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April 16, 2020 Tweet - "22 million Americans have filed for unemployment since the #CoronavirusOutbreak hit our country. Hopefully, this serves as a stark wake-up call for Democrats who are standing in the way of additional funding for a program that's helping save jobs & keep small businesses open." Sen. John Thune
April 16, 2020 Tweet - "This never needed to happen. @SenateGOP was ready to approve more relief funds last week -- Dems stepped in to block. *Once again* Dems are holding important relief hostage to push other items. Small businesses are the backbone of our country, & right now they need our help." Sen. John Thune
April 16, 2020 Tweet - "The #PPP is out of money. There's a simple fix. Congress could increase funds allowing @SBAgov to reopen this program. It should be an easy vote. I hope Dems don't force America's small biz & their employees to endure more anxiety & uncertainty than they're already feeling." Sen. John Thune
April 16, 2020 Tweet - "The #PaycheckProtectionProgram is a lifeline for America's small businesses, and Dems are cutting the rope." Sen. John Thune
April 16, 2020 Tweet - "I wish so many American workers & #SmallBusinesses didn't need to use the #PaycheckProtectionProgram, but in these challenging times, it has been a lifeline for many Americans. The fact that #PPP ran out of funding this quickly shows just how much folks are relying on it." Sen. John Thune
April 16, 2020 Thune Statement on Democrats' Willingness to Let Critical Funding for America's Small Businesses and Workers Run Dry Sen. John Thune
April 15, 2020 Tweet - "#PPP is running out of money because so many people depend on it. It's helped small biz across the country & kept millions of Americans employed. All we have to do is add funding. That should be a simple vote. But Dems are objecting & trying to push other items. We must act now." Sen. John Thune
April 15, 2020 Tweet - "IMPORTANT info for small biz using #PaycheckProtectionProgram loans make sure you're keeping detailed records of how you're spending relief funds so you receive the correct amount of loan forgiveness. I.E. if you're using loans to pay workers & keep them employed - record it." Sen. John Thune
April 14, 2020 Tweet - "The #PaycheckProtectionProgram is working. Employers are relying on it to help keep their employees on the payroll and their businesses operational. Republicans are simply asking for more funds to continue making that possible. I sincerely hope Democrats don't stand in the way." Sen. John Thune
April 14, 2020 Tweet - "Update on #PPP loans Loans Approved: OVER 1 Million This program is working to provide relief to #AmericanSmallBusiness & save American jobs. @SenateGOP needs Dems to work with us today to keep it funded. We're ready to act." Sen. John Thune
April 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Senator Scott Leads Colleagues in Effort to Preserve Insurance Industry Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
April 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Jovita Carranza, Administrator of the Small Business Association - Johnson Urges Clarification for Farmers and Ranchers on SBA Loans Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
April 10, 2020 Hoeven & Thune outline CARES Act assistance to help small businesses, start-ups maintain payroll & overcome pandemic challenges Sen. John Thune, ...
April 8, 2020 Letter to Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Treasury - Senator Scott Joins Colleagues in Urging Action to Avoid Housing Finance System Crisis Amid Coronavirus COVID-19 Outbreak Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
April 8, 2020 Tweet - "The #coronavirus relief passed by the Senate is having a positive effect on our small businesses that are struggling right now. Great to see." Sen. John Thune
April 8, 2020 Tweet - "We want people to be able to go back to work. We want there to be jobs to return to. We want small businesses to stay up and running and weather the storm. Those were among the Senate's goals w/ #COVID relief bills. In just 4 days, #PPP saved an estimated 5.7 M jobs." Sen. John Thune
April 7, 2020 Letter to Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Treasury, and Jerome Powell, Chairman Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System - Lankford Urges Treasury, Federal Reserve to Keep CARES Act Financial Assistance Industry Neutral, Free of Bias Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
April 7, 2020 Tweet - "The #1 goal of the #PaycheckProtectionProgram is to help America's small businesses pay their workers and keep them employed. If we need to increase funding for the program to make that goal achievable for more businesses, that's what we should do." Sen. John Thune
April 7, 2020 Tweet - ". @SBAgov estimates that 5.7 million American jobs have been saved by the #PaycheckProtectionProgram created by the Senate. The first loan was issued only 4 days ago. Let's keep more Americans on the job. If this program needs more funding, there's bipartisan support for that." Sen. John Thune
April 6, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Inhofe, Senators Applaud President Trump for Deeming Firearm Businesses Essential Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
April 6, 2020 Tweet - "Spoke on the phone w/ Administrator @SBAJovita from @SBAgov about her effort to implement the #CARESAct's #COVID #smallbiz relief. I emphasized the need to help #smallbiz owners and employees who help support communities across South Dakota. #PaycheckProtectionProgram" Sen. John Thune
April 3, 2020 Tweet - "Applications for #SmallBusiness #COVID relief loans open today. Key info: #PaycheckProtectionProgram loans can be forgiven if used for eligible expenses like paying workers. Details" Sen. John Thune
April 3, 2020 Tweet - "#JobsReport confirms #COVID is hitting American workers & small biz hard. Many businesses are shutting down at no fault of their own, making it hard to pay workers. #SmallBiz relief loans enacted by Congress are now available. Info" Sen. John Thune
March 30, 2020 Letter to Robert Lighthizer, US Trade Representative - Bipartisan Finance Committee Members Push for Delay in USMCA Entry Into Force Sen. John Thune, ...
