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March 15, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Michael A. Khouri, Chair of the Federal Maritime Commission - Davis, Over 100 Members of Congress Send Letter to Address Carriers Declining to Ship U.S. Agriculture Exports from U.S. Ports Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
March 10, 2021 Letter to Hon. Michael Khouri, Chairman of the Federal Maritime Commission - Over 100 Members of the House Send Letter to Address Carriers Declining to Ship U.S. Agriculture Exports From U.S. Ports Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
March 10, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Senators: Biden Administration Must Impose Sanctions on Russia's Nord Stream II Pipeline Sen. John Thune, ...
March 3, 2021 Letter to Hon. Michael Khouri, Chairman of the Federal Maritime Commission - Wyden Urges Investigation of Potential Violations by Ocean Carriers Sen. John Thune, ...
March 2, 2021 Letter to Hon. Michael Khouri, Chairman of the Federal Maritime Commission - Feinstein, Thune, Klobuchar, Colleagues Urge Investigation of Potential Violations by Ocean Carriers Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 25, 2021 Statement: Young, Cotton Introduce Iran Sanctions Resolution Sen. John Thune, ...
Feb. 25, 2021 Tweet - "Today I pushed the @USTradeRep nominee to support mandatory country of origin labeling, expand market access, and enforce existing trade agreements. I will keep fighting for South Dakotans and a pro-growth trade policy that benefits American workers and businesses." Sen. John Thune
Feb. 24, 2021 Thune, Stabenow, Fischer, Warner Reintroduce Bill to Protect U.S. From Digital Infrastructure Corruption Sen. John Thune
Jan. 26, 2021 Tweet - "Right. I discussed COOL with @USDA Secretary nominee Tom Vilsack & Trade Rep nominee Katherine Tai when we spoke on the phone. I've worked closely with multiple admins to help our producers. I'll keep working with USDA & USTR to fight for SD ag." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Chilling. The Chinese Communist Party is seeking to automate its detention and oppression of #Uyghur and other minorities using @Huawei. The U.S. is right to sanction China for human rights abuses and lead global efforts to divest Huwaei tech." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 1, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Lighthizer, Ambassador of the U.S. Trade Agreement - Rubio Joins Colleagues Urging Lighthizer to Begin Talks for a Trade Agreement with Taiwan Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 28, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Republican Leader of the House, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Democratic Leader of the Senate - Brownley, Welch Lead Bipartisan Letter to Protect American Farmers and U.S. Food Supply Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 25, 2020 Letter to The Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of The Dept. of Agriculture, and The Hon. Robert Lighthizer, United States Trade Representative - U.S. Senators Mike Crapo and Tina Smith Lead Bipartisan Group in Calling for Enforcement of Usmca Dairy Provisions Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 20, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Lighthizer, United States Trade Representative - Rep. LaHood Leads Effort to Terminate Brazilian Ethanol Tariffs Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Lighthizer, U.S. Trade Representative, and the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Reps. Kind, Reed, Peterson, Thompson, Brindisi, Fulcher, Torres Small, Gonzalez Lead Letter Calling on the Administration to Implement USMCA Enforcement Measures to Support Dairy Industry Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
July 30, 2020 Tweet - "Countries shouldn't be able to "own" generic food names like parmesan & feta. This puts made-in-America products at a disadvantage. That's why 50+ of my colleagues joined my letter to @USTradeRep & @SecretarySonny urging them to prioritize this issue in trade negotiations." Sen. John Thune
July 29, 2020 Tweet - "It makes no sense to most South Dakotans why a t-shirt they wear can say "made in country x" but often the beef we eat cannot. Americans would like to know where in the world their beef is coming from, yet the @WTO continues to rule against country-of-origin labeling for beef." Sen. John Thune
July 14, 2020 Tweet - "U.S. communications infrastructure can only be fully secure if our allies have similar safety standards. That's why the UK's ban of Huawei is important & why I intro'd the #NetworkSecurityTradeAct to ensure network security is a priority when negotiating future trade deals." Sen. John Thune
July 8, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Lighthizer, United States Trade Representative, and the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture - Reps. Smucker, Kind, Harder, and Marshall Lead Bipartisan Letter Urging Swift Negotiations with Japan to Not Leave Dairy Farmers Behind Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
July 1, 2020 Tweet - "A great day for our farmers, ranchers, and workers across the country. Today, the new and improved trade deal between the USA and our two biggest trading partners, Canada & Mexico, goes into effect. The #USMCA will help expand markets for #Americanmade goods & services." Sen. John Thune
May 4, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, United States Secretary of State - Fitzpatrick Joins Overwhelming Bipartisan Majority of House Members Calls On Administration To Extend Iran Arms Embargo Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
March 30, 2020 Letter to Robert Lighthizer, US Trade Representative - Bipartisan Finance Committee Members Push for Delay in USMCA Entry Into Force Sen. John Thune, ...
