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 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
Today, the Senate passed the Fiscal 2006 Defense Appropriations bill, which includes over $30 million of Senator John Thune’s requested funding for various defense-related projects that will be spent primarily in South Dakota and at least $26 million in upgrade or development programs for the B1-B bomber and Airborne Laser... Continue Reading
Senator John Thune today released a letter expressing his support for Governor Rounds’ effort to develop the Homestake Mine in Lead. “Cutting edge scientific research taking root in Western South Dakota will draw high paying jobs to our area. By investing in this high-tech underground lab now, we are transforming... Continue Reading
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
