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Jan. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Farmers and ranchers in South Dakota and around the country have had a tough few years. It's past time to pass this trade deal. I will be voting yes on #USMCA, and I would encourage my colleagues on @SenFinance and in the U.S. Senate to do the same." Sen. John Thune
Jan. 7, 2020 Thune Statement on Finance Committee Passage of USMCA Sen. John Thune
Dec. 21, 2019 Tweet - "Beautiful SD day hunting with @SenatorRounds and @vthompsonvision." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 19, 2019 Rounds Statement on Final Ethanol Rule Sen. Mike Rounds
Dec. 19, 2019 Thune Statement on RFS Final Rule Sen. John Thune
Dec. 19, 2019 Johnson Statement on RFS Announcement Rep. Dusty Johnson
Dec. 19, 2019 Tweet - "The administration has committed to reaching 15 billion gallons of ethanol-blended fuel next year, and South Dakota will hold them to it. Read my full statement on the new RFS rule" Sen. John Thune
Dec. 17, 2019 Letter to Brigadier General Peter Helmlinger, Commander of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Northwestern Division - Noem, Rounds Request U.S Army Corps of Engineers Increase Missouri River Mainstem Dam Releases to Prepare for Spring Runoff Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 13, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mick Mulvaney, Director of the White House Office of Management and Budget, Lawrence Kudlow, Director of the National Economic Council, Hon. Andrew Wheeler Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Hon. Sonny Perdue Secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Hon. Dan Brouillette Secretary U.S. Department of Energy - King, Colleagues Urge EPA to Uphold RFS with Rule Ensuring 15 Billion Gallons Are Blended into Fuel Supply Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Dec. 11, 2019 Senate Advances Roberts, Peters, Thune, Bipartisan Bill to Ensure Representation for Agriculture, Forestry, and Rural Sectors on FAA's Drone Policy Board Sen. John Thune, ...
Dec. 11, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Pete Gaynor, Acting Admin. of the Federal Emergency Management Agency - Rounds Letter to FEMA Acting Administrator Gaynor Sen. Mike Rounds
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - ""Job Growth Bolsters Confidence" was the headline of the front-page story of the @WSJ this weekend. GOP policies like #TaxCuts have helped spur economic growth. Now, we're focused on #USMCA and ensuring that it's a win for our farmers & ranchers who've been struggling." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "My number one priority is ensuring #USMCA is a deal that's good for our farmers & ranchers. I look forward to reviewing the negotiated language closely." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "Proud to see Lynn receive this impressive and well-deserved honor. There may be someone out there who knows more about agriculture policy than Lynn, but if there is, I've yet to meet them. Very thankful for his hard work over the years and his many contributions to South Dakota." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "Thank you to Secretary Kelly Hepler of @SDGameFishParks for updating me on the important work you're doing for South Dakota." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 5, 2019 Tweet - "October's #JobsReport showed unemployment was at a low 3.6%. In contrast, in October 2011 - the same point in Obama's presidency - unemployment was at 9%. GOP policies like #TaxCuts have helped foster a strong labor market & higher wages, which continue to attract workers." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 4, 2019 Johnson Supports USDA Efforts To Encourage Employment Rep. Dusty Johnson
Dec. 4, 2019 Tweet - "#Japan just passed our U.S.-Japan trade deal -- great news for our farmers & ranchers. There is much more we still have to do to help expand markets for #AmericanGoods (#USMCA), but this is a good step for South Dakota producers." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 26, 2019 Upholding the Renewable Fuel Standard Sen. Mike Rounds
Nov. 22, 2019 Tweet - "Our farmers & ranchers, who wake up every morning and *do their job* to help feed the world, deserve far better than the empty promises, unending delays, and excuses coming from House Dems. They need #USMCAnow." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 22, 2019 Tweet - "Spoke at the Farm Bureau Convention this afternoon about the importance of passing #USMCA. The ball is in @SpeakerPelosi's court. I sincerely hope she reevaluates House priorities and puts USMCA up for a vote this year." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 21, 2019 Tweet - "Speaker Pelosi said House Democrats could "walk and chew gum at the same time." Guess not. Every day they delay, they hold America's farmers back." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "China's announcement that it's lifting a five-year ban on U.S. poultry products is significant. While this is good news, I'm hopeful the United States and China can reach a broader trade deal that will open more markets to additional U.S. producers." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 20, 2019 Merkley, Alexander, Carper, Rounds Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Create Monarch and Pollinator Highways Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Admin. of the Environmental Protection Agency - Sen. Cramer Joins Colleagues "in Calling on EPA to Provide Clarity on Biogenic Carbon Emissions" Sen. John Thune, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Delegation Applauds Administration's Decision to Grant Disaster Declaration For Southeast South Dakota Following September Flooding and Tornadoes Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Nov. 17, 2019 Dakota War College - The Work Goes On Sen. John Thune
Nov. 15, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Midwest Senators Renew RFS Recommendations to President Trump Sen. John Thune, ...
