing in Action Flag Act, which I co-sponsored. I hope the House will quickly pass this bill to recognize these American heroes and their families. #POWMIA @DODPAA" Sen.John Thune
May 3, 2019 Tweet - "The unemployment rate hasn't been this low in five decades -- since the year Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin walked on the moon." Sen.John Thune
May 2, 2019 Executive Session Sen.John Thune
May 1, 2019 Executive Session Sen.John Thune
April 30, 2019 Nominations Sen.John Thune
April 17, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Cotton, Cruz, Colleagues Urge Additional Action Following Golan Heights Decision Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
April 16, 2019 Letter to Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, Chair of the Homeland Security Subcommittee of the Senate Appropriations Committee and Sen. Jon Tester, Ranking Member of the Homeland Security Subcommittee of the Senate Appropriations Committee - Sen. Rick Scott: Safeguard United States Coast Guard Pay During Shutdowns Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
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