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Feb. 7, 2022 Letter to Hon. Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority, Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Minority Leader, Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Tillis Calls for Extension of Pandemic Telehealth Expansion Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 7, 2022 Letter to Hon. Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader, Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Minority Leader, Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Blackburn, Colleagues Call for Extension of Pandemic Telehealth Expansion Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 4, 2022 Tweet - "Spoke with @sdsoybean about my support for biofuels, the effects of inflation on ag, and my recently introduced shipping reform bill. It would improve access to shipping containers and help expand foreign markets for S.D. soybeans & other goods." Sen. John Thune
Feb. 4, 2022 Pump the Brakes, Sec. Buttigieg! Rep. Dusty Johnson
Feb. 4, 2022 Rounds Issues Statement on JBS Price Fixing Settlement Sen. Mike Rounds
Feb. 4, 2022 Letter to Hon Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader, Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, Hon. Mitch McConnell, and Senate Minority Leader and Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Heinrich Calls For Extension Of Telehealth Expansion Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 3, 2022 Thune, Klobuchar Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Ease Export Shipping Backlogs, Boost U.S. Exports Sen. John Thune, ...
Feb. 3, 2022 Thune, Casey Introduce Legislation to Permanently Extend Liability Coverage to Health Professional Volunteers Sen. John Thune, ...
Feb. 2, 2022 Senate VA Committee Unanimously Passes Legislation to Provide Health Care for Post-9/11 Toxic-Exposed Veterans Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 2, 2022 Tweet - "Biofuels... -drive rural economic opportunity -lower gas prices -reduce greenhouse gas emissions -increase consumer choice -strengthen our energy security Biden's @EPA must live up to its pledge to restore integrity, stability, & growth to the RFS. My letter to @EPAMichaelRegan 👇🏻" Sen. John Thune
Feb. 1, 2022 Letter to Hon. Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader; Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Minority Leader; Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Minority Leader - LUMMIS CALLS FOR EXTENSION OF EXPANDED TELEHEALTH SERVICES Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Jan. 31, 2022 Letter to Hon. Michael Regan, Administrator of the EPA - Klobuchar, Grassley Lead Bipartisan Group of Colleagues in Letter Urging Biden Administration to Prioritize Renewable Fuel Standard Sen. John Thune, ...
Jan. 28, 2022 Tweet: Agriculture is the lifeblood & economic engine of South Dakota. That's why supporting farmers and ranchers is a top priority for me. I spoke about my commitment to SD ag at tonight's @NewsCenter1 Boots & Suits dinner. Sen. John Thune
Jan. 28, 2022 Letter to Hon. Charles Shumer, Senate Majority Leader, Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Minority Leader, Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Warner, Colleagues Call for Extension of Expanded Telehealth Services Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Jan. 28, 2022 Letter to the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Majority Leader, Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Minority Leader, Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Schatz, Wicker Lead Group Of 45 Lawmakers In Calling For Extension Of Pandemic Telehealth Expansion Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Jan. 27, 2022 ICYMI: Pappas Helps Introduce the Campus Prevention and Recovery Services for Students Act Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 26, 2022 Tweet: As of today, the unconstitutional federal vaccine mandate for private sector workers is withdrawn -- a huge win for personal freedom. I've strongly opposed this counterproductive gov't overreach from day one and will continue to empower South Dakotans to make their own decisions. Sen. John Thune
Jan. 26, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Lofgren, Panetta, Costa & Bipartisan Colleagues Urge Biden Admin to Take Further Action to Ease Supply Chain Problems, Allow American Farmers to Fairly Compete Globally Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 25, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Hinson Calls on Administration to Rescind Executive Order Requiring Federal Agencies to Purchase "Zero Emission" Vehicles Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 25, 2022 Letter to the United States Senate - Finance Committee Republicans: EV Provisions Unfairly Favor Certain Companies, Hurt American Workers, and Undermine America's Trade Interests Sen. John Thune, ...