March 30, 2020 Tweet - "What does the new @SenateGOP #coronavirus relief law mean for YOU? Here are some of the key provisions to help American workers, families, and small businesses" Sen. John Thune
March 27, 2020 Tweet - ". @POTUS has signed the critically important coronavirus relief bill that Congress passed this week. Glad to see this emergency funding will start to help American workers and small businesses ASAP." Sen. John Thune
March 26, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Joseph J. Simons, Chairman of the Federal Trade Commission - Sinema, Bipartisan Group of Senators Urge Key Agency to Better Protect Arizona Seniors from Coronavirus Scams Sen. John Thune, ...
March 25, 2020 Tweet - "What's in the big relief bill just passed by the Senate? The #CARESAct will put emergency cash into the hands of American families and workers who need it the most & help small biz and their workers weather this storm. My full statement" Sen. John Thune
March 25, 2020 Tweet - "For #SmallBusinesses owners & employees: here are the details of what's in the emergency coronavirus relief & #stimulusbill for #SmallBiz " Sen. John Thune
March 25, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Republican Senators Urge Trade Measures to Respond to Economic Impact of COVID-19 Sen. John Thune, ...
March 24, 2020 Tweet - "This is a time to come together as a country -- and that includes Democrats and Republicans here in Washington. I'm hopeful that Democrats will work with us to provide relief to American workers, families, and small businesses." Sen. John Thune
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "Dems are calling the bill they're blocking a "bailout" even though the businesses we're trying to help are struggling due to no fault of their own -- they were shut down -- and employ MILLIONS of Americans. How many Americans have to lose their jobs before Dems allow us to act?" Sen. John Thune
March 23, 2020 MIDDLE CLASS HEALTH BENEFITS TAX REPEAL ACT OF 2019--Motion to Proceed Sen. John Thune
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "Dems are saying over & over this bill is a "bailout" for American businesses. It's not. The money they're talking about is in the form of *loans*. It has to be repaid. This is about Americans who are hurting. We're in a position to do something about it. It's time we do." Sen. John Thune
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "Dems are saying over & over this bill is a "bailout" for American businesses. It's not. The money they're talking about is in the form of *loans*. It has to be repaid. This is about Americans who are hurting. We're in a position to do something about it. It's time we do." Sen. John Thune
March 21, 2020 Tweet - "Proud of our community for coming together in this hard time. Kudos to @KELOland for providing great info. Our small businesses are struggling, and we can be finding creative ways to support while social distancing." Sen. John Thune
March 20, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Wilbur Ross, Secretary to the Department of Commerce - Murkowski, Sullivan Urge Secretary of Commerce to Investigate Russia and Saudi Arabia Excessive Dumping in Oil Markets Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
March 20, 2020 Delegation Applauds SBA Approval of Economic Injury Disaster Loan Funding for South Dakota Sen. John Thune, ...
March 20, 2020 Tweet - "The main thing the Senate is focused on right now is providing relief for workers, families, and small businesses -- people who are really feeling the crunch out there right now. We're making good headway." 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 Tweet - "Many small biz, who only a few weeks ago were having one of their best years ever, are now struggling to keep their doors open. The federal gov has to step in to help them. What we don't want is workers laid off and not brought back when the economy recovers -- we WILL recover." Sen. John Thune
March 19, 2020 Shelby, Thune, Wicker unveil liquidity assistance for distressed American industries within comprehensive coronavirus package Sen. John Thune, ...
