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March 13, 2019 Executive Session Sen. John Thune
March 12, 2019 Rounds Statement on EPA's Proposed Rule on E-15 Waiver Sen. Mike Rounds
March 12, 2019 Thune Applauds the EPA's Decision to Permit Year-Round E15 Fuel Sales Sen. John Thune
March 8, 2019 Getting "PHIT" Sen. John Thune
March 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Manchin, Capito Urge HHS Secretary To Empower Doctors To Stop Preventable Opioid Deaths Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
March 6, 2019 Thune, Murphy Reintroduce Bill to Encourage Healthy Living Sen. John Thune, ...
March 6, 2019 Tweet - "My bipartisan #PHITAct would allow people to use a portion of the money saved in their HSAs and/or FSAs toward certain sports and fitness purchases, like gym memberships, fitness equipment, and youth sports league fees. More:" Sen. John Thune
March 1, 2019 A Green Nightmare Sen. John Thune
Feb. 28, 2019 Rounds Statement on Senate Confirmation of Andrew Wheeler to be EPA Administrator Sen. Mike Rounds
Feb. 27, 2019 joint Release Bill to Transfer Federal Land to Custer County, South Dakota, Heads to The President Rep. Dusty Johnson
Feb. 26, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture - Thune, Brown Urge USDA to Prioritize Implementation of Commodity and Conservation Title Programs in the 2018 Farm Bill Sen. John Thune, ...
Feb. 14, 2019 Rounds Reintroduces IHS Assessment Legislation Sen. Mike Rounds
Feb. 13, 2019 Thune, Warner Introduce Legislation to Aid Student Debt Repayment Sen. John Thune, ...
Feb. 12, 2019 Tweet - "The Democrats' #GreenNewDeal is projected to cost American families up to $3,800 per year in higher energy bills, but that is just the beginning. WATCH" Sen. John Thune
Feb. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Instead of getting government out of your way, @SenateDems want to put government in charge of your health care, your electricity options, and more." Sen. John Thune
Feb. 8, 2019 Thune: Common Ground Sen. John Thune
Feb. 7, 2019 Tweet - "This so-called "#GreenNewDeal" could raise energy costs for families by more than $3,000 per year. We can't let that happen." Sen. John Thune
Feb. 7, 2019 Thune, Schatz Reintroduce Bill to Make Annual Veteran Cost of Living Adjustment Automatic Sen. John Thune, ...
Feb. 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Seema Verma, Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services with the Department of Health and Human Services - Gardner, Cortez Masto, Crapo, and Bipartisan Group of Senators Send Letter Requesting Administration Stabilize Medicare Advantage Program Sen. John Thune, ...
Feb. 6, 2019 Rounds Cosponsors Bipartisan Bill to Address Rising Prescription Drug Prices Sen. Mike Rounds
Feb. 1, 2019 Tweet - "The Navy's newest submarine, the USS South Dakota, will be commissioned tomorrow in Groton, Connecticut. The #USSSouthDakota will be the 17th submarine of her class, pushing the envelope of U.S. maritime technology and undersea dominance. #SSN790" Sen. John Thune
Jan. 31, 2019 Rep. Dusty Johnson Announces Subcommittee Ranking Member Appointment Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 31, 2019 Natural Resources Management Act--Motion to Proceed Sen. John Thune
Jan. 30, 2019 Delegation Introduces Legislation to Allow Tribal Grant Schools to Devote Additional Resources to Improving Education Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Jan. 28, 2019 Rep. Dusty Johnson Announces Seat On House Committee On Education And Labor Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 24, 2019 Thune Meets With Acting EPA Administrator Sen. John Thune
Jan. 23, 2019 Rep. Dusty Johnson Announces Seat on House Agriculture Committee Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 23, 2019 Tweet - "Having served on @HouseAgGOP , and now on @SenateAgGOP , I know what an honor it is to defend South Dakota's ag community. Welcome to the committee, Dusty. Looking forward to working with you." Sen. John Thune
Jan. 21, 2019 Tweet - "'Everybody can be great, because everybody can serve.' Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. taught us that serving the Lord means standing up against injustice for all of His children. May #MLK's life and legacy always be remembered." Sen. John Thune
Jan. 17, 2019 Rounds to Chair Armed Services Cybersecurity Subcommittee in 116th Congress Sen. Mike Rounds
Jan. 11, 2019 Delegation Reintroduces Bill to Transfer Federal Land to Custer County, South Dakota Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 11, 2019 Thune: Ready to Hit the Ground Running Sen. John Thune
Jan. 10, 2019 Delegation Reintroduces Bill to Transfer Federal Land to Custer County, South Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Glad @POTUS signed my bill to update and modernize the National Integrated Drought Information System, a tool S.D. farmers and ranchers depend on to stay up-to-date and fully informed on drought conditions in their area." Sen. John Thune