Jan. 25, 2022 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Romney Joins Effort to Protect Faith-Based Child Welfare Providers Sen. John Thune, ...
Jan. 24, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Costa calls on Biden to take further action on supply chain crisis Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 21, 2022 Letter to Xavier Becerra, Secretary U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Spanberger to HHS: Hold Drug Companies Accountable for Breaking the Law, Crack Down on Illegal Price Hikes Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Letter to Secretary Xavier Becerra, Department of Human & Health Services- Wicker, Hyde-Smith Call for Unmasking of America's Children Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House - Rogers, Colleagues Express Outrage Over Taxpayer Dollars Being Used to Buy Made-In-China Masks Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Letter to Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health & Human Services - Thune Leads Colleagues in Protecting Toddlers from Mask Mandates Sen. John Thune, ...
Jan. 13, 2022 Thune Applauds Supreme Court's Decision to Halt Vaccine Mandate on Private Sector Employers Sen. John Thune
Jan. 13, 2022 JOHNSON STATEMENT ON SCOTUS VACCINE MANDATE RULING Rep. Dusty Johnson
Jan. 13, 2022 Letter to Hon. Katherine Tai, US Trade Representative, and Hon. Tom Vilsack, US Secretary of Agriculture - Rep. Mann Urges U.S. to Hold India Accountable on Trade Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 13, 2022 Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Dept. of Education - Sen. Johnson Joins Sen. Scott, Colleagues in Demanding Answers from Sec. Cardona on Plan to Label Parents "Domestic Terrorists" Sen. John Thune, ...
Jan. 12, 2022 Tweet: Today's ruling sends a loud and clear message to the Biden administration: In this country, the unlawful use of the heavy hand of the federal government will not be tolerated. The federal government should not have the authority to force private citizens to get the vaccine. Sen. John Thune
Jan. 11, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Booker Joins Bipartisan Group of Senators in Urging President Biden to Make Clear That U.S. Stands With Eastern European Allies in the Face of Putin's Aggression Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 30, 2021 Reps. Allen, Stefanik, Foxx, Banks, Sen. Braun Lead Opposition to Biden Vaccine Mandate in Upcoming SCOTUS Case Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Dec. 28, 2021 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary Dept. of Health and Human Services; Hon. Martin Wals, Secretary US Dept. of Labor; Hon. Janet Yellen, Secretary US Dept. of the Treasury - MARSHALL AND CASSIDY LEAD COLLEAGUES IN URGING ADMINISTRATION TO IMPLEMENT SURPRISE MEDICAL BILLING LAW ACCORDING TO CONGRESSIONAL INTENT Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 23, 2021 Letter to Hon. Janet Yellen, Secretary of the Treasury - Portman, Senate Finance Republicans Demand Treasury Analysis of OECD Agreement Sen. John Thune, ...
Dec. 21, 2021 Letter to Hon. Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State; Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security - Visa Processing to Address Farm Labor Shortages Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Dec. 19, 2021 Tweet - "I'm sad to hear about the passing of my friend, Senator Johnny Isakson. Johnny always said there are two kinds of people in the world: friends and future friends. It says everything you need to know about him. Kimberley and I are keeping his family in our prayers." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 17, 2021 SOUTH DAKOTA CATTLE GROUPS SUPPORT JOHNSON'S "CATTLE CONTRACT LIBRARY" Rep. Dusty Johnson
Dec. 16, 2021 Letter to Hon. Jerome Powell, Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, Hon. Jelena McWilliams, Chairman of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, Hon. Michael Hsu, Acting Comptroller of the Currency, Hon. Todd Harper, Chairman of the National Credit Union Administration, and Hon. Glen Smith, Chairman of the Farm Credit Administration - As Inflation Soars, Thune, Boozman Lead Colleagues in Standing up for Farmers and Ranchers Sen. John Thune, ...
Dec. 16, 2021 Letter to Hon. Charles Rettig, Commissioner Internal Revenue Service - Finance Republicans Raise Privacy Concerns with IRS Collaboration Sen. John Thune, ...