March 19, 2020 Senators Recommend Tax Policies for Phase 3 Coronavirus Response Sen. John Thune, ...
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Additional federal #COVID19 relief will be focused on the workers who've been displaced, small businesses facing tough times, & medical professionals on the frontlines. This will require swift & bold action. These are extraordinary times, and this response reflects that urgency." Sen. John Thune
March 18, 2020 Tweet - "I agree. Voting for the House proposal is a first step, and the Senate will be moving forward with a third phase of #COVID relief to address the additional issues that small businesses are facing." Sen. John Thune
March 18, 2020 Coronavirus Sen. John Thune
March 18, 2020 Tweet - "We'll consider the House bill today & are already looking beyond it to provide more relief. We have 3 priorities: -direct assistance to Americans -support for our economy - especially small biz -providing medical professionals w/ resources they need We can weather this storm." Sen. John Thune
March 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Jovita Carranza, Admin. of the Small Business Administration - Delegation Urges SBA to Grant South Dakota's Economic Loan Request Sen. John Thune, ...
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "For small businesses or non-profits affected by #COVID, please visit the SBA coronavirus website (link) for more details on the Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program that can help you through this hard time. More work ahead of us on this critical issue." Sen. John Thune
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "Everything we're doing right now is time-sensitive. Just left lunch with @SenateGOP & @StevenMnuchin1 . We're working as aggressively as possible to put together a plan that addresses the health care and economic needs Americans have right now." Sen. John Thune
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "There's a high level of interest among Senate Republicans in moving forward with a third phase of legislation that addresses the very real needs of small businesses and the American people." 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 - "Had a cool tour of @gogpac in Sioux Falls today. With 273,000 jobs added in the U.S. this month alone, they've got a lot of jobs to fill. I appreciate them taking the time to show me around during a busy time. #Jobs #SDbusinesses" Sen. John Thune
March 6, 2020 Tweet - "Good read. Countries that are continuing to use Huawei in their 5G infrastructure could impact US security. Just this week, I announced a bill to make comms infrastructure security a negotiating objective in future trade agreements." Sen. John Thune
March 5, 2020 Thune, Stabenow, Fischer, and Warner Introduce Bill to Protect U.S. From Digital Infrastructure Corruption 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. 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. 11, 2020 Letter to the Hon. David Johanson, Chairman of the International Trade Commission - Rounds, Manchin Lead Colleagues in Letter to International Trade Commission Urging Proper Enforcement of Trade Laws 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. 7, 2020 Inhofe, Enzi, Coons, Rounds, Kaine, Boozman Applaud First Steps to US-Kenya Free Trade Agreement Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
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. 5, 2020 Letter to the Hon. David Johanson, Chairman of the International Trade Commission - Spanberger Leads Bipartisan Letter in Support of American-Made Cabinets, Urges ITC to Address Allegations of Chinese Cabinet Dumping, Level the Playing Field for U.S. Companies & Workers 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
Feb. 4, 2020 Tweet - "There will be plenty of accomplishments to tout tonight -- including the recently signed #USMCA trade deal, a stellar economy, and near-record low unemployment. A lot to look back on, but America's brightest days are yet to come. Looking forward to #SOTU2020." Sen. John Thune
Feb. 3, 2020 Johnson Anticipates President's State of the Union Address Rep. Dusty Johnson
Jan. 29, 2020 Rounds Attends Signing of USMCA at White House Sen. Mike Rounds
Jan. 29, 2020 Johnson Attends Signing of USMCA at White House Rep. Dusty Johnson
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 Letter to Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security - Rounds, King, Harris, Pingree, Keating, Bergman Lead Bipartisan, Bicameral Letter Urging Administration to Increase the Number of Temporary, Non-Immigrant H-2B Workers for 2020 Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Jan. 19, 2020 Rapid City Journal - THUNE: A bipartisan win for South Dakota agriculture Sen. John Thune
Jan. 16, 2020 Rounds Votes to Pass USMCA Sen. Mike Rounds
Jan. 16, 2020 Tweet - "#USMCA just passed the Senate & is approaching the finish line. SD exports to Canada & Mexico topped $1.1 billion in 2017. By increasing certainty about trade with 2 key trading partners, #USMCA will benefit almost every sector of our economy, from manufacturing to agriculture." 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. 16, 2020 Thune Statement on Senate Passage of USMCA Sen. John Thune
Jan. 15, 2020 United States-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement Sen. John Thune
Date Title Politician
April 16, 2020 Tweet - "22 million Americans have filed for unemployment since the #CoronavirusOutbreak hit our country. Hopefully, this serves as a stark wake-up call for Democrats who are standing in the way of additional funding for a program that's helping save jobs & keep small businesses open." Sen.John Thune
