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July 29, 2020 Tweet - "It makes no sense to most South Dakotans why a t-shirt they wear can say "made in country x" but often the beef we eat cannot. Americans would like to know where in the world their beef is coming from, yet the @WTO continues to rule against country-of-origin labeling for beef." Sen. John Thune
July 28, 2020 Problem Solvers Caucus Endorses Bill to Ensure Better Meat Processing and Labeling Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
July 28, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Minority Leader of the House of Representatives - Baldwin Leads Bipartisan Group of Senate and House Members Calling for More Support for Farmers, Agriculture Economy in Next Covid-19 Relief Package Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
July 24, 2020 Gardner Lends Support to Allow Emergency Haying and Grazing on CRP Land During COVID-19 Pandemic Sen. John Thune, ...
July 22, 2020 Tweet - ". @USDA has released its report on recent cattle market volatility, which I'll be reviewing closely. I continue to have concerns about potential price manipulation/anticompetitive activities in meatpacking & will press @TheJusticeDept to conclude its investigation into the matter." Sen. John Thune
July 22, 2020 Tweet - "A few of my priorities in this next phase of federal #COVID relief: -More relief for struggling Americans -Funding for impacted farmers & ranchers -Protection from surprise state taxes for #COVID relief & mobile/remote workers -Telehealth -Liability protections for schools & biz" Sen. John Thune
July 22, 2020 Thune Statement on USDA Cattle Market Investigation Report Sen. John Thune
July 22, 2020 Johnson Statement on USDA Cattle Investigation Rep. Dusty Johnson
July 21, 2020 Johnson, Conaway: Farmers to Families Food Box Program Off to a Good Start Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
July 21, 2020 Hearing of the House Agriculture Subcommittee on Nutrition, Oversight, and Department Operations - Opening Statement of Rep. Dusty Johnson, Hearing on the Famers to Families Food Box Program Rep. Dusty Johnson
July 21, 2020 USDA: Cattle Market Investigation Findings Coming Soon Rep. Dusty Johnson
July 14, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House and the Hon. Kevin Mc Carthy, House Minority Leader - Congressman Rick Crawford Encourages the House to Lead Reforms in Agriculture Supply Chain Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
July 12, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture - Thune, Stabenow, Johnson, and Loebsack Lead Bipartisan, Bicameral Letter Urging USDA to Provide Flexibility for Harvesting and Grazing Cover Crops on Prevented Plant Acres Sen. John Thune, ...
July 1, 2020 Tweet - "A great day for our farmers, ranchers, and workers across the country. Today, the new and improved trade deal between the USA and our two biggest trading partners, Canada & Mexico, goes into effect. The #USMCA will help expand markets for #Americanmade goods & services." Sen. John Thune
June 30, 2020 Johnson, Cuellar Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Support Meat and Poultry Producers Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
June 22, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Senate Agriculture Committee Urges Secretary Perdue to Extend WIC Flexibilities Sen. John Thune, ...
June 19, 2020 South Dakota War College - US Senator John Thune's Weekly Column: Investing in the Future of Agriculture Sen. John Thune
June 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Reps. Crawford, Kildee Lead Bipartisan Effort to Increase Access to Healthy Food During Coronavirus Pandemic Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
June 15, 2020 Rounds: Growing Momentum for New Markets for State-Inspected Meat and Poultry Act Sen. Mike Rounds
June 12, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Thune, Stabenow, Johnson, and Loebsack Lead Bipartisan, Bicameral Letter Urging USDA to Provide Flexibility for Harvesting and Grazing Cover Crops on Prevented Plant Acres Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
June 11, 2020 Statements on Introduced Bills and Joint Resolution Sen. John Thune
June 9, 2020 Tweet - "Important reminder: with a GOP-led Senate & Dem-led House, any bill must be #bipartisan to become law. To get things done, we must work together. Glad to work w/ @SenatorBaldwin today on an important bill to tweak the #PPP to support American producers who help #FeedTheWorld." Sen. John Thune
June 9, 2020 Thune, Baldwin Introduce Bill to Improve Paycheck Protection Program for Agricultural Producers Sen. John Thune, ...