March 25, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Republican Senators Urge Trade Measures to Respond to Economic Impact of COVID-19 Sen. John Thune, ...
March 20, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Wilbur Ross, Secretary to the Department of Commerce - Murkowski, Sullivan Urge Secretary of Commerce to Investigate Russia and Saudi Arabia Excessive Dumping in Oil Markets Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
March 10, 2020 Letter to Robert Lighthizer, US Trade Representative - Womack Calls for Level Playing Field for U.S. Poultry Producers in U.K. Trade Negotiations Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
March 6, 2020 Tweet - "Good read. Countries that are continuing to use Huawei in their 5G infrastructure could impact US security. Just this week, I announced a bill to make comms infrastructure security a negotiating objective in future trade agreements." Sen. John Thune
March 5, 2020 Thune, Stabenow, Fischer, and Warner Introduce Bill to Protect U.S. From Digital Infrastructure Corruption Sen. John Thune, ...
Feb. 28, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture - Thune Leads Bipartisan Group of Senators in Expressing Concerns with USDA's Decision to Lift Brazilian Beef Ban Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 11, 2020 Letter to the Hon. David Johanson, Chairman of the International Trade Commission - Rounds, Manchin Lead Colleagues in Letter to International Trade Commission Urging Proper Enforcement of Trade Laws Sen. John Thune, ...
Feb. 11, 2020 Tweet - "Thanks to GOP economic policies, more Americans are working, & the economy is thriving. While the larger economy continues to surge, our ag economy is still lagging behind. #USMCA was an important step, but I'm continuing to work on policies to help SD's farmers and ranchers." Sen. John Thune
Feb. 7, 2020 Inhofe, Enzi, Coons, Rounds, Kaine, Boozman Applaud First Steps to US-Kenya Free Trade Agreement Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 7, 2020 Tweet - "The January #JobsReport shows the best monthly private-sector gain in nearly 5 years -- nearly twice what was expected. Once again, the economy is smashing expectations thanks to GOP policies. More help on the way for the ag economy w/ policies like #USMCA." Sen. John Thune
Feb. 5, 2020 Letter to the Hon. David Johanson, Chairman of the International Trade Commission - Spanberger Leads Bipartisan Letter in Support of American-Made Cabinets, Urges ITC to Address Allegations of Chinese Cabinet Dumping, Level the Playing Field for U.S. Companies & Workers Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Feb. 4, 2020 Tweet - "There will be plenty of accomplishments to tout tonight -- including the recently signed #USMCA trade deal, a stellar economy, and near-record low unemployment. A lot to look back on, but America's brightest days are yet to come. Looking forward to #SOTU2020." Sen. John Thune
Feb. 4, 2020 Tweet - "Together, Republicans have worked hard to deliver results for the American people: USMCA trade deal Lower taxes 7M new jobs More Americans working than ever before 2.5M Americans risen out of poverty 16,000 new jobs in SD #SOTU @BillHemmer @FoxNews" Sen. John Thune
Feb. 3, 2020 Johnson Anticipates President's State of the Union Address Rep. Dusty Johnson
Jan. 29, 2020 Rounds Attends Signing of USMCA at White House Sen. Mike Rounds
