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April 10, 2020
Argus Leader - Heroes Come In Unlikely Forms
Sen. John Thune
April 10, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Jovita Carranza, Administrator of the Small Business Association - Johnson Urges Clarification for Farmers and Ranchers on SBA Loans
Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
April 10, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Senator Scott Leads Colleagues in Effort to Preserve Insurance Industry
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
April 10, 2020
Letter to Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - McAdams calls on federal government to order more personal protective equipment
Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
April 10, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Rep. Axne Urges Secretary Perdue to Assist Biofuel Producers
Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
April 9, 2020
Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General for the Dept. of Justice - Thune Urges Department of Justice to Investigate Price Manipulation in the Beef Market
Sen. John Thune
April 8, 2020
Tweet - "Great news for producers. I sent @USDA a letter urging action on this topic earlier today. @SecretarySonny , thank you for taking action on this issue for our ranchers."
Sen. John Thune
April 8, 2020
Tweet - "There is a lot of information out there about #COVID19, and it can be hard to know what info to trust. For up-to-date resources, including important @CDCgov guidance, check out http://thune.senate.gov/COVID19."
Sen. John Thune
April 8, 2020
Tweet - "We want people to be able to go back to work. We want there to be jobs to return to. We want small businesses to stay up and running and weather the storm. Those were among the Senate's goals w/ #COVID relief bills. In just 4 days, #PPP saved an estimated 5.7 M jobs."
Sen. John Thune
April 8, 2020
Letter to Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Treasury - Senator Scott Joins Colleagues in Urging Action to Avoid Housing Finance System Crisis Amid Coronavirus COVID-19 Outbreak
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
April 8, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump - Johnson Urges President Trump to Oversee Comprehensive Investigation into Cattle Markets
Rep. Dusty Johnson
April 8, 2020
Letter to Labor Secretary Eugene Scalia and Homeland Security Acting Secretary Chad Wolf - Perdue, Loeffler Seek H-2A Flexibility During COVID-19 Crisis
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
April 8, 2020
Tweet - "The #coronavirus relief passed by the Senate is having a positive effect on our small businesses that are struggling right now. Great to see."
Sen. John Thune
April 8, 2020
Letter to Eugene Scalia, Sec. of Labor, and Chad Wold, Acting Sec. of the Department of Homeland Security - Boozman Calls for Flexibility in Temporary Ag Worker Program to Protect Nation's Food Supply
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
April 8, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Thune Urges USDA to Strengthen the Integrity of the Cattle Market
Sen. John Thune
April 7, 2020
Tweet - "Today at 1 p.m. CT, @USDA is hosting an online seminar to share info and answer questions about SHIPP, my new soil health protection program. Tune in for 30 min to learn about the program's benefits, eligibility, & rental rates. Link to join seminar"
Sen. John Thune
April 7, 2020
Letter to Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Treasury, and Jerome Powell, Chairman Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System - Lankford Urges Treasury, Federal Reserve to Keep CARES Act Financial Assistance Industry Neutral, Free of Bias
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
April 7, 2020
Tweet - "We all have to be resilient and grind through this -- knowing that the best way to get to the other side is to adhere to guidelines. And look for those days, hopefully in the near future, when we can hug our grandkids again. #TuesdayMotivation"
Sen. John Thune
April 6, 2020
Letter to Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Grassley, Duckworth, Ernst Call on USDA to Allocate Additional Funds to Biofuel Industry Negatively Impacted by COVID-19
Sen. John Thune, ...
April 6, 2020
Tweet - "Spoke on the phone w/ Administrator @SBAJovita from @SBAgov about her effort to implement the #CARESAct's #COVID #smallbiz relief. I emphasized the need to help #smallbiz owners and employees who help support communities across South Dakota. #PaycheckProtectionProgram"
Sen. John Thune
April 6, 2020
Letter to Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs - Rounds, Colleagues Urge VA to Expand Telemental Health Services for Veterans During COVID-19
Sen. Mike Rounds
April 6, 2020
Letter to Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie - Loeffler, Colleagues Urge VA to Expand TeleMental Health Services for Veterans During COVID-19
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
April 5, 2020
Capital Journal - Professor John Thune: U.S. Government 101
Sen. John Thune
April 3, 2020
Tweet - "#JobsReport confirms #COVID is hitting American workers & small biz hard. Many businesses are shutting down at no fault of their own, making it hard to pay workers. #SmallBiz relief loans enacted by Congress are now available. Info"
Sen. John Thune
April 3, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Durbin, Duckworth Join Bipartisan Letter Urging USDA To Ensure Continuity Of Food Supply By Supporting Farmers During COVID-19 Pandemic
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
April 3, 2020
Tweet - "#COVID19 UPDATE: South Dakota received pallets of supplies this week from the National Strategic Stockpile and will be getting a number of the @AbbottNews rapid testing machines soon. These tools will go a long way in helping our state prepare to fight coronavirus."
