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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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