Jan. 29, 2020 Tweet - "It's done. After * more than a year* of GOP & stakeholders pushing Dems in the House to stop delaying #USMCA, the agreement has finally crossed the finish line and been signed into law. This modernized deal will help open markets for our farmers & ranchers who feed the world." Sen. John Thune
Jan. 29, 2020 Johnson Attends Signing of USMCA at White House Rep. Dusty Johnson
Jan. 19, 2020 Rapid City Journal - THUNE: A bipartisan win for South Dakota agriculture Sen. John Thune
Jan. 16, 2020 Thune Statement on Senate Passage of USMCA Sen. John Thune
Jan. 16, 2020 Tweet - "The Senate has passed the modernized #USMCA trade deal. I was happy to be one of 89 senators to vote YES. This agreement will open markets for South Dakota farmers and ranchers, who have struggled for too long in today's agriculture economy." Sen. John Thune
Jan. 16, 2020 Tweet - "#USMCA just passed the Senate & is approaching the finish line. SD exports to Canada & Mexico topped $1.1 billion in 2017. By increasing certainty about trade with 2 key trading partners, #USMCA will benefit almost every sector of our economy, from manufacturing to agriculture." Sen. John Thune
Jan. 16, 2020 Rounds Votes to Pass USMCA Sen. Mike Rounds
Jan. 15, 2020 United States-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement Sen. John Thune
Jan. 15, 2020 Tweet - "After months of delay by House Dems, #USMCA is finally moving through Congress. Here in the Republican-led Senate, we understand the importance of this deal & have advanced it rapidly through the 7 required committees. I expect it to receive final Senate consideration very soon." Sen. John Thune
Jan. 15, 2020 Rounds Attends Signing of U.S.-China "Phase One" Trade Deal at the White House Sen. Mike Rounds
Jan. 15, 2020 Johnson Applauds Phase One China Trade Deal Rep. Dusty Johnson
Jan. 15, 2020 Tweet - "Glad to have been at the @WhiteHouse for today's event where the phase one trade deal with China became official. This is good progress. I look forward to passing #USMCA soon, too. There are few things more important to #Ag than good trade deals that help open and expand markets." Sen. John Thune
Jan. 14, 2020 Rounds Votes to Advance U.S.-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement to Senate Floor Sen. Mike Rounds
Date Title Politician
March 15, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Michael A. Khouri, Chair of the Federal Maritime Commission - Davis, Over 100 Members of Congress Send Letter to Address Carriers Declining to Ship U.S. Agriculture Exports from U.S. Ports Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
March 10, 2021 Letter to Hon. Michael Khouri, Chairman of the Federal Maritime Commission - Over 100 Members of the House Send Letter to Address Carriers Declining to Ship U.S. Agriculture Exports From U.S. Ports Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
March 10, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Senators: Biden Administration Must Impose Sanctions on Russia's Nord Stream II Pipeline Sen.John Thune, ...
March 3, 2021 Letter to Hon. Michael Khouri, Chairman of the Federal Maritime Commission - Wyden Urges Investigation of Potential Violations by Ocean Carriers Sen.John Thune, ...
March 2, 2021 Letter to Hon. Michael Khouri, Chairman of the Federal Maritime Commission - Feinstein, Thune, Klobuchar, Colleagues Urge Investigation of Potential Violations by Ocean Carriers Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 25, 2021 Statement: Young, Cotton Introduce Iran Sanctions Resolution Sen.John Thune, ...
