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April 8, 2020
Letter to Vice President Mike Pence - Rounds Joins Bipartisan Group of Former Governors Calling for Flexibility in State Stabilization Funding
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
April 1, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Department of Treasury and Charles Rettig, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service - Capito Works to Ensure Seniors Don't Have to File Additional Forms for COVID-19 Assistance
Sen. John Thune, ...
March 27, 2020
Johnson Statement on Bipartisan House Passage of Phase III Covid-19 Relief Package
Rep. Dusty Johnson
March 23, 2020
MIDDLE CLASS HEALTH BENEFITS TAX REPEAL ACT OF 2019--Motion to Proceed
Sen. Mike Rounds
March 20, 2020
Tweet - "Tax Day moved back to July 15 (You can still file early if you are expecting a tax refund and want that money in your pocket sooner.)"
Sen. John Thune
March 20, 2020
Thune, Daines, and King Applaud Administration's Quick Action to Delay Tax Filing Deadline
Sen. John Thune, ...
March 20, 2020
Tweet - "Thank you. This is a common-sense change. I'm glad @USTreasury acted quickly after I made this request yesterday."
Sen. John Thune
March 19, 2020
Senators Recommend Tax Policies for Phase 3 Coronavirus Response
Sen. John Thune, ...
March 19, 2020
Tweet - "Important update I just announced a proposal to move back the tax filing date this year. With #COVID, the last thing on Americans' minds is filing taxes. This will give taxpayers & accountants relief during the busy season so they can practice safety measures like teleworking."
Sen. John Thune
March 19, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Speaker Pelosi, the Hon. Mitch McConnell, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, and the Hon. Charles Schumer - Gianforte Urges Leaders to Include Montana Priorities in Coronavirus Legislation
Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
March 19, 2020
Thune, Daines, and King Introduce Bill to Extend the Tax Filing Deadline, Provide Additional Relief to Middle-Income Americans
Sen. John Thune, ...
March 6, 2020
Tweet - "Dems don't want to talk about it but the economy has been smashing expectations since we implemented strong republican policies like #TaxCuts and deregulation. BOOM"
Sen. John Thune
March 4, 2020
Johnson Votes In Favor Of Coronavirus Funding
Rep. Dusty Johnson
Feb. 4, 2020
Tweet - "Together, Republicans have worked hard to deliver results for the American people: USMCA trade deal Lower taxes 7M new jobs More Americans working than ever before 2.5M Americans risen out of poverty 16,000 new jobs in SD #SOTU @BillHemmer @FoxNews"
Sen. John Thune
Jan. 15, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Mike Enzi, Chairman of the Senate Committee on the Budget, Hon. John Yarmuth, Chairman of the House Committee on the Budget, Hon. Bernie Sanders, Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on the Budget, and Hon. Steve Womack, Ranking Member of the House Committee on the Budget - Rep. Ted Budd Joins Coalition to Direct CBO to Include National Debt Costs
Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 9, 2020
Tweet - "Good first step by the @IRS. It's important to reduce compliance burdens, eliminate confusion, & provide certainty surrounding the tax treatment of this new generation of workers. That's exactly what my #NEWGIGAct would accomplish. More info on my bill"
Sen. John Thune
Jan. 8, 2020
Thune, Wyden Introduce Bill to Improve Child Support Enforcement for Native American Tribes
Sen. John Thune, ...
Jan. 8, 2020
Rounds: TRUST Act "Important Step Toward Addressing Debt Crisis'
Sen. Mike Rounds
Dec. 21, 2019
Tweet - "#TaxReform became law two years ago today, & middle-income Americans have seen the benefits: Higher wages More opportunities Record-low unemployment Great news, but there's more work ahead, including doing everything we can to strengthen the ag economy. My top priority."
Sen. John Thune
Dec. 19, 2019
Heinrich, Rounds Laud Bipartisan Passage Of Cadillac Tax Repeal
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 17, 2019
Rounds' Cadillac Tax Repeal Legislation Included in Omnibus Appropriations Bill
Sen. Mike Rounds
Dec. 10, 2019
Tweet - ""Job Growth Bolsters Confidence" was the headline of the front-page story of the @WSJ this weekend. GOP policies like #TaxCuts have helped spur economic growth. Now, we're focused on #USMCA and ensuring that it's a win for our farmers & ranchers who've been struggling."