June 5, 2020 Tweet - "Glad to see the DOJ is stepping up and investigating this. This is important news for our ranchers and shows the administration is listening to our calls for the truth." Sen. John Thune
June 5, 2020 Thune, Smith Introduce Bill to Allow Emergency Haying and Grazing on CRP Acres During COVID-19 Pandemic Sen. John Thune, ...
May 29, 2020 Letter to Hon. Sonny Perdue, U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary - Lucas Joins Colleagues Advocating Flexibility for Oklahoma's Cattle Producers Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
May 28, 2020 ArgiPulse - Put Our Bipartisan Legislation to Bolster the Food Supply Chain in Any New COVID-19 Relief Package Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
May 21, 2020 Johnson, Craig Introduce Bipartisan Legislation To Support Small Meatpacking Plants Working Overtime To Feed America Rep. Dusty Johnson
May 21, 2020 Tweet - "The @nytimes thinks this is the end of meat… They should visit SD, try our high-quality meat products, & get to know the South Dakotans who work hard every day to help feed the world. Step out of their bubble." Sen. John Thune
May 21, 2020 Tweet - "This headline." Sen. John Thune
May 20, 2020 Johnson, Torres Small Introduce Bipartisan Farming Support To States Act Rep. Dusty Johnson
May 20, 2020 Torres Small, Johnson Introduce Bipartisan Farming Support to States Act Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
May 19, 2020 Tweet - "I've been urging the @USDA to get this assistance out to our producers. During this crisis, many Americans have come face-to-face with the reality that food doesn't come from the grocery store shelf -- it comes from the tireless work of farmers & ranchers. #FarmersFeedTheWorld" Sen. John Thune
May 14, 2020 Thune Working Hard For South Dakota's Cattle Producers Sen. John Thune
May 13, 2020 Tester, Rounds and colleagues fight to reinstate mandatory country of origin labeling Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
May 13, 2020 Tweet - "JI believe American consumers have the right to know where the beef they purchase comes from. Especially during these uncertain times, the least we can do for ranchers & consumers is to provide them with the benefit of seeing "made in the USA' labels on grocery store shelves." Sen. John Thune
May 12, 2020 Letter to Hon. William Barr, U.S. Department of Justice Attorney General - Senator Doug Jones Calls on Justice Department to Investigate Potentially Illegal Practices by Beef Packers Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
May 12, 2020 Johnson Supports Bill To Safeguard Agriculture From Foreign Investments Rep. Dusty Johnson
May 12, 2020 Rounds, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Increase Transparency in Cattle Pricing Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
May 12, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General for the Dept. of Justice - Thune, Rounds Join Colleagues in Requesting DOJ to Investigate Potential Illegal Practices by Beef Packers Sen. John Thune, ...
May 12, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Delegation Urges USDA to Allow State-Approved Meat and Poultry Products to Be Donated or Sold Across State Lines Sen. John Thune, ...
May 12, 2020 Tweet - "I was pleased to join @SecretarySonny in announcing rural broadband funding for @SDNcomm in the Black Hills--this means more opportunities for telehealth, distance learning, precision ag, and so much more." Sen. John Thune
May 11, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House , and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Durbin Joins Bipartisan Group Of Senators In Urging Indemnity Support For Pork Producers Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
May 11, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - As Nation Faces Meat and Poultry Shortage, King Urges Inclusion of New Markets for State-Inspected Meat and Poultry Act in Next Pandemic Relief Bill Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
May 8, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Peterson Leads Bipartisan Group of Lawmakers in Asking for FEMA Help on Livestock Depopulation, Disposal Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
May 7, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - U.S. Senators Tina Smith and Joni Ernst Lead Bipartisan Push Urging Administration to Protect Biofuels and Reject Legality of Waiving the Renewable Fuel Standard Sen. John Thune, ...
