Leader John Thune

Senate Majority Leader. Representing South Dakota. Father. Grandfather. Husband. Sports Fan. Avid Outdoorsman. Hates Shoveling Snow.

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The year-round sale of E15 will be a huge win for producers in South Dakota and will boost the agriculture economy and rural communities across the country.

Passage of a farm bill is vital to give producers certainty in the years ahead, and I remain committed to getting it to the president’s desk to secure critical wins for South Dakota’s farmers and ranchers.

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Farm Bill 2.0 includes a provision to authorize the year-round sale of E15—providing greater certainty for consumers, supporting American biofuels and creating stronger markets for our farmers.

It's time to advance this bipartisan measure to the Senate floor.
#BuiltForFarmers #BuiltForRuralAmerica

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Thanks to Woodland Cabinetry in Sisseton for the tour today.

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Thanks to SWO Chairman Renville for having me out today for the completion of the new detention center.

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Enjoyed catching up with everyone at Rosalie’s in Sisseton.

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Great to tour @DakotaState Applied Research Corporation and discuss how South Dakota can be a leader when it comes to cybersecurity and national intelligence.

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Honored to receive the Hero of Main Street Award today at Graham Tire in Sioux Falls. Small businesses are the backbone of our communities, and I will continue to do all I can to help them grow and thrive.

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I’m glad that congressional Republicans not only prioritized removing the threat of another dangerous government shutdown, but we did our job weeks before the deadline and with bipartisan support. While funding the government is one of our most basic responsibilities, my hope is that this effort proves that government shutdowns serve no one, and we should quickly complete our work on the fiscal year 2027 appropriations process.

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Great to visit with a few small business owners in Flandreau today.

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Glad to have a conversation in Moody County this afternoon with sheriffs from around the area. I appreciate all the work law enforcement does to keep us safe.

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Enjoyed touring the SRAM Bicycle Parts Company.

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Visited Spearfish High School to see their Career and Technical Education Center. This facility will continue to help shape the future leaders of our state.

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Met with Spearfish Mayor John Senden and Kory Menken today to hear an update on the local community.

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Stopped by @BlackHillsState today to talk with President Elliot, student groups, and Athletic Director Mark Nore. Thank you for having me, and go Yellow Jackets!

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Great to see the progress on the Monument Health facility in Spearfish.

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Kimberley and I are praying for Aberdeen Mayor Travis Schaunaman and his entire family after yesterday’s tragic accident.

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Always enjoy going to Mitchell for Dakotafest. Had a great discussion about the need to pass the farm bill to secure critical wins for South Dakota’s farmers and ranchers and ensure the year-round sale of E15.

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Had a good discussion with CEO Brian Bird at the Northwestern Energy Summit in Sioux Falls.

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Enjoyed talking with South Dakotans at the Turner County Fair today.

[Senate Ag Committee Republicans @SenateAgGOP]

@LeaderJohnThune is a strong advocate for farmers. He voted to advance Farm Bill 2.0 and make E15 available year-round.

It’s time to deliver certainty for American farmers and rural communities by passing this critical, long-overdue legislation.

#BuiltForFarmers #BuiltForRuralAmerica

[Leader John Thune @LeaderJohnThune]

Great to be on hand for the groundbreaking of the James Abdnor Center for Advanced Manufacturing at Southeast Technical College today. Proud to honor the legacy of my friend and mentor, the late Sen. Jim Abdnor, with members of his family, former staff, and long-time friends.

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Always enjoy catching up with folks at the Brown County Fair.