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Sept. 10, 2020 Never Forget Sen. John Thune
Sept. 10, 2020 With Delegation Support, Department of Transportation Awards South Dakota Critical Highway Funding Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Here's a quick update on our latest effort to get vital funding to Americans who are most impacted by the #coronavirus pandemic We're focused on areas with the most immediate need: - unemployed Americans - vaccine research - small businesses - testing - students & parents" Sen. John Thune
Sept. 9, 2020 Tweet - "As I informed the @EPA back in June, any so-called "gap SREs" will only worsen challenges for biofuels and our farmers. The administration would be right to fully reject these petitions." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Let's be clear: The Democrats' current negotiating position is that unless Congress passes their $3 trillion #COVID spending proposal, they aren't interested in a deal. That's right, Dems think providing Americans with *zero* assistance is better than our targeted bill." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 9, 2020 Tweet - "For any South Dakotans struggling with thoughts of suicide, please know help is available. To talk to someone call or text 800-273-8255 or text TALK to 741741. #SuicidePreventionWeek" Sen. John Thune
Sept. 9, 2020 Tweet - ". @SenateGOP 's latest #coronavirus relief bill is another effort by Republicans to try to find common ground on a realistic #COVID19 funding proposal. This week's vote will be an opportunity for Dems to finally take action after showing an unwillingness to negotiate for months." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 8, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Gardner Urges House Leadership to Quickly Pass Veteran Mental Health Legislation Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 8, 2020 Tweet - "There have been two consistent themes of the #COVID19 federal response: 1. Dems' unwillingness to negotiate on any point unless GOP agrees to add trillions to the national debt. 2. Republicans' efforts to find common ground on a targeted and fiscally responsible COVID relief." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Hanging out with Haven. This may be one of the rare summers I don't mind seeing come to an end, but this COVID grand baby has been a 2020 bright spot. #blessed #LaborDayWeekend" Sen. John Thune
Sept. 6, 2020 South Dakota War College - US Senator John Thune's Weekly Column: Staying on Course to Advance Self-Driving Vehicles Sen. John Thune
Sept. 4, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Newhouse Joins Call to Include Wheat Growers in USDA Coronavirus Aid Program Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 4, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Tester Presses VA to Provide Coverage for Telehealth Services for Family Members During COVID-19 Pandemic Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 4, 2020 Tweet - "1.4 million jobs were added back, and unemployment fell lower in August -- a pretty good #JobsReport showing improvement in the economy. We still have a ways to go to get back to the stellar economy we had before #COVID19, but this a good progress." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 4, 2020 Tweet - "Had a great time at the South Dakota State Fair in Huron today visiting with South Dakotans, touring the exhibits, and meeting with the SD pork producers." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 3, 2020 Tweet - "Automated vehicles have the potential to drastically improve safety on America's roads. I was glad to be a part of @USDOT @SecElaineChao 's launch of the AV TEST initiative. America should be leading the way to harness the safety & economic benefits of this emerging technology." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 3, 2020 Tweet - "Any #AV policy must ensure 3 things: 1. preserve roles of federal & state regulators 2. build on @NHTSAgov 's efforts to update regulations not written with AVs in mind 3. enhance NHTSA's ability to expand testing & grant exemptions if existing regulations block safety innovations" Sen. John Thune
Sept. 2, 2020 Letter to U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue - Crapo, Risch Call for Wheat Grower Assistance Sen. John Thune, ...
Sept. 1, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Treasury - Johnson, Tillis Request PPE Tax Deduction for Teachers Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 1, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Elaine Chao, Secretary of Transportation, the Hon. Steve Dickenson, Administrator Federal Aviation Administration - Inhofe, Van Hollen, Senators Urge DOT and FAA to Authorize Aviation Workforce Grant Programs Sen. John Thune, ...
