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Oct. 28, 2020 Rounds, Loeffler Introduce Bill to Curb Veteran Homelessness Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Oct. 26, 2020 Thune Joins "Full Court Press" with Greta Van Susteren Sen. John Thune
Oct. 26, 2020 Tweet - "Democrats' attempted delay antics over the last seven-plus days were absurd. After they voted to block COVID relief multiple times & tried to adjourn the Senate entirely, Dems suddenly brought up a completely unrealistic "relief" bill to delay the #SCOTUS vote. Pure theatrics." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 25, 2020 Thune Joins Fox News's "Cavuto LIVE' to Discuss Judge Amy Coney Barrett and COVID-19 Relief Negotiations Sen. John Thune
Oct. 21, 2020 Johnson, Spanberger Introduce SAVE for Seniors Act to Guarantee Access to Free COVID-19 Vaccine for Medicare Beneficiaries Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Oct. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Hard to believe that Senate Democrats just voted AGAIN to block COVID relief. There are Americans who can't feed their families because of the economic side effects of COVID-19 shutdowns, yet Democrats still refuse to act unless GOP allows 2.4 trillion in irresponsible spending." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 20, 2020 Tweet - "Why haven't we passed more COVID relief? Let's boil this down, because it's pretty simple. Dems are sabotaging negotiations & holding relief hostage over blue-state bailouts. Pelosi's all-or-nothing negotiating tactics can't work, & sadly, it's Americans who'll pay the price." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 16, 2020 Happy National School Lunch Week Rep. Dusty Johnson
Oct. 14, 2020 Tweet - "Had a great discussion at @USD 's panel on the business implications of COVID-19 & the challenges/opportunities it could present for South Dakota. Thanks to @USDPresident Gestring & Biz School Dean @Venky4 for inviting me to speak & meet some of their impressive students." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 14, 2020 Tweet - "Republicans have tried for months to pass targeted support for Americans affected by COVID. We've proposed multiple relief bills, but Pelosi's demand is hundreds of billions for blue state bailouts or no deal. How can we find common ground when this is how she negotiates?" Sen. John Thune
Oct. 12, 2020 Tweet - "Today, in South Dakota, we're celebrating Native Americans' Day. I am proud to serve all of our Dakota, Nakota, and Lakota people, and I'm thankful to live in a state that celebrates its Native American history & traditions." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 12, 2020 Tweet - "Watching today's hearing, you would've thought it was a floor debate on health care. Dems know they can't fault Judge Barrett on her merits, so they're relying on scare tactics. The truth is, we have no idea how she will rule on any case. But we do know she'll follow the law." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 9, 2020 Rounds Statement on Official VA Action to Keep Hot Springs VA Campus Open Sen. Mike Rounds
Oct. 9, 2020 Letter to Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Loeffler Urges HHS to Avoid Creating New Financial Hardships for Rural Hospitals Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Oct. 8, 2020 Tweet - "Nancy Pelosi is holding key COVID aid hostage unless Congress adds trillions more to the national debt. Targeted COVID relief? "No." Cross mark Lifeline for small businesses? "No." Cross mark Airline employee assistance? "No." Cross mark It's pretty clear she's putting politics above policy." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 2, 2020 Rounds, Smith Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Help Health Care Providers Continue Delivering Telehealth Services to Rural America Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Oct. 2, 2020 The PRICE is Right Rep. Dusty Johnson
Oct. 2, 2020 Tweet - "Praying for the continued health of our president and first lady after their #COVID19 diagnosis and for all Americans who have been affected by this awful virus. We're still in this fight together." Sen. John Thune
Oct. 1, 2020 Rounds Introduces Bill to Reform NRCS to Better Serve South Dakota Farmers, Ranchers and Landowners Sen. Mike Rounds
Oct. 1, 2020 Johnson Introduces Sweeping Cattle Reform Bill Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Oct. 1, 2020 U.S. Senators Tina Smith & Mike Rounds Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Help Health Care Providers Continue Delivering Telehealth Services to Rural America Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 30, 2020 Johnson Legislation Honoring Ben Reifel Passes the House Rep. Dusty Johnson
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, ...
