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Dec. 4, 2020 Tweet - "A safe & effective vaccine will be key to restoring our way of life & building back our economy. To fully realize the benefit of the tremendous work that's been done to develop and verify multiple COVID-19 vaccines, Americans need to be confident in the process & the results." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 4, 2020 Letter to Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader; Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader; Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Luetkemeyer Urges Extension of TDR Provision Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Dec. 3, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of Veterans Affairs of the US Department of Veterans Affairs, and Hon. Christopher C. Miller, Acting Secretary of Defense of the US Department of Defense - Duckworth, Klobuchar, Rounds Urge Administration to Ensure Servicemembers and Veterans Exposed to Burn Pits Receive Proper Care During Coronavirus Pandemic Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 3, 2020 Portman, Cardin, Thune, Menendez Introduce Legislation to Fund COVID-19 Vaccine Public Advocacy Campaign Sen. John Thune, ...
Dec. 2, 2020 Problem Solvers Caucus, Senate Partners Unveil Bipartisan , Bicameral 4-Month Covid-19 Emergency Relief Package Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Dec. 1, 2020 Murkowski Joins Bipartisan, Bicameral Working Group Announcing COVID-19 Emergency Relief Framework Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Nov. 25, 2020 South Dakota War College - US Senator John Thune's Weekly Column: We're in This Together Sen. John Thune
Nov. 22, 2020 South Dakota War College - US Senator John Thune's Weekly Column: Tough Times Highlight Blessings Sen. John Thune
Nov. 20, 2020 Keeping Our Economy and Schools Open Rep. Dusty Johnson
Nov. 19, 2020 Tweet - "Thank you to the dedicated doctors, nurses, & other health care professionals who work tirelessly to keep our rural communities healthy. #RuralHealthDay" Sen. John Thune
Nov. 18, 2020 Thune: Providing COVID Relief and Confirming Qualified Judges Among Senate Republicans' Top Priorities Sen. John Thune
Nov. 18, 2020 Tweet - "We should be sitting down & working on a reasonable, targeted, fiscally responsible #COVID relief bill. Republicans have been more than willing to do that. But the Democrats continue to insist upon a multi-trillion dollar bill consisting of a bunch of liberal wish list items." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 17, 2020 Tweet - "Yesterday, for the second Monday in a row, we received tremendous news about the prospects for a COVID vaccine. Moderna announced its COVID vaccine is over 90% effective -- raising the possibility that not one but two COVID vaccines may be available in the very near future." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 17, 2020 Tweet - "Republicans aren't giving up on targeted #COVID relief, but so far Democrats have shown no willingness for compromise. I hope that changes. Republicans will continue to invite our Democrat colleagues to work with us to find a middle ground." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Visited Encompass Health in Sioux Falls today to tour their new facility & meet with their knowledgeable staff. The new post-acute hospital can provide care for patients that require intensive, skilled rehab services, while freeing up needed beds at other hospitals in the region." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Rep. Axne Leads Charge Against Threats to 340B Drug Discount Program Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Nov. 12, 2020 President Expected to Sign Thune-Smith Bill to Ease Application Process for the Impact Aid Program During COVID-19 Pandemic Sen. John Thune, ...
Nov. 12, 2020 Johnson Applauds Senate Passage of Impact Aid Bill Rep. Dusty Johnson
Nov. 9, 2020 Tweet - "This is big news for the American people & a critical milestone in the development of a #COVID19 vaccine. Hopeful to see more good news from this trial soon." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 6, 2020 Tweet - "In Aberdeen today with the rest of the SD delegation to mark the expansion of @3M 's N95 mask production lines. This equipment will help protect our frontline workers who continue to put their own health at risk to fight #COVID19. Thank you to our health care heroes & to 3M." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 26, 2020 Thune Joins "Full Court Press" with Greta Van Susteren Sen. John Thune
Oct. 26, 2020 Tweet - "Democrats' attempted delay antics over the last seven-plus days were absurd. After they voted to block COVID relief multiple times & tried to adjourn the Senate entirely, Dems suddenly brought up a completely unrealistic "relief" bill to delay the #SCOTUS vote. Pure theatrics." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 25, 2020 Thune Joins Fox News's "Cavuto LIVE' to Discuss Judge Amy Coney Barrett and COVID-19 Relief Negotiations Sen. John Thune
Oct. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Hard to believe that Senate Democrats just voted AGAIN to block COVID relief. There are Americans who can't feed their families because of the economic side effects of COVID-19 shutdowns, yet Democrats still refuse to act unless GOP allows 2.4 trillion in irresponsible spending." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 21, 2020 Johnson, Spanberger Introduce SAVE for Seniors Act to Guarantee Access to Free COVID-19 Vaccine for Medicare Beneficiaries Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Oct. 20, 2020 Tweet - "Why haven't we passed more COVID relief? Let's boil this down, because it's pretty simple. Dems are sabotaging negotiations & holding relief hostage over blue-state bailouts. Pelosi's all-or-nothing negotiating tactics can't work, & sadly, it's Americans who'll pay the price." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 14, 2020 Tweet - "Republicans have tried for months to pass targeted support for Americans affected by COVID. We've proposed multiple relief bills, but Pelosi's demand is hundreds of billions for blue state bailouts or no deal. How can we find common ground when this is how she negotiates?" Sen. John Thune
Oct. 14, 2020 Tweet - "Had a great discussion at @USD 's panel on the business implications of COVID-19 & the challenges/opportunities it could present for South Dakota. Thanks to @USDPresident Gestring & Biz School Dean @Venky4 for inviting me to speak & meet some of their impressive students." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 12, 2020 Tweet - "Watching today's hearing, you would've thought it was a floor debate on health care. Dems know they can't fault Judge Barrett on her merits, so they're relying on scare tactics. The truth is, we have no idea how she will rule on any case. But we do know she'll follow the law." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 9, 2020 Letter to Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Loeffler Urges HHS to Avoid Creating New Financial Hardships for Rural Hospitals Sen. John Thune, ...
