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Jan. 29, 2021 King, Rounds Reintroduce Legislation Allowing Local Meat and Poultry Products to be Sold Across State Lines Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Jan. 28, 2021 Johnson & Cuellar: State Inspected Meat Should be Sold Online Rep. Dusty Johnson
Jan. 28, 2021 Letter to Jessica Rosenworcel, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission - Rounds, Manchin, Smith, Hassan, King, Shaheen Call on FCC to Prioritize Small Rural Providers for Covid-19 Telehealth Program Sen. Mike Rounds
Jan. 28, 2021 Nomination of Peter Paul Montgomery Buttigieg Sen. John Thune
Jan. 27, 2021 Tweet - "Today marks the anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz concentration camp on January 27, 1945. On International Holocaust Remembrance Day -- and every day -- we honor victims and their families. We must never forget the atrocities of the Holocaust. #WeRemember" 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
Jan. 26, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, the Hon. Chuck Schumer, Majority Leader of the U.S. Senate, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Republican Leader of the U.S. House of Representatives, and the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Minority Leader of the U.S. Senate - Davis Urges Congressional Leaders to Protect the Hyde Amendment, Oppose Expansion of Taxpayer-Funded Abortion Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 22, 2021 Rounds Votes to Confirm General Lloyd Austin to be Secretary of Defense Sen. Mike Rounds
Jan. 22, 2021 Tweet - "I voted in support of SECDEF nominee General Austin after a productive call with him today. On our call, we discussed the proud history and exciting future of Ellsworth AFB, especially our anticipation to host the B-21 Raider mission. Look forward to working with him." Sen. John Thune
Jan. 21, 2021 Tweet - "Questioned @PeteButtigieg at his nomination hearing for Secretary of Transportation. He showed an interest in working together to make additional improvements to rural and tribal infrastructure -- important priorities for South Dakota and me. A good sign." Sen. John Thune
Jan. 18, 2021 Tweet - "Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy stands tall in our country's history. He helped lead our nation toward a better future. Today, we remember him and everything he stood for. https://keloland.com/news/local-news/mlk-jr-interview-in-sioux-falls-from-1961/ #MLKDay" Sen. John Thune
Dec. 29, 2020 Delegation Bill to Allow Tribal Grant Schools to Devote Additional Resources to Improving Education Signed Into Law Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 28, 2020 Grabbing the Bull by the Horns Sen. Mike Rounds
Dec. 22, 2020 Thune Statement on Passage of Bipartisan Coronavirus Relief Package Sen. John Thune
Dec. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Congress has finally passed a targeted COVID bill to give much-needed relief to Americans who've shouldered the weight of this pandemic & provide more vaccine resources. This deal comes at a critical time as vaccines are being distributed. There's light at the end of the tunnel." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 17, 2020 Rounds' Legislation to End Veteran Homelessness Heads to President's Desk Sen. Mike Rounds
Dec. 15, 2020 Tweet - "When it's my turn in line, I will get the COVID vaccine. I will get it for my own health and for the health of my family, friends, & the many great South Dakotans with whom I work." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 15, 2020 Letter to Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of Treasury and Hon. Charles Tettig, Commissioner Internal Revenue Service - Sinema to IIRS and Treasury: Don't Punish Arizonans Affected by Coronavirus Pandemic for Irs Delays Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 11, 2020 Tweet - "The #NDAA passed the Senate with bipartisan support. This bill invests in improving the quality of life for troops & their families & ensures our nation can defend against threats from countries like Russia & China. It's important for this bill to become law ASAP." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 11, 2020 Thune Applauds Senate Passage of National Defense Authorization Act Sen. John Thune
Dec. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Important briefing on the SD-specific plan for vaccine distribution. Many factors make this a logistical challenge, but I was very impressed with the thoroughness of the plan. We'll likely be able to vaccinate millions across the country in the next few months. Game changer." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 8, 2020 U.S. Sens. Tina Smith & John Thune's Bipartisan Bill to Maintain Funding for Federally Impacted Schools During COVID-19 is Now Law Sen. John Thune, ...
Dec. 4, 2020 Tweet - "A safe & effective vaccine will be key to restoring our way of life & building back our economy. To fully realize the benefit of the tremendous work that's been done to develop and verify multiple COVID-19 vaccines, Americans need to be confident in the process & the results." Sen. John Thune
Dec. 4, 2020 Letter to Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader; Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader; Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Luetkemeyer Urges Extension of TDR Provision Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Dec. 4, 2020 Letter to Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader and Hon. Chuck Schumer, Minority Leader - Boozman, Colleagues Push to Prevent Looming CMS Cuts to Medicare Payments Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 4, 2020 Letter to Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader; Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader; Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; and Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Miss. Lawmakers Calling for Permanent Expansion of Telehealth Coverage in End-of-Year Legislation Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 4, 2020 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader; Ho. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader; and Hon. Chuck Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Reps. Peter DeFazio, Russ Fulcher, Kurt Schrader, and Cathy McMorris Rodgers Lead Bipartisan Letter Urging Reauthorization of Secure Rural Schools and Robust Funding for Payment in Lieu of Taxes Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Dec. 3, 2020 Portman, Cardin, Thune, Menendez Introduce Legislation to Fund COVID-19 Vaccine Public Advocacy Campaign Sen. John Thune, ...
