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March 29, 2022
Tweet - "Sat down with folks from @SDRuralWater this afternoon. I appreciate everything they do to ensure South Dakotans have access to a clean, reliable water supply."
Sen. John Thune
March 25, 2022
Tweet - "The next farm bill is coming soon, & as always, it will be a top priority for me. I sat down with ag industry experts today in Sioux Falls to hear their priorities for #FarmBill2023. Input from SD ag is my #1 guide as we work on this bill. Thank you to everyone who participated!"
Sen. John Thune
March 22, 2022
Thune-Klobuchar Proposal Would Strengthen and Improve Conservation Reserve Program
Sen. John Thune
March 22, 2022
Tweet - "Biden needs to: - end his assault on American oil & gas production - leverage biofuels & allow the sale of E15 year-round - invest in all-the-above energy technologies that are available NOW - expand his focus beyond EVs"
Sen. John Thune
March 22, 2022
Tweet - "If reports are accurate, the WH considered having the IRS mail people gas cards -- yet another round of stimulus. Dumping money into the economy like that is exactly what got us into this inflation crisis in the first place. We need real solutions. ‼American-made energy‼"
Sen. John Thune
March 22, 2022
Tweet - "South Dakota producers are some of the hardest working people I know. For them farming & ranching isn't just an occupation, it's a way of life -- something that we are extremely proud of in South Dakota. Thank you to all the American farmers & ranchers who feed the world. #AgDay22"
Sen. John Thune
March 18, 2022
Letter to Jason Kearns, Chair of the International Trade Commission - Grassley, Colleagues Urge Immediate Action To Bring Down Fertilizer Costs
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
March 16, 2022
Tweet - "One more time for the people at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue: Energy security is national security."
Sen. John Thune
March 16, 2022
Tweet - "Had a good meeting with the South Dakota sheep growers this afternoon. They told me an interesting fact: The U.S. military is the biggest consumer of American wool -- using around 20% of the U.S. wool clip to make uniforms for our troops."
Sen. John Thune
March 16, 2022
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Hoeven Urges Administration to Take Immediate Action to Lower Cost of Fertilizer
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
March 16, 2022
Letter to Tom Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture - Johnson to USDA: Provide Certainty to Producers
Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
March 16, 2022
Thune: It's Time for Biden to Prioritize American Energy Independence, Increase Biofuel Blending
Sen. John Thune
March 15, 2022
Tweet - ". @PressSec says #E15 is "in the menu of options" 🚩🚩🚩 In the menu of options? Allowing year-round #E15 is an immediate step Biden can (and should) take to help lower gas prices for Americans. Rs and Ds agree & have urged the WH to do so. What's the hold-up?"
Sen. John Thune
March 15, 2022
Thune, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Improve Tornado Forecasting
Sen. John Thune
March 15, 2022
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Tillis Calls on Biden Administration to Take Action to Lower Record-High Fertilizer Prices
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
March 15, 2022
Letter to Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Hagerty, Colleagues Call on Biden Administration to Take Action to Lower Record-High Fertilizer Prices
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
March 15, 2022
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Daines Calls on Biden to Reduce High Fertilizer Costs for Montana Farmers, Increase U.S. Oil & Gas Production
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
March 10, 2022
Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Grassley, Colleagues Urge Biden To Permit E15 Sales Year-Round, Restore American Energy Independence
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
March 9, 2022
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Sen. Cramer, Colleagues Push Utilization of E15, Restoration of American Energy Independence
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
March 9, 2022
Letter to Hon. Janet Yellen, Secretary of the Treasury - Tillis Calls on Biden Administration to Pause Financial Regulatory Efforts That Threaten America's Energy Security
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
March 8, 2022
Tweet - "Appreciated the opportunity to meet with folks from @bhenergy this afternoon. It was a timely conversation as Americans face increasing concerns around energy security and affordability."
Sen. John Thune
March 8, 2022
Tweet - "Reduce dependence on foreign energy. Stop prioritizing imports from countries run by bad actors. Invest in American energy. Achieve energy independence."
Sen. John Thune
March 8, 2022
Letter to Hon. Janet Yellen, Secretary of the Treasury - Sen. Cramer, Banking Republicans Call on Biden Administration to Pause Financial Regulatory Efforts That Threaten America's Energy Security
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
March 7, 2022
Tweet - "Not Russian energy. Not Iranian energy. Not Venezuelan energy. Mr. President, why not try American energy?"