Feb. 25, 2021 Tweet - "Today I pushed the @USTradeRep nominee to support mandatory country of origin labeling, expand market access, and enforce existing trade agreements. I will keep fighting for South Dakotans and a pro-growth trade policy that benefits American workers and businesses." Sen.John Thune
Feb. 24, 2021 Thune, Stabenow, Fischer, Warner Reintroduce Bill to Protect U.S. From Digital Infrastructure Corruption Sen.John Thune
Jan. 26, 2021 Tweet - "Right. I discussed COOL with @USDA Secretary nominee Tom Vilsack & Trade Rep nominee Katherine Tai when we spoke on the phone. I've worked closely with multiple admins to help our producers. I'll keep working with USDA & USTR to fight for SD ag." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Chilling. The Chinese Communist Party is seeking to automate its detention and oppression of #Uyghur and other minorities using @Huawei. The U.S. is right to sanction China for human rights abuses and lead global efforts to divest Huwaei tech." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 1, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Lighthizer, Ambassador of the U.S. Trade Agreement - Rubio Joins Colleagues Urging Lighthizer to Begin Talks for a Trade Agreement with Taiwan Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 28, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Republican Leader of the House, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Democratic Leader of the Senate - Brownley, Welch Lead Bipartisan Letter to Protect American Farmers and U.S. Food Supply Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 25, 2020 Letter to The Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of The Dept. of Agriculture, and The Hon. Robert Lighthizer, United States Trade Representative - U.S. Senators Mike Crapo and Tina Smith Lead Bipartisan Group in Calling for Enforcement of Usmca Dairy Provisions Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Aug. 20, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Lighthizer, United States Trade Representative - Rep. LaHood Leads Effort to Terminate Brazilian Ethanol Tariffs Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Aug. 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Lighthizer, U.S. Trade Representative, and the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Reps. Kind, Reed, Peterson, Thompson, Brindisi, Fulcher, Torres Small, Gonzalez Lead Letter Calling on the Administration to Implement USMCA Enforcement Measures to Support Dairy Industry Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
July 30, 2020 Tweet - "Countries shouldn't be able to "own" generic food names like parmesan & feta. This puts made-in-America products at a disadvantage. That's why 50+ of my colleagues joined my letter to @USTradeRep & @SecretarySonny urging them to prioritize this issue in trade negotiations." Sen.John Thune
July 29, 2020 Tweet - "It makes no sense to most South Dakotans why a t-shirt they wear can say "made in country x" but often the beef we eat cannot. Americans would like to know where in the world their beef is coming from, yet the @WTO continues to rule against country-of-origin labeling for beef." Sen.John Thune
July 14, 2020 Tweet - "U.S. communications infrastructure can only be fully secure if our allies have similar safety standards. That's why the UK's ban of Huawei is important & why I intro'd the #NetworkSecurityTradeAct to ensure network security is a priority when negotiating future trade deals." Sen.John Thune
July 8, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Lighthizer, United States Trade Representative, and the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture - Reps. Smucker, Kind, Harder, and Marshall Lead Bipartisan Letter Urging Swift Negotiations with Japan to Not Leave Dairy Farmers Behind Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
July 1, 2020 Tweet - "A great day for our farmers, ranchers, and workers across the country. Today, the new and improved trade deal between the USA and our two biggest trading partners, Canada & Mexico, goes into effect. The #USMCA will help expand markets for #Americanmade goods & services." Sen.John Thune
May 4, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mike Pompeo, United States Secretary of State - Fitzpatrick Joins Overwhelming Bipartisan Majority of House Members Calls On Administration To Extend Iran Arms Embargo Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
March 30, 2020 Letter to Robert Lighthizer, US Trade Representative - Bipartisan Finance Committee Members Push for Delay in USMCA Entry Into Force Sen.John Thune, ...
March 25, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Republican Senators Urge Trade Measures to Respond to Economic Impact of COVID-19 Sen.John Thune, ...
March 20, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Wilbur Ross, Secretary to the Department of Commerce - Murkowski, Sullivan Urge Secretary of Commerce to Investigate Russia and Saudi Arabia Excessive Dumping in Oil Markets Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
March 10, 2020 Letter to Robert Lighthizer, US Trade Representative - Womack Calls for Level Playing Field for U.S. Poultry Producers in U.K. Trade Negotiations Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
March 6, 2020 Tweet - "Good read. Countries that are continuing to use Huawei in their 5G infrastructure could impact US security. Just this week, I announced a bill to make comms infrastructure security a negotiating objective in future trade agreements." Sen.John Thune
March 5, 2020 Thune, Stabenow, Fischer, and Warner Introduce Bill to Protect U.S. From Digital Infrastructure Corruption Sen.John Thune, ...
Feb. 28, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture - Thune Leads Bipartisan Group of Senators in Expressing Concerns with USDA's Decision to Lift Brazilian Beef Ban Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 11, 2020 Letter to the Hon. David Johanson, Chairman of the International Trade Commission - Rounds, Manchin Lead Colleagues in Letter to International Trade Commission Urging Proper Enforcement of Trade Laws Sen.John Thune, ...
