“I applaud the Senate Leadership for agreeing to schedule debate on the highway bill next week. With threats of a Senate shut down looming, we need to act now to pass long overdue transportation legislation. I hope the Senate will work together to quickly pass a bill that updates our... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune helped secure $6 million in emergency funding for an extension of the Tri County water intake, providing critical relief for 14,000 people in three South Dakota counties, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced today. The emergency funding was announced by the Army Corps of Engineers in... Continue Reading
Today Senator John Thune (R-SD) named Kyle Downey as his Communications Director. Downey currently serves as Communications Director to Congressman Rob Portman (R-OH). During the recent presidential campaign, Downey volunteered for Congressman Portman, who served as the Communications Chairman for the Bush-Cheney 2004 campaign in the critical state of Ohio.... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune today said all South Dakotans should take pride in new census bureau numbers showing two South Dakota counties among the top five fastest-growing counties in America. South Dakota’s Hanson and Lincoln Counties were the nation’s fourth and fifth fastest-growing counties between July 1, 2003, and July 1,... Continue Reading
“I’m pleased this Congress was able to break years of gridlock to finally pass much-needed bankruptcy reform. This legislation now joins class action reform as two long-overdue Congressional achievements that will create new jobs and grow America’s economy. I hope we can continue to work together in a bipartisan fashion... Continue Reading
Sen. John Thune today introduced a Constitutional Amendment to protect the American flag, seeking to protect a universal symbol of freedom and a reminder of what veterans have sacrificed to defend it. “When brave Americans risk life and limb defending our flag abroad, they should know the flag is safe... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune today marked his 100th day in the U.S. Senate, saying he was proud of his accomplishments so far and hopeful that threats to shut down the Senate would not slow the legislative success. Since Thune’s swearing-in on January 4, 2005, the Congress has already passed meaningful lawsuit... Continue Reading
South Dakota’s Congressional Delegation, U.S. Senators John Thune (R-SD) and Tim Johnson (D-SD) and Representative Stephanie Herseth (D-SD) have joined together to call upon the Army Corp of Engineers to maintain their active involvement on Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe’s emergency drought situation and ensure that the Tribe does not lose... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune today announced federal funds worth over $1 million for business development and job creation in two South Dakota communities. The Northeast South Dakota Economic Corporation (NESDEC) will receive a $750,000 loan to serve Roberts County, and the Deadwood Economic Development Corporation (DEDC) will receive a loan worth... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune joined Sioux Falls resident Viktor Vozniuk to applaud Ukrainian President Viktor Yushchenko at a speech before a joint session of Congress today. Yushchenko led Ukraine’s “Orange Revolution” this winter to become President of Ukraine, a major victory for democracy and a landmark event in the history of... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune today announced a grant worth over $200,000 for the South Dakota Department of Social Services, Office of Adult Services and Aging in Pierre, South Dakota. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services will award $212,542 through the State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP). SHIP is a... Continue Reading
“Today the world celebrates the life of Pope John Paul II and mourns his passing. Today’s march of freedom began with John Paul’s solitary footsteps against Communism. While we mourn his death, we can rest assure that his presence will be felt for generations.” Audio clip available for download.
