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April 7, 2020 Tweet - "Today at 1 p.m. CT, @USDA is hosting an online seminar to share info and answer questions about SHIPP, my new soil health protection program. Tune in for 30 min to learn about the program's benefits, eligibility, & rental rates. Link to join seminar" Sen. John Thune
April 6, 2020 Letter to Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Grassley, Duckworth, Ernst Call on USDA to Allocate Additional Funds to Biofuel Industry Negatively Impacted by COVID-19 Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
April 3, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Durbin, Duckworth Join Bipartisan Letter Urging USDA To Ensure Continuity Of Food Supply By Supporting Farmers During COVID-19 Pandemic Sen. John Thune, ...
April 1, 2020 Letter to Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Blunt, Hawley Join Colleagues in Urging USDA to Provide Immediate Assistance to Cattle Producers Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
March 26, 2020 Delegation-Supported Provisions to Help South Dakota Farmers and Ranchers Included in Latest Coronavirus Relief Bill Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
March 24, 2020 Tweet - "In these uncertain times, Americans are increasingly grateful for what's on grocery store shelves. That food is there because of the hard work of our farmers & ranchers who in good times & bad do whatever they can to help feed the world. #ThankAFarmer #AgDay" Sen. John Thune
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "Our farmers and ranchers are doing their part to keep the grocery shelves stocked and food on our tables. We need to do our part and provide the resources necessary to support them." Sen. John Thune
March 22, 2020 Tweet - "I had a call with @SecretarySonny Perdue about this issue on Friday. I'm glad to see that @USDA is listening closely to our producers. The cattle markets are really hurting in states like South Dakota. All options should be on the table." Sen. John Thune
March 20, 2020 Klobuchar, Smith Help Make Bipartisan Push Urging President Trump to Support Renewable Fuel Standard Sen. John Thune, ...
March 19, 2020 Letter to Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State, Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security, and Eugene Scalia, Secretary of Labor - Bipartisan, Bicameral Effort to Help Protect Domestic Food Supply During Coronavirus Pandemic Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
March 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General, and the Hon. Makan Delrahim, Assistant Attorney General - Daines Calls On DOJ to Investigate Price-Fixing, Market Manipulation Within Cattle Market and Meatpacking Industry Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
March 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Axne Joins Biofuels Caucus in Urging Administration to Uphold Court Ruling on Ethanol Waivers Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
March 16, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture - Sen. Tillis, Rep. Johnson Urge USDA to Protect Nation's Food Supply During Coronavirus Outbreak Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
March 12, 2020 Thune, Stabenow Introduce Legislation to Provide Flexibility for Harvesting and Grazing Cover Crops on Prevented Plant Acres Sen. John Thune, ...
March 10, 2020 Letter to Robert Lighthizer, US Trade Representative - Womack Calls for Level Playing Field for U.S. Poultry Producers in U.K. Trade Negotiations Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
March 6, 2020 Tweet - "#COVID19 funding approved Support for Israel Protect against China digital security threat Bipartisan energy bill (and more on that next week) More critical items in Washington this week? #WeekInWashingtonWrapUp" Sen. John Thune
March 6, 2020 Johnson Commends USDA Plan To Move Forward With Labeling Changes Rep. Dusty Johnson
March 4, 2020 Letter to Hon. Mary B. Neumayr, Chairman of the Council on Environmental Quality - Scalise, Newhouse Lead 130 Members to Support NEPA Modernization Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
March 3, 2020 Tweet - "The Senate is working on the American Energy Innovation Act -- bipartisan legislation that focuses on bolstering American energy -- including measures to help us regain our edge in the use of #CleanEnergy technologies like wind, hydropower, and nuclear energy." Sen. John Thune