Aug. 30, 2020 South Dakota War College - US Senator John Thune's Weekly Column: Thank You to South Dakota's Frontline Heroes Sen. John Thune
Aug. 26, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the US Dept. of Agriculture - Hagedorn Joins Effort Urging USDA to Allow Needed Flexibility for Schools to Feed Students Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 26, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Seema Verma, Administrator at Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services - Balderson Applauds Proposed Telehealth Expansion Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 26, 2020 Letter to The Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary, U.S. Department of Agriculture - Murphy Joins Republican Members to Send Letter Urging USDA to Give Schools Flexibility Needed to Feed Students During COVID Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 25, 2020 Letter to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Bonamici, Katko, Wild, Stefanik Lead Bipartisan Call for $1.1B to Fund Programs for Older Americans During COVID-19 Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 25, 2020 Letter to The Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of The Dept. of Agriculture, and The Hon. Robert Lighthizer, United States Trade Representative - U.S. Senators Mike Crapo and Tina Smith Lead Bipartisan Group in Calling for Enforcement of Usmca Dairy Provisions Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 24, 2020 Lankford Introduces Bipartisan PPP Forgiveness Bill Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 24, 2020 Inhofe Cosponsors the Paycheck Protection Small Business Forgiveness Act Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Thank you to the fantastic folks at Prairie Lakes Healthcare System for taking the time to show me around their facility and update me on the work they are doing to help keep their community healthy. These men and women have been on the frontline of the coronavirus pandemic." Sen. John Thune
Aug. 23, 2020 South Dakota War College - US Senator John Thune's Weekly Column: A Little Bit of Commonsense Goes a Long Way Sen. John Thune
Aug. 21, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the United States Senate, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Minority Leader of the United States House of Representatives - Barrasso Urges COVID-19 Support for Tribes Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 20, 2020 Letter to The Honorable Mark A. Calabria, Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency - Tester Demands Housing Agency Reverse Decision to Charge Fee for Refinanced Home Loans Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 19, 2020 Peterson, Johnson Introduce Bill to Include Newspaper Printing Costs in Paycheck Protection Program Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 18, 2020 Rounds, Smith and Baldwin Introduce Bipartisan Plan to Invest in Rural Public Transit Sen. Mike Rounds
Aug. 17, 2020 U.S. Senators Tina Smith, Mike Rounds, Tammy Baldwin Introduce Bipartisan Plan to Invest in Rural Public Transit Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 17, 2020 Rounds: Earlier Start Date for Haying, Grazing and Chopping of Cover Crops Will Help South Dakota Farmers and Ranchers Prepare for Fall and Winter Season Sen. Mike Rounds
Aug. 17, 2020 Following Thune-Johnson Request, USDA Provides Flexibility for Harvesting and Grazing Cover Crops on Prevented Plant Acres Sen. John Thune, ...
Aug. 17, 2020 Letter to Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue - Capito, Colleagues Urge Flexibility for School Meals Sen. John Thune, ...
Aug. 16, 2020 South Dakota War College - US Senator John Thune's Weekly Column: Here to Take Your Call Sen. John Thune
Aug. 15, 2020 Statement on the Passing of Harold Thune Sen. John Thune
Aug. 15, 2020 Tweet - ""He fought the good fight, he finished the course, he kept the faith." My dad passed away today at 100 years and almost 8 months. My siblings and I prayed The Lord's Prayer over him and sang Great is Thy Faithfulness. #FinallyHome" Sen. John Thune
Aug. 13, 2020 Tweet - "It felt great to be back meeting with South Dakotans in person. Thank you to the folks at Avera Queen of Peace Hospital for providing an update on their response to #COVID19. Our health care providers have been the heroes throughout this pandemic." Sen. John Thune
Aug. 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Lighthizer, U.S. Trade Representative, and the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Reps. Kind, Reed, Peterson, Thompson, Brindisi, Fulcher, Torres Small, Gonzalez Lead Letter Calling on the Administration to Implement USMCA Enforcement Measures to Support Dairy Industry Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 7, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Brain Miller, Special Inspector General for Pandemic Recovery US Dept. of the Treasury - Inhofe Joins Loeffler in Calling on DOJ, Treasury to Investigate Planned Parenthood Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 7, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the Senate, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Republican Leader of the House, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Minority Leader of the Senate - Peterson Leads Biofuels Caucus in Requesting Direct Aid for Renewable Fuel Producers Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 7, 2020 Capital Journal - OPINION: Safeguarding South Dakota's top industry Sen. John Thune
