- 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
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With 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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- Appropriations 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
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As Chairman of the Senate Banking Committee, I consider a properly functioning financial services sector a critical part of our economy. Read more...
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- Economic Development
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Rural states like ours must continuously work hard to grow and prosper in an ever-changing economic environment. Read more...
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- Education
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I 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
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As 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
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As 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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- Federal Budget and Debt Reduction
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The federal government had three consecutive years of budget surpluses at the end of the Clinton Administration, during which time $400 billion of the national debt was repaid and a $5.6 trillion surplus was projected; we now face year after year of record budget deficits. Read more...
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- Health
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As 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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- Housing
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I am a staunch advocate of rural housing needs, and I use my position as Chairman of the Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee and as a senior member of the Appropriations Committee to improve housing opportunities in South Dakota. Read more...
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- National Security
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South Dakotans have a long, proud history of military service. This continues today with the thousands of residents who have served in Iraq and Afghanistan. Throughout my career in Congress, I have been a strong proponent of better funding for military pay, health care, education, and housing. Read more...
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- Nutrition
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Hunger is one of the most pressing problems that America faces today. Even in this country of abundance, the sad reality is that many families lack the necessary resources to feed themselves and their families. Recent increases in food prices and the economic downturn have been among the many factors contributing to the overwhelming need for hunger and nutrition programs. Read more...
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- Social Security
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Clearly 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
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I will continue to fight for accessible and affordable Internet technology across the state. Read more...
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- Trade
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Free 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
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Because 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
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I believe we need to do more to live up to our obligations to veterans. Read more...
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