March 3, 2020 Tweet - "Praying for Nashville and all of the families affected by the storm last night. My daughter went to @BelmontUniv , and the community has a special place in our family's heart. Incredibly saddened by this news." Sen. John Thune
March 3, 2020 Tweet - "Let's get one thing clear -- we all want clean air & water. As an avid outdoorsman, I care about protecting our land. But it doesn't have to come with a burdensome cost to American producers, workers, and families. In SD, clean energy like wind has helped boost our economy." Sen. John Thune
March 3, 2020 Tweet - "SD is leading the way on clean energy solutions like wind & hydropower (over 70 percent). South Dakotans love our state & a lot of that love is for the natural beauty of our land. I'm always looking for ways to support clean energy WHILE boosting our economy -- not crippling it." Sen. John Thune
Feb. 28, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture - Thune Leads Bipartisan Group of Senators in Expressing Concerns with USDA's Decision to Lift Brazilian Beef Ban Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 28, 2020 Tweet - ". @USDA just received a letter from me and fellow senators who are concerned about the agency's decision to lift a ban on Brazilian beef. There are serious concerns about safety standards." Sen. John Thune
Feb. 25, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Jerome Powell, Chair of the Federal Reserve, the Hon. Jelena McWilliams, Chair of the Board of Directors of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the Hon. Joseph Otting, Comptroller of the Currency, and the Hon. Rodney Hood, Chairman of the National Credit Union Administration - Thune, Baldwin Urge Financial Regulators to Ensure the Agriculture Industry has Adequate Access to Capital Sen. John Thune, ...
Feb. 24, 2020 USDA Announces Thune-Authored Conservation Pilot Program to Begin in South Dakota, Other Prairie Pothole Region States Sen. John Thune
Feb. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Thanks to @SDSHCoalition , @sdsoybean , @sdcorn , and @usda for the words of support for my conservation pilot program, #SHIPP. The program is similar to the popular CRP but with a shorter commitment for SD farmers." Sen. John Thune
Feb. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Through the years, I've had the opportunity to meet with so many impressive members of the @NationalFFA . Agriculture is the lifeblood of South Dakota. The @SD_FFA and chapters across the country are helping develop our future #ag leaders. Happy National FFA Week." Sen. John Thune
Feb. 24, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mindy M. Brashears, Deputy Under Secretary for Food Safety at the U.S. Department of Agriculture - Johnson Questions Brazilian Beef Imports Rep. Dusty Johnson
Feb. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Happy to announce on #SoilHealthAwarenessDay that sign-up for my new @USDA conservation pilot program -- the Soil Health and Income Protection Program (SHIPP), which was inspired by feedback from SD producers -- is expected to open soon. More in my column" Sen. John Thune
Feb. 21, 2020 Argus Leader - South Dakota-Inspired Conservation Program Set to Begin Sen. John Thune
Feb. 14, 2020 Argus Leader - A Tale of Two Economies Sen. John Thune
Feb. 12, 2020 Tillis, Burr, Jones, Cornyn, Cruz, Lankford and Rounds Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Expedite Disaster Recovery Projects Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 11, 2020 Tweet - "Thanks to GOP economic policies, more Americans are working, & the economy is thriving. While the larger economy continues to surge, our ag economy is still lagging behind. #USMCA was an important step, but I'm continuing to work on policies to help SD's farmers and ranchers." Sen. John Thune
Feb. 11, 2020 Tweet - "The economy is thriving, but there's always more we can do -- especially for our farmers & ranchers. It's time for us to turn the page on partisanship and focus on what really matters: continuing to pursue pro-growth policies that create more opportunities for the American people." Sen. John Thune
Feb. 7, 2020 Tweet - "The January #JobsReport shows the best monthly private-sector gain in nearly 5 years -- nearly twice what was expected. Once again, the economy is smashing expectations thanks to GOP policies. More help on the way for the ag economy w/ policies like #USMCA." Sen. John Thune
Feb. 6, 2020 Tweet - "Happy birthday to South Dakota's favorite son and A+ pheasant hunter, @TomBrokaw . Hope you have a great one!" Sen. John Thune
