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Nov. 18, 2019 Wicker, Thune Introduce 5G Spectrum Act Sen. John Thune, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Tweet - "South Dakota was recently featured on the front page of the @WashingtonPost in a story about @AveraHealth using #telemedicine to improve care for patients in rural America. Proud to see our state being highlighted for life-saving innovation. Great work." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 18, 2019 Tweet - "We can all agree that #robocalls are frustrating. I'm glad Congress will be advancing legislation that includes my Senate-passed TRACED Act, which I introduced with @SenMarkey, to help tackle those annoying robocalls." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 17, 2019 Dakota War College - The Work Goes On Sen. John Thune
Nov. 15, 2019 Tweet - "I'm glad to announce that we've made significant progress in working toward a legislative deal to tackle illegal and abusive #robocalls." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 15, 2019 House & Senate Announce Agreement on Anti-Robocall Bill 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. 8, 2019 The Argus Leader - Bursting the Internet "Filter Bubble" Sen. John Thune
Nov. 6, 2019 Tweet - "With its near-instant responsiveness, #5G can enable breakthroughs in health care, transportation, ag & other key industries. I was in Sioux Falls last week to mark a huge milestone for SD: the unveiling of its first 5G network components. More work ahead, but this is a big step." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 6, 2019 Executive Session Sen. John Thune
Nov. 5, 2019 Wicker, Cantwell, Thune, Rosen Introduce the HACKED Act Sen. John Thune, ...
Nov. 5, 2019 Executive Session Sen. John Thune
Nov. 2, 2019 The Argus Leader - South Dakota Leading the Way on 5G Sen. John Thune
Nov. 1, 2019 Tweet - "Great event this afternoon in Sioux Falls announcing the launch of South Dakota's first 5G network, which can deliver speeds 100 times faster than 4G. This launch is the result of hard work & a big team effort, & it puts South Dakota solidly at the forefront of the 5G revolution." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 1, 2019 Tweet - "This is great news, and I'm looking forward to this afternoon's event. This was literally years in the making and the result of a big team effort." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 1, 2019 Thune, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Increase Internet Platform Transparency and Provide Consumers With Greater Control Over Digital Content Sen. John Thune, ...
Nov. 1, 2019 Tweet - "It's increasingly clear what internet platforms do to keep our attention online. My bill requires users to be notified when the results they see are based on data that's collected about them, and it requires an option for users to view unaltered results." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 31, 2019 Statements on Introduced Bills and Joint Resolutions Sen. John Thune
Oct. 29, 2019 Senate Passes Peters' Bipartisan Bill to Address Rising Threat of Deepfakes Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Oct. 29, 2019 Commerce, Justice, Science, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2020 Sen. John Thune
Oct. 24, 2019 Letter to Mr. John Hoeven, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations, Mr. Jeff Merkley, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations, Mr. Sanford Bishop, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, House Committee on Appropriations, and Mr. Jeff Fortenberry, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies - Spanberger Leads Bipartisan Letter Calling on Senate and House Appropriators to Prioritize Rural Broadband Projects, Strengthen Funding for USDA ReConnect Program Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Oct. 18, 2019 Tweet - "Spoke to this year's class of Leadership South Dakota in Brookings today and answered questions on topics from 5G to energy policy. It was a great event -- thank you for having me." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 10, 2019 Tweet - "Sat down for interviews with @TodaysKCCR and KGFX while in Pierre today. We covered everything from #USMCA to the 5G revolution. Great discussions -- listen for them on the air." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Enjoyed having lunch and taking questions at the Wessington Springs Area Community Club meeting this afternoon. We discussed a variety of issues affecting South Dakotans -- including my bill, the #TracedAct, which will help combat irritating robocalls." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 3, 2019 Tweet - "Infrastructure is a huge part of the 5G revolution and would not be possible without the hard work of tower climbers like Brandon and Ammon of @VIKORInc, who are helping to build out next-generation infrastructure across South Dakota and the rest of the country." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 2, 2019 Tweet - "Dropped in for a meeting w Sioux Falls Mayor @PaulTenHaken to get an update on his work for the city. He has a lot of impressive plans to continue Sioux Falls down the path of economic expansion & development. Look forward to more joint efforts on issues like infrastructure & 5G." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 1, 2019 Tweet - "The internet as we know it today has flourished under @AjitPaiFCC's light-touch approach, benefiting American consumers and entrepreneurs. Glad to see the @FCC's Restoring Internet Freedom Order was largely upheld in federal court today." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 17, 2019 Tweet - "SD is quickly becoming an epicenter for new telecom technologies, yet there's still a significant #DigitalDivide in rural USA. Thankful to have @AjitPaiFCC in SD to highlight both the important work that's already happening & steps that need to be taken to expand broadband access" Sen. John Thune