Dec. 15, 2021 Senate Passes NDAA, Including Rounds' South Dakota Priorities Sen. Mike Rounds
Dec. 15, 2021 Tweet - "The Senate just passed #NDAA to fund our military. I was proud to vote yes in support of our troops and the many big wins for South Dakota, including B-21 construction at Ellsworth Air Force Base." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 14, 2021 Thune, Smith, Rounds, Tester Introduce Legislation to Encourage Homeownership Across Indian Country Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 14, 2021 Tweet - "Great to catch up with Krystil Smit, executive director of @SDFarmBureau . We talked about everything from priorities for the next farm bill to ways to help ensure our cattle producers get a fair shake from meatpackers." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 14, 2021 Thune, Smith Bill to Provide Financial Stability to Federally Impacted School Districts Unanimously Passes Senate Sen. John Thune, ...
Dec. 13, 2021 Letter to President Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Blackburn, Daines, Colleagues Push Biden To Reverse Vaccine Mandate For Truckers Crossing The Northern Border Sen. John Thune, ...
Dec. 10, 2021 Letter to Tom Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture - Luján, Thune Lead Fight For Cattle Producers, Demand Halt of Brazilian Fresh Beef Imports Sen. John Thune, ...
Dec. 9, 2021 Tweet - "President Biden made his attitude toward conventional energy production clear on day one when he canceled Keystone XL. Since then, his admin has tried to make it more expensive & more difficult to develop our abundant energy resources. No surprise that costs have risen." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 8, 2021 Tweet - "Every Senate Republican just stood up against President Biden's overbearing vaccine mandate on American workers. The measure passed w/ bipartisan support, but President Biden is still expected to veto it & continue his heavy-handed, government-knows-best strategy." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 8, 2021 Tweet - "Washington bureaucrats have no business slapping heavy-handed mandates on private companies or infringing on Americans' freedoms & privacy. I encourage everyone to get vaccinated, but I DO NOT support Biden's vaccine mandates on American workers. My vote today will reflect that." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 8, 2021 JOHNSON'S "CATTLE CONTRACT LIBRARY" PASSES THE U.S. HOUSE Rep. Dusty Johnson
Dec. 7, 2021 Tweet - "The admin's failed attempt to play both sides of this issue means another gut punch to the biofuel industry. Attempting to soften the blow of today's announcement with a slight increase in future volumes & delayed congressional assistance for biofuels from @USDA falls very short." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 7, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - SOUTH DAKOTA EMPLOYERS TO WHITE HOUSE: VACCINE MANDATES WILL CAUSE SERIOUS WORKFORCE PROBLEMS Rep. Dusty Johnson
Dec. 7, 2021 Tweet - "The cowardly attack on Pearl Harbor led the U.S. into a war that would later define a generation of Americans. We'll never forget the lives lost or the brave Americans who raced to enemy shores to defend freedom. Tribute to Sen. Dole, Marcella LeBeau, & the Greatest Generation." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 5, 2021 Tweet - "Senator Bob Dole was a distinguished statesman & WWII hero who truly lived a life of purpose in service to our country. America is a better place because of his many contributions. Kimberley and I are sending prayers to Elizabeth and his entire family." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 2, 2021 Tweet - "The @EPA has again missed the deadline for issuing the 2022 RFS blending requirements. Rumored plans to retroactively reduce RVOs would jeopardize the livelihoods of biofuel producers & farmers across the heartland. Producers need certainty NOW. https://rfdtv.com/story/45259950/south-dakota-senator-expresses-disappointment-over-biofuel-blending-obligations" Sen. John Thune
Dec. 2, 2021 Letter to Hon. Zach Ducheneaux, Administrator U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency - Help for MN Livestock Producers Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 1, 2021 Tweet - "Glad to see @USDA is implementing my recommendation to remove the Nov 1 restriction for haying or grazing cover crops on prevented plant acres. This common-sense change will help level the playing field for farmers in northern states like South Dakota." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 30, 2021 Tweet - ". @SecretaryPete , do you mean families who *can afford to* buy electric vehicles? This couldn't be more out of touch. Gas prices are at a 7-yr high and the Biden administration thinks that radical "Green New Deal" policies are the solution." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 23, 2021 Letter to Hon. Ron Wyden, Chairman Senate Committee on Finance; Hon. Mike Crapo, Ranking Member Senate Committee on Finance - Grassley, Casey, Blackburn Lead 38 Colleagues In Push To Fix Tax Treatment Of Pandemic Aid For Passenger Vehicle Industry Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Nov. 22, 2021 Tweet - "It was great meeting with Tim Meagher from Vanguard Hospitality today. We talked about ways to increase opportunities for our farmers and ranchers & the importance of partnerships. Thanks for stopping by." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 19, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Tom Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture - Hagerty, Colleagues Press Usda to Drop Vaccine Mandate for Employees, Ensure Timely Services for Farmers and Ranchers Sen. John Thune, ...
