“On Veterans Day, we pay tribute to our nation’s veterans, who symbolize the very best of America: honor, duty, and patriotism. We should remember the sacrifices made by these brave men and women every day, but this is a special day set aside just for them. “Each of America’s veterans... Continue Reading
Senators Tim Johnson and John Thune, Congresswoman Stephanie Herseth and Governor Mike Rounds today commented on a report issued by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) that touts the benefits of the DM&E rail improvement project for agricultural producers. The report highlights the benefits to the agriculture sector by... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune today issued the below statement following Senate passage of the conference report accompanying the FY2007 Defense Appropriations bill, which included several requests Senator Thune made on behalf of various South Dakota defense-related initiatives. The Defense Appropriations bill will now be sent to the President’s desk for his... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune today issued the following statement after Senate passage of the Secure Fence Act of 2006: “The United States is a nation of immigrants, but it is also a nation committed to the rule of law. America will continue to welcome immigrants to its shores, but they must... Continue Reading
“I’m disappointed this critical relief package was not passed before we adjourn for October,” Thune said. “The fight for disaster relief for South Dakota farmers and ranchers is far from over, however. As soon as the Senate comes back in November, I will be working with Senator Johnson to look... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune today visited with the returning South Dakota troops of Charlie Battery. He joined them for breakfast at Fort Dix Army Base in New Jersey. The soldiers of the South Dakota Army National Guard – Charlie Battery, 1st Battalion, 147th Field Artillery returned to the United States this... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune today voted in favor of the Military Commissions Act of 2006, which passed the Senate by a vote of 65 to 34. The Military Commissions Act would create a fair and constitutionally sound framework for trying suspected terrorists. Furthermore, the bill would protect both our nation’s intelligence... Continue Reading
Governor Mike Rounds, Senator Tim Johnson, Senator John Thune, and Congresswoman Stephanie Herseth announced today that U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Undersecretary Jeff Shane will visit Huron on Tuesday, October 3, 2006, to hear from supporters of the DM&E rail upgrade project. Members of the media are also invited to... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune today issued the following statement regarding the announcement by the Department of Health and Human Services that South Dakota is one of six states that has been selected to participate in the Own Your Future campaign, an aggressive education and outreach effort designed to help residents take... Continue Reading
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) today named Senator John Thune as a “Guardian of Small Business” for a strong voting record on behalf of America’s small businesses. Senator Thune had a 100 percent NFIB voting record in the 109th Congress. “Our small businesses in South Dakota and across... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune today made the following remarks after it was announced that South Dakota Army National Guard – Battery C, 1st Battalion, 147th Field Artillery (Charlie Battery) has left Baghdad and begun the process of returning home: “Charlie Battery has completed its mission with honor and valor. They left... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune today spoke again on the Senate Floor urging his Democrat colleagues to work together to pass his bipartisan legislation to expand alternative fuel infrastructure, which is currently being blocked by an anonymous Democrat hold. He noted the growing need to pass this kind of legislation and transition... Continue Reading
