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Jan. 19, 2020 Rapid City Journal - THUNE: A bipartisan win for South Dakota agriculture Sen. John Thune
Jan. 16, 2020 Thune Statement on Senate Passage of USMCA Sen. John Thune
Jan. 16, 2020 Tweet - "The Senate has passed the modernized #USMCA trade deal. I was happy to be one of 89 senators to vote YES. This agreement will open markets for South Dakota farmers and ranchers, who have struggled for too long in today's agriculture economy." Sen. John Thune
Jan. 15, 2020 United States-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement Sen. John Thune
Jan. 15, 2020 Johnson Applauds Phase One China Trade Deal Rep. Dusty Johnson
Jan. 10, 2020 Tweet - "The December jobs report is out, and it shows yet another month of steady job growth and an unemployment rate that's still at a 50-year low. There's more work to do, particularly on the ag economy, but this is good news for American workers." Sen. John Thune
Jan. 7, 2020 Thune Statement on Finance Committee Passage of USMCA Sen. John Thune
Jan. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Farmers and ranchers in South Dakota and around the country have had a tough few years. It's past time to pass this trade deal. I will be voting yes on #USMCA, and I would encourage my colleagues on @SenFinance and in the U.S. Senate to do the same." Sen. John Thune
Jan. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Many Americans may not think about how agriculture affects their daily lives. Where does their food come from? The grocery store. But in truth, it's our hardworking farmers & ranchers who put food on their table. We are so grateful to them." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 19, 2019 Rounds Statement on Final Ethanol Rule Sen. Mike Rounds
Dec. 19, 2019 Thune Statement on RFS Final Rule Sen. John Thune
Dec. 11, 2019 Senate Advances Roberts, Peters, Thune, Bipartisan Bill to Ensure Representation for Agriculture, Forestry, and Rural Sectors on FAA's Drone Policy Board Sen. John Thune, ...
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "Proud to see Lynn receive this impressive and well-deserved honor. There may be someone out there who knows more about agriculture policy than Lynn, but if there is, I've yet to meet them. Very thankful for his hard work over the years and his many contributions to South Dakota." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "My number one priority is ensuring #USMCA is a deal that's good for our farmers & ranchers. I look forward to reviewing the negotiated language closely." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - ""Job Growth Bolsters Confidence" was the headline of the front-page story of the @WSJ this weekend. GOP policies like #TaxCuts have helped spur economic growth. Now, we're focused on #USMCA and ensuring that it's a win for our farmers & ranchers who've been struggling." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 5, 2019 Tweet - "October's #JobsReport showed unemployment was at a low 3.6%. In contrast, in October 2011 - the same point in Obama's presidency - unemployment was at 9%. GOP policies like #TaxCuts have helped foster a strong labor market & higher wages, which continue to attract workers." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 4, 2019 Johnson Supports USDA Efforts To Encourage Employment Rep. Dusty Johnson
Dec. 4, 2019 Tweet - "#Japan just passed our U.S.-Japan trade deal -- great news for our farmers & ranchers. There is much more we still have to do to help expand markets for #AmericanGoods (#USMCA), but this is a good step for South Dakota producers." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 26, 2019 Upholding the Renewable Fuel Standard Sen. Mike Rounds
Nov. 22, 2019 Tweet - "Our farmers & ranchers, who wake up every morning and *do their job* to help feed the world, deserve far better than the empty promises, unending delays, and excuses coming from House Dems. They need #USMCAnow." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 22, 2019 Tweet - "Spoke at the Farm Bureau Convention this afternoon about the importance of passing #USMCA. The ball is in @SpeakerPelosi's court. I sincerely hope she reevaluates House priorities and puts USMCA up for a vote this year." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 21, 2019 Tweet - "Speaker Pelosi said House Democrats could "walk and chew gum at the same time." Guess not. Every day they delay, they hold America's farmers back." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "China's announcement that it's lifting a five-year ban on U.S. poultry products is significant. While this is good news, I'm hopeful the United States and China can reach a broader trade deal that will open more markets to additional U.S. producers." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 18, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Admin. of the Environmental Protection Agency - Sen. Cramer Joins Colleagues "in Calling on EPA to Provide Clarity on Biogenic Carbon Emissions" Sen. John Thune, ...