Nov. 19, 2021 Tweet - "Glad for the chance to speak at the @SDFarmBureau convention today. I gave an update on how Republicans are sounding the alarm about Democrats' reckless tax-and-spending bill & spoke about goals for the next #FarmBill to support S.D. ag." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 18, 2021 Collins, Colleagues File Challenge to Vaccine Mandate for Businesses Sen. John Thune, ...
Nov. 17, 2021 Thune: Democrats' Inflation Will Make Thanksgiving the Most Expensive in History Sen. John Thune
Nov. 17, 2021 Letter to Hon. Marty Walsh, Secretary US Dept. of Labor - Address Supply Chain Crisis Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Nov. 17, 2021 Tweet - "We're in for one of the most expensive Thanksgivings ever. Compared to last year… (Money bag)Turkey is up 18% (Chart with upwards trend) Gas prices are at a 7-year high (Warning sign) Cost to heat SD homes is expected to increase 50% to 100% Biden's #BuildBackBroker socialist spending plan would push inflation even higher." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 17, 2021 Tweet - "I had a good meeting with SD farmer & @ASA_Soybeans President Kevin Scott yesterday. Soybeans are a critical crop for South Dakota, and Kevin is a great advocate for soybean farmers and all of SD agriculture." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 16, 2021 Tweet - "Had a surprise guest at my meeting on renewable energy with former @SDGovDaugaard . I told @Max_Scherzer we'll be crossing our fingers for him tomorrow when they announce the #CyYoung winner." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 15, 2021 Letter to Hon. Louis DeJoy, Postmaster General of the United States - USPS Expand into Banking Sen. John Thune, ...
Nov. 10, 2021 Tweet - "Had a great time at the Midwest Agriculture Export Summit where I talked with South Dakotans about the upcoming farm bill & answered their questions about my work to support #SDag. Plus, I got to take a look at the new @RosenbauerUS all-electric fire truck." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 8, 2021 Letter to The Honorable Kiran Ahuja, Director of Office of Personnel Management; The Honorable Shalanda D. Young, Acting Director of Office of Management and Budget; The Honorable Robin Carnahan, Administrator of General Services Administration Sen. John Thune, ...