Sept. 12, 2019 Tweet - "Sat down with representatives from the South Dakota Chamber of Commerce this week to talk about everything from 5G to what our strong economy means for workforce availability. Thankful for the work they do." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 6, 2019 The Argus Leader - Taking the Senate Commerce Committee on the Road Sen. John Thune
Sept. 5, 2019 Tweet - "Nebraska is a great neighbor! Thanks to my friend & colleague @SenatorFischer for participating in my field hearing. She has been a champion for broadband and all of the advancements it can bring to the ag community." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 5, 2019 Tweet - "Good discussion at my field hearing on expanding broadband connectivity to rural areas. There are some amazing advancements being made in precision ag, & broadband is a big part of bringing along this revolutionary tech -- not to mention the benefits to health, education, and biz." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 3, 2019 Tweet - "Hosted a town hall meeting at Bad River Senior Center in Philip. We discussed: passing #USMCA & other trade deals tackling high prescription drug costs my bill that would help stop illegal robocalls other important issues affecting seniors" Sen. John Thune
Sept. 3, 2019 Tweet - "Broadband connectivity is key for advancements in ag, education, & economic development. Access to these services shouldn't be determined by where you live, but rural areas often lack access. I'm bringing lawmakers & experts together to address this issue." Sen. John Thune
Aug. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Rural America has a lot to offer, and with the potential for new and more efficient broadband infrastructure, there will be even more meaningful opportunities for advancements in health care, agriculture, education, economic development, and more." Sen. John Thune
Aug. 16, 2019 Rural America Cannot Be Overlooked Sen. John Thune
Aug. 12, 2019 Tweet - "Closing the digital divide in rural America is one of my top priorities, so I was glad to see the @FCC announce that it will invest nearly $5 million in projects throughout South Dakota, expanding broadband to hundreds of homes and businesses in the state. https://docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/DOC-359022A1.pdf …" Sen. John Thune
July 31, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Jerome Powell, Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System - Sens. Moran, Van Hollen Lead Colleagues in Probing Fed on Efforts to Prevent Real Estate Wire Fraud Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
July 31, 2019 Tweet - "Consumers should have the option to engage with internet platforms like Google & Facebook w/o being manipulated by secret algorithms driven by the consumer's own data. What do you think? Would you want the option to have an algorithm-free user experience? https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-06-25/thune-wants-google-and-facebook-to-have-algorithm-free-options …" Sen. John Thune
July 30, 2019 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the Department of Justice - Grassley, Senators Seek Updates & Further Action on Justice Department Efforts to Clarify Website Accessibility Under ADA Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
July 30, 2019 Rounds, Rosen Introduce Bipartisan US-Israel Cybersecurity Center of Excellence Act Sen. Mike Rounds
July 18, 2019 A Giant Leap Into the 21st Century Sen. John Thune
July 18, 2019 Executive Session Sen. John Thune
July 3, 2019 Addressing Persuasive Tech on Internet Platforms Sen. John Thune
June 27, 2019 Rounds Provisions included FY 2020 NDAA Sen. Mike Rounds
June 25, 2019 Tweet - "I pressed experts from @Google, @AINowInstitute, @WolframResearch, and @HumaneTech_ on the use of algorithms by internet platforms and how they manipulate what Americans see online. One thing I find hard to explain Or watch my full questioning: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BJSr2pi3keI&feature=youtu.be …" Sen. John Thune
June 25, 2019 Hearing of the Communications, Technology, Innovation, and the Internet Subcommittee of the Senate Commerce Committee - Opening Statement of Sen. Thune, Hearing on "Optimizing for Engagement: Understanding the Use of Persuasive Technology on Internet Platforms." Sen. John Thune
June 17, 2019 Klobuchar, Wicker, Peters, Thune Introduce Bill to Improve Broadband Data Maps Sen. John Thune, ...