May 7, 2020 Tweet - "Biofuels create jobs, add value to American agriculture, bolster our energy independence, and provide an affordable, cleaner fuel. Waiving the RFS would undercut our rural economy at an already challenging time." Sen. John Thune
May 5, 2020 Rep. Austin Scott Introduces Legislation to Raise CCC's Borrowing Authority Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
May 1, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture - Marshall Requests Update on Packer Investigation Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
April 28, 2020 Following Rounds Request, Administration Declares Meat Processing Plants as Critical Infrastructure by Invoking the Defense Production Act Sen. Mike Rounds
Date Title Politician
July 29, 2020 Tweet - "It makes no sense to most South Dakotans why a t-shirt they wear can say "made in country x" but often the beef we eat cannot. Americans would like to know where in the world their beef is coming from, yet the @WTO continues to rule against country-of-origin labeling for beef." Sen.John Thune
July 28, 2020 Problem Solvers Caucus Endorses Bill to Ensure Better Meat Processing and Labeling Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
July 28, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Minority Leader of the House of Representatives - Baldwin Leads Bipartisan Group of Senate and House Members Calling for More Support for Farmers, Agriculture Economy in Next Covid-19 Relief Package Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
July 24, 2020 Gardner Lends Support to Allow Emergency Haying and Grazing on CRP Land During COVID-19 Pandemic Sen.John Thune, ...
July 22, 2020 Tweet - ". @USDA has released its report on recent cattle market volatility, which I'll be reviewing closely. I continue to have concerns about potential price manipulation/anticompetitive activities in meatpacking & will press @TheJusticeDept to conclude its investigation into the matter." Sen.John Thune
July 22, 2020 Tweet - "A few of my priorities in this next phase of federal #COVID relief: -More relief for struggling Americans -Funding for impacted farmers & ranchers -Protection from surprise state taxes for #COVID relief & mobile/remote workers -Telehealth -Liability protections for schools & biz" Sen.John Thune
July 22, 2020 Thune Statement on USDA Cattle Market Investigation Report Sen.John Thune
July 22, 2020 Johnson Statement on USDA Cattle Investigation Rep.Dusty Johnson
July 21, 2020 Johnson, Conaway: Farmers to Families Food Box Program Off to a Good Start Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
July 21, 2020 Hearing of the House Agriculture Subcommittee on Nutrition, Oversight, and Department Operations - Opening Statement of Rep. Dusty Johnson, Hearing on the Famers to Families Food Box Program Rep.Dusty Johnson
July 21, 2020 USDA: Cattle Market Investigation Findings Coming Soon Rep.Dusty Johnson
July 14, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House and the Hon. Kevin Mc Carthy, House Minority Leader - Congressman Rick Crawford Encourages the House to Lead Reforms in Agriculture Supply Chain Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
July 12, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture - Thune, Stabenow, Johnson, and Loebsack Lead Bipartisan, Bicameral Letter Urging USDA to Provide Flexibility for Harvesting and Grazing Cover Crops on Prevented Plant Acres Sen.John Thune, ...
July 1, 2020 Tweet - "A great day for our farmers, ranchers, and workers across the country. Today, the new and improved trade deal between the USA and our two biggest trading partners, Canada & Mexico, goes into effect. The #USMCA will help expand markets for #Americanmade goods & services." Sen.John Thune
June 30, 2020 Johnson, Cuellar Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Support Meat and Poultry Producers Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
June 22, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Senate Agriculture Committee Urges Secretary Perdue to Extend WIC Flexibilities Sen.John Thune, ...
June 19, 2020 South Dakota War College - US Senator John Thune's Weekly Column: Investing in the Future of Agriculture Sen.John Thune
June 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Reps. Crawford, Kildee Lead Bipartisan Effort to Increase Access to Healthy Food During Coronavirus Pandemic Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
June 15, 2020 Rounds: Growing Momentum for New Markets for State-Inspected Meat and Poultry Act Sen.Mike Rounds
June 12, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Thune, Stabenow, Johnson, and Loebsack Lead Bipartisan, Bicameral Letter Urging USDA to Provide Flexibility for Harvesting and Grazing Cover Crops on Prevented Plant Acres Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
June 11, 2020 Statements on Introduced Bills and Joint Resolution Sen.John Thune
June 9, 2020 Tweet - "Important reminder: with a GOP-led Senate & Dem-led House, any bill must be #bipartisan to become law. To get things done, we must work together. Glad to work w/ @SenatorBaldwin today on an important bill to tweak the #PPP to support American producers who help #FeedTheWorld." Sen.John Thune
June 9, 2020 Thune, Baldwin Introduce Bill to Improve Paycheck Protection Program for Agricultural Producers Sen.John Thune, ...