Oct. 9, 2020 Rounds Statement on Official VA Action to Keep Hot Springs VA Campus Open Sen. Mike Rounds
Oct. 9, 2020 From Heroin to Hope Rep. Dusty Johnson
Oct. 8, 2020 Tweet - "Nancy Pelosi is holding key COVID aid hostage unless Congress adds trillions more to the national debt. Targeted COVID relief? "No." Cross mark Lifeline for small businesses? "No." Cross mark Airline employee assistance? "No." Cross mark It's pretty clear she's putting politics above policy." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 2, 2020 Rounds, Smith Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Help Health Care Providers Continue Delivering Telehealth Services to Rural America Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Oct. 2, 2020 Tweet - "Praying for the continued health of our president and first lady after their #COVID19 diagnosis and for all Americans who have been affected by this awful virus. We're still in this fight together." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 1, 2020 U.S. Senators Tina Smith & Mike Rounds Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Help Health Care Providers Continue Delivering Telehealth Services to Rural America Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Oct. 1, 2020 Rounds Introduces Bill to Reform NRCS to Better Serve South Dakota Farmers, Ranchers and Landowners Sen. Mike Rounds
Sept. 29, 2020 Rounds, Thune, Johnson: Army Corps Announces Major Step Toward Implementation of Snowpack Monitoring System Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "During New York's toughest moments of #COVID19, medical professionals from around the country stepped in to help. Instead of gratitude, Gov. Cuomo demanded these workers pay NY's (famously high) income tax while there." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "When Republicans saw Dems had left key ag funding out of the CR, we demanded it be fixed. It's been a hard year for farmers/ranchers: low commodity prices, bad weather, difficulties w/ markets, and -- of course -- #COVID. Very glad we were able to get this funding back in the bill." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "Very mature. America is battling a global pandemic and mourning the loss of a Supreme Court justice, but Chuck Schumer is determined to prevent committees from meeting on important topics like election security. #TemperTantrum" Sen. John Thune
Sept. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Speaker Pelosi has withheld vital CCC funding from the House govt funding bill -- reneging on the previous bipartisan agreement. This $ would go toward helping American farmers hit hard by the pandemic, feeding children who normally rely on school lunches, & other vital areas." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 18, 2020 Tweet - "I couldn't agree more. @DepSecSteve is an old friend and colleague of mine and one of the best advocates for the American ag community. We spoke just this morning about providing additional relief funding to farmers & ranchers impacted by #COVID19. I thank him for his service." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 18, 2020 Tweet - "Good to see this admin supporting American farmers & ranchers. The @USDA announced second round of vital #CFAP $ to help producers hit hard by #COVID19. At the beginning of #COVID19, there was concern over food shortages. We have our f&r to thank for these fears not coming true." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 18, 2020 Johnson Statement on CFAP Announcement Rep. Dusty Johnson
Sept. 17, 2020 Rounds Receives Top Rating from Pro-Life Group Sen. Mike Rounds
Sept. 17, 2020 Delegation Introduces Bill to Allow State to Conduct Clean-Up Effort at Gilt Edge Mine Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 17, 2020 Langevin, Cicilline, Johnson, Introduce Stopgap Measure to Continue Transportation Projects During the Pandemic Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 17, 2020 Problem Solvers Caucus unveils "March to Common Ground" COVID stimulus framework Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex M. Azar, Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Sen. Moran Joins Bipartisan Effort Urging Hhs to Address Pharmaceutical Companies Undermining 340 B Program Sen. John Thune, ...