April 16, 2020 Tweet - "This never needed to happen. @SenateGOP was ready to approve more relief funds last week -- Dems stepped in to block. *Once again* Dems are holding important relief hostage to push other items. Small businesses are the backbone of our country, & right now they need our help." Sen.John Thune
April 16, 2020 Tweet - "The #PPP is out of money. There's a simple fix. Congress could increase funds allowing @SBAgov to reopen this program. It should be an easy vote. I hope Dems don't force America's small biz & their employees to endure more anxiety & uncertainty than they're already feeling." Sen.John Thune
April 16, 2020 Tweet - "The #PaycheckProtectionProgram is a lifeline for America's small businesses, and Dems are cutting the rope." Sen.John Thune
April 16, 2020 Tweet - "I wish so many American workers & #SmallBusinesses didn't need to use the #PaycheckProtectionProgram, but in these challenging times, it has been a lifeline for many Americans. The fact that #PPP ran out of funding this quickly shows just how much folks are relying on it." Sen.John Thune
April 16, 2020 Thune Statement on Democrats' Willingness to Let Critical Funding for America's Small Businesses and Workers Run Dry Sen.John Thune
April 15, 2020 Tweet - "#PPP is running out of money because so many people depend on it. It's helped small biz across the country & kept millions of Americans employed. All we have to do is add funding. That should be a simple vote. But Dems are objecting & trying to push other items. We must act now." Sen.John Thune
April 15, 2020 Tweet - "IMPORTANT info for small biz using #PaycheckProtectionProgram loans make sure you're keeping detailed records of how you're spending relief funds so you receive the correct amount of loan forgiveness. I.E. if you're using loans to pay workers & keep them employed - record it." Sen.John Thune
April 14, 2020 Tweet - "The #PaycheckProtectionProgram is working. Employers are relying on it to help keep their employees on the payroll and their businesses operational. Republicans are simply asking for more funds to continue making that possible. I sincerely hope Democrats don't stand in the way." Sen.John Thune
April 14, 2020 Tweet - "Update on #PPP loans Loans Approved: OVER 1 Million This program is working to provide relief to #AmericanSmallBusiness & save American jobs. @SenateGOP needs Dems to work with us today to keep it funded. We're ready to act." Sen.John Thune
April 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Senator Scott Leads Colleagues in Effort to Preserve Insurance Industry Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
April 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Jovita Carranza, Administrator of the Small Business Association - Johnson Urges Clarification for Farmers and Ranchers on SBA Loans Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
April 10, 2020 Hoeven & Thune outline CARES Act assistance to help small businesses, start-ups maintain payroll & overcome pandemic challenges Sen.John Thune, ...
April 8, 2020 Letter to Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Treasury - Senator Scott Joins Colleagues in Urging Action to Avoid Housing Finance System Crisis Amid Coronavirus COVID-19 Outbreak Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
April 8, 2020 Tweet - "The #coronavirus relief passed by the Senate is having a positive effect on our small businesses that are struggling right now. Great to see." Sen.John Thune
April 8, 2020 Tweet - "We want people to be able to go back to work. We want there to be jobs to return to. We want small businesses to stay up and running and weather the storm. Those were among the Senate's goals w/ #COVID relief bills. In just 4 days, #PPP saved an estimated 5.7 M jobs." Sen.John Thune
April 7, 2020 Letter to Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Treasury, and Jerome Powell, Chairman Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System - Lankford Urges Treasury, Federal Reserve to Keep CARES Act Financial Assistance Industry Neutral, Free of Bias Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
April 7, 2020 Tweet - "The #1 goal of the #PaycheckProtectionProgram is to help America's small businesses pay their workers and keep them employed. If we need to increase funding for the program to make that goal achievable for more businesses, that's what we should do." Sen.John Thune
April 7, 2020 Tweet - ". @SBAgov estimates that 5.7 million American jobs have been saved by the #PaycheckProtectionProgram created by the Senate. The first loan was issued only 4 days ago. Let's keep more Americans on the job. If this program needs more funding, there's bipartisan support for that." Sen.John Thune
April 6, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Inhofe, Senators Applaud President Trump for Deeming Firearm Businesses Essential Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
April 6, 2020 Tweet - "Spoke on the phone w/ Administrator @SBAJovita from @SBAgov about her effort to implement the #CARESAct's #COVID #smallbiz relief. I emphasized the need to help #smallbiz owners and employees who help support communities across South Dakota. #PaycheckProtectionProgram" Sen.John Thune
April 3, 2020 Tweet - "Applications for #SmallBusiness #COVID relief loans open today. Key info: #PaycheckProtectionProgram loans can be forgiven if used for eligible expenses like paying workers. Details" Sen.John Thune
April 3, 2020 Tweet - "#JobsReport confirms #COVID is hitting American workers & small biz hard. Many businesses are shutting down at no fault of their own, making it hard to pay workers. #SmallBiz relief loans enacted by Congress are now available. Info" Sen.John Thune
March 30, 2020 Letter to Robert Lighthizer, US Trade Representative - Bipartisan Finance Committee Members Push for Delay in USMCA Entry Into Force Sen.John Thune, ...
