Today Sen. John Thune (R-SD), along with Sen. Jeff Bingaham (D-NM), introduced the Safety Net Inpatient Drug Affordability Act. This legislation provides relief on the cost of drugs purchased by America’s health care providers. “High prescription drug costs are not only a problem for American consumers, they are becoming more... Continue Reading
Today, Senator John Thune (R-SD) made the following statement regarding President Bush’s nomination of Harriet Miers to the Supreme Court: “The nomination and confirmation process of Judge Roberts was a fine example of the Senate performing its Constitutional responsibility of advice and consent. Just as Judge Roberts received a fair... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune announced today that the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development has approved a $32,571 grant for the Mobridge Housing and Redevelopment Commission. “These important resources will ensure the Mobridge Housing and Redevelopment Commission can continue to offer quality services and guidance to individuals looking to... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune announced today that the United States Department of Health and Human Services has approved a $443,093 grant for the Lakota Fund in Kyle. “These important resources will lead to stronger social and economic development on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation,” Thune said. This funding will assist the... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune announced today that the United States Department of Agriculture has approved a $200,000 grant for the Oglala Lakota College in Kyle. “These important resources will go directly toward improving facilities and creating a better learning environment for Oglala Lakota College students,” Thune said. This funding will be... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune announced today that the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development has approved a $35,990 grant for the Brookings County Housing and Redevelopment Commission. “These important resources will help the Brookings County Housing and Redevelopment Commission continue to offer quality services and guidance to individuals looking... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune announced today that the United States Department of Health and Human Services has approved a $700,000 grant for the Northeast South Dakota Economic Corporation in Sisseton. “These important resources will lead to stronger, more prosperous economic development in Northeast South Dakota,” Thune said. This funding will assist... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune announced today that the United States Department of Agriculture has approved two grants in the amount of $100,000 and $300,000 for the Sisseton Wahpeton College. “These important resources will go directly toward improving facilities and creating a better learning environment for Sisseton Wahpeton College students,” Thune said.... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune announced today that the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development has approved a $70,287 grant for the Sioux Falls Housing and Redevelopment Commission. “These important resources will allow the Sioux Falls Housing and Redevelopment Commission to continue to offer quality services and guidance to individuals... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune announced today that the United States Department of Health and Human Services has approved a $487,772 grant for the Aberdeen Area Tribal Chairmen’s Health Board. “These resources will help the Aberdeen Area Tribal Chairmen’s Health Board enhance dental care and ensure a healthier community,” Thune said. This... Continue Reading
John Thune (R-SD) today voted to confirm Judge John Roberts to be Chief Justice of the United States. “It was a great privilege to cast my vote to confirm Judge Roberts today as Chief Justice of the United States,” Thune said. “He is a man of strong moral character, high... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune announced today that the United States Department of Education has approved a $332,320 grant for Health Care Medical Technologies, Inc. in Sioux Falls. “These resources will go directly toward enhancing health education and promoting healthy lifestyles among South Dakota students and their families,” Thune said. This funding... Continue Reading