Date Title Politician
Dec. 4, 2020 Tweet - "A safe & effective vaccine will be key to restoring our way of life & building back our economy. To fully realize the benefit of the tremendous work that's been done to develop and verify multiple COVID-19 vaccines, Americans need to be confident in the process & the results." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 4, 2020 Letter to Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader; Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader; Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Luetkemeyer Urges Extension of TDR Provision Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Dec. 3, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of Veterans Affairs of the US Department of Veterans Affairs, and Hon. Christopher C. Miller, Acting Secretary of Defense of the US Department of Defense - Duckworth, Klobuchar, Rounds Urge Administration to Ensure Servicemembers and Veterans Exposed to Burn Pits Receive Proper Care During Coronavirus Pandemic Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 3, 2020 Portman, Cardin, Thune, Menendez Introduce Legislation to Fund COVID-19 Vaccine Public Advocacy Campaign Sen.John Thune, ...
Dec. 2, 2020 Problem Solvers Caucus, Senate Partners Unveil Bipartisan , Bicameral 4-Month Covid-19 Emergency Relief Package Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Dec. 1, 2020 Murkowski Joins Bipartisan, Bicameral Working Group Announcing COVID-19 Emergency Relief Framework Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Nov. 25, 2020 South Dakota War College - US Senator John Thune's Weekly Column: We're in This Together Sen.John Thune
Nov. 22, 2020 South Dakota War College - US Senator John Thune's Weekly Column: Tough Times Highlight Blessings Sen.John Thune
Nov. 20, 2020 Keeping Our Economy and Schools Open Rep.Dusty Johnson
Nov. 19, 2020 Tweet - "Thank you to the dedicated doctors, nurses, & other health care professionals who work tirelessly to keep our rural communities healthy. #RuralHealthDay" Sen.John Thune
Nov. 18, 2020 Thune: Providing COVID Relief and Confirming Qualified Judges Among Senate Republicans' Top Priorities Sen.John Thune
Nov. 18, 2020 Tweet - "We should be sitting down & working on a reasonable, targeted, fiscally responsible #COVID relief bill. Republicans have been more than willing to do that. But the Democrats continue to insist upon a multi-trillion dollar bill consisting of a bunch of liberal wish list items." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 17, 2020 Tweet - "Yesterday, for the second Monday in a row, we received tremendous news about the prospects for a COVID vaccine. Moderna announced its COVID vaccine is over 90% effective -- raising the possibility that not one but two COVID vaccines may be available in the very near future." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 17, 2020 Tweet - "Republicans aren't giving up on targeted #COVID relief, but so far Democrats have shown no willingness for compromise. I hope that changes. Republicans will continue to invite our Democrat colleagues to work with us to find a middle ground." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Visited Encompass Health in Sioux Falls today to tour their new facility & meet with their knowledgeable staff. The new post-acute hospital can provide care for patients that require intensive, skilled rehab services, while freeing up needed beds at other hospitals in the region." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Rep. Axne Leads Charge Against Threats to 340B Drug Discount Program Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Nov. 12, 2020 President Expected to Sign Thune-Smith Bill to Ease Application Process for the Impact Aid Program During COVID-19 Pandemic Sen.John Thune, ...
Nov. 12, 2020 Johnson Applauds Senate Passage of Impact Aid Bill Rep.Dusty Johnson
Nov. 9, 2020 Tweet - "This is big news for the American people & a critical milestone in the development of a #COVID19 vaccine. Hopeful to see more good news from this trial soon." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 6, 2020 Tweet - "In Aberdeen today with the rest of the SD delegation to mark the expansion of @3M 's N95 mask production lines. This equipment will help protect our frontline workers who continue to put their own health at risk to fight #COVID19. Thank you to our health care heroes & to 3M." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 26, 2020 Thune Joins "Full Court Press" with Greta Van Susteren Sen.John Thune
Oct. 26, 2020 Tweet - "Democrats' attempted delay antics over the last seven-plus days were absurd. After they voted to block COVID relief multiple times & tried to adjourn the Senate entirely, Dems suddenly brought up a completely unrealistic "relief" bill to delay the #SCOTUS vote. Pure theatrics." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 25, 2020 Thune Joins Fox News's "Cavuto LIVE' to Discuss Judge Amy Coney Barrett and COVID-19 Relief Negotiations Sen.John Thune
Oct. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Hard to believe that Senate Democrats just voted AGAIN to block COVID relief. There are Americans who can't feed their families because of the economic side effects of COVID-19 shutdowns, yet Democrats still refuse to act unless GOP allows 2.4 trillion in irresponsible spending." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 21, 2020 Johnson, Spanberger Introduce SAVE for Seniors Act to Guarantee Access to Free COVID-19 Vaccine for Medicare Beneficiaries Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Oct. 20, 2020 Tweet - "Why haven't we passed more COVID relief? Let's boil this down, because it's pretty simple. Dems are sabotaging negotiations & holding relief hostage over blue-state bailouts. Pelosi's all-or-nothing negotiating tactics can't work, & sadly, it's Americans who'll pay the price." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 14, 2020 Tweet - "Republicans have tried for months to pass targeted support for Americans affected by COVID. We've proposed multiple relief bills, but Pelosi's demand is hundreds of billions for blue state bailouts or no deal. How can we find common ground when this is how she negotiates?" Sen.John Thune
Oct. 14, 2020 Tweet - "Had a great discussion at @USD 's panel on the business implications of COVID-19 & the challenges/opportunities it could present for South Dakota. Thanks to @USDPresident Gestring & Biz School Dean @Venky4 for inviting me to speak & meet some of their impressive students." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 12, 2020 Tweet - "Watching today's hearing, you would've thought it was a floor debate on health care. Dems know they can't fault Judge Barrett on her merits, so they're relying on scare tactics. The truth is, we have no idea how she will rule on any case. But we do know she'll follow the law." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 9, 2020 Letter to Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Loeffler Urges HHS to Avoid Creating New Financial Hardships for Rural Hospitals Sen.John Thune, ...