Sen. John Thune
March 7, 2022
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Tillis Pushes for Expanded Domestic Energy Production Amid Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
March 4, 2022
Johnson Supports "American Energy Independence From Russia Act"
Rep. Dusty Johnson
March 4, 2022
Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Portman, Colleagues Push for Expanded Domestic Energy Production in Letter to President Biden
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
March 3, 2022
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Sen. Cramer, Colleagues Demand Biden Change Course on Failing Energy Policy as Prices Skyrocket at Home and Putin is Emboldened
Sen. John Thune, ...
March 3, 2022
Hearing of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee - Opening Statement of Sen. Thune, Hearing on the Ocean Shipping Reform Act
Sen. John Thune
March 3, 2022
Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Young, Senators Push For Expanded Domestic Energy Production In Letter To President Biden
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
March 2, 2022
Letter to Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Blackburn, Colleagues Demand Biden Change Course On Failing Energy Policy As Prices Skyrocket At Home And Putin Defies Global Outcry
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
March 2, 2022
Tweet - "Joined @GayleKing & @CBSMornings to recap last night's #SOTU. One thing I wanted to hear more about: American energy. Biden has been 100% wrong in this area. We must reinvest in American-made energy so we never have to rely on foreign powers like Russia for fuel."
Sen. John Thune
March 2, 2022
Tweet - "Had productive ag meetings with SD members of @VoiceOfMilk , @SDSoybean , & South Dakota Agricultural and Rural Leadership this afternoon. As always, I value & appreciate their insight & feedback."
Sen. John Thune
March 2, 2022
Tweet - "Proud to introduce Summer Mersinger, a South Dakota native nominated to be a @CFTC commissioner, at this morning's @SenateAgGOP hearing. Summer is highly qualified to serve as a commissioner, & I look forward to supporting her nomination."
Sen. John Thune
March 1, 2022
Tweet - "Every dollar the world denies Putin by not buying his oil & gas is one less dollar he has to spend attacking Ukraine. I've said it before, & I'll say it again: Energy independence is a matter of national security. Biden must reverse course & put American energy back in the game."
Sen. John Thune
March 1, 2022
Costa's Antitrust Bill Answers Biden's Call on Congress for Shipping Reform During State of the Union
Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Feb. 28, 2022
Thune, Barrasso Introduce Legislation to Support the Black Hills National Forest and Regional Economy
Sen. John Thune, ...
Feb. 24, 2022
Tweet - "Had a good discussion with Yankton community leaders this afternoon at the Dakota Plains Ag Center. Appreciate everyone's feedback and the quick tour."
Sen. John Thune
Feb. 23, 2022
Letter to Hon. Jennifer Granholm, Secretary of Energy - Senators Urge Biden Administration to Increase LNG Exports, Undermine Russian Influence
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 23, 2022
Letter to Hon. Jennifer Granholm, Secretary of Energy - Hoeven Urges Administration to Increase LNG Exports, Support Energy Security of European Allies
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 18, 2022
International Energy Implications--Thanks Russia
Rep. Dusty Johnson
Feb. 17, 2022
Rounds Joins Tester on Legislation to Halt Brazilian Beef Imports
Sen. Mike Rounds
Feb. 17, 2022
Thune: Biden's Policies Leave South Dakota's Farmers and Ranchers Out to Dry
Sen. John Thune
Feb. 16, 2022
Letter to Hon. Tom Vilsack, Secretary of the Department of Agriculture - South Dakota, Wyoming Delegations Continue to Urge USDA to Prioritize the Health of the Black Hills National Forest and Its Timber Sale Program
Sen. John Thune, ...
Feb. 10, 2022
Letter to Hon. Todd Harper, Chairman of the National Credit Union Administration - Tillis Supports Access to Credit for Farmers and Ranchers
Sen. John Thune, ...
Feb. 10, 2022
Letter to Hon. Todd Harper, Chairman of the National Credit Union Administration - Sens. Cramer, Hoeven Support Access to Credit for Farmers and Ranchers
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 10, 2022
Letter to Hon. Todd Harper, Chairman of the National Credit Union Administration - Hagerty Joins Bicameral Effort Supporting Access to Credit for Farmers and Ranchers
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 9, 2022
Letter to Hon. Michael Regan, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency and Hon. Michael Connor, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works - Tillis Pushes Back on Revival of WOTUS Overreach
Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 9, 2022
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Hoeven Joins Cruz, Colleagues in Committing to Block Implementation of Any Iran Nuclear Deal Not Approved By Congress
Sen. John Thune, ...
Feb. 8, 2022
Letter to Hon. Todd Harper, Chairman of the National Credit Union Administration - Hoeven Leads Bicameral Effort Supporting Access to Credit for Farmers and Ranchers
Sen. John Thune, ...