Sen. John Thune
Dec. 10, 2019
Letter to House and Senate Leadership - Rounds, Colleagues Urge Congressional Leadership to Fully Repeal "Cadillac Tax"
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 6, 2019
A Better Way to Determine How Your Tax Dollars are Spent
Sen. Mike Rounds
Dec. 5, 2019
Tweet - "October's #JobsReport showed unemployment was at a low 3.6%. In contrast, in October 2011 - the same point in Obama's presidency - unemployment was at 9%. GOP policies like #TaxCuts have helped foster a strong labor market & higher wages, which continue to attract workers."
Sen. John Thune
Nov. 21, 2019
Rounds Votes No on CR
Sen. Mike Rounds
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. 6, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Joyce, Brindisi Lead Bipartisan Charge to Lower Health Care Costs
Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Oct. 23, 2019
Providing for Congressional Disapproval Under Chapter 8 of Title United States Code, of the Rule Submitted By the Internal Revenue Service, Department of the Treasury, Relating to ``Contributions in Exchange for State or Local Tax Credits''
Sen. John Thune
Oct. 23, 2019
Tweet - "South Dakota named the #2 best state in the country for business tax climate because of our low tax burden on businesses and individuals. "Low-tax states had a 109% advantage in the rate of private sector job growth over high-tax states " Read more"
Sen. John Thune
Oct. 2, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the United States Senate and the Hon. Chuck Schumer, Minority Leader of the United States Senate - Udall, Heinrich call for financial certainty for rural counties
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Oct. 2, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the US Senate, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Minority Leader of the US Senate - Bipartisan Group of 31 Senators Request Two-Year Reauthorization for PILT and SRS Programs
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 26, 2019
Rounds Votes No on CR
Sen. Mike Rounds
Sept. 18, 2019
Tweet - "This is what happens when you put Americans back in control of their own earnings and give job-makers the tools they need to expand their businesses and hire new workers. #TaxCuts"
Sen. John Thune
Sept. 17, 2019
Tweet - "New Census report shows that American families are seeing the benefits of Republican policies that let Americans keep more of their hard-earned money. Since #GOPTaxCuts: Median household income reached the highest level ever poverty reached its lowest level since 2001"
Sen. John Thune
Sept. 13, 2019
Tweet - "Updated the Sioux Falls Rotary West Club on the work Congress has to tackle this fall, including confirming more federal judges (over 150 so far), getting #USMCA signed into law, and passing a budget. Thanks to everyone who came by."
Sen. John Thune
Aug. 5, 2019
Letter to the Hon. James Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Armed Services, the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Armed Services, the Hon. Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, and the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee - Senators Jones and Collins Lead Colleagues in New Push to Repeal Military Widow's Tax
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 1, 2019
Bipartisan Budget Agreement Strengthens the Military and Supports Veterans
Sen. Mike Rounds
July 26, 2019
Keeping Up With an Ever-Changing World
Sen. John Thune
July 25, 2019
Letter to Mitch McConnell and Chuck Schumer - Rounds, Heinrich Urge Swift Senate Action to Permanently Repeal Cadillac Tax
Sen. Mike Rounds
July 18, 2019
Following House Passage, Rounds and Heinrich Urge Swift Senate Action to Permanently Repeal Cadillac Tax
Sen. Mike Rounds
July 18, 2019
Bilirakis Coauthors Legislation to Improve Transparency and Ensure Addiction Funding Is Effectively Spent
Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
July 17, 2019
Following House Passage, Heinrich and Rounds Urge Swift Senate Action to Permanently Repeal Cadillac Tax
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
July 10, 2019
Executive Session
Sen. John Thune
July 3, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of Treasury, the Hon. Mick Mulvaney, Acting White House Chief of Staff, and the Hon. Russell Vought, Acting Director of the Office of Management and Budget - Senators Encourage Trump Administration To Avoid Another Continuing Resolution
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
May 24, 2019
The Senate is Working for America
Sen. John Thune
May 24, 2019
CBS This Morning: Thune Discusses His Bill to Help Graduates Pay Back Their Student Loans
Sen. John Thune
May 23, 2019
Rounds Statement on Committee Approval of 2020 NDAA
Sen. Mike Rounds
May 21, 2019
Executive Session
Sen. John Thune
May 15, 2019
Thune, Casey Reintroduce Bill to Encourage Year-Round Charitable Giving
Sen. John Thune, ...