Dec. 3, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of Veterans Affairs of the US Department of Veterans Affairs, and Hon. Christopher C. Miller, Acting Secretary of Defense of the US Department of Defense - Duckworth, Klobuchar, Rounds Urge Administration to Ensure Servicemembers and Veterans Exposed to Burn Pits Receive Proper Care During Coronavirus Pandemic Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 3, 2020 Warner, Rounds, Jones Applaud Inclusion of Bipartisan Anti-Money Laundering Legislation in NDAA Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 2, 2020 Problem Solvers Caucus, Senate Partners Unveil Bipartisan , Bicameral 4-Month Covid-19 Emergency Relief Package Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Dec. 1, 2020 Letter to Honorable Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader and Honorable Charles Schumer, Minority Leader - Portman, Wyden Lead Bipartisan Letter Urging Passage of Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 1, 2020 Murkowski Joins Bipartisan, Bicameral Working Group Announcing COVID-19 Emergency Relief Framework Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Nov. 26, 2020 Tweet - "Every year, I reflect on how blessed I am to call South Dakota home. I am thankful for the beauty of our state -- for our wide-open spaces & soaring hills -- and I'm thankful for the kindness, graciousness, & resilience of South Dakotas. From my family to yours, happy Thanksgiving." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 25, 2020 South Dakota War College - US Senator John Thune's Weekly Column: We're in This Together Sen. John Thune
Nov. 22, 2020 South Dakota War College - US Senator John Thune's Weekly Column: Tough Times Highlight Blessings Sen. John Thune
Nov. 20, 2020 Keeping Our Economy and Schools Open Rep. Dusty Johnson
Nov. 19, 2020 Tweet - "Thank you to the dedicated doctors, nurses, & other health care professionals who work tirelessly to keep our rural communities healthy. #RuralHealthDay" Sen. John Thune
Nov. 18, 2020 Tweet - "We should be sitting down & working on a reasonable, targeted, fiscally responsible #COVID relief bill. Republicans have been more than willing to do that. But the Democrats continue to insist upon a multi-trillion dollar bill consisting of a bunch of liberal wish list items." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 18, 2020 Thune: Providing COVID Relief and Confirming Qualified Judges Among Senate Republicans' Top Priorities Sen. John Thune
Nov. 17, 2020 Tweet - "Yesterday, for the second Monday in a row, we received tremendous news about the prospects for a COVID vaccine. Moderna announced its COVID vaccine is over 90% effective -- raising the possibility that not one but two COVID vaccines may be available in the very near future." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 17, 2020 Tweet - "Republicans aren't giving up on targeted #COVID relief, but so far Democrats have shown no willingness for compromise. I hope that changes. Republicans will continue to invite our Democrat colleagues to work with us to find a middle ground." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Visited Encompass Health in Sioux Falls today to tour their new facility & meet with their knowledgeable staff. The new post-acute hospital can provide care for patients that require intensive, skilled rehab services, while freeing up needed beds at other hospitals in the region." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Rep. Axne Leads Charge Against Threats to 340B Drug Discount Program Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Nov. 12, 2020 Johnson Applauds Senate Passage of Impact Aid Bill Rep. Dusty Johnson
Nov. 12, 2020 President Expected to Sign Thune-Smith Bill to Ease Application Process for the Impact Aid Program During COVID-19 Pandemic Sen. John Thune, ...