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Bass, a very good boy, is the recipient of the Animals in War and Peace Award and has earned lots of treats in his retirement. It was great meeting U.S. Marine SSgt Alex Schnell, Bass's handler, and his family earlier today. Thankful for Bass & the Schnell family's service. #MWD" Sen. John Thune
Nov. 14, 2019 Letter to Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Neil Chatterjee - Peterson Leads Letter on Midwest Propane Shortages Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "It's been almost a year since #USMCA was signed. It's up to @SpeakerPelosi to find a path forward on this largely #Bipartisan deal and bring it to a vote. The #USMCA is a win for American ag & workers in nearly every sector of our economy. They need #USMCAnow." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 13, 2019 United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement Sen. John Thune
Nov. 13, 2019 Several Thune-Supported Bills Head to Full Senate Sen. John Thune
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "This morning @SenateCommerce voted in favor of 3 bills I've led or cosponsored: LEGEND Act-- to improve weather forecasting models for farmers HACKED Act-- to boost our cybersecurity workforce READI Act-- to improve emergency alert systems Good to see real work getting done." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 9, 2019 Tweet - "Caught up this afternoon with old friends @SaxbyChambliss and @MLB great Todd Worrell. I've hunted quail with Saxby in Georgia. Great to see him take aim at some SD ring neck pheasants. #perfectday" Sen. John Thune
Nov. 7, 2019 Letter to Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of Environmental Protection Agency - Rounds Submits Letter to EPA on RFS Supplemental Rule Sen. Mike Rounds
Nov. 7, 2019 Tweet - "Renewable fuels support America's heartland and promote home-grown energy independence. @ChuckGrassley, @SenJoniErnst, @SenatorFischer, @SenatorRounds, @RoyBlunt, @SenatorBraun, and I are all in agreement: @EPAAWheeler must uphold the #RFS and give certainty to our producers." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 7, 2019 Rounds: During Meeting at White House Today, President Trump Re-Confirms his Commitment to Blending 15 Billion Gallons of Ethanol Annually Sen. Mike Rounds
Nov. 1, 2019 Only U.S. Beef Should be Labeled as a "Product of the U.S.A." Sen. Mike Rounds
Oct. 31, 2019 Letter to David Malpass, President of the World Bank - World Bank Must Embrace, Not Eliminate, Affordable Energy Resources Sen. John Thune, ...
Oct. 30, 2019 Tweet - "SD has been hit w/ disastrous storm after storm this year. Today, I'm joining @SenatorRounds & @DustyJohnson in urging the Admin to quickly approve @GovKristiNoem's major disaster declaration request to support SD communities as we continue to rebuild areas hit by severe weather." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 30, 2019 Letter to Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Department of Agriculture - Rounds, Thune Push to Keep Foreign Beef from Receiving "Product of the U.S.A." Label Sen. Mike Rounds
Oct. 30, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Delegation Urges Administration to Quickly Approve South Dakota Disaster Declaration Sen. John Thune, ...
Oct. 28, 2019 Johnson Introduces Bill to Require Analysis of Added CFTC Regulations Rep. Dusty Johnson
Oct. 27, 2019 South Dakota War College - There's No Place I'd Rather Be Sen. John Thune
Oct. 23, 2019 Johnson Statement on House Energy and Commerce Hearing on EPA Refinery Exemptions Rep. Dusty Johnson
Oct. 23, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture - Bennet, Bipartisan Colleagues Urge USDA to Prioritize Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) State Acres for Wildlife Enhancement Sen. John Thune, ...
