Senator John Thune announced today that he will be visiting Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada and Edwards Air Force Base in California to study possible future missions for Ellsworth Air Force Base. “Now that Ellsworth has been saved from closure, adding an additional mission to the base is crucial... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune today issued the following statement thanking American soldiers for their service this Thanksgiving: “As South Dakotans gather to celebrate Thanksgiving, I hope we all can pause to give thanks for the men and women in uniform who make it possible for us to live every day in... Continue Reading
Early this morning, Senator John Thune voted in favor of the Tax Relief Act of 2005, legislation that would continue existing tax policy and avoid significant tax increases in the five-year period by extending certain expiring provisions. This bill passed the Senate by a vote of 64-33. “Today’s tax relief... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune today announced passage of the conference report for the Fiscal Year 2006 Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations bill. “I was proud to support this important funding package because of the many direct benefits it will provide to South Dakota—to our veterans, our active military and many... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune today joined the Senate in passing the conference report on the Fiscal Year 2006 Transportation, Treasury, the Judiciary, HUD, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill (TTJHUD). This bill funds the Departments of Transportation, Treasury, and Housing and Urban Development, as well as the Federal Judiciary and Supreme Court,... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune today voted in favor of the Deficit Reduction Act, which will reduce the national deficit by $35 billion. This bill, which passed 52-47, is the first deficit reduction bill since 1997. “I was proud today to vote in favor of a thoughtful package that reduces our nation’s... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune today voted against the Agriculture Appropriations Conference Report because it contained an unacceptable two-year delay of the Country of Origin Labeling law (COOL). Senator Thune has been working to implement COOL since his days as a Member of the U.S. House of Representatives: “Country of Origin Labeling... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune (R-SD) made the following statement today regarding President Bush’s nomination of Judge Samuel Alito to the United States Supreme Court: “Samuel Alito appears to be a highly experienced judge whose qualifications make him an excellent nominee for the U.S. Supreme Court. The Senate is responsible for providing... Continue Reading
The U.S. Senate today passed an amendment offered by Senator John Thune (R-SD) to the Fiscal Year 2006 Labor-HHS appropriations bill that sets aside $10 million for the Office for the Advancement of Telehealth to increase access to telehealth resources across the nation: “Whether it’s an expectant mother or an... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune (R-SD) today offered an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2006 Labor-HHS appropriations bill that would set aside $10 million for the Office for the Advancement of Telehealth to increase access to telehealth resources across the nation: “Access to health care is a growing concern among Americans across... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune (R-SD) today issued the following statement as oil companies began releasing third quarter profits and House Republican Leadership called on oil companies to explain their profits and what efforts they are making to bring down the cost of fuel: “I commend the House Republican Leadership for stepping... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune (R-SD) today applauded House passage of the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act, legislation he cosponsored in the Senate. Congress now sends this legislation to the President for his signature. “In South Dakota, we have a great respect for the firearms industry, which provides more than... Continue Reading