Feb. 4, 2020 Tweet - "Had a good discussion with folks from @SDRuralWater today. I want to give a special thank you to my friend & chairman of the Lewis & Clark Regional Water System, Red Arndt, who -- for over 30 years -- has been instrumental in ensuring South Dakotans have access to clean water." Sen. John Thune
Jan. 29, 2020 Tweet - "It's done. After * more than a year* of GOP & stakeholders pushing Dems in the House to stop delaying #USMCA, the agreement has finally crossed the finish line and been signed into law. This modernized deal will help open markets for our farmers & ranchers who feed the world." Sen. John Thune
Jan. 27, 2020 President Trump Keeps Promise to Redefine WOTUS Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 24, 2020 Rounds Statement on Revised WOTUS Rule Sen. Mike Rounds
Jan. 24, 2020 Tweet - "South Dakota producers have an inherent interest in responsible stewardship of their water and land. With its new rule, @EPA rolled back the overreaching Obama-era WOTUS rule. EPA listened to our farmers and ranchers, and it shows." Sen. John Thune
Jan. 23, 2020 Western Caucus: President Trump Keeps Promise to Redefine WOTUS Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 19, 2020 Rapid City Journal - THUNE: A bipartisan win for South Dakota agriculture Sen. John Thune
Jan. 16, 2020 Thune Statement on Senate Passage of USMCA Sen. John Thune
Jan. 16, 2020 Tweet - "The Senate has passed the modernized #USMCA trade deal. I was happy to be one of 89 senators to vote YES. This agreement will open markets for South Dakota farmers and ranchers, who have struggled for too long in today's agriculture economy." Sen. John Thune
Jan. 15, 2020 Johnson Applauds Phase One China Trade Deal Rep. Dusty Johnson
Jan. 15, 2020 United States-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement Sen. John Thune
Jan. 10, 2020 Tweet - "The December jobs report is out, and it shows yet another month of steady job growth and an unemployment rate that's still at a 50-year low. There's more work to do, particularly on the ag economy, but this is good news for American workers." Sen. John Thune
Jan. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Many Americans may not think about how agriculture affects their daily lives. Where does their food come from? The grocery store. But in truth, it's our hardworking farmers & ranchers who put food on their table. We are so grateful to them." Sen. John Thune
Jan. 7, 2020 Thune Statement on Finance Committee Passage of USMCA Sen. John Thune
Jan. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Farmers and ranchers in South Dakota and around the country have had a tough few years. It's past time to pass this trade deal. I will be voting yes on #USMCA, and I would encourage my colleagues on @SenFinance and in the U.S. Senate to do the same." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 21, 2019 Tweet - "Beautiful SD day hunting with @SenatorRounds and @vthompsonvision." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 19, 2019 Rounds Statement on Final Ethanol Rule Sen. Mike Rounds
Dec. 19, 2019 Johnson Statement on RFS Announcement Rep. Dusty Johnson
Dec. 19, 2019 Thune Statement on RFS Final Rule Sen. John Thune
Dec. 19, 2019 Tweet - "The administration has committed to reaching 15 billion gallons of ethanol-blended fuel next year, and South Dakota will hold them to it. Read my full statement on the new RFS rule" Sen. John Thune
Dec. 17, 2019 Letter to Brigadier General Peter Helmlinger, Commander of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Northwestern Division - Noem, Rounds Request U.S Army Corps of Engineers Increase Missouri River Mainstem Dam Releases to Prepare for Spring Runoff Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 13, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mick Mulvaney, Director of the White House Office of Management and Budget, Lawrence Kudlow, Director of the National Economic Council, Hon. Andrew Wheeler Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Hon. Sonny Perdue Secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Hon. Dan Brouillette Secretary U.S. Department of Energy - King, Colleagues Urge EPA to Uphold RFS with Rule Ensuring 15 Billion Gallons Are Blended into Fuel Supply Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Dec. 11, 2019 Senate Advances Roberts, Peters, Thune, Bipartisan Bill to Ensure Representation for Agriculture, Forestry, and Rural Sectors on FAA's Drone Policy Board Sen. John Thune, ...