Nov. 9, 2020 Tweet - "This is big news for the American people & a critical milestone in the development of a #COVID19 vaccine. Hopeful to see more good news from this trial soon." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 6, 2020 Tweet - "In Aberdeen today with the rest of the SD delegation to mark the expansion of @3M 's N95 mask production lines. This equipment will help protect our frontline workers who continue to put their own health at risk to fight #COVID19. Thank you to our health care heroes & to 3M." Sen. John Thune
Nov. 2, 2020 Tweet - "Happy Birthday to my favorite state in the union. I am so grateful to call South Dakota home." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 30, 2020 America is a Special Place Rep. Dusty Johnson
Date Title Politician
Jan. 29, 2021 King, Rounds Reintroduce Legislation Allowing Local Meat and Poultry Products to be Sold Across State Lines Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Jan. 28, 2021 Johnson & Cuellar: State Inspected Meat Should be Sold Online Rep.Dusty Johnson
Jan. 28, 2021 Letter to Jessica Rosenworcel, Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission - Rounds, Manchin, Smith, Hassan, King, Shaheen Call on FCC to Prioritize Small Rural Providers for Covid-19 Telehealth Program Sen.Mike Rounds
Jan. 28, 2021 Nomination of Peter Paul Montgomery Buttigieg Sen.John Thune
Jan. 27, 2021 Tweet - "Today marks the anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz concentration camp on January 27, 1945. On International Holocaust Remembrance Day -- and every day -- we honor victims and their families. We must never forget the atrocities of the Holocaust. #WeRemember" 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
Jan. 26, 2021 Letter to the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, the Hon. Chuck Schumer, Majority Leader of the U.S. Senate, the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, Republican Leader of the U.S. House of Representatives, and the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Minority Leader of the U.S. Senate - Davis Urges Congressional Leaders to Protect the Hyde Amendment, Oppose Expansion of Taxpayer-Funded Abortion Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Jan. 22, 2021 Rounds Votes to Confirm General Lloyd Austin to be Secretary of Defense Sen.Mike Rounds
Jan. 22, 2021 Tweet - "I voted in support of SECDEF nominee General Austin after a productive call with him today. On our call, we discussed the proud history and exciting future of Ellsworth AFB, especially our anticipation to host the B-21 Raider mission. Look forward to working with him." Sen.John Thune
Jan. 21, 2021 Tweet - "Questioned @PeteButtigieg at his nomination hearing for Secretary of Transportation. He showed an interest in working together to make additional improvements to rural and tribal infrastructure -- important priorities for South Dakota and me. A good sign." Sen.John Thune
Jan. 18, 2021 Tweet - "Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy stands tall in our country's history. He helped lead our nation toward a better future. Today, we remember him and everything he stood for. https://keloland.com/news/local-news/mlk-jr-interview-in-sioux-falls-from-1961/ #MLKDay" Sen.John Thune
Dec. 29, 2020 Delegation Bill to Allow Tribal Grant Schools to Devote Additional Resources to Improving Education Signed Into Law Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 28, 2020 Grabbing the Bull by the Horns Sen.Mike Rounds
Dec. 22, 2020 Thune Statement on Passage of Bipartisan Coronavirus Relief Package Sen.John Thune
Dec. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Congress has finally passed a targeted COVID bill to give much-needed relief to Americans who've shouldered the weight of this pandemic & provide more vaccine resources. This deal comes at a critical time as vaccines are being distributed. There's light at the end of the tunnel." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 17, 2020 Rounds' Legislation to End Veteran Homelessness Heads to President's Desk Sen.Mike Rounds
Dec. 15, 2020 Tweet - "When it's my turn in line, I will get the COVID vaccine. I will get it for my own health and for the health of my family, friends, & the many great South Dakotans with whom I work." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 15, 2020 Letter to Hon. Steven Mnuchin, Secretary of Treasury and Hon. Charles Tettig, Commissioner Internal Revenue Service - Sinema to IIRS and Treasury: Don't Punish Arizonans Affected by Coronavirus Pandemic for Irs Delays Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 11, 2020 Tweet - "The #NDAA passed the Senate with bipartisan support. This bill invests in improving the quality of life for troops & their families & ensures our nation can defend against threats from countries like Russia & China. It's important for this bill to become law ASAP." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 11, 2020 Thune Applauds Senate Passage of National Defense Authorization Act Sen.John Thune
Dec. 9, 2020 Tweet - "Important briefing on the SD-specific plan for vaccine distribution. Many factors make this a logistical challenge, but I was very impressed with the thoroughness of the plan. We'll likely be able to vaccinate millions across the country in the next few months. Game changer." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 8, 2020 U.S. Sens. Tina Smith & John Thune's Bipartisan Bill to Maintain Funding for Federally Impacted Schools During COVID-19 is Now Law Sen.John Thune, ...
Dec. 4, 2020 Tweet - "A safe & effective vaccine will be key to restoring our way of life & building back our economy. To fully realize the benefit of the tremendous work that's been done to develop and verify multiple COVID-19 vaccines, Americans need to be confident in the process & the results." Sen.John Thune
Dec. 4, 2020 Letter to Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader; Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader; Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Luetkemeyer Urges Extension of TDR Provision Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Dec. 4, 2020 Letter to Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader and Hon. Chuck Schumer, Minority Leader - Boozman, Colleagues Push to Prevent Looming CMS Cuts to Medicare Payments Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 4, 2020 Letter to Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader; Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader; Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; and Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Miss. Lawmakers Calling for Permanent Expansion of Telehealth Coverage in End-of-Year Legislation Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 4, 2020 Letter to Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader; Ho. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader; and Hon. Chuck Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Reps. Peter DeFazio, Russ Fulcher, Kurt Schrader, and Cathy McMorris Rodgers Lead Bipartisan Letter Urging Reauthorization of Secure Rural Schools and Robust Funding for Payment in Lieu of Taxes Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Dec. 3, 2020 Portman, Cardin, Thune, Menendez Introduce Legislation to Fund COVID-19 Vaccine Public Advocacy Campaign Sen.John Thune, ...