Sen. John Thune
April 3, 2020
Tweet - "Applications for #SmallBusiness #COVID relief loans open today. Key info: #PaycheckProtectionProgram loans can be forgiven if used for eligible expenses like paying workers. Details"
Sen. John Thune
April 3, 2020
Tweet - "Great idea to help South Dakotans remain connected while normal life patterns are disrupted by #coronavirus. #TogetherWhileApart"
Sen. John Thune
April 3, 2020
Letter to U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Alex Azar and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator Seema Verma - Loeffler Asks Administration to Allow At-Risk Patients to Receive Treatments at Home
Sen. John Thune, ...
April 3, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Tester, Colleagues Urge VA to Expand Telemental Health Services to Veterans During COVID-19 Outbreak
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
April 2, 2020
Tweet - "Important #COVID19 information"
Sen. John Thune
April 2, 2020
Thune Releases U.S. Government Video Lesson for South Dakota Students, Parents, and Teachers
Sen. John Thune
April 2, 2020
Tweet - "Just had a #COVID19Pandemic update call with Dr. Fauci, @StevenMnuchin1 , and others in the admin. They're confident that Americans staying at home & #SocialDistancing are having a positive effect. Even if it's inconvenient, your actions will make a difference as we combat #COVID."
Sen. John Thune
April 2, 2020
Thune Launches Special COVID-19 Resources Page on His Website
Sen. John Thune
April 2, 2020
Tweet - "Hey, parents. Since many of you have added "teacher" to your list of titles during this isolation period, I recorded a 10-minute lesson for elementary and middle school students about the U.S. Senate. Check it out"
Sen. John Thune
April 2, 2020
COVID-19 Relief Available for South Dakota Families and Businesses
Sen. Mike Rounds
April 2, 2020
Letter to Treasury Secretary Stevin Mnucin and internal Revenue Service Charles Retting - Perdue, Loeffler Secure Automatic COVID-19 Payments For Seniors
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
April 1, 2020
Tweet - "We will get through this together. #AmericaStrong #AmericanSpirit"
Sen. John Thune
April 1, 2020
Letter to Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Blunt, Hawley Join Colleagues in Urging USDA to Provide Immediate Assistance to Cattle Producers
Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
April 1, 2020
Tweet - "Many have been skeptical of China's lack of transparency surrounding #COVID19, and new reporting confirms their concealment. Our focus is on our domestic response, saving lives & helping American families. Accurate data informs these efforts."
Sen. John Thune
April 1, 2020
Tweet - "Thank you for sharing. This is one more example of the kindness that's helping to spread joy and hope throughout this tumultuous time. As a son of two educators, I've seen firsthand the lengths they go to for their students."
Sen. John Thune
March 31, 2020
Tweet - "Illegal robocallers are trying to take advantage of the coronavirus crisis. But the @FCC is taking important steps (required by my #TRACEDAct) that will help protect consumers from these bad actors now and in the future."
Sen. John Thune
March 30, 2020
Tweet - "Last May, the Air Force announced Ellsworth AFB as the first choice to host the B-21 Raider Flag of United States. I am excited that the formal basing process has begun. Due to social distancing precautions, information has moved online. Comments are due May 9. http://B21EIS.com"
Sen. John Thune
March 30, 2020
Tweet - "As our nation's health care professionals fight the coronavirus pandemic on the front lines, #NationalDoctorDay takes on more meaning this year. Thank you for all you're doing to serve our country."