Dec. 11, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Pete Gaynor, Acting Admin. of the Federal Emergency Management Agency - Rounds Letter to FEMA Acting Administrator Gaynor Sen. Mike Rounds
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "Proud to see Lynn receive this impressive and well-deserved honor. There may be someone out there who knows more about agriculture policy than Lynn, but if there is, I've yet to meet them. Very thankful for his hard work over the years and his many contributions to South Dakota." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "Thank you to Secretary Kelly Hepler of @SDGameFishParks for updating me on the important work you're doing for South Dakota." Sen. John Thune
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 Tweet - "My number one priority is ensuring #USMCA is a deal that's good for our farmers & ranchers. I look forward to reviewing the negotiated language closely." Sen. John Thune
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
Dec. 4, 2019 Tweet - "#Japan just passed our U.S.-Japan trade deal -- great news for our farmers & ranchers. There is much more we still have to do to help expand markets for #AmericanGoods (#USMCA), but this is a good step for South Dakota producers." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 4, 2019 Johnson Supports USDA Efforts To Encourage Employment Rep. Dusty Johnson
Nov. 26, 2019 Upholding the Renewable Fuel Standard Sen. Mike Rounds
Nov. 22, 2019 Tweet - "Spoke at the Farm Bureau Convention this afternoon about the importance of passing #USMCA. The ball is in @SpeakerPelosi's court. I sincerely hope she reevaluates House priorities and puts USMCA up for a vote this year." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 22, 2019 Tweet - "Our farmers & ranchers, who wake up every morning and *do their job* to help feed the world, deserve far better than the empty promises, unending delays, and excuses coming from House Dems. They need #USMCAnow." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 21, 2019 Tweet - "Speaker Pelosi said House Democrats could "walk and chew gum at the same time." Guess not. Every day they delay, they hold America's farmers back." 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 Merkley, Alexander, Carper, Rounds Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Create Monarch and Pollinator Highways 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, ...
Date Title Politician
April 7, 2020 Tweet - "Today at 1 p.m. CT, @USDA is hosting an online seminar to share info and answer questions about SHIPP, my new soil health protection program. Tune in for 30 min to learn about the program's benefits, eligibility, & rental rates. Link to join seminar" Sen.John Thune
April 6, 2020 Letter to Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Grassley, Duckworth, Ernst Call on USDA to Allocate Additional Funds to Biofuel Industry Negatively Impacted by COVID-19 Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
April 3, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Durbin, Duckworth Join Bipartisan Letter Urging USDA To Ensure Continuity Of Food Supply By Supporting Farmers During COVID-19 Pandemic Sen.John Thune, ...
April 1, 2020 Letter to Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Blunt, Hawley Join Colleagues in Urging USDA to Provide Immediate Assistance to Cattle Producers Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
March 26, 2020 Delegation-Supported Provisions to Help South Dakota Farmers and Ranchers Included in Latest Coronavirus Relief Bill Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
March 24, 2020 Tweet - "In these uncertain times, Americans are increasingly grateful for what's on grocery store shelves. That food is there because of the hard work of our farmers & ranchers who in good times & bad do whatever they can to help feed the world. #ThankAFarmer #AgDay" Sen.John Thune
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "Our farmers and ranchers are doing their part to keep the grocery shelves stocked and food on our tables. We need to do our part and provide the resources necessary to support them." Sen.John Thune
March 22, 2020 Tweet - "I had a call with @SecretarySonny Perdue about this issue on Friday. I'm glad to see that @USDA is listening closely to our producers. The cattle markets are really hurting in states like South Dakota. All options should be on the table." Sen.John Thune
March 20, 2020 Klobuchar, Smith Help Make Bipartisan Push Urging President Trump to Support Renewable Fuel Standard Sen.John Thune, ...