Oct. 21, 2019 Cheney Joins Johnson, Lucas To Introduce The Livestock Risk Management And Education Act Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Oct. 21, 2019 Letter to Hon Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the United States Department of Agriculture - Klobuchar, Thune Lead Colleagues in Urging Department of Agriculture to Prioritize Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) State Acres for Wildlife Enhancement Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Oct. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Farmers & ranchers had some good news on the trade front in recent weeks with the signing of a trade deal with Japan, but we still have more work to do to expand markets. We should start by passing #USMCA." Sen. John Thune
Date Title Politician
Jan. 7, 2020 Tweet - "Farmers and ranchers in South Dakota and around the country have had a tough few years. It's past time to pass this trade deal. I will be voting yes on #USMCA, and I would encourage my colleagues on @SenFinance and in the U.S. Senate to do the same." Sen.John Thune
Jan. 7, 2020 Thune Statement on Finance Committee Passage of USMCA Sen.John Thune
Dec. 21, 2019 Tweet - "Beautiful SD day hunting with @SenatorRounds and @vthompsonvision." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 19, 2019 Rounds Statement on Final Ethanol Rule Sen.Mike Rounds
Dec. 19, 2019 Thune Statement on RFS Final Rule Sen.John Thune
Dec. 19, 2019 Johnson Statement on RFS Announcement Rep.Dusty Johnson
Dec. 19, 2019 Tweet - "The administration has committed to reaching 15 billion gallons of ethanol-blended fuel next year, and South Dakota will hold them to it. Read my full statement on the new RFS rule" Sen.John Thune
Dec. 17, 2019 Letter to Brigadier General Peter Helmlinger, Commander of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Northwestern Division - Noem, Rounds Request U.S Army Corps of Engineers Increase Missouri River Mainstem Dam Releases to Prepare for Spring Runoff Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 13, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Mick Mulvaney, Director of the White House Office of Management and Budget, Lawrence Kudlow, Director of the National Economic Council, Hon. Andrew Wheeler Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Hon. Sonny Perdue Secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Hon. Dan Brouillette Secretary U.S. Department of Energy - King, Colleagues Urge EPA to Uphold RFS with Rule Ensuring 15 Billion Gallons Are Blended into Fuel Supply Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Dec. 11, 2019 Senate Advances Roberts, Peters, Thune, Bipartisan Bill to Ensure Representation for Agriculture, Forestry, and Rural Sectors on FAA's Drone Policy Board Sen.John Thune, ...
Dec. 11, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Pete Gaynor, Acting Admin. of the Federal Emergency Management Agency - Rounds Letter to FEMA Acting Administrator Gaynor Sen.Mike Rounds
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - ""Job Growth Bolsters Confidence" was the headline of the front-page story of the @WSJ this weekend. GOP policies like #TaxCuts have helped spur economic growth. Now, we're focused on #USMCA and ensuring that it's a win for our farmers & ranchers who've been struggling." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "My number one priority is ensuring #USMCA is a deal that's good for our farmers & ranchers. I look forward to reviewing the negotiated language closely." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "Proud to see Lynn receive this impressive and well-deserved honor. There may be someone out there who knows more about agriculture policy than Lynn, but if there is, I've yet to meet them. Very thankful for his hard work over the years and his many contributions to South Dakota." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 10, 2019 Tweet - "Thank you to Secretary Kelly Hepler of @SDGameFishParks for updating me on the important work you're doing for South Dakota." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 5, 2019 Tweet - "October's #JobsReport showed unemployment was at a low 3.6%. In contrast, in October 2011 - the same point in Obama's presidency - unemployment was at 9%. GOP policies like #TaxCuts have helped foster a strong labor market & higher wages, which continue to attract workers." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 4, 2019 Johnson Supports USDA Efforts To Encourage Employment Rep.Dusty Johnson
Dec. 4, 2019 Tweet - "#Japan just passed our U.S.-Japan trade deal -- great news for our farmers & ranchers. There is much more we still have to do to help expand markets for #AmericanGoods (#USMCA), but this is a good step for South Dakota producers." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 26, 2019 Upholding the Renewable Fuel Standard Sen.Mike Rounds
Nov. 22, 2019 Tweet - "Our farmers & ranchers, who wake up every morning and *do their job* to help feed the world, deserve far better than the empty promises, unending delays, and excuses coming from House Dems. They need #USMCAnow." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 22, 2019 Tweet - "Spoke at the Farm Bureau Convention this afternoon about the importance of passing #USMCA. The ball is in @SpeakerPelosi's court. I sincerely hope she reevaluates House priorities and puts USMCA up for a vote this year." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 21, 2019 Tweet - "Speaker Pelosi said House Democrats could "walk and chew gum at the same time." Guess not. Every day they delay, they hold America's farmers back." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 20, 2019 Tweet - "China's announcement that it's lifting a five-year ban on U.S. poultry products is significant. While this is good news, I'm hopeful the United States and China can reach a broader trade deal that will open more markets to additional U.S. producers." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 20, 2019 Merkley, Alexander, Carper, Rounds Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Create Monarch and Pollinator Highways Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Admin. of the Environmental Protection Agency - Sen. Cramer Joins Colleagues "in Calling on EPA to Provide Clarity on Biogenic Carbon Emissions" Sen.John Thune, ...