Nov. 15, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Midwest Senators Renew RFS Recommendations to President Trump Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Nov. 14, 2019 Letter to Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Neil Chatterjee - Peterson Leads Letter on Midwest Propane Shortages Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "It's been almost a year since #USMCA was signed. It's up to @SpeakerPelosi to find a path forward on this largely #Bipartisan deal and bring it to a vote. The #USMCA is a win for American ag & workers in nearly every sector of our economy. They need #USMCAnow." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 13, 2019 United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement Sen. John Thune
Nov. 13, 2019 Several Thune-Supported Bills Head to Full Senate Sen. John Thune
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "This morning @SenateCommerce voted in favor of 3 bills I've led or cosponsored: LEGEND Act-- to improve weather forecasting models for farmers HACKED Act-- to boost our cybersecurity workforce READI Act-- to improve emergency alert systems Good to see real work getting done." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 5, 2019 Johnson Supports Real MEAT Bill to Fight Imitation Meat Labeling Rep. Dusty Johnson
Nov. 1, 2019 Only U.S. Beef Should be Labeled as a "Product of the U.S.A." Sen. Mike Rounds
Oct. 30, 2019 Letter to Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Department of Agriculture - Rounds, Thune Push to Keep Foreign Beef from Receiving "Product of the U.S.A." Label Sen. Mike Rounds
Oct. 28, 2019 Johnson Introduces Bill to Require Analysis of Added CFTC Regulations Rep. Dusty Johnson
Oct. 27, 2019 South Dakota War College - There's No Place I'd Rather Be Sen. John Thune
Oct. 23, 2019 Johnson Statement on House Energy and Commerce Hearing on EPA Refinery Exemptions Rep. Dusty Johnson
Oct. 21, 2019 Cheney Joins Johnson, Lucas To Introduce The Livestock Risk Management And Education Act Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Oct. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Farmers & ranchers had some good news on the trade front in recent weeks with the signing of a trade deal with Japan, but we still have more work to do to expand markets. We should start by passing #USMCA." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 19, 2019 Tweet - "One of the biggest challenges facing farmers on the trade front right now is uncertainty about what world markets will look like going forward. #USMCA will give farmers & ranchers clarity about our trade future with two key trading partners. It's past time to pass #USMCA." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 16, 2019 Johnson: Not One Child Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Oct. 4, 2019 Tweet - "Today's announcement from the administration to restore integrity to the Renewable Fuel Standard is good news for farm country and builds off our E15 win. Read my full statement here:" Sen. John Thune
Oct. 4, 2019 Thune Praises Administration's Commitment to Agriculture Sen. John Thune
Oct. 4, 2019 Johnson Praises Administration's Biofuels Agreement Rep. Dusty Johnson
Oct. 1, 2019 Tweet - "It now has been a year since #USMCA was announced. This deal with two of our largest trading partners is a win for American workers and our farmers and ranchers. It's taken far too long for @SpeakerPelosi to show a willingness to hold a vote on #USMCA. The time is now." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 26, 2019 Thune Hears From Livestock Industry Leaders on Market Transparency Sen. John Thune
Sept. 26, 2019 Tweet - ""Japan will reduce tariffs in stages on U.S. farm goods, such as beef and pork ... The country will eliminate tariffs on $1.3 billion of U.S. agriculture products."" Sen. John Thune
Sept. 25, 2019 Tweet - "Exactly right. When I'm back in South Dakota, what do I hear about? Trade. The struggling ag economy. The need for action. This new deal w/ Japan will help expand markets for American products & provide a real benefit to farmers & ranchers." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 25, 2019 Thune Statement on Trade Deal With Japan Sen. John Thune
Sept. 24, 2019 Tweet - ".@SpeakerPelosi should commit to having a #USMCA vote in the House as soon as possible to show America's farmers & ranchers that she understands the importance of expanding global markets for their products." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 23, 2019 Tweet - "Nearly every time I speak with POTUS & his admin, I emphasize what SD farmers have told me: We need to wrap up negotiations on trade deals as soon as possible. But one deal we don't need to wait for is #USMCA. The House should say it will take up #USMCA." Sen. John Thune
Date Title Politician
Jan. 19, 2020 Rapid City Journal - THUNE: A bipartisan win for South Dakota agriculture Sen.John Thune