Aug. 7, 2020 Tweet - "The July #JobsReport was better than predicted with 1.8 million jobs added + a lower unemployment rate. After the economy took a big hit during the shutdown, we are continuing to work our way back to what was a stellar economy pre-#COVID19." Sen. John Thune
Aug. 6, 2020 Tweet - "Just intro'd a bill with @SenatorRounds @ChuckGrassley & @SenJoniErnst to require @EPA to use current greenhouse gas modeling for biofuels. Biofuels & efficient farming reduce lifecycle emissions. Accurate modeling will help support export opportunities." Sen. John Thune
Aug. 6, 2020 Thune Introduces Bill to Recognize Environmental Benefit of Biofuels, Efficient Farming Sen. John Thune
Aug. 5, 2020 Coronavirus Sen. John Thune
Aug. 5, 2020 Tweet - "Let's be clear, Dems' $3 trillion+ #COVID bill will never pass the Senate. It's not targeted. It's not fiscally responsible. Republicans have been trying to negotiate in good faith, but Dems refuse to work w/ us to find common ground, & they continue to push their messaging bill." Sen. John Thune
Aug. 5, 2020 Tweet - "When Republicans announced our #COVID19 relief bill, we knew our version wouldn't be the final draft & were open to negotiating. But negotiations involve compromise on both sides, and Democrats apparently aren't willing to budge one inch on their $3 trillion+, 100% partisan bill." Sen. John Thune
Aug. 5, 2020 Tweet - "Republicans have offered multiple proposals for the next step of #COVID19 relief, yet each time Democrats come back with the same response: "pass the HEROES Act." 1. This bill won't pass -- it's not targeted & not fiscally responsible 2. This is not how negotiations work." Sen. John Thune
Aug. 5, 2020 Tweet - "Republicans want to pass a coronavirus relief bill, & we're ready to negotiate. But Democrats have to want to come to the table. "Our way or the highway' is not a negotiating position. I hope -- I really hope -- that Dems will work with us on a bill that can actually become law." Sen. John Thune
Aug. 5, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Costa, Rouzer, Peterson, Conaway Lead Letter to USDA Requesting Aid for Sheep, Lamb Producers Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 4, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Marco Rubio, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, and the Hon. Ben Cardin, Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship - Cornyn Leads Bipartisan Letter Urging Robust Funding for Economic Injury Disaster Loans in Next COVID Relief Package Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
July 31, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Bipartisan Group of 103 Lawmakers Urges House Leadership to Prioritize Affordable Housing in Next COVID-19 Bill Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
July 31, 2020 The Patient Got the Win This Week Rep. Dusty Johnson
July 30, 2020 Tweet - "No, these aren't magic beans. If you randomly receive seeds in the mail, contact the @SDAgriculture (https://sdda.sd.gov). Do not open, plant, or discard the seeds, and keep the packing intact." Sen. John Thune
July 30, 2020 Tweet - "There's only one way we're going to make progress on the next round of COVID relief: Democrats must come to the table in a serious way. @SenateGOP wants to help, but piling an additional $3 TRILLION onto the national debt, as Dems have suggested, is a totally unserious proposal." Sen. John Thune
July 30, 2020 Tweet - "Countries shouldn't be able to "own" generic food names like parmesan & feta. This puts made-in-America products at a disadvantage. That's why 50+ of my colleagues joined my letter to @USTradeRep & @SecretarySonny urging them to prioritize this issue in trade negotiations." Sen. John Thune
July 30, 2020 Tweet - "Anyone who knows me knows that I love sports -- especially basketball. Sports instill important values like respect, work ethic, & sportsmanship. Pro leagues should uphold such ideals, not echo the human rights abuses of China's communist government." Sen. John Thune
July 29, 2020 Tweet - "Coronavirus has turned lives upside down. People who are now working remotely in a different state than their office and medical professionals who traveled to help fight #COVID19 should NOT be subject to higher & more complicated tax bills. My proposal " Sen. John Thune
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 29, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Makan Delrahim, Assistant U.S. Attorney General - Barrasso Joins Letter Asking Justice Dept. to Investigate Meat Processing-Plant Merger Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
July 29, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Senator Baldwin Leads Bipartisan Effort to Support Physician Training Programs in Rural Communities Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