Sen. John Thune
March 30, 2020
Tweet - "What does the new @SenateGOP #coronavirus relief law mean for YOU? Here are some of the key provisions to help American workers, families, and small businesses"
Sen. John Thune
March 30, 2020
Tweet - "Through all of the difficulties we're facing, the American spirit is still burning bright in South Dakota. Especially proud of South Dakotans as they continue to work hard and spread hope in these challenging times."
Sen. John Thune
March 28, 2020
Tweet - "The American spirit is strong. We're seeing examples across the country. Heroes are among us -- health care professionals, first responders, grocery store workers, delivery drivers, & pharmacy clerks. There's nothing more American than rising to the occasion in times of need."
Sen. John Thune
March 27, 2020
Rounds USPHS Legislation Included in COVID-19 Relief Bill
Sen. Mike Rounds
March 27, 2020
Tweet - "A lot of folks are out of work as a result of the coronavirus outbreak, which is why it's so important we deliver critical relief to the American people as soon as possible."
Sen. John Thune
March 27, 2020
Tweet - "It's good to see everyone pull together -- Republicans & Democrats, Congress & the admin -- to get much-needed relief to the American people. This is a challenging time. But it's in challenging times that we often see the best in America."
Sen. John Thune
March 27, 2020
Tweet - ". @POTUS has signed the critically important coronavirus relief bill that Congress passed this week. Glad to see this emergency funding will start to help American workers and small businesses ASAP."
Sen. John Thune
March 26, 2020
Delegation-Supported Provisions to Help South Dakota Farmers and Ranchers Included in Latest Coronavirus Relief Bill
Sen. John Thune, ...
March 26, 2020
Thune Statement on Senate Passage of Bipartisan Coronavirus Relief Package
Sen. John Thune
March 25, 2020
Rounds Supports COVID-19 Relief Legislation
Sen. Mike Rounds
March 25, 2020
Letter to President Donald Trump - Republican Senators Urge Trade Measures to Respond to Economic Impact of COVID-19
Sen. John Thune, ...
March 25, 2020
Tweet - "Just-passed Senate bill takes meaningful steps to: -help stabilize an uneasy economy -provide significant resources to support states -support health care workers on the frontlines fighting this pandemic I hope the House acts quickly to pass this crucial relief bill."
Sen. John Thune
March 25, 2020
Tweet - "Worked w/ @senatemajldr & others in @SenateGOP to come up with a deal that provides real relief for American workers & families. This is a tough time -- all Americans are feeling it -- & this will give much-needed aid to those who are struggling and need it the most."
Sen. John Thune
March 25, 2020
Tweet - "What's in the big relief bill just passed by the Senate? The #CARESAct will put emergency cash into the hands of American families and workers who need it the most & help small biz and their workers weather this storm. My full statement"
Sen. John Thune
March 25, 2020
Tweet - "For #SmallBusinesses owners & employees: here are the details of what's in the emergency coronavirus relief & #stimulusbill for #SmallBiz "
Sen. John Thune
March 25, 2020
Tweet - "The Senate just passed a third #bipartisan COVID19 relief bill. Challenging times require swift & bold action. It's heartening to see the Senate was able to rise above politics at this time and act in a bipartisan way to provide relief to the American people."
Sen. John Thune
March 24, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Mike Pence, Vice President of the United States - Senators Call for Task Forces to Streamline Vaccine Development, Medical Supply Chain
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
March 24, 2020
Tweet - "Great message. No American is alone as long as we are united."
Sen. John Thune
March 24, 2020
PBS "NewsHour" - Transcript: Interview with Senator John Thune
Sen. John Thune
March 24, 2020
Tweet - "In these uncertain times, Americans are increasingly grateful for what's on grocery store shelves. That food is there because of the hard work of our farmers & ranchers who in good times & bad do whatever they can to help feed the world. #ThankAFarmer #AgDay"
Sen. John Thune
March 24, 2020
Tweet - "This is a time to come together as a country -- and that includes Democrats and Republicans here in Washington. I'm hopeful that Democrats will work with us to provide relief to American workers, families, and small businesses."
Sen. John Thune
March 24, 2020
Tweet - "The time to act is now. The time to act was yesterday let's get this done -- today. #PassTheBill"
Sen. John Thune
March 24, 2020
Tweet - "Proud of @3M and the many South Dakota workers who are stepping up and doing their part to combat #COVID."