June 4, 2019 Executive Session Sen. John Thune
Date Title Politician
Nov. 18, 2019 Wicker, Thune Introduce 5G Spectrum Act Sen.John Thune, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Tweet - "South Dakota was recently featured on the front page of the @WashingtonPost in a story about @AveraHealth using #telemedicine to improve care for patients in rural America. Proud to see our state being highlighted for life-saving innovation. Great work." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 18, 2019 Tweet - "We can all agree that #robocalls are frustrating. I'm glad Congress will be advancing legislation that includes my Senate-passed TRACED Act, which I introduced with @SenMarkey, to help tackle those annoying robocalls." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 17, 2019 Dakota War College - The Work Goes On Sen.John Thune
Nov. 15, 2019 Tweet - "I'm glad to announce that we've made significant progress in working toward a legislative deal to tackle illegal and abusive #robocalls." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 15, 2019 House & Senate Announce Agreement on Anti-Robocall Bill 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. 8, 2019 The Argus Leader - Bursting the Internet "Filter Bubble" Sen.John Thune
Nov. 6, 2019 Tweet - "With its near-instant responsiveness, #5G can enable breakthroughs in health care, transportation, ag & other key industries. I was in Sioux Falls last week to mark a huge milestone for SD: the unveiling of its first 5G network components. More work ahead, but this is a big step." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 6, 2019 Executive Session Sen.John Thune
Nov. 5, 2019 Wicker, Cantwell, Thune, Rosen Introduce the HACKED Act Sen.John Thune, ...
Nov. 5, 2019 Executive Session Sen.John Thune
Nov. 2, 2019 The Argus Leader - South Dakota Leading the Way on 5G Sen.John Thune
Nov. 1, 2019 Tweet - "Great event this afternoon in Sioux Falls announcing the launch of South Dakota's first 5G network, which can deliver speeds 100 times faster than 4G. This launch is the result of hard work & a big team effort, & it puts South Dakota solidly at the forefront of the 5G revolution." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 1, 2019 Tweet - "This is great news, and I'm looking forward to this afternoon's event. This was literally years in the making and the result of a big team effort." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 1, 2019 Thune, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Increase Internet Platform Transparency and Provide Consumers With Greater Control Over Digital Content Sen.John Thune, ...
Nov. 1, 2019 Tweet - "It's increasingly clear what internet platforms do to keep our attention online. My bill requires users to be notified when the results they see are based on data that's collected about them, and it requires an option for users to view unaltered results." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 31, 2019 Statements on Introduced Bills and Joint Resolutions Sen.John Thune
Oct. 29, 2019 Senate Passes Peters' Bipartisan Bill to Address Rising Threat of Deepfakes Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Oct. 29, 2019 Commerce, Justice, Science, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2020 Sen.John Thune
Oct. 24, 2019 Letter to Mr. John Hoeven, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations, Mr. Jeff Merkley, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations, Mr. Sanford Bishop, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, House Committee on Appropriations, and Mr. Jeff Fortenberry, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies - Spanberger Leads Bipartisan Letter Calling on Senate and House Appropriators to Prioritize Rural Broadband Projects, Strengthen Funding for USDA ReConnect Program Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Oct. 18, 2019 Tweet - "Spoke to this year's class of Leadership South Dakota in Brookings today and answered questions on topics from 5G to energy policy. It was a great event -- thank you for having me." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 10, 2019 Tweet - "Sat down for interviews with @TodaysKCCR and KGFX while in Pierre today. We covered everything from #USMCA to the 5G revolution. Great discussions -- listen for them on the air." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Enjoyed having lunch and taking questions at the Wessington Springs Area Community Club meeting this afternoon. We discussed a variety of issues affecting South Dakotans -- including my bill, the #TracedAct, which will help combat irritating robocalls." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 3, 2019 Tweet - "Infrastructure is a huge part of the 5G revolution and would not be possible without the hard work of tower climbers like Brandon and Ammon of @VIKORInc, who are helping to build out next-generation infrastructure across South Dakota and the rest of the country." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 2, 2019 Tweet - "Dropped in for a meeting w Sioux Falls Mayor @PaulTenHaken to get an update on his work for the city. He has a lot of impressive plans to continue Sioux Falls down the path of economic expansion & development. Look forward to more joint efforts on issues like infrastructure & 5G." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 1, 2019 Tweet - "The internet as we know it today has flourished under @AjitPaiFCC's light-touch approach, benefiting American consumers and entrepreneurs. Glad to see the @FCC's Restoring Internet Freedom Order was largely upheld in federal court today." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 17, 2019 Tweet - "SD is quickly becoming an epicenter for new telecom technologies, yet there's still a significant #DigitalDivide in rural USA. Thankful to have @AjitPaiFCC in SD to highlight both the important work that's already happening & steps that need to be taken to expand broadband access" Sen.John Thune