Jan. 16, 2020 Thune Statement on Senate Passage of USMCA Sen.John Thune
Jan. 16, 2020 Tweet - "The Senate has passed the modernized #USMCA trade deal. I was happy to be one of 89 senators to vote YES. This agreement will open markets for South Dakota farmers and ranchers, who have struggled for too long in today's agriculture economy." Sen.John Thune
Jan. 15, 2020 United States-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement Sen.John Thune
Jan. 15, 2020 Johnson Applauds Phase One China Trade Deal Rep.Dusty Johnson
Jan. 10, 2020 Tweet - "The December jobs report is out, and it shows yet another month of steady job growth and an unemployment rate that's still at a 50-year low. There's more work to do, particularly on the ag economy, but this is good news for American workers." Sen.John Thune
Jan. 7, 2020 Thune Statement on Finance Committee Passage of USMCA Sen.John Thune
Jan. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Farmers and ranchers in South Dakota and around the country have had a tough few years. It's past time to pass this trade deal. I will be voting yes on #USMCA, and I would encourage my colleagues on @SenFinance and in the U.S. Senate to do the same." Sen.John Thune
Jan. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Many Americans may not think about how agriculture affects their daily lives. Where does their food come from? The grocery store. But in truth, it's our hardworking farmers & ranchers who put food on their table. We are so grateful to them." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 19, 2019 Rounds Statement on Final Ethanol Rule Sen.Mike Rounds
Dec. 19, 2019 Thune Statement on RFS Final Rule Sen.John Thune
Dec. 11, 2019 Senate Advances Roberts, Peters, Thune, Bipartisan Bill to Ensure Representation for Agriculture, Forestry, and Rural Sectors on FAA's Drone Policy Board Sen.John Thune, ...
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "Proud to see Lynn receive this impressive and well-deserved honor. There may be someone out there who knows more about agriculture policy than Lynn, but if there is, I've yet to meet them. Very thankful for his hard work over the years and his many contributions to South Dakota." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "My number one priority is ensuring #USMCA is a deal that's good for our farmers & ranchers. I look forward to reviewing the negotiated language closely." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - ""Job Growth Bolsters Confidence" was the headline of the front-page story of the @WSJ this weekend. GOP policies like #TaxCuts have helped spur economic growth. Now, we're focused on #USMCA and ensuring that it's a win for our farmers & ranchers who've been struggling." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 5, 2019 Tweet - "October's #JobsReport showed unemployment was at a low 3.6%. In contrast, in October 2011 - the same point in Obama's presidency - unemployment was at 9%. GOP policies like #TaxCuts have helped foster a strong labor market & higher wages, which continue to attract workers." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 4, 2019 Johnson Supports USDA Efforts To Encourage Employment Rep.Dusty Johnson
Dec. 4, 2019 Tweet - "#Japan just passed our U.S.-Japan trade deal -- great news for our farmers & ranchers. There is much more we still have to do to help expand markets for #AmericanGoods (#USMCA), but this is a good step for South Dakota producers." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 26, 2019 Upholding the Renewable Fuel Standard Sen.Mike Rounds
Nov. 22, 2019 Tweet - "Our farmers & ranchers, who wake up every morning and *do their job* to help feed the world, deserve far better than the empty promises, unending delays, and excuses coming from House Dems. They need #USMCAnow." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 22, 2019 Tweet - "Spoke at the Farm Bureau Convention this afternoon about the importance of passing #USMCA. The ball is in @SpeakerPelosi's court. I sincerely hope she reevaluates House priorities and puts USMCA up for a vote this year." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 21, 2019 Tweet - "Speaker Pelosi said House Democrats could "walk and chew gum at the same time." Guess not. Every day they delay, they hold America's farmers back." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "China's announcement that it's lifting a five-year ban on U.S. poultry products is significant. While this is good news, I'm hopeful the United States and China can reach a broader trade deal that will open more markets to additional U.S. producers." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 18, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Admin. of the Environmental Protection Agency - Sen. Cramer Joins Colleagues "in Calling on EPA to Provide Clarity on Biogenic Carbon Emissions" Sen.John Thune, ...