Sen. John Thune
March 23, 2020
Tweet - "Dems are calling the bill they're blocking a "bailout" even though the businesses we're trying to help are struggling due to no fault of their own -- they were shut down -- and employ MILLIONS of Americans. How many Americans have to lose their jobs before Dems allow us to act?"
Sen. John Thune
March 23, 2020
Tweet - "Last night was probably one of the saddest days I've seen in my time in the United States Senate. Our country is in a crisis, and the Democrats are still playing a political game. We don't have the luxury of time in this fight against COVID."
Sen. John Thune
March 23, 2020
Tweet - "I've never been more frustrated with my Democrat colleagues. Not only are they blocking vital relief, walking back on good-faith bipartisan negotiations, and stalling Senate action -- they're intentionally misleading the American people. Let's get it straight"
Sen. John Thune
March 23, 2020
Tweet - "Our farmers and ranchers are doing their part to keep the grocery shelves stocked and food on our tables. We need to do our part and provide the resources necessary to support them."
Sen. John Thune
March 23, 2020
Tweet - "Dems are saying over & over this bill is a "bailout" for American businesses. It's not. The money they're talking about is in the form of *loans*. It has to be repaid. This is about Americans who are hurting. We're in a position to do something about it. It's time we do."
Sen. John Thune
March 23, 2020
Tweet - "Update: COVID relief & stimulus just blocked AGAIN by Dems. Americans around the country are rising to the occasion. It's time for Congress to do the same. Save politics for another day. We must act now."
Sen. John Thune
March 23, 2020
Tweet - "Dems are saying over & over this bill is a "bailout" for American businesses. It's not. The money they're talking about is in the form of *loans*. It has to be repaid. This is about Americans who are hurting. We're in a position to do something about it. It's time we do."
Sen. John Thune
March 23, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, and the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General for the Dept. of Justice - Senators Markey and Thune Call on FCC and Justice Dept. to Combat Coronavirus Robocalls
Sen. John Thune, ...
Date
Title
Politician
April 10, 2020
Argus Leader - Heroes Come In Unlikely Forms
Sen.John Thune
April 10, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Jovita Carranza, Administrator of the Small Business Association - Johnson Urges Clarification for Farmers and Ranchers on SBA Loans
Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
April 10, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Senator Scott Leads Colleagues in Effort to Preserve Insurance Industry
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
April 10, 2020
Letter to Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - McAdams calls on federal government to order more personal protective equipment
Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
April 10, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Rep. Axne Urges Secretary Perdue to Assist Biofuel Producers
Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
April 9, 2020
Letter to the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General for the Dept. of Justice - Thune Urges Department of Justice to Investigate Price Manipulation in the Beef Market
Sen.John Thune
April 8, 2020
Tweet - "Great news for producers. I sent @USDA a letter urging action on this topic earlier today. @SecretarySonny , thank you for taking action on this issue for our ranchers."
Sen.John Thune
April 8, 2020
Tweet - "There is a lot of information out there about #COVID19, and it can be hard to know what info to trust. For up-to-date resources, including important @CDCgov guidance, check out http://thune.senate.gov/COVID19."
Sen.John Thune
April 8, 2020
Tweet - "We want people to be able to go back to work. We want there to be jobs to return to. We want small businesses to stay up and running and weather the storm. Those were among the Senate's goals w/ #COVID relief bills. In just 4 days, #PPP saved an estimated 5.7 M jobs."
Sen.John Thune
April 8, 2020
Letter to Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Treasury - Senator Scott Joins Colleagues in Urging Action to Avoid Housing Finance System Crisis Amid Coronavirus COVID-19 Outbreak
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
April 8, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump - Johnson Urges President Trump to Oversee Comprehensive Investigation into Cattle Markets
Rep.Dusty Johnson
April 8, 2020
Letter to Labor Secretary Eugene Scalia and Homeland Security Acting Secretary Chad Wolf - Perdue, Loeffler Seek H-2A Flexibility During COVID-19 Crisis
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
April 8, 2020
Tweet - "The #coronavirus relief passed by the Senate is having a positive effect on our small businesses that are struggling right now. Great to see."