March 30, 2020 Tweet - "What does the new @SenateGOP #coronavirus relief law mean for YOU? Here are some of the key provisions to help American workers, families, and small businesses" Sen.John Thune
March 27, 2020 Tweet - ". @POTUS has signed the critically important coronavirus relief bill that Congress passed this week. Glad to see this emergency funding will start to help American workers and small businesses ASAP." Sen.John Thune
March 26, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Joseph J. Simons, Chairman of the Federal Trade Commission - Sinema, Bipartisan Group of Senators Urge Key Agency to Better Protect Arizona Seniors from Coronavirus Scams Sen.John Thune, ...
March 25, 2020 Tweet - "What's in the big relief bill just passed by the Senate? The #CARESAct will put emergency cash into the hands of American families and workers who need it the most & help small biz and their workers weather this storm. My full statement" Sen.John Thune
March 25, 2020 Tweet - "For #SmallBusinesses owners & employees: here are the details of what's in the emergency coronavirus relief & #stimulusbill for #SmallBiz " Sen.John Thune
March 25, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Republican Senators Urge Trade Measures to Respond to Economic Impact of COVID-19 Sen.John Thune, ...
March 24, 2020 Tweet - "This is a time to come together as a country -- and that includes Democrats and Republicans here in Washington. I'm hopeful that Democrats will work with us to provide relief to American workers, families, and small businesses." Sen.John Thune
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "Dems are calling the bill they're blocking a "bailout" even though the businesses we're trying to help are struggling due to no fault of their own -- they were shut down -- and employ MILLIONS of Americans. How many Americans have to lose their jobs before Dems allow us to act?" Sen.John Thune
March 23, 2020 MIDDLE CLASS HEALTH BENEFITS TAX REPEAL ACT OF 2019--Motion to Proceed Sen.John Thune
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "Dems are saying over & over this bill is a "bailout" for American businesses. It's not. The money they're talking about is in the form of *loans*. It has to be repaid. This is about Americans who are hurting. We're in a position to do something about it. It's time we do." Sen.John Thune
March 23, 2020 Tweet - "Dems are saying over & over this bill is a "bailout" for American businesses. It's not. The money they're talking about is in the form of *loans*. It has to be repaid. This is about Americans who are hurting. We're in a position to do something about it. It's time we do." Sen.John Thune
March 21, 2020 Tweet - "Proud of our community for coming together in this hard time. Kudos to @KELOland for providing great info. Our small businesses are struggling, and we can be finding creative ways to support while social distancing." Sen.John Thune
March 20, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Wilbur Ross, Secretary to the Department of Commerce - Murkowski, Sullivan Urge Secretary of Commerce to Investigate Russia and Saudi Arabia Excessive Dumping in Oil Markets Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
March 20, 2020 Delegation Applauds SBA Approval of Economic Injury Disaster Loan Funding for South Dakota Sen.John Thune, ...
March 20, 2020 Tweet - "The main thing the Senate is focused on right now is providing relief for workers, families, and small businesses -- people who are really feeling the crunch out there right now. We're making good headway." 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 Tweet - "Many small biz, who only a few weeks ago were having one of their best years ever, are now struggling to keep their doors open. The federal gov has to step in to help them. What we don't want is workers laid off and not brought back when the economy recovers -- we WILL recover." Sen.John Thune
March 19, 2020 Shelby, Thune, Wicker unveil liquidity assistance for distressed American industries within comprehensive coronavirus package Sen.John Thune, ...
March 19, 2020 Senators Recommend Tax Policies for Phase 3 Coronavirus Response Sen.John Thune, ...