July 29, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the US Department of Health and Human Services - Gardner, Bennet Make Bipartisan Push to Support Physician Training Programs in Rural Communities Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
July 28, 2020 Coronavirus Sen. John Thune
July 28, 2020 Tweet - "SCAM WARNING: If the @SDDOH contacts you about potential #COVID19 exposure, they will NEVER ask for credit card info or money. If you are asked for this info or asked to pay anything, it is a scam. It's sad to see scammers taking advantage of this crisis." Sen. John Thune
July 28, 2020 Tweet - "If Dems want to play a productive role in the next phase of COVID relief, we have a good place to start w/ our targeted HEALS Act. The House bill, which would cost $3 TRILLION+, is chock-full of liberal agenda items, fiscally irresponsible, & will not be considered in the Senate." Sen. John Thune
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 27, 2020 Tweet - "The HEALS Act would provide targeted and effective relief to the people who need it the most: health care heroes on the front lines of this pandemic, Americans struggling through the resulting economic crisis, small biz owners who are trying to sustain/rebuild, and our students." Sen. John Thune
July 27, 2020 Tweet - "The #HEALSAct announced by @senatemajldr is the result of months of careful evaluation of existing #COVID19 relief efforts. This new, targeted relief bill will give support to Americans who truly need it. I'm hopeful we can come to an agreement that reflects these priorities." Sen. John Thune
July 24, 2020 Tweet - "America is committed to the security of our allies in the Indo-Pacific, defending our interests, and keeping global waterways free and open. Proud to see our B-Ones from Ellsworth AFB demonstrating this resolve to China and the world." Sen. John Thune
July 24, 2020 Shaheen-Rounds Introduce New Legislation to Invest in PFAS Health Impact and Best Practices Education for Physicians Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Date Title Politician
Sept. 10, 2020 Never Forget Sen.John Thune
Sept. 10, 2020 With Delegation Support, Department of Transportation Awards South Dakota Critical Highway Funding Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Here's a quick update on our latest effort to get vital funding to Americans who are most impacted by the #coronavirus pandemic We're focused on areas with the most immediate need: - unemployed Americans - vaccine research - small businesses - testing - students & parents" Sen.John Thune
Sept. 9, 2020 Tweet - "As I informed the @EPA back in June, any so-called "gap SREs" will only worsen challenges for biofuels and our farmers. The administration would be right to fully reject these petitions." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Let's be clear: The Democrats' current negotiating position is that unless Congress passes their $3 trillion #COVID spending proposal, they aren't interested in a deal. That's right, Dems think providing Americans with *zero* assistance is better than our targeted bill." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 9, 2020 Tweet - "For any South Dakotans struggling with thoughts of suicide, please know help is available. To talk to someone call or text 800-273-8255 or text TALK to 741741. #SuicidePreventionWeek" Sen.John Thune
Sept. 9, 2020 Tweet - ". @SenateGOP 's latest #coronavirus relief bill is another effort by Republicans to try to find common ground on a realistic #COVID19 funding proposal. This week's vote will be an opportunity for Dems to finally take action after showing an unwillingness to negotiate for months." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 8, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Gardner Urges House Leadership to Quickly Pass Veteran Mental Health Legislation Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 8, 2020 Tweet - "There have been two consistent themes of the #COVID19 federal response: 1. Dems' unwillingness to negotiate on any point unless GOP agrees to add trillions to the national debt. 2. Republicans' efforts to find common ground on a targeted and fiscally responsible COVID relief." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Hanging out with Haven. This may be one of the rare summers I don't mind seeing come to an end, but this COVID grand baby has been a 2020 bright spot. #blessed #LaborDayWeekend" Sen.John Thune
Sept. 6, 2020 South Dakota War College - US Senator John Thune's Weekly Column: Staying on Course to Advance Self-Driving Vehicles Sen.John Thune