Sen.John Thune
April 8, 2020
Letter to Eugene Scalia, Sec. of Labor, and Chad Wold, Acting Sec. of the Department of Homeland Security - Boozman Calls for Flexibility in Temporary Ag Worker Program to Protect Nation's Food Supply
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
April 8, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Thune Urges USDA to Strengthen the Integrity of the Cattle Market
Sen.John Thune
April 7, 2020
Tweet - "Today at 1 p.m. CT, @USDA is hosting an online seminar to share info and answer questions about SHIPP, my new soil health protection program. Tune in for 30 min to learn about the program's benefits, eligibility, & rental rates. Link to join seminar"
Sen.John Thune
April 7, 2020
Letter to Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of the Treasury, and Jerome Powell, Chairman Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System - Lankford Urges Treasury, Federal Reserve to Keep CARES Act Financial Assistance Industry Neutral, Free of Bias
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
April 7, 2020
Tweet - "We all have to be resilient and grind through this -- knowing that the best way to get to the other side is to adhere to guidelines. And look for those days, hopefully in the near future, when we can hug our grandkids again. #TuesdayMotivation"
Sen.John Thune
April 6, 2020
Letter to Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Grassley, Duckworth, Ernst Call on USDA to Allocate Additional Funds to Biofuel Industry Negatively Impacted by COVID-19
Sen.John Thune, ...
April 6, 2020
Tweet - "Spoke on the phone w/ Administrator @SBAJovita from @SBAgov about her effort to implement the #CARESAct's #COVID #smallbiz relief. I emphasized the need to help #smallbiz owners and employees who help support communities across South Dakota. #PaycheckProtectionProgram"
Sen.John Thune
April 6, 2020
Letter to Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs - Rounds, Colleagues Urge VA to Expand Telemental Health Services for Veterans During COVID-19
Sen.Mike Rounds
April 6, 2020
Letter to Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie - Loeffler, Colleagues Urge VA to Expand TeleMental Health Services for Veterans During COVID-19
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
April 5, 2020
Capital Journal - Professor John Thune: U.S. Government 101
Sen.John Thune
April 3, 2020
Tweet - "#JobsReport confirms #COVID is hitting American workers & small biz hard. Many businesses are shutting down at no fault of their own, making it hard to pay workers. #SmallBiz relief loans enacted by Congress are now available. Info"
Sen.John Thune
April 3, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Durbin, Duckworth Join Bipartisan Letter Urging USDA To Ensure Continuity Of Food Supply By Supporting Farmers During COVID-19 Pandemic
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
April 3, 2020
Tweet - "#COVID19 UPDATE: South Dakota received pallets of supplies this week from the National Strategic Stockpile and will be getting a number of the @AbbottNews rapid testing machines soon. These tools will go a long way in helping our state prepare to fight coronavirus."
Sen.John Thune
April 3, 2020
Tweet - "Applications for #SmallBusiness #COVID relief loans open today. Key info: #PaycheckProtectionProgram loans can be forgiven if used for eligible expenses like paying workers. Details"
Sen.John Thune
April 3, 2020
Tweet - "Great idea to help South Dakotans remain connected while normal life patterns are disrupted by #coronavirus. #TogetherWhileApart"
Sen.John Thune
April 3, 2020
Letter to U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Alex Azar and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator Seema Verma - Loeffler Asks Administration to Allow At-Risk Patients to Receive Treatments at Home
Sen.John Thune, ...
April 3, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of the Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Tester, Colleagues Urge VA to Expand Telemental Health Services to Veterans During COVID-19 Outbreak
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
April 2, 2020
Tweet - "Important #COVID19 information"
Sen.John Thune
April 2, 2020
Thune Releases U.S. Government Video Lesson for South Dakota Students, Parents, and Teachers
Sen.John Thune
April 2, 2020
Tweet - "Just had a #COVID19Pandemic update call with Dr. Fauci, @StevenMnuchin1 , and others in the admin. They're confident that Americans staying at home & #SocialDistancing are having a positive effect. Even if it's inconvenient, your actions will make a difference as we combat #COVID."