Sept. 12, 2019 Tweet - "Sat down with representatives from the South Dakota Chamber of Commerce this week to talk about everything from 5G to what our strong economy means for workforce availability. Thankful for the work they do." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 6, 2019 The Argus Leader - Taking the Senate Commerce Committee on the Road Sen.John Thune
Sept. 5, 2019 Tweet - "Nebraska is a great neighbor! Thanks to my friend & colleague @SenatorFischer for participating in my field hearing. She has been a champion for broadband and all of the advancements it can bring to the ag community." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 5, 2019 Tweet - "Good discussion at my field hearing on expanding broadband connectivity to rural areas. There are some amazing advancements being made in precision ag, & broadband is a big part of bringing along this revolutionary tech -- not to mention the benefits to health, education, and biz." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 3, 2019 Tweet - "Hosted a town hall meeting at Bad River Senior Center in Philip. We discussed: passing #USMCA & other trade deals tackling high prescription drug costs my bill that would help stop illegal robocalls other important issues affecting seniors" Sen.John Thune
Sept. 3, 2019 Tweet - "Broadband connectivity is key for advancements in ag, education, & economic development. Access to these services shouldn't be determined by where you live, but rural areas often lack access. I'm bringing lawmakers & experts together to address this issue." Sen.John Thune
Aug. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Rural America has a lot to offer, and with the potential for new and more efficient broadband infrastructure, there will be even more meaningful opportunities for advancements in health care, agriculture, education, economic development, and more." Sen.John Thune
Aug. 16, 2019 Rural America Cannot Be Overlooked Sen.John Thune
Aug. 12, 2019 Tweet - "Closing the digital divide in rural America is one of my top priorities, so I was glad to see the @FCC announce that it will invest nearly $5 million in projects throughout South Dakota, expanding broadband to hundreds of homes and businesses in the state. https://docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/DOC-359022A1.pdf …" Sen.John Thune
July 31, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Jerome Powell, Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System - Sens. Moran, Van Hollen Lead Colleagues in Probing Fed on Efforts to Prevent Real Estate Wire Fraud Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
July 31, 2019 Tweet - "Consumers should have the option to engage with internet platforms like Google & Facebook w/o being manipulated by secret algorithms driven by the consumer's own data. What do you think? Would you want the option to have an algorithm-free user experience? https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-06-25/thune-wants-google-and-facebook-to-have-algorithm-free-options …" Sen.John Thune
July 30, 2019 Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General of the Department of Justice - Grassley, Senators Seek Updates & Further Action on Justice Department Efforts to Clarify Website Accessibility Under ADA Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
July 30, 2019 Rounds, Rosen Introduce Bipartisan US-Israel Cybersecurity Center of Excellence Act Sen.Mike Rounds
July 18, 2019 A Giant Leap Into the 21st Century Sen.John Thune
July 18, 2019 Executive Session Sen.John Thune
July 3, 2019 Addressing Persuasive Tech on Internet Platforms Sen.John Thune
June 27, 2019 Rounds Provisions included FY 2020 NDAA Sen.Mike Rounds
June 25, 2019 Tweet - "I pressed experts from @Google, @AINowInstitute, @WolframResearch, and @HumaneTech_ on the use of algorithms by internet platforms and how they manipulate what Americans see online. One thing I find hard to explain Or watch my full questioning: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BJSr2pi3keI&feature=youtu.be …" Sen.John Thune
June 25, 2019 Hearing of the Communications, Technology, Innovation, and the Internet Subcommittee of the Senate Commerce Committee - Opening Statement of Sen. Thune, Hearing on "Optimizing for Engagement: Understanding the Use of Persuasive Technology on Internet Platforms." Sen.John Thune
June 17, 2019 Klobuchar, Wicker, Peters, Thune Introduce Bill to Improve Broadband Data Maps Sen.John Thune, ...
June 4, 2019 Executive Session Sen.John Thune
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