Jan. 2, 2019 Thune Statement on Confirmation of Patrick Fuchs to the Surface Transportation Board Sen. John Thune
Dec. 20, 2018 Tweet - "General Mattis has spent a lifetime serving his country, and he can be proud of his extended and distinguished career. He's led the @DeptofDefense at a critical time and has done so with a steady hand." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 20, 2018 Tweet - "Farm bills and agriculture policy in general have historically been areas where Congress could come together and do the hard work America's farmers and ranchers expect. This year was no different." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 19, 2018 Senate Unanimously Approves Thune Bill to Reauthorize Critical Drought Information Program Sen. John Thune
Dec. 14, 2018 When You Defend Agriculture, You Defend South Dakota Sen. John Thune
Dec. 14, 2018 Tweet - "I'm proud to represent South Dakota's farmers and ranchers in Washington, and they're why I left it all on the field when it came to writing and passing the 2018 #FarmBill. More in my column:" Sen. John Thune
Dec. 13, 2018 Tweet - "The 2018 #FarmBill will help give South Dakota farmers and ranchers the flexibility, security, and certainty they want and need." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 11, 2018 Tweet - "Big step in the #FarmBill process today. Couldn't have done it without these two by my side. This is Ryan's first farm bill and my fourth, but Lynn has us beat with six. Grateful for all they've done for the S.D. ag community." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 11, 2018 Senate Approves Bipartisan Farm Bill, Includes Nearly 20 Thune-Authored Provisions Sen. John Thune
Dec. 11, 2018 House and Senate to Vote on Bipartisan Farm Bill Compromise Sen. John Thune
Dec. 11, 2018 Executive Session Sen. John Thune
Dec. 11, 2018 Tweet - "Getting a pro-agriculture, pro-farmer #FarmBill to the president has been the goal all along, and with this bipartisan, bicameral compromise, I'm glad we're one step closer to delivering on it. More on my nearly 20 provisions included in the legislation" Sen. John Thune
Dec. 11, 2018 Tweet - "Glad the Senate overwhelmingly voted to approve the bipartisan #FarmBill. Read more on my nearly 20 provisions included in the bill." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 7, 2018 Remembering 41 Sen. John Thune
Dec. 7, 2018 Tweet - "Today we remember the men and women who were lost at #PearlHarbor and recognize members of the #GreatestGeneration who answered the call to serve." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 6, 2018 With Rounds, Thune Support, Tea and U.S. Highway 83 Receive Critical Infrastructure Grants Sen. Mike Rounds
Dec. 6, 2018 Tweet - "Throughout his life, George H.W. Bush exemplified the characteristics of the Greatest Generation. Service. Love of country. Humility. Honor." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 6, 2018 Cloture Motion Sen. John Thune
Dec. 6, 2018 With Thune, Rounds Support, Tea and U.S. Highway 83 Receive Critical Infrastructure Grants Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 1, 2018 Tweet - "Not much can stop the 114th Fighter Wing, but looks like our famous South Dakota winters are postponing their formal welcome home ceremony in SFSD. We are thankful for their service, safe return, and that the Lobos are home for the holidays... and maybe to help shovel. @SD_Guard" Sen. John Thune
Dec. 1, 2018 Tweet - "America has lost one of its finest. A man of fierce determination, self-sacrifice, and unwavering dedication to our country, President Bush will be remembered as a patriot and a gentleman." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 1, 2018 Thune Statement on Passing of Former President George H.W. Bush Sen. John Thune
Nov. 30, 2018 Tweet - "With the signing of the #USMCA, we're one step closer to strengthening our trading relationship with two countries that South Dakota's farmers and ranchers depend on to export a significant portion of their products." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 29, 2018 Tweet - "As the president heads to #G20, @SenatorRounds and I urged him to prioritize the restoring of U.S. soybean market access in China ahead of his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 29, 2018 Tweet - "As the president heads to #G20, @SenatorRounds and I urged him to prioritize the restoring of U.S. soybean market access in China ahead of his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 29, 2018 Letter to President Donald Trump - Thune, Rounds Urge President to Reopen U.S. Soybean Exports to China Sen. John Thune, ...