March 19, 2020 Tweet - "Additional federal #COVID19 relief will be focused on the workers who've been displaced, small businesses facing tough times, & medical professionals on the frontlines. This will require swift & bold action. These are extraordinary times, and this response reflects that urgency." Sen.John Thune
March 18, 2020 Tweet - "I agree. Voting for the House proposal is a first step, and the Senate will be moving forward with a third phase of #COVID relief to address the additional issues that small businesses are facing." Sen.John Thune
March 18, 2020 Coronavirus Sen.John Thune
March 18, 2020 Tweet - "We'll consider the House bill today & are already looking beyond it to provide more relief. We have 3 priorities: -direct assistance to Americans -support for our economy - especially small biz -providing medical professionals w/ resources they need We can weather this storm." Sen.John Thune
March 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Jovita Carranza, Admin. of the Small Business Administration - Delegation Urges SBA to Grant South Dakota's Economic Loan Request Sen.John Thune, ...
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "For small businesses or non-profits affected by #COVID, please visit the SBA coronavirus website (link) for more details on the Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program that can help you through this hard time. More work ahead of us on this critical issue." Sen.John Thune
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "Everything we're doing right now is time-sensitive. Just left lunch with @SenateGOP & @StevenMnuchin1 . We're working as aggressively as possible to put together a plan that addresses the health care and economic needs Americans have right now." Sen.John Thune
March 17, 2020 Tweet - "There's a high level of interest among Senate Republicans in moving forward with a third phase of legislation that addresses the very real needs of small businesses and the American people." 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 - "Had a cool tour of @gogpac in Sioux Falls today. With 273,000 jobs added in the U.S. this month alone, they've got a lot of jobs to fill. I appreciate them taking the time to show me around during a busy time. #Jobs #SDbusinesses" Sen.John Thune
March 6, 2020 Tweet - "Good read. Countries that are continuing to use Huawei in their 5G infrastructure could impact US security. Just this week, I announced a bill to make comms infrastructure security a negotiating objective in future trade agreements." Sen.John Thune
March 5, 2020 Thune, Stabenow, Fischer, and Warner Introduce Bill to Protect U.S. From Digital Infrastructure Corruption 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. 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. 11, 2020 Letter to the Hon. David Johanson, Chairman of the International Trade Commission - Rounds, Manchin Lead Colleagues in Letter to International Trade Commission Urging Proper Enforcement of Trade Laws 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. 7, 2020 Inhofe, Enzi, Coons, Rounds, Kaine, Boozman Applaud First Steps to US-Kenya Free Trade Agreement Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
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. 5, 2020 Letter to the Hon. David Johanson, Chairman of the International Trade Commission - Spanberger Leads Bipartisan Letter in Support of American-Made Cabinets, Urges ITC to Address Allegations of Chinese Cabinet Dumping, Level the Playing Field for U.S. Companies & Workers 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
Feb. 4, 2020 Tweet - "There will be plenty of accomplishments to tout tonight -- including the recently signed #USMCA trade deal, a stellar economy, and near-record low unemployment. A lot to look back on, but America's brightest days are yet to come. Looking forward to #SOTU2020." Sen.John Thune
Feb. 3, 2020 Johnson Anticipates President's State of the Union Address Rep.Dusty Johnson
Jan. 29, 2020 Rounds Attends Signing of USMCA at White House Sen.Mike Rounds
Jan. 29, 2020 Johnson Attends Signing of USMCA at White House Rep.Dusty Johnson
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 Letter to Chad Wolf, Acting Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security - Rounds, King, Harris, Pingree, Keating, Bergman Lead Bipartisan, Bicameral Letter Urging Administration to Increase the Number of Temporary, Non-Immigrant H-2B Workers for 2020 Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Jan. 19, 2020 Rapid City Journal - THUNE: A bipartisan win for South Dakota agriculture Sen.John Thune
Jan. 16, 2020 Rounds Votes to Pass USMCA Sen.Mike Rounds
Jan. 16, 2020 Tweet - "#USMCA just passed the Senate & is approaching the finish line. SD exports to Canada & Mexico topped $1.1 billion in 2017. By increasing certainty about trade with 2 key trading partners, #USMCA will benefit almost every sector of our economy, from manufacturing to agriculture." 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. 16, 2020 Thune Statement on Senate Passage of USMCA Sen.John Thune
Jan. 15, 2020 United States-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement Sen.John Thune
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