Issues

Agriculture

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From the time I was elected to the United States House of Representatives, I have consistently supported the South Dakota family farmer and rancher. Read more...

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American Indian Affairs
Issue Icon: American Indian AffairsWith over 550 Indian tribes and Alaska Native villages in the United States, nine Indian tribes are located within the boundaries of the State of South Dakota.  Read more...
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Appropriation Requests

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One of my top priorities for South Dakota has been our state’s continued economic development. As your elected representative, it is my job to work on your behalf here in Washington, DC. Read more...

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Banking
Issue Icon: BankingAs a senior member of the Senate Banking Committee, I consider fiscal responsibility a critical foundation of our economy.  Read more...
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Budget
Issue Icon: BudgetI will continue to do all that I can to direct our nation's resources to an agenda that meets America's domestic needs and our international moral obligations.  Read more...
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Defense
Issue Icon: DefenseThroughout my career in the Congress, I have been a strong proponent of better funding for military pay, health care, education, and housing.  Read more...
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Economic Development

Issue Icon: Economic DevRural states like ours must continuously work hard to grow and prosper in an ever-changing economic environment.  Read more...

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Education
Issue Icon: EducationI have worked to make sure our children receive quality early education, elementary and secondary education, and have access to affordable and quality post-secondary education.  Read more...
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Energy
Issue Icon: EnergyAs a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, I have worked to strengthen markets for South Dakota's ethanol facilities and increase production of soy-based biodiesel. Read more...
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Environment
Issue Icon: EnvironmentAs a member of the Energy and Natural Resources Committee, I will continue working to protect our nation's precious natural resources.  Read more...
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Foreign Affairs
Issue Icon: Foreign AffairsWhile foreign aid comprises less than one percent of the federal budget, it still has a significant impact on foreign policy and military concerns.  Read more...
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Health
Issue Icon: HealthAs a member of the Senate Rural Health Caucus, I have worked with my Senate colleagues from both political parties to push for greater equity for rural patients and providers.  Read more...
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Hometown Prosperity Plan
Issue Icon: HometownThough we have already made great strides in strengthening and diversifying our economy, we're still not where we want to be.  Read more...
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Housing
Issue Icon: HousingI am a staunch advocate of rural housing needs and I use my position as a member of the Appropriations Committee to further South Dakota's housing opportunities.  Read more...
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Nutrition
Issue Icon: NutritionEven in this country of abundance, the sad reality is that many families lack the necessary resources to feed themselves and their families.  Read more...
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Social Security
Issue Icon: Social SecurityClearly we must protect the future of this program. The changing demographics of our nation will stretch the Social Security system beyond its existing financing capacity.  Read more...
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Technology
Issue Icon: TechnologyI will continue to fight for accessible and affordable Internet technology across the state.  Read more...
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Trade
Issue Icon:  TradeFree trade doesn't mean fair trade, and fair trade is crucial in keeping our agricultural producers in the fold.  Read more...
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Transportation
Issue Icon: TransportationBecause of the great distances we travel in South Dakota, we are extremely dependent on surface transportation for economic development and daily life.  Read more...
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Veterans
Issue Icon: VeteransI believe we need to do more to live up to our obligations to veterans.  Read more...
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