Sept. 25, 2020 Weekly Windup Rep. Dusty Johnson
Sept. 25, 2020 Tweet - "Link to LIVE coverage of the buffalo roundup at Custer State Park starting at 9:30 a.m. MT. One of the best events of the year. Enjoy!" Sen. John Thune
Sept. 24, 2020 What They're Saying: Conaway Leads Introduction of Digital Commodity Legislation Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "When Republicans saw Dems had left key ag funding out of the CR, we demanded it be fixed. It's been a hard year for farmers/ranchers: low commodity prices, bad weather, difficulties w/ markets, and -- of course -- #COVID. Very glad we were able to get this funding back in the bill." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "During New York's toughest moments of #COVID19, medical professionals from around the country stepped in to help. Instead of gratitude, Gov. Cuomo demanded these workers pay NY's (famously high) income tax while there." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "Very mature. America is battling a global pandemic and mourning the loss of a Supreme Court justice, but Chuck Schumer is determined to prevent committees from meeting on important topics like election security. #TemperTantrum" Sen. John Thune
Sept. 21, 2020 Johnson Tribal School Bill Passes the House Rep. Dusty Johnson
Sept. 21, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. James Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee - Tester Spearheads Senate Call to Ensure his Landmark Agent Orange Exposure Bill is Included in Final Annual Defense Bill Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Speaker Pelosi has withheld vital CCC funding from the House govt funding bill -- reneging on the previous bipartisan agreement. This $ would go toward helping American farmers hit hard by the pandemic, feeding children who normally rely on school lunches, & other vital areas." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 18, 2020 Johnson Statement on CFAP Announcement Rep. Dusty Johnson
Sept. 18, 2020 Tweet - "Good to see this admin supporting American farmers & ranchers. The @USDA announced second round of vital #CFAP $ to help producers hit hard by #COVID19. At the beginning of #COVID19, there was concern over food shortages. We have our f&r to thank for these fears not coming true." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Senators Collins, Reed Call for Financial Assistance for Bus & Passenger Ferry Industries in Next COVID-19 Relief Package Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 18, 2020 Tweet - "I couldn't agree more. @DepSecSteve is an old friend and colleague of mine and one of the best advocates for the American ag community. We spoke just this morning about providing additional relief funding to farmers & ranchers impacted by #COVID19. I thank him for his service." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 17, 2020 Problem Solvers Caucus unveils "March to Common Ground" COVID stimulus framework Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 17, 2020 Langevin, Cicilline, Johnson, Introduce Stopgap Measure to Continue Transportation Projects During the Pandemic Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex M. Azar, Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Sen. Moran Joins Bipartisan Effort Urging Hhs to Address Pharmaceutical Companies Undermining 340 B Program Sen. John Thune, ...
Sept. 15, 2020 Problem Solvers Caucus unveils "March to Common Ground" COVID stimulus framework Rep. Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 15, 2020 Tweet - "Senate Dems recently filibustered: Relief funding for schools COVID vaccine funding Stimulus payments to Americans Police reform Now, they're saying they would eliminate the filibuster. This situation stretches the meaning of irony -- even by Washington standards." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 15, 2020 Blackburn, Thune Move to Expand TSA PreCheck Enrollment Options for Rural Americans Sen. John Thune, ...
Sept. 14, 2020 Tweet - "Exciting to see the Air Force's B-21 basing process is continuing to advance. We were proud to have Ellsworth AFB named the best site to host the first main operating base for the Raider. These draft EIS numbers back up that decision. More info: https://b21eis.com" Sen. John Thune
Sept. 14, 2020 Delegation Applauds Environmental Protection Agency Decision to Deny "Gap-Year' Small Refinery Exemption Petitions Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 11, 2020 Tweet - "On the anniversary of 9/11, we remember to #NeverForget & continue to honor the legacy set by all the brave Americans who sacrificed that day. There are countless examples of super-human bravery on #September11. This story of #Flight93 is one of the most striking examples." Sen. John Thune
Sept. 10, 2020 With Delegation Support, Department of Transportation Awards South Dakota Critical Highway Funding Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. James Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee - Barrasso Leads Bipartisan, Bicameral Letter Calling for the USE IT Act in NDAA Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - To Help Maine's Rural Veterans, Senator King and Bipartisan Group of Senators Call for VA Voice Telehealth Services Sen. Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 10, 2020 Never Forget Sen. John Thune