Nov. 28, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the Senate and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Minority Leader of the Senate - Wyden, Crapo Lead Bipartisan call to Reauthorize Secure Rural Schools Funding in Year-end Legislation Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Nov. 28, 2018 Inhofe, Reed, Rounds, Duckworth, Heller and Peters Applaud Senate Passage of Legislation to Commemorate End of WWII Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Nov. 27, 2018 Executive Session Sen. John Thune
Nov. 16, 2018 Forever Thankful Sen. John Thune
Nov. 15, 2018 Thankful for the Opportunity to Work for South Dakota in the Senate Sen. Mike Rounds
Nov. 14, 2018 Hearing of the Cybersecurity Subcommittee of The Senate Armed Services Committee - Opening Statement of Sen. Rounds, Hearing on The Private Sector Perspective on The Department of Defense's (do D) Cybersecurity Acquisition and Practices Sen. Mike Rounds
Nov. 9, 2018 Tweet - "There are a lot of things worth fighting for, and I've found that many of the biggest, most consequential fights of my legislative career have revolved around South Dakota's agriculture industry. More on my fight for the year-round sale of E15" Sen. John Thune
Nov. 9, 2018 Fueling South Dakota's Economy Sen. John Thune
Oct. 31, 2018 Rounds Statement on Proposed Rule to Facilitate Liquidity in Options Markets Sen. Mike Rounds
Oct. 26, 2018 Delivering Results Sen. Mike Rounds
Oct. 23, 2018 South Dakota's Century-Long Pheasant Hunting Tradition Continues Sen. John Thune
Oct. 23, 2018 Tweet - "There isn't a more special place to be on an autumn day in the middle of pheasant season than right here in the heart of South Dakota." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 20, 2018 Tweet - "While a lot has changed in the 100 years since South Dakota's annual pheasant hunting tradition began, many elements have stood the test of time. Read more about why this time of year is so important to me and my family, and good luck to everyone today -->" Sen. John Thune
Oct. 19, 2018 Tweet - "I've been fighting for Ellsworth Air Force Base for more than a decade, and this week's visit proved once again that the base and the airmen of @28thBombWing are the best of the best and true national assets." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 19, 2018 100 Years of Pheasant Hunting in South Dakota Sen. Mike Rounds
Date Title Politician
March 13, 2019 Executive Session Sen.John Thune
March 12, 2019 Rounds Statement on EPA's Proposed Rule on E-15 Waiver Sen.Mike Rounds
March 12, 2019 Thune Applauds the EPA's Decision to Permit Year-Round E15 Fuel Sales Sen.John Thune
March 8, 2019 Getting "PHIT" Sen.John Thune
March 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Manchin, Capito Urge HHS Secretary To Empower Doctors To Stop Preventable Opioid Deaths Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
March 6, 2019 Thune, Murphy Reintroduce Bill to Encourage Healthy Living Sen.John Thune, ...
March 6, 2019 Tweet - "My bipartisan #PHITAct would allow people to use a portion of the money saved in their HSAs and/or FSAs toward certain sports and fitness purchases, like gym memberships, fitness equipment, and youth sports league fees. More:" Sen.John Thune
March 1, 2019 A Green Nightmare Sen.John Thune
Feb. 28, 2019 Rounds Statement on Senate Confirmation of Andrew Wheeler to be EPA Administrator Sen.Mike Rounds
Feb. 27, 2019 joint Release Bill to Transfer Federal Land to Custer County, South Dakota, Heads to The President Rep.Dusty Johnson
Feb. 26, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture - Thune, Brown Urge USDA to Prioritize Implementation of Commodity and Conservation Title Programs in the 2018 Farm Bill Sen.John Thune, ...
Feb. 14, 2019 Rounds Reintroduces IHS Assessment Legislation Sen.Mike Rounds
Feb. 13, 2019 Thune, Warner Introduce Legislation to Aid Student Debt Repayment Sen.John Thune, ...
Feb. 12, 2019 Tweet - "The Democrats' #GreenNewDeal is projected to cost American families up to $3,800 per year in higher energy bills, but that is just the beginning. WATCH" Sen.John Thune
Feb. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Instead of getting government out of your way, @SenateDems want to put government in charge of your health care, your electricity options, and more." Sen.John Thune
Feb. 8, 2019 Thune: Common Ground Sen.John Thune
Feb. 7, 2019 Tweet - "This so-called "#GreenNewDeal" could raise energy costs for families by more than $3,000 per year. We can't let that happen." Sen.John Thune
Feb. 7, 2019 Thune, Schatz Reintroduce Bill to Make Annual Veteran Cost of Living Adjustment Automatic Sen.John Thune, ...