Nov. 15, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Midwest Senators Renew RFS Recommendations to President Trump Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Nov. 14, 2019 Letter to Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Neil Chatterjee - Peterson Leads Letter on Midwest Propane Shortages Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "It's been almost a year since #USMCA was signed. It's up to @SpeakerPelosi to find a path forward on this largely #Bipartisan deal and bring it to a vote. The #USMCA is a win for American ag & workers in nearly every sector of our economy. They need #USMCAnow." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 13, 2019 United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement Sen.John Thune
Nov. 13, 2019 Several Thune-Supported Bills Head to Full Senate Sen.John Thune
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "This morning @SenateCommerce voted in favor of 3 bills I've led or cosponsored: LEGEND Act-- to improve weather forecasting models for farmers HACKED Act-- to boost our cybersecurity workforce READI Act-- to improve emergency alert systems Good to see real work getting done." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 5, 2019 Johnson Supports Real MEAT Bill to Fight Imitation Meat Labeling Rep.Dusty Johnson
Nov. 1, 2019 Only U.S. Beef Should be Labeled as a "Product of the U.S.A." Sen.Mike Rounds
Oct. 30, 2019 Letter to Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Department of Agriculture - Rounds, Thune Push to Keep Foreign Beef from Receiving "Product of the U.S.A." Label Sen.Mike Rounds
Oct. 28, 2019 Johnson Introduces Bill to Require Analysis of Added CFTC Regulations Rep.Dusty Johnson
Oct. 27, 2019 South Dakota War College - There's No Place I'd Rather Be Sen.John Thune
Oct. 23, 2019 Johnson Statement on House Energy and Commerce Hearing on EPA Refinery Exemptions Rep.Dusty Johnson
Oct. 21, 2019 Cheney Joins Johnson, Lucas To Introduce The Livestock Risk Management And Education Act Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Oct. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Farmers & ranchers had some good news on the trade front in recent weeks with the signing of a trade deal with Japan, but we still have more work to do to expand markets. We should start by passing #USMCA." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 19, 2019 Tweet - "One of the biggest challenges facing farmers on the trade front right now is uncertainty about what world markets will look like going forward. #USMCA will give farmers & ranchers clarity about our trade future with two key trading partners. It's past time to pass #USMCA." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 16, 2019 Johnson: Not One Child Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Oct. 4, 2019 Tweet - "Today's announcement from the administration to restore integrity to the Renewable Fuel Standard is good news for farm country and builds off our E15 win. Read my full statement here:" Sen.John Thune
Oct. 4, 2019 Thune Praises Administration's Commitment to Agriculture Sen.John Thune
Oct. 4, 2019 Johnson Praises Administration's Biofuels Agreement Rep.Dusty Johnson
Oct. 1, 2019 Tweet - "It now has been a year since #USMCA was announced. This deal with two of our largest trading partners is a win for American workers and our farmers and ranchers. It's taken far too long for @SpeakerPelosi to show a willingness to hold a vote on #USMCA. The time is now." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 26, 2019 Thune Hears From Livestock Industry Leaders on Market Transparency Sen.John Thune
Sept. 26, 2019 Tweet - ""Japan will reduce tariffs in stages on U.S. farm goods, such as beef and pork ... The country will eliminate tariffs on $1.3 billion of U.S. agriculture products."" Sen.John Thune
Sept. 25, 2019 Tweet - "Exactly right. When I'm back in South Dakota, what do I hear about? Trade. The struggling ag economy. The need for action. This new deal w/ Japan will help expand markets for American products & provide a real benefit to farmers & ranchers." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 25, 2019 Thune Statement on Trade Deal With Japan Sen.John Thune
Sept. 24, 2019 Tweet - ".@SpeakerPelosi should commit to having a #USMCA vote in the House as soon as possible to show America's farmers & ranchers that she understands the importance of expanding global markets for their products." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 23, 2019 Tweet - "Nearly every time I speak with POTUS & his admin, I emphasize what SD farmers have told me: We need to wrap up negotiations on trade deals as soon as possible. But one deal we don't need to wait for is #USMCA. The House should say it will take up #USMCA." Sen.John Thune
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