Dec. 3, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of Veterans Affairs of the US Department of Veterans Affairs, and Hon. Christopher C. Miller, Acting Secretary of Defense of the US Department of Defense - Duckworth, Klobuchar, Rounds Urge Administration to Ensure Servicemembers and Veterans Exposed to Burn Pits Receive Proper Care During Coronavirus Pandemic Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 3, 2020 Warner, Rounds, Jones Applaud Inclusion of Bipartisan Anti-Money Laundering Legislation in NDAA Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 2, 2020 Problem Solvers Caucus, Senate Partners Unveil Bipartisan , Bicameral 4-Month Covid-19 Emergency Relief Package Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Dec. 1, 2020 Letter to Honorable Mitch McConnell, Majority Leader and Honorable Charles Schumer, Minority Leader - Portman, Wyden Lead Bipartisan Letter Urging Passage of Craft Beverage Modernization and Tax Reform Act Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Dec. 1, 2020 Murkowski Joins Bipartisan, Bicameral Working Group Announcing COVID-19 Emergency Relief Framework Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Nov. 26, 2020 Tweet - "Every year, I reflect on how blessed I am to call South Dakota home. I am thankful for the beauty of our state -- for our wide-open spaces & soaring hills -- and I'm thankful for the kindness, graciousness, & resilience of South Dakotas. From my family to yours, happy Thanksgiving." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 25, 2020 South Dakota War College - US Senator John Thune's Weekly Column: We're in This Together Sen.John Thune
Nov. 22, 2020 South Dakota War College - US Senator John Thune's Weekly Column: Tough Times Highlight Blessings Sen.John Thune
Nov. 20, 2020 Keeping Our Economy and Schools Open Rep.Dusty Johnson
Nov. 19, 2020 Tweet - "Thank you to the dedicated doctors, nurses, & other health care professionals who work tirelessly to keep our rural communities healthy. #RuralHealthDay" Sen.John Thune
Nov. 18, 2020 Tweet - "We should be sitting down & working on a reasonable, targeted, fiscally responsible #COVID relief bill. Republicans have been more than willing to do that. But the Democrats continue to insist upon a multi-trillion dollar bill consisting of a bunch of liberal wish list items." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 18, 2020 Thune: Providing COVID Relief and Confirming Qualified Judges Among Senate Republicans' Top Priorities Sen.John Thune
Nov. 17, 2020 Tweet - "Yesterday, for the second Monday in a row, we received tremendous news about the prospects for a COVID vaccine. Moderna announced its COVID vaccine is over 90% effective -- raising the possibility that not one but two COVID vaccines may be available in the very near future." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 17, 2020 Tweet - "Republicans aren't giving up on targeted #COVID relief, but so far Democrats have shown no willingness for compromise. I hope that changes. Republicans will continue to invite our Democrat colleagues to work with us to find a middle ground." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 13, 2020 Tweet - "Visited Encompass Health in Sioux Falls today to tour their new facility & meet with their knowledgeable staff. The new post-acute hospital can provide care for patients that require intensive, skilled rehab services, while freeing up needed beds at other hospitals in the region." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 13, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of Health and Human Services - Rep. Axne Leads Charge Against Threats to 340B Drug Discount Program Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Nov. 12, 2020 Johnson Applauds Senate Passage of Impact Aid Bill Rep.Dusty Johnson
Nov. 12, 2020 President Expected to Sign Thune-Smith Bill to Ease Application Process for the Impact Aid Program During COVID-19 Pandemic Sen.John Thune, ...
Nov. 9, 2020 Tweet - "This is big news for the American people & a critical milestone in the development of a #COVID19 vaccine. Hopeful to see more good news from this trial soon." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 6, 2020 Tweet - "In Aberdeen today with the rest of the SD delegation to mark the expansion of @3M 's N95 mask production lines. This equipment will help protect our frontline workers who continue to put their own health at risk to fight #COVID19. Thank you to our health care heroes & to 3M." Sen.John Thune
Nov. 2, 2020 Tweet - "Happy Birthday to my favorite state in the union. I am so grateful to call South Dakota home." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 30, 2020 America is a Special Place Rep.Dusty Johnson
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