Date
Title
Politician
April 8, 2020
Letter to Vice President Mike Pence - Rounds Joins Bipartisan Group of Former Governors Calling for Flexibility in State Stabilization Funding
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
April 1, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Department of Treasury and Charles Rettig, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service - Capito Works to Ensure Seniors Don't Have to File Additional Forms for COVID-19 Assistance
Sen.John Thune, ...
March 27, 2020
Johnson Statement on Bipartisan House Passage of Phase III Covid-19 Relief Package
Rep.Dusty Johnson
March 23, 2020
MIDDLE CLASS HEALTH BENEFITS TAX REPEAL ACT OF 2019--Motion to Proceed
Sen.Mike Rounds
March 20, 2020
Tweet - "Tax Day moved back to July 15 (You can still file early if you are expecting a tax refund and want that money in your pocket sooner.)"
Sen.John Thune
March 20, 2020
Thune, Daines, and King Applaud Administration's Quick Action to Delay Tax Filing Deadline
Sen.John Thune, ...
March 20, 2020
Tweet - "Thank you. This is a common-sense change. I'm glad @USTreasury acted quickly after I made this request yesterday."
Sen.John Thune
March 19, 2020
Senators Recommend Tax Policies for Phase 3 Coronavirus Response
Sen.John Thune, ...
March 19, 2020
Tweet - "Important update I just announced a proposal to move back the tax filing date this year. With #COVID, the last thing on Americans' minds is filing taxes. This will give taxpayers & accountants relief during the busy season so they can practice safety measures like teleworking."
Sen.John Thune
March 19, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Speaker Pelosi, the Hon. Mitch McConnell, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, and the Hon. Charles Schumer - Gianforte Urges Leaders to Include Montana Priorities in Coronavirus Legislation
Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
March 19, 2020
Thune, Daines, and King Introduce Bill to Extend the Tax Filing Deadline, Provide Additional Relief to Middle-Income Americans
Sen.John Thune, ...
March 6, 2020
Tweet - "Dems don't want to talk about it but the economy has been smashing expectations since we implemented strong republican policies like #TaxCuts and deregulation. BOOM"
Sen.John Thune
March 4, 2020
Johnson Votes In Favor Of Coronavirus Funding
Rep.Dusty Johnson
Feb. 4, 2020
Tweet - "Together, Republicans have worked hard to deliver results for the American people: USMCA trade deal Lower taxes 7M new jobs More Americans working than ever before 2.5M Americans risen out of poverty 16,000 new jobs in SD #SOTU @BillHemmer @FoxNews"
Sen.John Thune
Jan. 15, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Mike Enzi, Chairman of the Senate Committee on the Budget, Hon. John Yarmuth, Chairman of the House Committee on the Budget, Hon. Bernie Sanders, Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on the Budget, and Hon. Steve Womack, Ranking Member of the House Committee on the Budget - Rep. Ted Budd Joins Coalition to Direct CBO to Include National Debt Costs
Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 9, 2020
Tweet - "Good first step by the @IRS. It's important to reduce compliance burdens, eliminate confusion, & provide certainty surrounding the tax treatment of this new generation of workers. That's exactly what my #NEWGIGAct would accomplish. More info on my bill"
Sen.John Thune
Jan. 8, 2020
Thune, Wyden Introduce Bill to Improve Child Support Enforcement for Native American Tribes
Sen.John Thune, ...
Jan. 8, 2020
Rounds: TRUST Act "Important Step Toward Addressing Debt Crisis'
Sen.Mike Rounds
Dec. 21, 2019
Tweet - "#TaxReform became law two years ago today, & middle-income Americans have seen the benefits: Higher wages More opportunities Record-low unemployment Great news, but there's more work ahead, including doing everything we can to strengthen the ag economy. My top priority."
Sen.John Thune
Dec. 19, 2019
Heinrich, Rounds Laud Bipartisan Passage Of Cadillac Tax Repeal
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 17, 2019
Rounds' Cadillac Tax Repeal Legislation Included in Omnibus Appropriations Bill
Sen.Mike Rounds
Dec. 10, 2019
Tweet - ""Job Growth Bolsters Confidence" was the headline of the front-page story of the @WSJ this weekend. GOP policies like #TaxCuts have helped spur economic growth. Now, we're focused on #USMCA and ensuring that it's a win for our farmers & ranchers who've been struggling."