Date
Title
Politician
March 29, 2022
Tweet - "Sat down with folks from @SDRuralWater this afternoon. I appreciate everything they do to ensure South Dakotans have access to a clean, reliable water supply."
Sen.John Thune
March 25, 2022
Tweet - "The next farm bill is coming soon, & as always, it will be a top priority for me. I sat down with ag industry experts today in Sioux Falls to hear their priorities for #FarmBill2023. Input from SD ag is my #1 guide as we work on this bill. Thank you to everyone who participated!"
Sen.John Thune
March 22, 2022
Thune-Klobuchar Proposal Would Strengthen and Improve Conservation Reserve Program
Sen.John Thune
March 22, 2022
Tweet - "Biden needs to: - end his assault on American oil & gas production - leverage biofuels & allow the sale of E15 year-round - invest in all-the-above energy technologies that are available NOW - expand his focus beyond EVs"
Sen.John Thune
March 22, 2022
Tweet - "If reports are accurate, the WH considered having the IRS mail people gas cards -- yet another round of stimulus. Dumping money into the economy like that is exactly what got us into this inflation crisis in the first place. We need real solutions. ‼American-made energy‼"
Sen.John Thune
March 22, 2022
Tweet - "South Dakota producers are some of the hardest working people I know. For them farming & ranching isn't just an occupation, it's a way of life -- something that we are extremely proud of in South Dakota. Thank you to all the American farmers & ranchers who feed the world. #AgDay22"
Sen.John Thune
March 18, 2022
Letter to Jason Kearns, Chair of the International Trade Commission - Grassley, Colleagues Urge Immediate Action To Bring Down Fertilizer Costs
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
March 16, 2022
Tweet - "One more time for the people at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue: Energy security is national security."
Sen.John Thune
March 16, 2022
Tweet - "Had a good meeting with the South Dakota sheep growers this afternoon. They told me an interesting fact: The U.S. military is the biggest consumer of American wool -- using around 20% of the U.S. wool clip to make uniforms for our troops."
Sen.John Thune
March 16, 2022
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Hoeven Urges Administration to Take Immediate Action to Lower Cost of Fertilizer
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
March 16, 2022
Letter to Tom Vilsack, Secretary of Agriculture - Johnson to USDA: Provide Certainty to Producers
Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
March 16, 2022
Thune: It's Time for Biden to Prioritize American Energy Independence, Increase Biofuel Blending
Sen.John Thune
March 15, 2022
Tweet - ". @PressSec says #E15 is "in the menu of options" 🚩🚩🚩 In the menu of options? Allowing year-round #E15 is an immediate step Biden can (and should) take to help lower gas prices for Americans. Rs and Ds agree & have urged the WH to do so. What's the hold-up?"
Sen.John Thune
March 15, 2022
Thune, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Improve Tornado Forecasting
Sen.John Thune
March 15, 2022
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Tillis Calls on Biden Administration to Take Action to Lower Record-High Fertilizer Prices
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
March 15, 2022
Letter to Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Hagerty, Colleagues Call on Biden Administration to Take Action to Lower Record-High Fertilizer Prices
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
March 15, 2022
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Daines Calls on Biden to Reduce High Fertilizer Costs for Montana Farmers, Increase U.S. Oil & Gas Production
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
March 10, 2022
Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Grassley, Colleagues Urge Biden To Permit E15 Sales Year-Round, Restore American Energy Independence
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
March 9, 2022
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Sen. Cramer, Colleagues Push Utilization of E15, Restoration of American Energy Independence
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
March 9, 2022
Letter to Hon. Janet Yellen, Secretary of the Treasury - Tillis Calls on Biden Administration to Pause Financial Regulatory Efforts That Threaten America's Energy Security
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
March 8, 2022
Tweet - "Appreciated the opportunity to meet with folks from @bhenergy this afternoon. It was a timely conversation as Americans face increasing concerns around energy security and affordability."
Sen.John Thune
March 8, 2022
Tweet - "Reduce dependence on foreign energy. Stop prioritizing imports from countries run by bad actors. Invest in American energy. Achieve energy independence."
Sen.John Thune
March 8, 2022
Letter to Hon. Janet Yellen, Secretary of the Treasury - Sen. Cramer, Banking Republicans Call on Biden Administration to Pause Financial Regulatory Efforts That Threaten America's Energy Security
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
March 7, 2022
Tweet - "Not Russian energy. Not Iranian energy. Not Venezuelan energy. Mr. President, why not try American energy?"
