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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 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 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Members of Congress Urge USDA to Provide Assistance to Pork Producers Sen. John Thune, ...
April 16, 2020 Tweet - "I'm having bad déjà vu. Was this really only three weeks ago? And now we're back here *again* with Democrats blocking relief during a #GlobalPandemic. This isn't an abstract policy debate -- these are peoples' jobs and Americans' livelihoods. That's what we're trying to protect." Sen. John Thune
April 14, 2020 Letter to U.S. Secretary of Treasury Steven Mnuchin and Small Business Administrator Jovita Carranza - Loeffler, Colleagues Urge Treasury, SBA to Ensure Protections for Faith-based Entities Sen. John Thune, ...
April 14, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Lankford, Wicker & Senators Urge Trump to Keep Pro-Life Protections for Coronavirus Research Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
April 14, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Stephen Hahn, Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Inhofe Joins Bicameral Group Pressing FDA to Enforce Medication Abortion Restrictions During COVID-19 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 10, 2020 Argus Leader - Heroes Come In Unlikely Forms Sen. John Thune
April 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Rep. Axne Urges Secretary Perdue to Assist Biofuel Producers Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
April 10, 2020 Letter to Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - McAdams calls on federal government to order more personal protective equipment Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
April 9, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General for the Dept. of Justice - Thune Urges Department of Justice to Investigate Price Manipulation in the Beef Market Sen. John Thune
April 8, 2020 Letter to Labor Secretary Eugene Scalia and Homeland Security Acting Secretary Chad Wolf - Perdue, Loeffler Seek H-2A Flexibility During COVID-19 Crisis Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
April 8, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Thune Urges USDA to Strengthen the Integrity of the Cattle Market 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 8, 2020 Tweet - "There is a lot of information out there about #COVID19, and it can be hard to know what info to trust. For up-to-date resources, including important @CDCgov guidance, check out http://thune.senate.gov/COVID19." Sen. John Thune
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 7, 2020 Tweet - "We all have to be resilient and grind through this -- knowing that the best way to get to the other side is to adhere to guidelines. And look for those days, hopefully in the near future, when we can hug our grandkids again. #TuesdayMotivation" 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 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 6, 2020 Letter to Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs - Rounds, Colleagues Urge VA to Expand Telemental Health Services for Veterans During COVID-19 Sen. Mike Rounds
April 6, 2020 Letter to Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie - Loeffler, Colleagues Urge VA to Expand TeleMental Health Services for Veterans During COVID-19 Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
April 5, 2020 Capital Journal - Professor John Thune: U.S. Government 101 Sen. John Thune
April 3, 2020 Letter to U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Alex Azar and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator Seema Verma - Loeffler Asks Administration to Allow At-Risk Patients to Receive Treatments at Home Sen. John Thune, ...
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. Mike Rounds, ...
April 3, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Tester, Colleagues Urge VA to Expand Telemental Health Services to Veterans During COVID-19 Outbreak Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
April 3, 2020 Tweet - "#COVID19 UPDATE: South Dakota received pallets of supplies this week from the National Strategic Stockpile and will be getting a number of the @AbbottNews rapid testing machines soon. These tools will go a long way in helping our state prepare to fight coronavirus." Sen. John Thune
April 3, 2020 Tweet - "Great idea to help South Dakotans remain connected while normal life patterns are disrupted by #coronavirus. #TogetherWhileApart" 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
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 2, 2020 Letter to Treasury Secretary Stevin Mnucin and internal Revenue Service Charles Retting - Perdue, Loeffler Secure Automatic COVID-19 Payments For Seniors Sen. John Thune, ...
April 2, 2020 COVID-19 Relief Available for South Dakota Families and Businesses Sen. Mike Rounds
April 2, 2020 Tweet - "Just had a #COVID19Pandemic update call with Dr. Fauci, @StevenMnuchin1 , and others in the admin. They're confident that Americans staying at home & #SocialDistancing are having a positive effect. Even if it's inconvenient, your actions will make a difference as we combat #COVID." Sen. John Thune
April 2, 2020 Tweet - "Hey, parents. Since many of you have added "teacher" to your list of titles during this isolation period, I recorded a 10-minute lesson for elementary and middle school students about the U.S. Senate. Check it out" Sen. John Thune
April 2, 2020 Tweet - "Important #COVID19 information" Sen. John Thune
April 2, 2020 Thune Launches Special COVID-19 Resources Page on His Website Sen. John Thune
April 1, 2020 Tweet - "Many have been skeptical of China's lack of transparency surrounding #COVID19, and new reporting confirms their concealment. Our focus is on our domestic response, saving lives & helping American families. Accurate data informs these efforts." Sen. John Thune
April 1, 2020 Tweet - "We will get through this together. #AmericaStrong #AmericanSpirit" 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 Sen. John Thune, ...