Oct. 9, 2020 Rounds Statement on Official VA Action to Keep Hot Springs VA Campus Open Sen.Mike Rounds
Oct. 9, 2020 From Heroin to Hope Rep.Dusty Johnson
Oct. 8, 2020 Tweet - "Nancy Pelosi is holding key COVID aid hostage unless Congress adds trillions more to the national debt. Targeted COVID relief? "No." Cross mark Lifeline for small businesses? "No." Cross mark Airline employee assistance? "No." Cross mark It's pretty clear she's putting politics above policy." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 2, 2020 Rounds, Smith Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Help Health Care Providers Continue Delivering Telehealth Services to Rural America Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Oct. 2, 2020 Tweet - "Praying for the continued health of our president and first lady after their #COVID19 diagnosis and for all Americans who have been affected by this awful virus. We're still in this fight together." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 1, 2020 U.S. Senators Tina Smith & Mike Rounds Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Help Health Care Providers Continue Delivering Telehealth Services to Rural America Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Oct. 1, 2020 Rounds Introduces Bill to Reform NRCS to Better Serve South Dakota Farmers, Ranchers and Landowners Sen.Mike Rounds
Sept. 29, 2020 Rounds, Thune, Johnson: Army Corps Announces Major Step Toward Implementation of Snowpack Monitoring System Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "During New York's toughest moments of #COVID19, medical professionals from around the country stepped in to help. Instead of gratitude, Gov. Cuomo demanded these workers pay NY's (famously high) income tax while there." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "When Republicans saw Dems had left key ag funding out of the CR, we demanded it be fixed. It's been a hard year for farmers/ranchers: low commodity prices, bad weather, difficulties w/ markets, and -- of course -- #COVID. Very glad we were able to get this funding back in the bill." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "Very mature. America is battling a global pandemic and mourning the loss of a Supreme Court justice, but Chuck Schumer is determined to prevent committees from meeting on important topics like election security. #TemperTantrum" Sen.John Thune
Sept. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Speaker Pelosi has withheld vital CCC funding from the House govt funding bill -- reneging on the previous bipartisan agreement. This $ would go toward helping American farmers hit hard by the pandemic, feeding children who normally rely on school lunches, & other vital areas." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 18, 2020 Tweet - "I couldn't agree more. @DepSecSteve is an old friend and colleague of mine and one of the best advocates for the American ag community. We spoke just this morning about providing additional relief funding to farmers & ranchers impacted by #COVID19. I thank him for his service." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 18, 2020 Tweet - "Good to see this admin supporting American farmers & ranchers. The @USDA announced second round of vital #CFAP $ to help producers hit hard by #COVID19. At the beginning of #COVID19, there was concern over food shortages. We have our f&r to thank for these fears not coming true." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 18, 2020 Johnson Statement on CFAP Announcement Rep.Dusty Johnson
Sept. 17, 2020 Rounds Receives Top Rating from Pro-Life Group Sen.Mike Rounds
Sept. 17, 2020 Delegation Introduces Bill to Allow State to Conduct Clean-Up Effort at Gilt Edge Mine Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 17, 2020 Langevin, Cicilline, Johnson, Introduce Stopgap Measure to Continue Transportation Projects During the Pandemic Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 17, 2020 Problem Solvers Caucus unveils "March to Common Ground" COVID stimulus framework Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex M. Azar, Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Sen. Moran Joins Bipartisan Effort Urging Hhs to Address Pharmaceutical Companies Undermining 340 B Program Sen.John Thune, ...
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