Feb. 6, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Seema Verma, Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services with the Department of Health and Human Services - Gardner, Cortez Masto, Crapo, and Bipartisan Group of Senators Send Letter Requesting Administration Stabilize Medicare Advantage Program Sen.John Thune, ...
Feb. 6, 2019 Rounds Cosponsors Bipartisan Bill to Address Rising Prescription Drug Prices Sen.Mike Rounds
Feb. 1, 2019 Tweet - "The Navy's newest submarine, the USS South Dakota, will be commissioned tomorrow in Groton, Connecticut. The #USSSouthDakota will be the 17th submarine of her class, pushing the envelope of U.S. maritime technology and undersea dominance. #SSN790" Sen.John Thune
Jan. 31, 2019 Rep. Dusty Johnson Announces Subcommittee Ranking Member Appointment Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 31, 2019 Natural Resources Management Act--Motion to Proceed Sen.John Thune
Jan. 30, 2019 Delegation Introduces Legislation to Allow Tribal Grant Schools to Devote Additional Resources to Improving Education Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Jan. 28, 2019 Rep. Dusty Johnson Announces Seat On House Committee On Education And Labor Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 24, 2019 Thune Meets With Acting EPA Administrator Sen.John Thune
Jan. 23, 2019 Rep. Dusty Johnson Announces Seat on House Agriculture Committee Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 23, 2019 Tweet - "Having served on @HouseAgGOP , and now on @SenateAgGOP , I know what an honor it is to defend South Dakota's ag community. Welcome to the committee, Dusty. Looking forward to working with you." Sen.John Thune
Jan. 21, 2019 Tweet - "'Everybody can be great, because everybody can serve.' Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. taught us that serving the Lord means standing up against injustice for all of His children. May #MLK's life and legacy always be remembered." Sen.John Thune
Jan. 17, 2019 Rounds to Chair Armed Services Cybersecurity Subcommittee in 116th Congress Sen.Mike Rounds
Jan. 11, 2019 Delegation Reintroduces Bill to Transfer Federal Land to Custer County, South Dakota Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 11, 2019 Thune: Ready to Hit the Ground Running Sen.John Thune
Jan. 10, 2019 Delegation Reintroduces Bill to Transfer Federal Land to Custer County, South Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 8, 2019 Tweet - "Glad @POTUS signed my bill to update and modernize the National Integrated Drought Information System, a tool S.D. farmers and ranchers depend on to stay up-to-date and fully informed on drought conditions in their area." Sen.John Thune
Jan. 2, 2019 Thune Statement on Confirmation of Patrick Fuchs to the Surface Transportation Board Sen.John Thune
Dec. 20, 2018 Tweet - "General Mattis has spent a lifetime serving his country, and he can be proud of his extended and distinguished career. He's led the @DeptofDefense at a critical time and has done so with a steady hand." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 20, 2018 Tweet - "Farm bills and agriculture policy in general have historically been areas where Congress could come together and do the hard work America's farmers and ranchers expect. This year was no different." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 19, 2018 Senate Unanimously Approves Thune Bill to Reauthorize Critical Drought Information Program Sen.John Thune
Dec. 14, 2018 When You Defend Agriculture, You Defend South Dakota Sen.John Thune
Dec. 14, 2018 Tweet - "I'm proud to represent South Dakota's farmers and ranchers in Washington, and they're why I left it all on the field when it came to writing and passing the 2018 #FarmBill. More in my column:" Sen.John Thune
Dec. 13, 2018 Tweet - "The 2018 #FarmBill will help give South Dakota farmers and ranchers the flexibility, security, and certainty they want and need." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 11, 2018 Tweet - "Big step in the #FarmBill process today. Couldn't have done it without these two by my side. This is Ryan's first farm bill and my fourth, but Lynn has us beat with six. Grateful for all they've done for the S.D. ag community." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 11, 2018 Senate Approves Bipartisan Farm Bill, Includes Nearly 20 Thune-Authored Provisions Sen.John Thune
Dec. 11, 2018 House and Senate to Vote on Bipartisan Farm Bill Compromise Sen.John Thune
Dec. 11, 2018 Executive Session Sen.John Thune
Dec. 11, 2018 Tweet - "Getting a pro-agriculture, pro-farmer #FarmBill to the president has been the goal all along, and with this bipartisan, bicameral compromise, I'm glad we're one step closer to delivering on it. More on my nearly 20 provisions included in the legislation" Sen.John Thune