March 19, 2020 Letter to Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State, Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security, and Eugene Scalia, Secretary of Labor - Bipartisan, Bicameral Effort to Help Protect Domestic Food Supply During Coronavirus Pandemic Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
March 19, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General, and the Hon. Makan Delrahim, Assistant Attorney General - Daines Calls On DOJ to Investigate Price-Fixing, Market Manipulation Within Cattle Market and Meatpacking Industry Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
March 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Axne Joins Biofuels Caucus in Urging Administration to Uphold Court Ruling on Ethanol Waivers Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
March 16, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture - Sen. Tillis, Rep. Johnson Urge USDA to Protect Nation's Food Supply During Coronavirus Outbreak Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
March 12, 2020 Thune, Stabenow Introduce Legislation to Provide Flexibility for Harvesting and Grazing Cover Crops on Prevented Plant Acres Sen.John Thune, ...
March 10, 2020 Letter to Robert Lighthizer, US Trade Representative - Womack Calls for Level Playing Field for U.S. Poultry Producers in U.K. Trade Negotiations Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
March 6, 2020 Tweet - "#COVID19 funding approved Support for Israel Protect against China digital security threat Bipartisan energy bill (and more on that next week) More critical items in Washington this week? #WeekInWashingtonWrapUp" Sen.John Thune
March 6, 2020 Johnson Commends USDA Plan To Move Forward With Labeling Changes Rep.Dusty Johnson
March 4, 2020 Letter to Hon. Mary B. Neumayr, Chairman of the Council on Environmental Quality - Scalise, Newhouse Lead 130 Members to Support NEPA Modernization Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
March 3, 2020 Tweet - "The Senate is working on the American Energy Innovation Act -- bipartisan legislation that focuses on bolstering American energy -- including measures to help us regain our edge in the use of #CleanEnergy technologies like wind, hydropower, and nuclear energy." Sen.John Thune
March 3, 2020 Tweet - "Praying for Nashville and all of the families affected by the storm last night. My daughter went to @BelmontUniv , and the community has a special place in our family's heart. Incredibly saddened by this news." Sen.John Thune
March 3, 2020 Tweet - "Let's get one thing clear -- we all want clean air & water. As an avid outdoorsman, I care about protecting our land. But it doesn't have to come with a burdensome cost to American producers, workers, and families. In SD, clean energy like wind has helped boost our economy." Sen.John Thune
March 3, 2020 Tweet - "SD is leading the way on clean energy solutions like wind & hydropower (over 70 percent). South Dakotans love our state & a lot of that love is for the natural beauty of our land. I'm always looking for ways to support clean energy WHILE boosting our economy -- not crippling it." Sen.John Thune
Feb. 28, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture - Thune Leads Bipartisan Group of Senators in Expressing Concerns with USDA's Decision to Lift Brazilian Beef Ban Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 28, 2020 Tweet - ". @USDA just received a letter from me and fellow senators who are concerned about the agency's decision to lift a ban on Brazilian beef. There are serious concerns about safety standards." Sen.John Thune
Feb. 25, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Jerome Powell, Chair of the Federal Reserve, the Hon. Jelena McWilliams, Chair of the Board of Directors of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the Hon. Joseph Otting, Comptroller of the Currency, and the Hon. Rodney Hood, Chairman of the National Credit Union Administration - Thune, Baldwin Urge Financial Regulators to Ensure the Agriculture Industry has Adequate Access to Capital Sen.John Thune, ...