June 5, 2020 Tweet - "Glad to see the DOJ is stepping up and investigating this. This is important news for our ranchers and shows the administration is listening to our calls for the truth." Sen.John Thune
June 5, 2020 Thune, Smith Introduce Bill to Allow Emergency Haying and Grazing on CRP Acres During COVID-19 Pandemic Sen.John Thune, ...
May 29, 2020 Letter to Hon. Sonny Perdue, U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary - Lucas Joins Colleagues Advocating Flexibility for Oklahoma's Cattle Producers Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
May 28, 2020 ArgiPulse - Put Our Bipartisan Legislation to Bolster the Food Supply Chain in Any New COVID-19 Relief Package Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
May 21, 2020 Johnson, Craig Introduce Bipartisan Legislation To Support Small Meatpacking Plants Working Overtime To Feed America Rep.Dusty Johnson
May 21, 2020 Tweet - "The @nytimes thinks this is the end of meat… They should visit SD, try our high-quality meat products, & get to know the South Dakotans who work hard every day to help feed the world. Step out of their bubble." Sen.John Thune
May 21, 2020 Tweet - "This headline." Sen.John Thune
May 20, 2020 Johnson, Torres Small Introduce Bipartisan Farming Support To States Act Rep.Dusty Johnson
May 20, 2020 Torres Small, Johnson Introduce Bipartisan Farming Support to States Act Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
May 19, 2020 Tweet - "I've been urging the @USDA to get this assistance out to our producers. During this crisis, many Americans have come face-to-face with the reality that food doesn't come from the grocery store shelf -- it comes from the tireless work of farmers & ranchers. #FarmersFeedTheWorld" Sen.John Thune
May 14, 2020 Thune Working Hard For South Dakota's Cattle Producers Sen.John Thune
May 13, 2020 Tester, Rounds and colleagues fight to reinstate mandatory country of origin labeling Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
May 13, 2020 Tweet - "JI believe American consumers have the right to know where the beef they purchase comes from. Especially during these uncertain times, the least we can do for ranchers & consumers is to provide them with the benefit of seeing "made in the USA' labels on grocery store shelves." Sen.John Thune
May 12, 2020 Letter to Hon. William Barr, U.S. Department of Justice Attorney General - Senator Doug Jones Calls on Justice Department to Investigate Potentially Illegal Practices by Beef Packers Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
May 12, 2020 Johnson Supports Bill To Safeguard Agriculture From Foreign Investments Rep.Dusty Johnson
May 12, 2020 Rounds, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Increase Transparency in Cattle Pricing Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
May 12, 2020 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General for the Dept. of Justice - Thune, Rounds Join Colleagues in Requesting DOJ to Investigate Potential Illegal Practices by Beef Packers Sen.John Thune, ...
May 12, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Delegation Urges USDA to Allow State-Approved Meat and Poultry Products to Be Donated or Sold Across State Lines Sen.John Thune, ...
May 12, 2020 Tweet - "I was pleased to join @SecretarySonny in announcing rural broadband funding for @SDNcomm in the Black Hills--this means more opportunities for telehealth, distance learning, precision ag, and so much more." Sen.John Thune
May 11, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House , and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Durbin Joins Bipartisan Group Of Senators In Urging Indemnity Support For Pork Producers Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
May 11, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - As Nation Faces Meat and Poultry Shortage, King Urges Inclusion of New Markets for State-Inspected Meat and Poultry Act in Next Pandemic Relief Bill Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
May 8, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Peterson Leads Bipartisan Group of Lawmakers in Asking for FEMA Help on Livestock Depopulation, Disposal Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
May 7, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - U.S. Senators Tina Smith and Joni Ernst Lead Bipartisan Push Urging Administration to Protect Biofuels and Reject Legality of Waiving the Renewable Fuel Standard Sen.John Thune, ...
May 7, 2020 Tweet - "Biofuels create jobs, add value to American agriculture, bolster our energy independence, and provide an affordable, cleaner fuel. Waiving the RFS would undercut our rural economy at an already challenging time." Sen.John Thune
May 5, 2020 Rep. Austin Scott Introduces Legislation to Raise CCC's Borrowing Authority Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
May 1, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture - Marshall Requests Update on Packer Investigation Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
April 28, 2020 Following Rounds Request, Administration Declares Meat Processing Plants as Critical Infrastructure by Invoking the Defense Production Act Sen.Mike Rounds
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