Feb. 11, 2020 Tweet - "Thanks to GOP economic policies, more Americans are working, & the economy is thriving. While the larger economy continues to surge, our ag economy is still lagging behind. #USMCA was an important step, but I'm continuing to work on policies to help SD's farmers and ranchers." Sen.John Thune
Feb. 7, 2020 Inhofe, Enzi, Coons, Rounds, Kaine, Boozman Applaud First Steps to US-Kenya Free Trade Agreement Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Feb. 7, 2020 Tweet - "The January #JobsReport shows the best monthly private-sector gain in nearly 5 years -- nearly twice what was expected. Once again, the economy is smashing expectations thanks to GOP policies. More help on the way for the ag economy w/ policies like #USMCA." Sen.John Thune
Feb. 5, 2020 Letter to the Hon. David Johanson, Chairman of the International Trade Commission - Spanberger Leads Bipartisan Letter in Support of American-Made Cabinets, Urges ITC to Address Allegations of Chinese Cabinet Dumping, Level the Playing Field for U.S. Companies & Workers Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Feb. 4, 2020 Tweet - "There will be plenty of accomplishments to tout tonight -- including the recently signed #USMCA trade deal, a stellar economy, and near-record low unemployment. A lot to look back on, but America's brightest days are yet to come. Looking forward to #SOTU2020." Sen.John Thune
Feb. 4, 2020 Tweet - "Together, Republicans have worked hard to deliver results for the American people: USMCA trade deal Lower taxes 7M new jobs More Americans working than ever before 2.5M Americans risen out of poverty 16,000 new jobs in SD #SOTU @BillHemmer @FoxNews" Sen.John Thune
Feb. 3, 2020 Johnson Anticipates President's State of the Union Address Rep.Dusty Johnson
Jan. 29, 2020 Rounds Attends Signing of USMCA at White House Sen.Mike Rounds
Jan. 29, 2020 Tweet - "It's done. After * more than a year* of GOP & stakeholders pushing Dems in the House to stop delaying #USMCA, the agreement has finally crossed the finish line and been signed into law. This modernized deal will help open markets for our farmers & ranchers who feed the world." Sen.John Thune
Jan. 29, 2020 Johnson Attends Signing of USMCA at White House Rep.Dusty Johnson
Jan. 19, 2020 Rapid City Journal - THUNE: A bipartisan win for South Dakota agriculture Sen.John Thune
Jan. 16, 2020 Thune Statement on Senate Passage of USMCA Sen.John Thune
Jan. 16, 2020 Tweet - "The Senate has passed the modernized #USMCA trade deal. I was happy to be one of 89 senators to vote YES. This agreement will open markets for South Dakota farmers and ranchers, who have struggled for too long in today's agriculture economy." Sen.John Thune
Jan. 16, 2020 Tweet - "#USMCA just passed the Senate & is approaching the finish line. SD exports to Canada & Mexico topped $1.1 billion in 2017. By increasing certainty about trade with 2 key trading partners, #USMCA will benefit almost every sector of our economy, from manufacturing to agriculture." Sen.John Thune
Jan. 16, 2020 Rounds Votes to Pass USMCA Sen.Mike Rounds
Jan. 15, 2020 United States-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement Sen.John Thune
Jan. 15, 2020 Tweet - "After months of delay by House Dems, #USMCA is finally moving through Congress. Here in the Republican-led Senate, we understand the importance of this deal & have advanced it rapidly through the 7 required committees. I expect it to receive final Senate consideration very soon." Sen.John Thune
Jan. 15, 2020 Rounds Attends Signing of U.S.-China "Phase One" Trade Deal at the White House Sen.Mike Rounds
Jan. 15, 2020 Johnson Applauds Phase One China Trade Deal Rep.Dusty Johnson
Jan. 15, 2020 Tweet - "Glad to have been at the @WhiteHouse for today's event where the phase one trade deal with China became official. This is good progress. I look forward to passing #USMCA soon, too. There are few things more important to #Ag than good trade deals that help open and expand markets." Sen.John Thune
Jan. 14, 2020 Rounds Votes to Advance U.S.-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement to Senate Floor Sen.Mike Rounds
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