Sept. 10, 2020 Tweet - "It's wild to me that Dems just blocked GOP's bill that would've put billions in relief funds toward students, vaccine research, American jobs, & more areas of immediate need. Even if it didn't contain all the spending Dems want, isn't targeted relief better than no relief?" Sen. John Thune
Date Title Politician
Oct. 28, 2020 Rounds, Loeffler Introduce Bill to Curb Veteran Homelessness Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Oct. 26, 2020 Thune Joins "Full Court Press" with Greta Van Susteren Sen.John Thune
Oct. 26, 2020 Tweet - "Democrats' attempted delay antics over the last seven-plus days were absurd. After they voted to block COVID relief multiple times & tried to adjourn the Senate entirely, Dems suddenly brought up a completely unrealistic "relief" bill to delay the #SCOTUS vote. Pure theatrics." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 25, 2020 Thune Joins Fox News's "Cavuto LIVE' to Discuss Judge Amy Coney Barrett and COVID-19 Relief Negotiations Sen.John Thune
Oct. 21, 2020 Johnson, Spanberger Introduce SAVE for Seniors Act to Guarantee Access to Free COVID-19 Vaccine for Medicare Beneficiaries Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Oct. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Hard to believe that Senate Democrats just voted AGAIN to block COVID relief. There are Americans who can't feed their families because of the economic side effects of COVID-19 shutdowns, yet Democrats still refuse to act unless GOP allows 2.4 trillion in irresponsible spending." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 20, 2020 Tweet - "Why haven't we passed more COVID relief? Let's boil this down, because it's pretty simple. Dems are sabotaging negotiations & holding relief hostage over blue-state bailouts. Pelosi's all-or-nothing negotiating tactics can't work, & sadly, it's Americans who'll pay the price." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 16, 2020 Happy National School Lunch Week Rep.Dusty Johnson
Oct. 14, 2020 Tweet - "Had a great discussion at @USD 's panel on the business implications of COVID-19 & the challenges/opportunities it could present for South Dakota. Thanks to @USDPresident Gestring & Biz School Dean @Venky4 for inviting me to speak & meet some of their impressive students." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 14, 2020 Tweet - "Republicans have tried for months to pass targeted support for Americans affected by COVID. We've proposed multiple relief bills, but Pelosi's demand is hundreds of billions for blue state bailouts or no deal. How can we find common ground when this is how she negotiates?" Sen.John Thune
Oct. 12, 2020 Tweet - "Today, in South Dakota, we're celebrating Native Americans' Day. I am proud to serve all of our Dakota, Nakota, and Lakota people, and I'm thankful to live in a state that celebrates its Native American history & traditions." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 12, 2020 Tweet - "Watching today's hearing, you would've thought it was a floor debate on health care. Dems know they can't fault Judge Barrett on her merits, so they're relying on scare tactics. The truth is, we have no idea how she will rule on any case. But we do know she'll follow the law." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 9, 2020 Rounds Statement on Official VA Action to Keep Hot Springs VA Campus Open Sen.Mike Rounds
Oct. 9, 2020 Letter to Hon. Alex Azar, Secretary of the Dept. of Health and Human Services - Loeffler Urges HHS to Avoid Creating New Financial Hardships for Rural Hospitals Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Oct. 8, 2020 Tweet - "Nancy Pelosi is holding key COVID aid hostage unless Congress adds trillions more to the national debt. Targeted COVID relief? "No." Cross mark Lifeline for small businesses? "No." Cross mark Airline employee assistance? "No." Cross mark It's pretty clear she's putting politics above policy." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 2, 2020 Rounds, Smith Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Help Health Care Providers Continue Delivering Telehealth Services to Rural America Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Oct. 2, 2020 The PRICE is Right Rep.Dusty Johnson
Oct. 2, 2020 Tweet - "Praying for the continued health of our president and first lady after their #COVID19 diagnosis and for all Americans who have been affected by this awful virus. We're still in this fight together." Sen.John Thune
Oct. 1, 2020 Rounds Introduces Bill to Reform NRCS to Better Serve South Dakota Farmers, Ranchers and Landowners Sen.Mike Rounds
Oct. 1, 2020 Johnson Introduces Sweeping Cattle Reform Bill Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Oct. 1, 2020 U.S. Senators Tina Smith & Mike Rounds Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Help Health Care Providers Continue Delivering Telehealth Services to Rural America Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 30, 2020 Johnson Legislation Honoring Ben Reifel Passes the House Rep.Dusty Johnson
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, ...