Sen.John Thune
Dec. 10, 2019
Letter to House and Senate Leadership - Rounds, Colleagues Urge Congressional Leadership to Fully Repeal "Cadillac Tax"
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 6, 2019
A Better Way to Determine How Your Tax Dollars are Spent
Sen.Mike Rounds
Dec. 5, 2019
Tweet - "October's #JobsReport showed unemployment was at a low 3.6%. In contrast, in October 2011 - the same point in Obama's presidency - unemployment was at 9%. GOP policies like #TaxCuts have helped foster a strong labor market & higher wages, which continue to attract workers."
Sen.John Thune
Nov. 21, 2019
Rounds Votes No on CR
Sen.Mike Rounds
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. 6, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Joyce, Brindisi Lead Bipartisan Charge to Lower Health Care Costs
Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Oct. 23, 2019
Providing for Congressional Disapproval Under Chapter 8 of Title United States Code, of the Rule Submitted By the Internal Revenue Service, Department of the Treasury, Relating to ``Contributions in Exchange for State or Local Tax Credits''
Sen.John Thune
Oct. 23, 2019
Tweet - "South Dakota named the #2 best state in the country for business tax climate because of our low tax burden on businesses and individuals. "Low-tax states had a 109% advantage in the rate of private sector job growth over high-tax states " Read more"
Sen.John Thune
Oct. 2, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the United States Senate and the Hon. Chuck Schumer, Minority Leader of the United States Senate - Udall, Heinrich call for financial certainty for rural counties
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Oct. 2, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the US Senate, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Minority Leader of the US Senate - Bipartisan Group of 31 Senators Request Two-Year Reauthorization for PILT and SRS Programs
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 26, 2019
Rounds Votes No on CR
Sen.Mike Rounds
Sept. 18, 2019
Tweet - "This is what happens when you put Americans back in control of their own earnings and give job-makers the tools they need to expand their businesses and hire new workers. #TaxCuts"
Sen.John Thune
Sept. 17, 2019
Tweet - "New Census report shows that American families are seeing the benefits of Republican policies that let Americans keep more of their hard-earned money. Since #GOPTaxCuts: Median household income reached the highest level ever poverty reached its lowest level since 2001"
Sen.John Thune
Sept. 13, 2019
Tweet - "Updated the Sioux Falls Rotary West Club on the work Congress has to tackle this fall, including confirming more federal judges (over 150 so far), getting #USMCA signed into law, and passing a budget. Thanks to everyone who came by."
Sen.John Thune
Aug. 5, 2019
Letter to the Hon. James Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Armed Services, the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Armed Services, the Hon. Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, and the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee - Senators Jones and Collins Lead Colleagues in New Push to Repeal Military Widow's Tax
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 1, 2019
Bipartisan Budget Agreement Strengthens the Military and Supports Veterans
Sen.Mike Rounds
July 26, 2019
Keeping Up With an Ever-Changing World
Sen.John Thune
July 25, 2019
Letter to Mitch McConnell and Chuck Schumer - Rounds, Heinrich Urge Swift Senate Action to Permanently Repeal Cadillac Tax
Sen.Mike Rounds
July 18, 2019
Following House Passage, Rounds and Heinrich Urge Swift Senate Action to Permanently Repeal Cadillac Tax
Sen.Mike Rounds
July 18, 2019
Bilirakis Coauthors Legislation to Improve Transparency and Ensure Addiction Funding Is Effectively Spent
Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
July 17, 2019
Following House Passage, Heinrich and Rounds Urge Swift Senate Action to Permanently Repeal Cadillac Tax
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
July 10, 2019
Executive Session
Sen.John Thune
July 3, 2019
Letter to the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of Treasury, the Hon. Mick Mulvaney, Acting White House Chief of Staff, and the Hon. Russell Vought, Acting Director of the Office of Management and Budget - Senators Encourage Trump Administration To Avoid Another Continuing Resolution
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
May 24, 2019
The Senate is Working for America
Sen.John Thune
May 24, 2019
CBS This Morning: Thune Discusses His Bill to Help Graduates Pay Back Their Student Loans
Sen.John Thune
May 23, 2019
Rounds Statement on Committee Approval of 2020 NDAA
Sen.Mike Rounds
May 21, 2019
Executive Session
Sen.John Thune
May 15, 2019
Thune, Casey Reintroduce Bill to Encourage Year-Round Charitable Giving
Sen.John Thune, ...
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