Feb. 24, 2020 USDA Announces Thune-Authored Conservation Pilot Program to Begin in South Dakota, Other Prairie Pothole Region States Sen.John Thune
Feb. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Thanks to @SDSHCoalition , @sdsoybean , @sdcorn , and @usda for the words of support for my conservation pilot program, #SHIPP. The program is similar to the popular CRP but with a shorter commitment for SD farmers." Sen.John Thune
Feb. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Through the years, I've had the opportunity to meet with so many impressive members of the @NationalFFA . Agriculture is the lifeblood of South Dakota. The @SD_FFA and chapters across the country are helping develop our future #ag leaders. Happy National FFA Week." Sen.John Thune
Feb. 24, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mindy M. Brashears, Deputy Under Secretary for Food Safety at the U.S. Department of Agriculture - Johnson Questions Brazilian Beef Imports Rep.Dusty Johnson
Feb. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Happy to announce on #SoilHealthAwarenessDay that sign-up for my new @USDA conservation pilot program -- the Soil Health and Income Protection Program (SHIPP), which was inspired by feedback from SD producers -- is expected to open soon. More in my column" Sen.John Thune
Feb. 21, 2020 Argus Leader - South Dakota-Inspired Conservation Program Set to Begin Sen.John Thune
Feb. 14, 2020 Argus Leader - A Tale of Two Economies Sen.John Thune
Feb. 12, 2020 Tillis, Burr, Jones, Cornyn, Cruz, Lankford and Rounds Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Expedite Disaster Recovery Projects Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 11, 2020 Tweet - "Thanks to GOP economic policies, more Americans are working, & the economy is thriving. While the larger economy continues to surge, our ag economy is still lagging behind. #USMCA was an important step, but I'm continuing to work on policies to help SD's farmers and ranchers." Sen.John Thune
Feb. 11, 2020 Tweet - "The economy is thriving, but there's always more we can do -- especially for our farmers & ranchers. It's time for us to turn the page on partisanship and focus on what really matters: continuing to pursue pro-growth policies that create more opportunities for the American people." Sen.John Thune
Feb. 7, 2020 Tweet - "The January #JobsReport shows the best monthly private-sector gain in nearly 5 years -- nearly twice what was expected. Once again, the economy is smashing expectations thanks to GOP policies. More help on the way for the ag economy w/ policies like #USMCA." Sen.John Thune
Feb. 6, 2020 Tweet - "Happy birthday to South Dakota's favorite son and A+ pheasant hunter, @TomBrokaw . Hope you have a great one!" Sen.John Thune
Feb. 4, 2020 Tweet - "Had a good discussion with folks from @SDRuralWater today. I want to give a special thank you to my friend & chairman of the Lewis & Clark Regional Water System, Red Arndt, who -- for over 30 years -- has been instrumental in ensuring South Dakotans have access to clean water." Sen.John Thune
Jan. 29, 2020 Tweet - "It's done. After * more than a year* of GOP & stakeholders pushing Dems in the House to stop delaying #USMCA, the agreement has finally crossed the finish line and been signed into law. This modernized deal will help open markets for our farmers & ranchers who feed the world." Sen.John Thune
Jan. 27, 2020 President Trump Keeps Promise to Redefine WOTUS Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 24, 2020 Rounds Statement on Revised WOTUS Rule Sen.Mike Rounds
Jan. 24, 2020 Tweet - "South Dakota producers have an inherent interest in responsible stewardship of their water and land. With its new rule, @EPA rolled back the overreaching Obama-era WOTUS rule. EPA listened to our farmers and ranchers, and it shows." Sen.John Thune
Jan. 23, 2020 Western Caucus: President Trump Keeps Promise to Redefine WOTUS Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 19, 2020 Rapid City Journal - THUNE: A bipartisan win for South Dakota agriculture Sen.John Thune
Jan. 16, 2020 Thune Statement on Senate Passage of USMCA Sen.John Thune
Jan. 16, 2020 Tweet - "The Senate has passed the modernized #USMCA trade deal. I was happy to be one of 89 senators to vote YES. This agreement will open markets for South Dakota farmers and ranchers, who have struggled for too long in today's agriculture economy." Sen.John Thune
Jan. 15, 2020 Johnson Applauds Phase One China Trade Deal Rep.Dusty Johnson
Jan. 15, 2020 United States-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement Sen.John Thune
Jan. 10, 2020 Tweet - "The December jobs report is out, and it shows yet another month of steady job growth and an unemployment rate that's still at a 50-year low. There's more work to do, particularly on the ag economy, but this is good news for American workers." Sen.John Thune