Nov. 8, 2021 Letter to General Mark A. Milley, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff - Challenging 'Woke' Agenda in Military Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Nov. 8, 2021 Tweet - "Had a good meeting with folks from @_MonumentHealth Custer Hospital. This facility and its dedicated health care professionals provide lifesaving care to people in the community and the surrounding area. Thanks for all you do." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 5, 2021 Thune Opposes Biden Vaccine Mandate, Moves to Nullify It Sen. John Thune
Date Title Politician
Feb. 7, 2022 Letter to Hon. Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority, Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Minority Leader, Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Tillis Calls for Extension of Pandemic Telehealth Expansion Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 7, 2022 Letter to Hon. Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader, Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Minority Leader, Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Blackburn, Colleagues Call for Extension of Pandemic Telehealth Expansion Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 4, 2022 Tweet - "Spoke with @sdsoybean about my support for biofuels, the effects of inflation on ag, and my recently introduced shipping reform bill. It would improve access to shipping containers and help expand foreign markets for S.D. soybeans & other goods." Sen.John Thune
Feb. 4, 2022 Pump the Brakes, Sec. Buttigieg! Rep.Dusty Johnson
Feb. 4, 2022 Rounds Issues Statement on JBS Price Fixing Settlement Sen.Mike Rounds
Feb. 4, 2022 Letter to Hon Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader, Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, Hon. Mitch McConnell, and Senate Minority Leader and Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Heinrich Calls For Extension Of Telehealth Expansion Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 3, 2022 Thune, Klobuchar Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Ease Export Shipping Backlogs, Boost U.S. Exports Sen.John Thune, ...
Feb. 3, 2022 Thune, Casey Introduce Legislation to Permanently Extend Liability Coverage to Health Professional Volunteers Sen.John Thune, ...
Feb. 2, 2022 Senate VA Committee Unanimously Passes Legislation to Provide Health Care for Post-9/11 Toxic-Exposed Veterans Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 2, 2022 Tweet - "Biofuels... -drive rural economic opportunity -lower gas prices -reduce greenhouse gas emissions -increase consumer choice -strengthen our energy security Biden's @EPA must live up to its pledge to restore integrity, stability, & growth to the RFS. My letter to @EPAMichaelRegan 👇🏻" Sen.John Thune
Feb. 1, 2022 Letter to Hon. Chuck Schumer, Senate Majority Leader; Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Minority Leader; Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Minority Leader - LUMMIS CALLS FOR EXTENSION OF EXPANDED TELEHEALTH SERVICES Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Jan. 31, 2022 Letter to Hon. Michael Regan, Administrator of the EPA - Klobuchar, Grassley Lead Bipartisan Group of Colleagues in Letter Urging Biden Administration to Prioritize Renewable Fuel Standard Sen.John Thune, ...
Jan. 28, 2022 Tweet: Agriculture is the lifeblood & economic engine of South Dakota. That's why supporting farmers and ranchers is a top priority for me. I spoke about my commitment to SD ag at tonight's @NewsCenter1 Boots & Suits dinner. Sen.John Thune
Jan. 28, 2022 Letter to Hon. Charles Shumer, Senate Majority Leader, Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Minority Leader, Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, and Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Warner, Colleagues Call for Extension of Expanded Telehealth Services Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Jan. 28, 2022 Letter to the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Majority Leader, Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Minority Leader, Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Schatz, Wicker Lead Group Of 45 Lawmakers In Calling For Extension Of Pandemic Telehealth Expansion Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Jan. 27, 2022 ICYMI: Pappas Helps Introduce the Campus Prevention and Recovery Services for Students Act Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 26, 2022 Tweet: As of today, the unconstitutional federal vaccine mandate for private sector workers is withdrawn -- a huge win for personal freedom. I've strongly opposed this counterproductive gov't overreach from day one and will continue to empower South Dakotans to make their own decisions. Sen.John Thune
Jan. 26, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Lofgren, Panetta, Costa & Bipartisan Colleagues Urge Biden Admin to Take Further Action to Ease Supply Chain Problems, Allow American Farmers to Fairly Compete Globally Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 25, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Hinson Calls on Administration to Rescind Executive Order Requiring Federal Agencies to Purchase "Zero Emission" Vehicles Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 25, 2022 Letter to the United States Senate - Finance Committee Republicans: EV Provisions Unfairly Favor Certain Companies, Hurt American Workers, and Undermine America's Trade Interests Sen.John Thune, ...
Jan. 25, 2022 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Romney Joins Effort to Protect Faith-Based Child Welfare Providers Sen.John Thune, ...