Nov. 18, 2019 Delegation Applauds Administration's Decision to Grant Disaster Declaration For Southeast South Dakota Following September Flooding and Tornadoes Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Nov. 17, 2019 Dakota War College - The Work Goes On Sen.John Thune
Nov. 15, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Midwest Senators Renew RFS Recommendations to President Trump Sen.John Thune, ...
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "Bass, a very good boy, is the recipient of the Animals in War and Peace Award and has earned lots of treats in his retirement. It was great meeting U.S. Marine SSgt Alex Schnell, Bass's handler, and his family earlier today. Thankful for Bass & the Schnell family's service. #MWD" Sen.John Thune
Nov. 14, 2019 Letter to Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Neil Chatterjee - Peterson Leads Letter on Midwest Propane Shortages Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Nov. 14, 2019 Tweet - "It's been almost a year since #USMCA was signed. It's up to @SpeakerPelosi to find a path forward on this largely #Bipartisan deal and bring it to a vote. The #USMCA is a win for American ag & workers in nearly every sector of our economy. They need #USMCAnow." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 13, 2019 United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement Sen.John Thune
Nov. 13, 2019 Several Thune-Supported Bills Head to Full Senate Sen.John Thune
Nov. 13, 2019 Tweet - "This morning @SenateCommerce voted in favor of 3 bills I've led or cosponsored: LEGEND Act-- to improve weather forecasting models for farmers HACKED Act-- to boost our cybersecurity workforce READI Act-- to improve emergency alert systems Good to see real work getting done." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 9, 2019 Tweet - "Caught up this afternoon with old friends @SaxbyChambliss and @MLB great Todd Worrell. I've hunted quail with Saxby in Georgia. Great to see him take aim at some SD ring neck pheasants. #perfectday" Sen.John Thune
Nov. 7, 2019 Letter to Hon. Andrew Wheeler, Administrator of Environmental Protection Agency - Rounds Submits Letter to EPA on RFS Supplemental Rule Sen.Mike Rounds
Nov. 7, 2019 Tweet - "Renewable fuels support America's heartland and promote home-grown energy independence. @ChuckGrassley, @SenJoniErnst, @SenatorFischer, @SenatorRounds, @RoyBlunt, @SenatorBraun, and I are all in agreement: @EPAAWheeler must uphold the #RFS and give certainty to our producers." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 7, 2019 Rounds: During Meeting at White House Today, President Trump Re-Confirms his Commitment to Blending 15 Billion Gallons of Ethanol Annually Sen.Mike Rounds
Nov. 1, 2019 Only U.S. Beef Should be Labeled as a "Product of the U.S.A." Sen.Mike Rounds
Oct. 31, 2019 Letter to David Malpass, President of the World Bank - World Bank Must Embrace, Not Eliminate, Affordable Energy Resources Sen.John Thune, ...
Oct. 30, 2019 Tweet - "SD has been hit w/ disastrous storm after storm this year. Today, I'm joining @SenatorRounds & @DustyJohnson in urging the Admin to quickly approve @GovKristiNoem's major disaster declaration request to support SD communities as we continue to rebuild areas hit by severe weather." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 30, 2019 Letter to Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Department of Agriculture - Rounds, Thune Push to Keep Foreign Beef from Receiving "Product of the U.S.A." Label Sen.Mike Rounds
Oct. 30, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Delegation Urges Administration to Quickly Approve South Dakota Disaster Declaration Sen.John Thune, ...
Oct. 28, 2019 Johnson Introduces Bill to Require Analysis of Added CFTC Regulations Rep.Dusty Johnson
Oct. 27, 2019 South Dakota War College - There's No Place I'd Rather Be Sen.John Thune
Oct. 23, 2019 Johnson Statement on House Energy and Commerce Hearing on EPA Refinery Exemptions Rep.Dusty Johnson
Oct. 23, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture - Bennet, Bipartisan Colleagues Urge USDA to Prioritize Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) State Acres for Wildlife Enhancement Sen.John Thune, ...
Oct. 21, 2019 Cheney Joins Johnson, Lucas To Introduce The Livestock Risk Management And Education Act Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Oct. 21, 2019 Letter to Hon Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the United States Department of Agriculture - Klobuchar, Thune Lead Colleagues in Urging Department of Agriculture to Prioritize Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) State Acres for Wildlife Enhancement Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Oct. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Farmers & ranchers had some good news on the trade front in recent weeks with the signing of a trade deal with Japan, but we still have more work to do to expand markets. We should start by passing #USMCA." Sen.John Thune
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