Sept. 4, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Newhouse Joins Call to Include Wheat Growers in USDA Coronavirus Aid Program Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 4, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Tester Presses VA to Provide Coverage for Telehealth Services for Family Members During COVID-19 Pandemic Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 4, 2020 Tweet - "1.4 million jobs were added back, and unemployment fell lower in August -- a pretty good #JobsReport showing improvement in the economy. We still have a ways to go to get back to the stellar economy we had before #COVID19, but this a good progress." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 4, 2020 Tweet - "Had a great time at the South Dakota State Fair in Huron today visiting with South Dakotans, touring the exhibits, and meeting with the SD pork producers." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 3, 2020 Tweet - "Automated vehicles have the potential to drastically improve safety on America's roads. I was glad to be a part of @USDOT @SecElaineChao 's launch of the AV TEST initiative. America should be leading the way to harness the safety & economic benefits of this emerging technology." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 3, 2020 Tweet - "Any #AV policy must ensure 3 things: 1. preserve roles of federal & state regulators 2. build on @NHTSAgov 's efforts to update regulations not written with AVs in mind 3. enhance NHTSA's ability to expand testing & grant exemptions if existing regulations block safety innovations" Sen.John Thune
Sept. 2, 2020 Letter to U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue - Crapo, Risch Call for Wheat Grower Assistance Sen.John Thune, ...
Sept. 1, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Treasury - Johnson, Tillis Request PPE Tax Deduction for Teachers Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 1, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Elaine Chao, Secretary of Transportation, the Hon. Steve Dickenson, Administrator Federal Aviation Administration - Inhofe, Van Hollen, Senators Urge DOT and FAA to Authorize Aviation Workforce Grant Programs Sen.John Thune, ...
Aug. 30, 2020 South Dakota War College - US Senator John Thune's Weekly Column: Thank You to South Dakota's Frontline Heroes Sen.John Thune
Aug. 26, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the US Dept. of Agriculture - Hagedorn Joins Effort Urging USDA to Allow Needed Flexibility for Schools to Feed Students Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 26, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Seema Verma, Administrator at Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services - Balderson Applauds Proposed Telehealth Expansion Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 26, 2020 Letter to The Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary, U.S. Department of Agriculture - Murphy Joins Republican Members to Send Letter Urging USDA to Give Schools Flexibility Needed to Feed Students During COVID Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 25, 2020 Letter to Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Bonamici, Katko, Wild, Stefanik Lead Bipartisan Call for $1.1B to Fund Programs for Older Americans During COVID-19 Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 25, 2020 Letter to The Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of The Dept. of Agriculture, and The Hon. Robert Lighthizer, United States Trade Representative - U.S. Senators Mike Crapo and Tina Smith Lead Bipartisan Group in Calling for Enforcement of Usmca Dairy Provisions Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 24, 2020 Lankford Introduces Bipartisan PPP Forgiveness Bill Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 24, 2020 Inhofe Cosponsors the Paycheck Protection Small Business Forgiveness Act Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 24, 2020 Tweet - "Thank you to the fantastic folks at Prairie Lakes Healthcare System for taking the time to show me around their facility and update me on the work they are doing to help keep their community healthy. These men and women have been on the frontline of the coronavirus pandemic." Sen.John Thune
Aug. 23, 2020 South Dakota War College - US Senator John Thune's Weekly Column: A Little Bit of Commonsense Goes a Long Way Sen.John Thune
Aug. 21, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the United States Senate, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Minority Leader of the United States House of Representatives - Barrasso Urges COVID-19 Support for Tribes Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 20, 2020 Letter to The Honorable Mark A. Calabria, Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency - Tester Demands Housing Agency Reverse Decision to Charge Fee for Refinanced Home Loans Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 19, 2020 Peterson, Johnson Introduce Bill to Include Newspaper Printing Costs in Paycheck Protection Program Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 18, 2020 Rounds, Smith and Baldwin Introduce Bipartisan Plan to Invest in Rural Public Transit Sen.Mike Rounds
Aug. 17, 2020 U.S. Senators Tina Smith, Mike Rounds, Tammy Baldwin Introduce Bipartisan Plan to Invest in Rural Public Transit Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 17, 2020 Rounds: Earlier Start Date for Haying, Grazing and Chopping of Cover Crops Will Help South Dakota Farmers and Ranchers Prepare for Fall and Winter Season Sen.Mike Rounds
Aug. 17, 2020 Following Thune-Johnson Request, USDA Provides Flexibility for Harvesting and Grazing Cover Crops on Prevented Plant Acres Sen.John Thune, ...