Dec. 11, 2018 Tweet - "Glad the Senate overwhelmingly voted to approve the bipartisan #FarmBill. Read more on my nearly 20 provisions included in the bill." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 7, 2018 Remembering 41 Sen.John Thune
Dec. 7, 2018 Tweet - "Today we remember the men and women who were lost at #PearlHarbor and recognize members of the #GreatestGeneration who answered the call to serve." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 6, 2018 With Rounds, Thune Support, Tea and U.S. Highway 83 Receive Critical Infrastructure Grants Sen.Mike Rounds
Dec. 6, 2018 Tweet - "Throughout his life, George H.W. Bush exemplified the characteristics of the Greatest Generation. Service. Love of country. Humility. Honor." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 6, 2018 Cloture Motion Sen.John Thune
Dec. 6, 2018 With Thune, Rounds Support, Tea and U.S. Highway 83 Receive Critical Infrastructure Grants Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 1, 2018 Tweet - "Not much can stop the 114th Fighter Wing, but looks like our famous South Dakota winters are postponing their formal welcome home ceremony in SFSD. We are thankful for their service, safe return, and that the Lobos are home for the holidays... and maybe to help shovel. @SD_Guard" Sen.John Thune
Dec. 1, 2018 Tweet - "America has lost one of its finest. A man of fierce determination, self-sacrifice, and unwavering dedication to our country, President Bush will be remembered as a patriot and a gentleman." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 1, 2018 Thune Statement on Passing of Former President George H.W. Bush Sen.John Thune
Nov. 30, 2018 Tweet - "With the signing of the #USMCA, we're one step closer to strengthening our trading relationship with two countries that South Dakota's farmers and ranchers depend on to export a significant portion of their products." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 29, 2018 Tweet - "As the president heads to #G20, @SenatorRounds and I urged him to prioritize the restoring of U.S. soybean market access in China ahead of his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 29, 2018 Tweet - "As the president heads to #G20, @SenatorRounds and I urged him to prioritize the restoring of U.S. soybean market access in China ahead of his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 29, 2018 Letter to President Donald Trump - Thune, Rounds Urge President to Reopen U.S. Soybean Exports to China Sen.John Thune, ...
Nov. 28, 2018 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader of the Senate and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Minority Leader of the Senate - Wyden, Crapo Lead Bipartisan call to Reauthorize Secure Rural Schools Funding in Year-end Legislation Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Nov. 28, 2018 Inhofe, Reed, Rounds, Duckworth, Heller and Peters Applaud Senate Passage of Legislation to Commemorate End of WWII Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Nov. 27, 2018 Executive Session Sen.John Thune
Nov. 16, 2018 Forever Thankful Sen.John Thune
Nov. 15, 2018 Thankful for the Opportunity to Work for South Dakota in the Senate Sen.Mike Rounds
Nov. 14, 2018 Hearing of the Cybersecurity Subcommittee of The Senate Armed Services Committee - Opening Statement of Sen. Rounds, Hearing on The Private Sector Perspective on The Department of Defense's (do D) Cybersecurity Acquisition and Practices Sen.Mike Rounds
Nov. 9, 2018 Tweet - "There are a lot of things worth fighting for, and I've found that many of the biggest, most consequential fights of my legislative career have revolved around South Dakota's agriculture industry. More on my fight for the year-round sale of E15" Sen.John Thune
Nov. 9, 2018 Fueling South Dakota's Economy Sen.John Thune
Oct. 31, 2018 Rounds Statement on Proposed Rule to Facilitate Liquidity in Options Markets Sen.Mike Rounds
Oct. 26, 2018 Delivering Results Sen.Mike Rounds
Oct. 23, 2018 South Dakota's Century-Long Pheasant Hunting Tradition Continues Sen.John Thune
Oct. 23, 2018 Tweet - "There isn't a more special place to be on an autumn day in the middle of pheasant season than right here in the heart of South Dakota." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 20, 2018 Tweet - "While a lot has changed in the 100 years since South Dakota's annual pheasant hunting tradition began, many elements have stood the test of time. Read more about why this time of year is so important to me and my family, and good luck to everyone today -->" Sen.John Thune
Oct. 19, 2018 Tweet - "I've been fighting for Ellsworth Air Force Base for more than a decade, and this week's visit proved once again that the base and the airmen of @28thBombWing are the best of the best and true national assets." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 19, 2018 100 Years of Pheasant Hunting in South Dakota Sen.Mike Rounds
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