Sen.John Thune
April 2, 2020
Thune Launches Special COVID-19 Resources Page on His Website
Sen.John Thune
April 2, 2020
Tweet - "Hey, parents. Since many of you have added "teacher" to your list of titles during this isolation period, I recorded a 10-minute lesson for elementary and middle school students about the U.S. Senate. Check it out"
Sen.John Thune
April 2, 2020
COVID-19 Relief Available for South Dakota Families and Businesses
Sen.Mike Rounds
April 2, 2020
Letter to Treasury Secretary Stevin Mnucin and internal Revenue Service Charles Retting - Perdue, Loeffler Secure Automatic COVID-19 Payments For Seniors
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
April 1, 2020
Tweet - "We will get through this together. #AmericaStrong #AmericanSpirit"
Sen.John Thune
April 1, 2020
Letter to Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Blunt, Hawley Join Colleagues in Urging USDA to Provide Immediate Assistance to Cattle Producers
Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
April 1, 2020
Tweet - "Many have been skeptical of China's lack of transparency surrounding #COVID19, and new reporting confirms their concealment. Our focus is on our domestic response, saving lives & helping American families. Accurate data informs these efforts."
Sen.John Thune
April 1, 2020
Tweet - "Thank you for sharing. This is one more example of the kindness that's helping to spread joy and hope throughout this tumultuous time. As a son of two educators, I've seen firsthand the lengths they go to for their students."
Sen.John Thune
March 31, 2020
Tweet - "Illegal robocallers are trying to take advantage of the coronavirus crisis. But the @FCC is taking important steps (required by my #TRACEDAct) that will help protect consumers from these bad actors now and in the future."
Sen.John Thune
March 30, 2020
Tweet - "Last May, the Air Force announced Ellsworth AFB as the first choice to host the B-21 Raider Flag of United States. I am excited that the formal basing process has begun. Due to social distancing precautions, information has moved online. Comments are due May 9. http://B21EIS.com"
Sen.John Thune
March 30, 2020
Tweet - "As our nation's health care professionals fight the coronavirus pandemic on the front lines, #NationalDoctorDay takes on more meaning this year. Thank you for all you're doing to serve our country."
Sen.John Thune
March 30, 2020
Tweet - "What does the new @SenateGOP #coronavirus relief law mean for YOU? Here are some of the key provisions to help American workers, families, and small businesses"
Sen.John Thune
March 30, 2020
Tweet - "Through all of the difficulties we're facing, the American spirit is still burning bright in South Dakota. Especially proud of South Dakotans as they continue to work hard and spread hope in these challenging times."
Sen.John Thune
March 28, 2020
Tweet - "The American spirit is strong. We're seeing examples across the country. Heroes are among us -- health care professionals, first responders, grocery store workers, delivery drivers, & pharmacy clerks. There's nothing more American than rising to the occasion in times of need."
Sen.John Thune
March 27, 2020
Rounds USPHS Legislation Included in COVID-19 Relief Bill
Sen.Mike Rounds
March 27, 2020
Tweet - "A lot of folks are out of work as a result of the coronavirus outbreak, which is why it's so important we deliver critical relief to the American people as soon as possible."
Sen.John Thune
March 27, 2020
Tweet - "It's good to see everyone pull together -- Republicans & Democrats, Congress & the admin -- to get much-needed relief to the American people. This is a challenging time. But it's in challenging times that we often see the best in America."
Sen.John Thune
March 27, 2020
Tweet - ". @POTUS has signed the critically important coronavirus relief bill that Congress passed this week. Glad to see this emergency funding will start to help American workers and small businesses ASAP."
Sen.John Thune
March 26, 2020
Delegation-Supported Provisions to Help South Dakota Farmers and Ranchers Included in Latest Coronavirus Relief Bill
Sen.John Thune, ...
March 26, 2020
Thune Statement on Senate Passage of Bipartisan Coronavirus Relief Package
Sen.John Thune
March 25, 2020
Rounds Supports COVID-19 Relief Legislation
Sen.Mike Rounds
March 25, 2020
Letter to President Donald Trump - Republican Senators Urge Trade Measures to Respond to Economic Impact of COVID-19
Sen.John Thune, ...
March 25, 2020
Tweet - "Just-passed Senate bill takes meaningful steps to: -help stabilize an uneasy economy -provide significant resources to support states -support health care workers on the frontlines fighting this pandemic I hope the House acts quickly to pass this crucial relief bill."