Aug. 17, 2020 Letter to Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue - Capito, Colleagues Urge Flexibility for School Meals Sen.John Thune, ...
Aug. 16, 2020 South Dakota War College - US Senator John Thune's Weekly Column: Here to Take Your Call Sen.John Thune
Aug. 15, 2020 Statement on the Passing of Harold Thune Sen.John Thune
Aug. 15, 2020 Tweet - ""He fought the good fight, he finished the course, he kept the faith." My dad passed away today at 100 years and almost 8 months. My siblings and I prayed The Lord's Prayer over him and sang Great is Thy Faithfulness. #FinallyHome" Sen.John Thune
Aug. 13, 2020 Tweet - "It felt great to be back meeting with South Dakotans in person. Thank you to the folks at Avera Queen of Peace Hospital for providing an update on their response to #COVID19. Our health care providers have been the heroes throughout this pandemic." Sen.John Thune
Aug. 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Lighthizer, U.S. Trade Representative, and the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Reps. Kind, Reed, Peterson, Thompson, Brindisi, Fulcher, Torres Small, Gonzalez Lead Letter Calling on the Administration to Implement USMCA Enforcement Measures to Support Dairy Industry Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 7, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Brain Miller, Special Inspector General for Pandemic Recovery US Dept. of the Treasury - Inhofe Joins Loeffler in Calling on DOJ, Treasury to Investigate Planned Parenthood Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 7, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the Senate, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Republican Leader of the House, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Minority Leader of the Senate - Peterson Leads Biofuels Caucus in Requesting Direct Aid for Renewable Fuel Producers Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 7, 2020 Capital Journal - OPINION: Safeguarding South Dakota's top industry Sen.John Thune
Aug. 7, 2020 Tweet - "The July #JobsReport was better than predicted with 1.8 million jobs added + a lower unemployment rate. After the economy took a big hit during the shutdown, we are continuing to work our way back to what was a stellar economy pre-#COVID19." Sen.John Thune
Aug. 6, 2020 Tweet - "Just intro'd a bill with @SenatorRounds @ChuckGrassley & @SenJoniErnst to require @EPA to use current greenhouse gas modeling for biofuels. Biofuels & efficient farming reduce lifecycle emissions. Accurate modeling will help support export opportunities." Sen.John Thune
Aug. 6, 2020 Thune Introduces Bill to Recognize Environmental Benefit of Biofuels, Efficient Farming Sen.John Thune
Aug. 5, 2020 Coronavirus Sen.John Thune
Aug. 5, 2020 Tweet - "Let's be clear, Dems' $3 trillion+ #COVID bill will never pass the Senate. It's not targeted. It's not fiscally responsible. Republicans have been trying to negotiate in good faith, but Dems refuse to work w/ us to find common ground, & they continue to push their messaging bill." Sen.John Thune
Aug. 5, 2020 Tweet - "When Republicans announced our #COVID19 relief bill, we knew our version wouldn't be the final draft & were open to negotiating. But negotiations involve compromise on both sides, and Democrats apparently aren't willing to budge one inch on their $3 trillion+, 100% partisan bill." Sen.John Thune
Aug. 5, 2020 Tweet - "Republicans have offered multiple proposals for the next step of #COVID19 relief, yet each time Democrats come back with the same response: "pass the HEROES Act." 1. This bill won't pass -- it's not targeted & not fiscally responsible 2. This is not how negotiations work." Sen.John Thune
Aug. 5, 2020 Tweet - "Republicans want to pass a coronavirus relief bill, & we're ready to negotiate. But Democrats have to want to come to the table. "Our way or the highway' is not a negotiating position. I hope -- I really hope -- that Dems will work with us on a bill that can actually become law." Sen.John Thune
Aug. 5, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Costa, Rouzer, Peterson, Conaway Lead Letter to USDA Requesting Aid for Sheep, Lamb Producers Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 4, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Marco Rubio, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, and the Hon. Ben Cardin, Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship - Cornyn Leads Bipartisan Letter Urging Robust Funding for Economic Injury Disaster Loans in Next COVID Relief Package Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