April 1, 2020 Tweet - "Thank you for sharing. This is one more example of the kindness that's helping to spread joy and hope throughout this tumultuous time. As a son of two educators, I've seen firsthand the lengths they go to for their students." Sen. John Thune
March 31, 2020 Tweet - "Illegal robocallers are trying to take advantage of the coronavirus crisis. But the @FCC is taking important steps (required by my #TRACEDAct) that will help protect consumers from these bad actors now and in the future." Sen. John Thune
March 30, 2020 Tweet - "As our nation's health care professionals fight the coronavirus pandemic on the front lines, #NationalDoctorDay takes on more meaning this year. Thank you for all you're doing to serve our country." Sen. John Thune
March 30, 2020 Tweet - "Through all of the difficulties we're facing, the American spirit is still burning bright in South Dakota. Especially proud of South Dakotans as they continue to work hard and spread hope in these challenging times." 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 30, 2020 Tweet - "Last May, the Air Force announced Ellsworth AFB as the first choice to host the B-21 Raider Flag of United States. I am excited that the formal basing process has begun. Due to social distancing precautions, information has moved online. Comments are due May 9. http://B21EIS.com" Sen. John Thune
March 28, 2020 Tweet - "The American spirit is strong. We're seeing examples across the country. Heroes are among us -- health care professionals, first responders, grocery store workers, delivery drivers, & pharmacy clerks. There's nothing more American than rising to the occasion in times of need." Sen. John Thune
March 27, 2020 Rounds USPHS Legislation Included in COVID-19 Relief Bill Sen. Mike Rounds
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 27, 2020 Tweet - "It's good to see everyone pull together -- Republicans & Democrats, Congress & the admin -- to get much-needed relief to the American people. This is a challenging time. But it's in challenging times that we often see the best in America." Sen. John Thune
March 27, 2020 Tweet - "A lot of folks are out of work as a result of the coronavirus outbreak, which is why it's so important we deliver critical relief to the American people as soon as possible." Sen. John Thune
Date Title Politician
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 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 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Members of Congress Urge USDA to Provide Assistance to Pork Producers Sen.John Thune, ...
April 16, 2020 Tweet - "I'm having bad déjà vu. Was this really only three weeks ago? And now we're back here *again* with Democrats blocking relief during a #GlobalPandemic. This isn't an abstract policy debate -- these are peoples' jobs and Americans' livelihoods. That's what we're trying to protect." Sen.John Thune
April 14, 2020 Letter to U.S. Secretary of Treasury Steven Mnuchin and Small Business Administrator Jovita Carranza - Loeffler, Colleagues Urge Treasury, SBA to Ensure Protections for Faith-based Entities Sen.John Thune, ...
April 14, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Lankford, Wicker & Senators Urge Trump to Keep Pro-Life Protections for Coronavirus Research Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
April 14, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Stephen Hahn, Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration - Inhofe Joins Bicameral Group Pressing FDA to Enforce Medication Abortion Restrictions During COVID-19 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 10, 2020 Argus Leader - Heroes Come In Unlikely Forms Sen.John Thune
April 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Rep. Axne Urges Secretary Perdue to Assist Biofuel Producers Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
April 10, 2020 Letter to Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - McAdams calls on federal government to order more personal protective equipment Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
April 9, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General for the Dept. of Justice - Thune Urges Department of Justice to Investigate Price Manipulation in the Beef Market Sen.John Thune
April 8, 2020 Letter to Labor Secretary Eugene Scalia and Homeland Security Acting Secretary Chad Wolf - Perdue, Loeffler Seek H-2A Flexibility During COVID-19 Crisis Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
April 8, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Thune Urges USDA to Strengthen the Integrity of the Cattle Market 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 8, 2020 Tweet - "There is a lot of information out there about #COVID19, and it can be hard to know what info to trust. For up-to-date resources, including important @CDCgov guidance, check out http://thune.senate.gov/COVID19." Sen.John Thune
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 7, 2020 Tweet - "We all have to be resilient and grind through this -- knowing that the best way to get to the other side is to adhere to guidelines. And look for those days, hopefully in the near future, when we can hug our grandkids again. #TuesdayMotivation" 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 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 6, 2020 Letter to Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs - Rounds, Colleagues Urge VA to Expand Telemental Health Services for Veterans During COVID-19 Sen.Mike Rounds
April 6, 2020 Letter to Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie - Loeffler, Colleagues Urge VA to Expand TeleMental Health Services for Veterans During COVID-19 Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
April 5, 2020 Capital Journal - Professor John Thune: U.S. Government 101 Sen.John Thune
April 3, 2020 Letter to U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Alex Azar and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator Seema Verma - Loeffler Asks Administration to Allow At-Risk Patients to Receive Treatments at Home Sen.John Thune, ...