Sept. 25, 2020 Weekly Windup Rep.Dusty Johnson
Sept. 25, 2020 Tweet - "Link to LIVE coverage of the buffalo roundup at Custer State Park starting at 9:30 a.m. MT. One of the best events of the year. Enjoy!" Sen.John Thune
Sept. 24, 2020 What They're Saying: Conaway Leads Introduction of Digital Commodity Legislation Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "When Republicans saw Dems had left key ag funding out of the CR, we demanded it be fixed. It's been a hard year for farmers/ranchers: low commodity prices, bad weather, difficulties w/ markets, and -- of course -- #COVID. Very glad we were able to get this funding back in the bill." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "During New York's toughest moments of #COVID19, medical professionals from around the country stepped in to help. Instead of gratitude, Gov. Cuomo demanded these workers pay NY's (famously high) income tax while there." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 23, 2020 Tweet - "Very mature. America is battling a global pandemic and mourning the loss of a Supreme Court justice, but Chuck Schumer is determined to prevent committees from meeting on important topics like election security. #TemperTantrum" Sen.John Thune
Sept. 21, 2020 Johnson Tribal School Bill Passes the House Rep.Dusty Johnson
Sept. 21, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. James Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee - Tester Spearheads Senate Call to Ensure his Landmark Agent Orange Exposure Bill is Included in Final Annual Defense Bill Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 21, 2020 Tweet - "Speaker Pelosi has withheld vital CCC funding from the House govt funding bill -- reneging on the previous bipartisan agreement. This $ would go toward helping American farmers hit hard by the pandemic, feeding children who normally rely on school lunches, & other vital areas." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 18, 2020 Johnson Statement on CFAP Announcement Rep.Dusty Johnson
Sept. 18, 2020 Tweet - "Good to see this admin supporting American farmers & ranchers. The @USDA announced second round of vital #CFAP $ to help producers hit hard by #COVID19. At the beginning of #COVID19, there was concern over food shortages. We have our f&r to thank for these fears not coming true." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 18, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, and the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader - Senators Collins, Reed Call for Financial Assistance for Bus & Passenger Ferry Industries in Next COVID-19 Relief Package Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 18, 2020 Tweet - "I couldn't agree more. @DepSecSteve is an old friend and colleague of mine and one of the best advocates for the American ag community. We spoke just this morning about providing additional relief funding to farmers & ranchers impacted by #COVID19. I thank him for his service." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 17, 2020 Problem Solvers Caucus unveils "March to Common Ground" COVID stimulus framework Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 17, 2020 Langevin, Cicilline, Johnson, Introduce Stopgap Measure to Continue Transportation Projects During the Pandemic Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 17, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Alex M. Azar, Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Sen. Moran Joins Bipartisan Effort Urging Hhs to Address Pharmaceutical Companies Undermining 340 B Program Sen.John Thune, ...
Sept. 15, 2020 Problem Solvers Caucus unveils "March to Common Ground" COVID stimulus framework Rep.Dusty Johnson, ...
Sept. 15, 2020 Tweet - "Senate Dems recently filibustered: Relief funding for schools COVID vaccine funding Stimulus payments to Americans Police reform Now, they're saying they would eliminate the filibuster. This situation stretches the meaning of irony -- even by Washington standards." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 15, 2020 Blackburn, Thune Move to Expand TSA PreCheck Enrollment Options for Rural Americans Sen.John Thune, ...
Sept. 14, 2020 Tweet - "Exciting to see the Air Force's B-21 basing process is continuing to advance. We were proud to have Ellsworth AFB named the best site to host the first main operating base for the Raider. These draft EIS numbers back up that decision. More info: https://b21eis.com" Sen.John Thune
Sept. 14, 2020 Delegation Applauds Environmental Protection Agency Decision to Deny "Gap-Year' Small Refinery Exemption Petitions Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 11, 2020 Tweet - "On the anniversary of 9/11, we remember to #NeverForget & continue to honor the legacy set by all the brave Americans who sacrificed that day. There are countless examples of super-human bravery on #September11. This story of #Flight93 is one of the most striking examples." Sen.John Thune
Sept. 10, 2020 With Delegation Support, Department of Transportation Awards South Dakota Critical Highway Funding Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Adam Smith, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. Mac Thornberry, Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, the Hon. James Inhofe, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and the Hon. Jack Reed, Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee - Barrasso Leads Bipartisan, Bicameral Letter Calling for the USE IT Act in NDAA Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 10, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Robert Wilkie, Secretary of Veterans Affairs - To Help Maine's Rural Veterans, Senator King and Bipartisan Group of Senators Call for VA Voice Telehealth Services Sen.Mike Rounds, ...
Sept. 10, 2020 Never Forget Sen.John Thune
Sept. 10, 2020 Tweet - "It's wild to me that Dems just blocked GOP's bill that would've put billions in relief funds toward students, vaccine research, American jobs, & more areas of immediate need. Even if it didn't contain all the spending Dems want, isn't targeted relief better than no relief?" Sen.John Thune
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