Sen.John Thune
March 7, 2022
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Tillis Pushes for Expanded Domestic Energy Production Amid Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
March 4, 2022
Johnson Supports "American Energy Independence From Russia Act"
Rep.Dusty Johnson
March 4, 2022
Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Portman, Colleagues Push for Expanded Domestic Energy Production in Letter to President Biden
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
March 3, 2022
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Sen. Cramer, Colleagues Demand Biden Change Course on Failing Energy Policy as Prices Skyrocket at Home and Putin is Emboldened
Sen.John Thune, ...
March 3, 2022
Hearing of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee - Opening Statement of Sen. Thune, Hearing on the Ocean Shipping Reform Act
Sen.John Thune
March 3, 2022
Letter to Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States - Young, Senators Push For Expanded Domestic Energy Production In Letter To President Biden
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
March 2, 2022
Letter to Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Blackburn, Colleagues Demand Biden Change Course On Failing Energy Policy As Prices Skyrocket At Home And Putin Defies Global Outcry
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
March 2, 2022
Tweet - "Joined @GayleKing & @CBSMornings to recap last night's #SOTU. One thing I wanted to hear more about: American energy. Biden has been 100% wrong in this area. We must reinvest in American-made energy so we never have to rely on foreign powers like Russia for fuel."
Sen.John Thune
March 2, 2022
Tweet - "Had productive ag meetings with SD members of @VoiceOfMilk , @SDSoybean , & South Dakota Agricultural and Rural Leadership this afternoon. As always, I value & appreciate their insight & feedback."
Sen.John Thune
March 2, 2022
Tweet - "Proud to introduce Summer Mersinger, a South Dakota native nominated to be a @CFTC commissioner, at this morning's @SenateAgGOP hearing. Summer is highly qualified to serve as a commissioner, & I look forward to supporting her nomination."
Sen.John Thune
March 1, 2022
Tweet - "Every dollar the world denies Putin by not buying his oil & gas is one less dollar he has to spend attacking Ukraine. I've said it before, & I'll say it again: Energy independence is a matter of national security. Biden must reverse course & put American energy back in the game."
Sen.John Thune
March 1, 2022
Costa's Antitrust Bill Answers Biden's Call on Congress for Shipping Reform During State of the Union
Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Feb. 28, 2022
Thune, Barrasso Introduce Legislation to Support the Black Hills National Forest and Regional Economy
Sen.John Thune, ...
Feb. 24, 2022
Tweet - "Had a good discussion with Yankton community leaders this afternoon at the Dakota Plains Ag Center. Appreciate everyone's feedback and the quick tour."
Sen.John Thune
Feb. 23, 2022
Letter to Hon. Jennifer Granholm, Secretary of Energy - Senators Urge Biden Administration to Increase LNG Exports, Undermine Russian Influence
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 23, 2022
Letter to Hon. Jennifer Granholm, Secretary of Energy - Hoeven Urges Administration to Increase LNG Exports, Support Energy Security of European Allies
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 18, 2022
International Energy Implications--Thanks Russia
Rep.Dusty Johnson
Feb. 17, 2022
Rounds Joins Tester on Legislation to Halt Brazilian Beef Imports
Sen.Mike Rounds
Feb. 17, 2022
Thune: Biden's Policies Leave South Dakota's Farmers and Ranchers Out to Dry
Sen.John Thune
Feb. 16, 2022
Letter to Hon. Tom Vilsack, Secretary of the Department of Agriculture - South Dakota, Wyoming Delegations Continue to Urge USDA to Prioritize the Health of the Black Hills National Forest and Its Timber Sale Program
Sen.John Thune, ...
Feb. 10, 2022
Letter to Hon. Todd Harper, Chairman of the National Credit Union Administration - Tillis Supports Access to Credit for Farmers and Ranchers
Sen.John Thune, ...
Feb. 10, 2022
Letter to Hon. Todd Harper, Chairman of the National Credit Union Administration - Sens. Cramer, Hoeven Support Access to Credit for Farmers and Ranchers
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 10, 2022
Letter to Hon. Todd Harper, Chairman of the National Credit Union Administration - Hagerty Joins Bicameral Effort Supporting Access to Credit for Farmers and Ranchers
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 9, 2022
Letter to Hon. Michael Regan, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency and Hon. Michael Connor, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works - Tillis Pushes Back on Revival of WOTUS Overreach
Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 9, 2022
Letter to Hon. Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Hoeven Joins Cruz, Colleagues in Committing to Block Implementation of Any Iran Nuclear Deal Not Approved By Congress
Sen.John Thune, ...
Feb. 8, 2022
Letter to Hon. Todd Harper, Chairman of the National Credit Union Administration - Hoeven Leads Bicameral Effort Supporting Access to Credit for Farmers and Ranchers
Sen.John Thune, ...
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