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.Mike Rounds, ...
April 3, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Tester, Colleagues Urge VA to Expand Telemental Health Services to Veterans During COVID-19 Outbreak Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
April 3, 2020 Tweet - "#COVID19 UPDATE: South Dakota received pallets of supplies this week from the National Strategic Stockpile and will be getting a number of the @AbbottNews rapid testing machines soon. These tools will go a long way in helping our state prepare to fight coronavirus." Sen.John Thune
April 3, 2020 Tweet - "Great idea to help South Dakotans remain connected while normal life patterns are disrupted by #coronavirus. #TogetherWhileApart" 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
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 2, 2020 Letter to Treasury Secretary Stevin Mnucin and internal Revenue Service Charles Retting - Perdue, Loeffler Secure Automatic COVID-19 Payments For Seniors Sen.John Thune, ...
April 2, 2020 COVID-19 Relief Available for South Dakota Families and Businesses Sen.Mike Rounds
April 2, 2020 Tweet - "Just had a #COVID19Pandemic update call with Dr. Fauci, @StevenMnuchin1 , and others in the admin. They're confident that Americans staying at home & #SocialDistancing are having a positive effect. Even if it's inconvenient, your actions will make a difference as we combat #COVID." Sen.John Thune
April 2, 2020 Tweet - "Hey, parents. Since many of you have added "teacher" to your list of titles during this isolation period, I recorded a 10-minute lesson for elementary and middle school students about the U.S. Senate. Check it out" Sen.John Thune
April 2, 2020 Tweet - "Important #COVID19 information" Sen.John Thune
April 2, 2020 Thune Launches Special COVID-19 Resources Page on His Website Sen.John Thune
April 1, 2020 Tweet - "Many have been skeptical of China's lack of transparency surrounding #COVID19, and new reporting confirms their concealment. Our focus is on our domestic response, saving lives & helping American families. Accurate data informs these efforts." Sen.John Thune
April 1, 2020 Tweet - "We will get through this together. #AmericaStrong #AmericanSpirit" 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 Sen.John Thune, ...
April 1, 2020 Tweet - "Thank you for sharing. This is one more example of the kindness that's helping to spread joy and hope throughout this tumultuous time. As a son of two educators, I've seen firsthand the lengths they go to for their students." Sen.John Thune
March 31, 2020 Tweet - "Illegal robocallers are trying to take advantage of the coronavirus crisis. But the @FCC is taking important steps (required by my #TRACEDAct) that will help protect consumers from these bad actors now and in the future." Sen.John Thune
March 30, 2020 Tweet - "As our nation's health care professionals fight the coronavirus pandemic on the front lines, #NationalDoctorDay takes on more meaning this year. Thank you for all you're doing to serve our country." Sen.John Thune
March 30, 2020 Tweet - "Through all of the difficulties we're facing, the American spirit is still burning bright in South Dakota. Especially proud of South Dakotans as they continue to work hard and spread hope in these challenging times." 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 30, 2020 Tweet - "Last May, the Air Force announced Ellsworth AFB as the first choice to host the B-21 Raider Flag of United States. I am excited that the formal basing process has begun. Due to social distancing precautions, information has moved online. Comments are due May 9. http://B21EIS.com" Sen.John Thune
March 28, 2020 Tweet - "The American spirit is strong. We're seeing examples across the country. Heroes are among us -- health care professionals, first responders, grocery store workers, delivery drivers, & pharmacy clerks. There's nothing more American than rising to the occasion in times of need." Sen.John Thune
March 27, 2020 Rounds USPHS Legislation Included in COVID-19 Relief Bill Sen.Mike Rounds
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 27, 2020 Tweet - "It's good to see everyone pull together -- Republicans & Democrats, Congress & the admin -- to get much-needed relief to the American people. This is a challenging time. But it's in challenging times that we often see the best in America." Sen.John Thune
March 27, 2020 Tweet - "A lot of folks are out of work as a result of the coronavirus outbreak, which is why it's so important we deliver critical relief to the American people as soon as possible." Sen.John Thune
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