Jan. 24, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Costa calls on Biden to take further action on supply chain crisis Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 21, 2022 Letter to Xavier Becerra, Secretary U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Spanberger to HHS: Hold Drug Companies Accountable for Breaking the Law, Crack Down on Illegal Price Hikes Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Letter to Secretary Xavier Becerra, Department of Human & Health Services- Wicker, Hyde-Smith Call for Unmasking of America's Children Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House - Rogers, Colleagues Express Outrage Over Taxpayer Dollars Being Used to Buy Made-In-China Masks Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 20, 2022 Letter to Xavier Becerra, Secretary of Health & Human Services - Thune Leads Colleagues in Protecting Toddlers from Mask Mandates Sen.John Thune, ...
Jan. 13, 2022 Thune Applauds Supreme Court's Decision to Halt Vaccine Mandate on Private Sector Employers Sen.John Thune
Jan. 13, 2022 JOHNSON STATEMENT ON SCOTUS VACCINE MANDATE RULING Rep.Dusty Johnson
Jan. 13, 2022 Letter to Hon. Katherine Tai, US Trade Representative, and Hon. Tom Vilsack, US Secretary of Agriculture - Rep. Mann Urges U.S. to Hold India Accountable on Trade Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 13, 2022 Letter to Hon. Miguel Cardona, Secretary of Dept. of Education - Sen. Johnson Joins Sen. Scott, Colleagues in Demanding Answers from Sec. Cardona on Plan to Label Parents "Domestic Terrorists" Sen.John Thune, ...
Jan. 12, 2022 Tweet: Today's ruling sends a loud and clear message to the Biden administration: In this country, the unlawful use of the heavy hand of the federal government will not be tolerated. The federal government should not have the authority to force private citizens to get the vaccine. Sen.John Thune
Jan. 11, 2022 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Booker Joins Bipartisan Group of Senators in Urging President Biden to Make Clear That U.S. Stands With Eastern European Allies in the Face of Putin's Aggression Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 30, 2021 Reps. Allen, Stefanik, Foxx, Banks, Sen. Braun Lead Opposition to Biden Vaccine Mandate in Upcoming SCOTUS Case Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Dec. 28, 2021 Letter to Hon. Xavier Becerra, Secretary Dept. of Health and Human Services; Hon. Martin Wals, Secretary US Dept. of Labor; Hon. Janet Yellen, Secretary US Dept. of the Treasury - MARSHALL AND CASSIDY LEAD COLLEAGUES IN URGING ADMINISTRATION TO IMPLEMENT SURPRISE MEDICAL BILLING LAW ACCORDING TO CONGRESSIONAL INTENT Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 23, 2021 Letter to Hon. Janet Yellen, Secretary of the Treasury - Portman, Senate Finance Republicans Demand Treasury Analysis of OECD Agreement Sen.John Thune, ...
Dec. 21, 2021 Letter to Hon. Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State; Hon. Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security - Visa Processing to Address Farm Labor Shortages Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Dec. 19, 2021 Tweet - "I'm sad to hear about the passing of my friend, Senator Johnny Isakson. Johnny always said there are two kinds of people in the world: friends and future friends. It says everything you need to know about him. Kimberley and I are keeping his family in our prayers." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 17, 2021 SOUTH DAKOTA CATTLE GROUPS SUPPORT JOHNSON'S "CATTLE CONTRACT LIBRARY" Rep.Dusty Johnson
Dec. 16, 2021 Letter to Hon. Jerome Powell, Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, Hon. Jelena McWilliams, Chairman of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, Hon. Michael Hsu, Acting Comptroller of the Currency, Hon. Todd Harper, Chairman of the National Credit Union Administration, and Hon. Glen Smith, Chairman of the Farm Credit Administration - As Inflation Soars, Thune, Boozman Lead Colleagues in Standing up for Farmers and Ranchers Sen.John Thune, ...