Sen.John Thune
March 25, 2020
Tweet - "Worked w/ @senatemajldr & others in @SenateGOP to come up with a deal that provides real relief for American workers & families. This is a tough time -- all Americans are feeling it -- & this will give much-needed aid to those who are struggling and need it the most."
Sen.John Thune
March 25, 2020
Tweet - "What's in the big relief bill just passed by the Senate? The #CARESAct will put emergency cash into the hands of American families and workers who need it the most & help small biz and their workers weather this storm. My full statement"
Sen.John Thune
March 25, 2020
Tweet - "For #SmallBusinesses owners & employees: here are the details of what's in the emergency coronavirus relief & #stimulusbill for #SmallBiz "
Sen.John Thune
March 25, 2020
Tweet - "The Senate just passed a third #bipartisan COVID19 relief bill. Challenging times require swift & bold action. It's heartening to see the Senate was able to rise above politics at this time and act in a bipartisan way to provide relief to the American people."
Sen.John Thune
March 24, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Mike Pence, Vice President of the United States - Senators Call for Task Forces to Streamline Vaccine Development, Medical Supply Chain
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
March 24, 2020
Tweet - "Great message. No American is alone as long as we are united."
Sen.John Thune
March 24, 2020
PBS "NewsHour" - Transcript: Interview with Senator John Thune
Sen.John Thune
March 24, 2020
Tweet - "In these uncertain times, Americans are increasingly grateful for what's on grocery store shelves. That food is there because of the hard work of our farmers & ranchers who in good times & bad do whatever they can to help feed the world. #ThankAFarmer #AgDay"
Sen.John Thune
March 24, 2020
Tweet - "This is a time to come together as a country -- and that includes Democrats and Republicans here in Washington. I'm hopeful that Democrats will work with us to provide relief to American workers, families, and small businesses."
Sen.John Thune
March 24, 2020
Tweet - "The time to act is now. The time to act was yesterday let's get this done -- today. #PassTheBill"
Sen.John Thune
March 24, 2020
Tweet - "Proud of @3M and the many South Dakota workers who are stepping up and doing their part to combat #COVID."
Sen.John Thune
March 23, 2020
Tweet - "Dems are calling the bill they're blocking a "bailout" even though the businesses we're trying to help are struggling due to no fault of their own -- they were shut down -- and employ MILLIONS of Americans. How many Americans have to lose their jobs before Dems allow us to act?"
Sen.John Thune
March 23, 2020
Tweet - "Last night was probably one of the saddest days I've seen in my time in the United States Senate. Our country is in a crisis, and the Democrats are still playing a political game. We don't have the luxury of time in this fight against COVID."
Sen.John Thune
March 23, 2020
Tweet - "I've never been more frustrated with my Democrat colleagues. Not only are they blocking vital relief, walking back on good-faith bipartisan negotiations, and stalling Senate action -- they're intentionally misleading the American people. Let's get it straight"
Sen.John Thune
March 23, 2020
Tweet - "Our farmers and ranchers are doing their part to keep the grocery shelves stocked and food on our tables. We need to do our part and provide the resources necessary to support them."
Sen.John Thune
March 23, 2020
Tweet - "Dems are saying over & over this bill is a "bailout" for American businesses. It's not. The money they're talking about is in the form of *loans*. It has to be repaid. This is about Americans who are hurting. We're in a position to do something about it. It's time we do."
Sen.John Thune
March 23, 2020
Tweet - "Update: COVID relief & stimulus just blocked AGAIN by Dems. Americans around the country are rising to the occasion. It's time for Congress to do the same. Save politics for another day. We must act now."
Sen.John Thune
March 23, 2020
Tweet - "Dems are saying over & over this bill is a "bailout" for American businesses. It's not. The money they're talking about is in the form of *loans*. It has to be repaid. This is about Americans who are hurting. We're in a position to do something about it. It's time we do."
Sen.John Thune
March 23, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Ajit Pai, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, and the Hon. William Barr, Attorney General for the Dept. of Justice - Senators Markey and Thune Call on FCC and Justice Dept. to Combat Coronavirus Robocalls
Sen.John Thune, ...
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