Jan. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Many Americans may not think about how agriculture affects their daily lives. Where does their food come from? The grocery store. But in truth, it's our hardworking farmers & ranchers who put food on their table. We are so grateful to them." Sen.John Thune
Jan. 7, 2020 Thune Statement on Finance Committee Passage of USMCA Sen.John Thune
Jan. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Farmers and ranchers in South Dakota and around the country have had a tough few years. It's past time to pass this trade deal. I will be voting yes on #USMCA, and I would encourage my colleagues on @SenFinance and in the U.S. Senate to do the same." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 21, 2019 Tweet - "Beautiful SD day hunting with @SenatorRounds and @vthompsonvision." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 19, 2019 Rounds Statement on Final Ethanol Rule Sen.Mike Rounds
Dec. 19, 2019 Johnson Statement on RFS Announcement Rep.Dusty Johnson
Dec. 19, 2019 Thune Statement on RFS Final Rule Sen.John Thune
Dec. 19, 2019 Tweet - "The administration has committed to reaching 15 billion gallons of ethanol-blended fuel next year, and South Dakota will hold them to it. Read my full statement on the new RFS rule" Sen.John Thune
Dec. 17, 2019 Letter to Brigadier General Peter Helmlinger, Commander of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Northwestern Division - Noem, Rounds Request U.S Army Corps of Engineers Increase Missouri River Mainstem Dam Releases to Prepare for Spring Runoff Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 13, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mick Mulvaney, Director of the White House Office of Management and Budget, Lawrence Kudlow, Director of the National Economic Council, Hon. Andrew Wheeler Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Hon. Sonny Perdue Secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Hon. Dan Brouillette Secretary U.S. Department of Energy - King, Colleagues Urge EPA to Uphold RFS with Rule Ensuring 15 Billion Gallons Are Blended into Fuel Supply Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Dec. 11, 2019 Senate Advances Roberts, Peters, Thune, Bipartisan Bill to Ensure Representation for Agriculture, Forestry, and Rural Sectors on FAA's Drone Policy Board Sen.John Thune, ...
Dec. 11, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Pete Gaynor, Acting Admin. of the Federal Emergency Management Agency - Rounds Letter to FEMA Acting Administrator Gaynor Sen.Mike Rounds
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "Proud to see Lynn receive this impressive and well-deserved honor. There may be someone out there who knows more about agriculture policy than Lynn, but if there is, I've yet to meet them. Very thankful for his hard work over the years and his many contributions to South Dakota." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "Thank you to Secretary Kelly Hepler of @SDGameFishParks for updating me on the important work you're doing for South Dakota." Sen.John Thune
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 Tweet - "My number one priority is ensuring #USMCA is a deal that's good for our farmers & ranchers. I look forward to reviewing the negotiated language closely." Sen.John Thune
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
Dec. 4, 2019 Tweet - "#Japan just passed our U.S.-Japan trade deal -- great news for our farmers & ranchers. There is much more we still have to do to help expand markets for #AmericanGoods (#USMCA), but this is a good step for South Dakota producers." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 4, 2019 Johnson Supports USDA Efforts To Encourage Employment Rep.Dusty Johnson
Nov. 26, 2019 Upholding the Renewable Fuel Standard Sen.Mike Rounds
Nov. 22, 2019 Tweet - "Spoke at the Farm Bureau Convention this afternoon about the importance of passing #USMCA. The ball is in @SpeakerPelosi's court. I sincerely hope she reevaluates House priorities and puts USMCA up for a vote this year." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 22, 2019 Tweet - "Our farmers & ranchers, who wake up every morning and *do their job* to help feed the world, deserve far better than the empty promises, unending delays, and excuses coming from House Dems. They need #USMCAnow." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 21, 2019 Tweet - "Speaker Pelosi said House Democrats could "walk and chew gum at the same time." Guess not. Every day they delay, they hold America's farmers back." 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 Merkley, Alexander, Carper, Rounds Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Create Monarch and Pollinator Highways 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, ...
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