Dec. 16, 2021 Letter to Hon. Charles Rettig, Commissioner Internal Revenue Service - Finance Republicans Raise Privacy Concerns with IRS Collaboration Sen.John Thune, ...
Dec. 15, 2021 Senate Passes NDAA, Including Rounds' South Dakota Priorities Sen.Mike Rounds
Dec. 15, 2021 Tweet - "The Senate just passed #NDAA to fund our military. I was proud to vote yes in support of our troops and the many big wins for South Dakota, including B-21 construction at Ellsworth Air Force Base." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 14, 2021 Thune, Smith, Rounds, Tester Introduce Legislation to Encourage Homeownership Across Indian Country Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 14, 2021 Tweet - "Great to catch up with Krystil Smit, executive director of @SDFarmBureau . We talked about everything from priorities for the next farm bill to ways to help ensure our cattle producers get a fair shake from meatpackers." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 14, 2021 Thune, Smith Bill to Provide Financial Stability to Federally Impacted School Districts Unanimously Passes Senate Sen.John Thune, ...
Dec. 13, 2021 Letter to President Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - Blackburn, Daines, Colleagues Push Biden To Reverse Vaccine Mandate For Truckers Crossing The Northern Border Sen.John Thune, ...
Dec. 10, 2021 Letter to Tom Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture - Luján, Thune Lead Fight For Cattle Producers, Demand Halt of Brazilian Fresh Beef Imports Sen.John Thune, ...
Dec. 9, 2021 Tweet - "President Biden made his attitude toward conventional energy production clear on day one when he canceled Keystone XL. Since then, his admin has tried to make it more expensive & more difficult to develop our abundant energy resources. No surprise that costs have risen." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 8, 2021 Tweet - "Every Senate Republican just stood up against President Biden's overbearing vaccine mandate on American workers. The measure passed w/ bipartisan support, but President Biden is still expected to veto it & continue his heavy-handed, government-knows-best strategy." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 8, 2021 Tweet - "Washington bureaucrats have no business slapping heavy-handed mandates on private companies or infringing on Americans' freedoms & privacy. I encourage everyone to get vaccinated, but I DO NOT support Biden's vaccine mandates on American workers. My vote today will reflect that." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 8, 2021 JOHNSON'S "CATTLE CONTRACT LIBRARY" PASSES THE U.S. HOUSE Rep.Dusty Johnson
Dec. 7, 2021 Tweet - "The admin's failed attempt to play both sides of this issue means another gut punch to the biofuel industry. Attempting to soften the blow of today's announcement with a slight increase in future volumes & delayed congressional assistance for biofuels from @USDA falls very short." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 7, 2021 Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States of America - SOUTH DAKOTA EMPLOYERS TO WHITE HOUSE: VACCINE MANDATES WILL CAUSE SERIOUS WORKFORCE PROBLEMS Rep.Dusty Johnson
Dec. 7, 2021 Tweet - "The cowardly attack on Pearl Harbor led the U.S. into a war that would later define a generation of Americans. We'll never forget the lives lost or the brave Americans who raced to enemy shores to defend freedom. Tribute to Sen. Dole, Marcella LeBeau, & the Greatest Generation." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 5, 2021 Tweet - "Senator Bob Dole was a distinguished statesman & WWII hero who truly lived a life of purpose in service to our country. America is a better place because of his many contributions. Kimberley and I are sending prayers to Elizabeth and his entire family." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 2, 2021 Tweet - "The @EPA has again missed the deadline for issuing the 2022 RFS blending requirements. Rumored plans to retroactively reduce RVOs would jeopardize the livelihoods of biofuel producers & farmers across the heartland. Producers need certainty NOW. https://rfdtv.com/story/45259950/south-dakota-senator-expresses-disappointment-over-biofuel-blending-obligations" Sen.John Thune