July 31, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Bipartisan Group of 103 Lawmakers Urges House Leadership to Prioritize Affordable Housing in Next COVID-19 Bill Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
July 31, 2020 The Patient Got the Win This Week Rep.Dusty Johnson
July 30, 2020 Tweet - "No, these aren't magic beans. If you randomly receive seeds in the mail, contact the @SDAgriculture (https://sdda.sd.gov). Do not open, plant, or discard the seeds, and keep the packing intact." Sen.John Thune
July 30, 2020 Tweet - "There's only one way we're going to make progress on the next round of COVID relief: Democrats must come to the table in a serious way. @SenateGOP wants to help, but piling an additional $3 TRILLION onto the national debt, as Dems have suggested, is a totally unserious proposal." Sen.John Thune
July 30, 2020 Tweet - "Countries shouldn't be able to "own" generic food names like parmesan & feta. This puts made-in-America products at a disadvantage. That's why 50+ of my colleagues joined my letter to @USTradeRep & @SecretarySonny urging them to prioritize this issue in trade negotiations." Sen.John Thune
July 30, 2020 Tweet - "Anyone who knows me knows that I love sports -- especially basketball. Sports instill important values like respect, work ethic, & sportsmanship. Pro leagues should uphold such ideals, not echo the human rights abuses of China's communist government." Sen.John Thune
July 29, 2020 Tweet - "Coronavirus has turned lives upside down. People who are now working remotely in a different state than their office and medical professionals who traveled to help fight #COVID19 should NOT be subject to higher & more complicated tax bills. My proposal " Sen.John Thune
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 29, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Makan Delrahim, Assistant U.S. Attorney General - Barrasso Joins Letter Asking Justice Dept. to Investigate Meat Processing-Plant Merger Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
July 29, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Senator Baldwin Leads Bipartisan Effort to Support Physician Training Programs in Rural Communities Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
July 29, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the US Department of Health and Human Services - Gardner, Bennet Make Bipartisan Push to Support Physician Training Programs in Rural Communities Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
July 28, 2020 Coronavirus Sen.John Thune
July 28, 2020 Tweet - "SCAM WARNING: If the @SDDOH contacts you about potential #COVID19 exposure, they will NEVER ask for credit card info or money. If you are asked for this info or asked to pay anything, it is a scam. It's sad to see scammers taking advantage of this crisis." Sen.John Thune
July 28, 2020 Tweet - "If Dems want to play a productive role in the next phase of COVID relief, we have a good place to start w/ our targeted HEALS Act. The House bill, which would cost $3 TRILLION+, is chock-full of liberal agenda items, fiscally irresponsible, & will not be considered in the Senate." Sen.John Thune
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 27, 2020 Tweet - "The HEALS Act would provide targeted and effective relief to the people who need it the most: health care heroes on the front lines of this pandemic, Americans struggling through the resulting economic crisis, small biz owners who are trying to sustain/rebuild, and our students." Sen.John Thune
July 27, 2020 Tweet - "The #HEALSAct announced by @senatemajldr is the result of months of careful evaluation of existing #COVID19 relief efforts. This new, targeted relief bill will give support to Americans who truly need it. I'm hopeful we can come to an agreement that reflects these priorities." Sen.John Thune
July 24, 2020 Tweet - "America is committed to the security of our allies in the Indo-Pacific, defending our interests, and keeping global waterways free and open. Proud to see our B-Ones from Ellsworth AFB demonstrating this resolve to China and the world." Sen.John Thune
July 24, 2020 Shaheen-Rounds Introduce New Legislation to Invest in PFAS Health Impact and Best Practices Education for Physicians Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
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