Dec. 2, 2021 Letter to Hon. Zach Ducheneaux, Administrator U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency - Help for MN Livestock Producers Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 1, 2021 Tweet - "Glad to see @USDA is implementing my recommendation to remove the Nov 1 restriction for haying or grazing cover crops on prevented plant acres. This common-sense change will help level the playing field for farmers in northern states like South Dakota." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 30, 2021 Tweet - ". @SecretaryPete , do you mean families who *can afford to* buy electric vehicles? This couldn't be more out of touch. Gas prices are at a 7-yr high and the Biden administration thinks that radical "Green New Deal" policies are the solution." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 23, 2021 Letter to Hon. Ron Wyden, Chairman Senate Committee on Finance; Hon. Mike Crapo, Ranking Member Senate Committee on Finance - Grassley, Casey, Blackburn Lead 38 Colleagues In Push To Fix Tax Treatment Of Pandemic Aid For Passenger Vehicle Industry Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Nov. 22, 2021 Tweet - "It was great meeting with Tim Meagher from Vanguard Hospitality today. We talked about ways to increase opportunities for our farmers and ranchers & the importance of partnerships. Thanks for stopping by." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 19, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Tom Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture - Hagerty, Colleagues Press Usda to Drop Vaccine Mandate for Employees, Ensure Timely Services for Farmers and Ranchers Sen.John Thune, ...
Nov. 19, 2021 Tweet - "Glad for the chance to speak at the @SDFarmBureau convention today. I gave an update on how Republicans are sounding the alarm about Democrats' reckless tax-and-spending bill & spoke about goals for the next #FarmBill to support S.D. ag." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 18, 2021 Collins, Colleagues File Challenge to Vaccine Mandate for Businesses Sen.John Thune, ...
Nov. 17, 2021 Thune: Democrats' Inflation Will Make Thanksgiving the Most Expensive in History Sen.John Thune
Nov. 17, 2021 Letter to Hon. Marty Walsh, Secretary US Dept. of Labor - Address Supply Chain Crisis Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Nov. 17, 2021 Tweet - "We're in for one of the most expensive Thanksgivings ever. Compared to last year… (Money bag)Turkey is up 18% (Chart with upwards trend) Gas prices are at a 7-year high (Warning sign) Cost to heat SD homes is expected to increase 50% to 100% Biden's #BuildBackBroker socialist spending plan would push inflation even higher." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 17, 2021 Tweet - "I had a good meeting with SD farmer & @ASA_Soybeans President Kevin Scott yesterday. Soybeans are a critical crop for South Dakota, and Kevin is a great advocate for soybean farmers and all of SD agriculture." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 16, 2021 Tweet - "Had a surprise guest at my meeting on renewable energy with former @SDGovDaugaard . I told @Max_Scherzer we'll be crossing our fingers for him tomorrow when they announce the #CyYoung winner." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 15, 2021 Letter to Hon. Louis DeJoy, Postmaster General of the United States - USPS Expand into Banking Sen.John Thune, ...
Nov. 10, 2021 Tweet - "Had a great time at the Midwest Agriculture Export Summit where I talked with South Dakotans about the upcoming farm bill & answered their questions about my work to support #SDag. Plus, I got to take a look at the new @RosenbauerUS all-electric fire truck." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 8, 2021 Letter to The Honorable Kiran Ahuja, Director of Office of Personnel Management; The Honorable Shalanda D. Young, Acting Director of Office of Management and Budget; The Honorable Robin Carnahan, Administrator of General Services Administration Sen.John Thune, ...
Nov. 8, 2021 Letter to General Mark A. Milley, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff - Challenging 'Woke' Agenda in Military Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Nov. 8, 2021 Tweet - "Had a good meeting with folks from @_MonumentHealth Custer Hospital. This facility and its dedicated health care professionals provide lifesaving care to people in the community and the surrounding area. Thanks for all you do." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 5, 2021 Thune Opposes Biden Vaccine Mandate, Moves to Nullify It Sen.John Thune
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