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SRES 262 - A resolution to authorize testimony, document production, and representation by the Senate Legal Counsel in the case of In re Architect of the Capitol Employment Dispute.
Chuck Schumer , John Thune
Last updated about 2 months ago
2 Co-Sponsors
A resolution to authorize testimony, document production, and representation by the Senate Legal Counsel in the case of In re Architect of the Capitol Employment Dispute.
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S 1241 - Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025
Angela Alsobrooks , Tammy Baldwin , John Barrasso , Michael Bennet , Marsha Blackburn
Last updated 4 months ago
82 Co-Sponsors
Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025
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S 593 - Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2025
Tammy Baldwin , Shelley Moore Capito , Tammy Duckworth , Dick Durbin , Joni Ernst
Last updated 6 months ago
19 Co-Sponsors
Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2025
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SRES 220 - A resolution designating the week of May 11 through May 17, 2025, as "National Police Week".
Tammy Baldwin , Jim Banks , John Barrasso , Michael Bennet , Marsha Blackburn
Last updated 3 months ago
81 Co-Sponsors
A resolution designating the week of May 11 through May 17, 2025, as "National Police Week".
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S 1261 - CONNECT for Health Act of 2025
John Barrasso , Michael Bennet , Richard Blumenthal , Cory Booker , John Boozman
Last updated 4 months ago
62 Co-Sponsors
CONNECT for Health Act of 2025
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SRES 255 - A resolution honoring the life, achievements, and legacy of former United States Senator Christopher "Kit" Bond of Missouri.
Angela Alsobrooks , Tammy Baldwin , Jim Banks , John Barrasso , Michael Bennet
Last updated 2 months ago
96 Co-Sponsors
A resolution honoring the life, achievements, and legacy of former United States Senator Christopher "Kit" Bond of Missouri.
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SRES 64 - A resolution honoring the memory of the victims of the tragic mid-air collision between American Airlines Flight 5342 and United States Army Aviation Brigade Priority Air Transport 25 on January 29, 2025.
Angela Alsobrooks , Jim Banks , Marsha Blackburn , Richard Blumenthal , Ted Budd
Last updated 6 months ago
31 Co-Sponsors
A resolution honoring the memory of the victims of the tragic mid-air collision between American Airlines Flight 5342 and United States Army Aviation Brigade Priority Air Transport 25 on January 29, 2025.
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SRES 148 - A resolution honoring the life of the Honorable Alan K. Simpson, former Senator for the State of Wyoming.
Angela Alsobrooks , Tammy Baldwin , Jim Banks , John Barrasso , Michael Bennet
Last updated 4 months ago
96 Co-Sponsors
A resolution honoring the life of the Honorable Alan K. Simpson, former Senator for the State of Wyoming.
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Message on Senate action sent to the House.
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SRES 19 - A resolution honoring the life and legacy of President Jimmy Carter and commending President Jimmy Carter for his life-long career of public service, humanitarian leadership, diplomacy, and courageous advocacy.
Angela Alsobrooks , Tammy Baldwin , Jim Banks , John Barrasso , Michael Bennet
Last updated 7 months ago
92 Co-Sponsors
A resolution honoring the life and legacy of President Jimmy Carter and commending President Jimmy Carter for his life-long career of public service, humanitarian leadership, diplomacy, and courageous advocacy.
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SRES 201 - A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of May 4, 2025, through May 10, 2025, as "National Small Business Week" to celebrate the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in every community in the United States.
Tammy Baldwin , Tammy Baldwin , Jim Banks , Jim Banks , John Barrasso
Last updated 3 months ago
155 Co-Sponsors
A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of May 4, 2025, through May 10, 2025, as "National Small Business Week" to celebrate the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in every community in the United States.
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John Thune, born on January 7, 1961, in Pierre, South Dakota, is a prominent American politician serving as the senior United States Senator from South Dakota. Raised in Murdo, South Dakota, Thune's early interest in politics was sparked during his high school years. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in business from Biola University and later obtained a Master of Business Administration from the University of South Dakota. Thune's political career began as a legislative aide to U.S. Senator Jim Abdnor, followed by roles at the Small Business Administration and as executive director of the South Dakota Republican Party. In 1996, he was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, serving three terms before honoring his pledge to limit his tenure. In 2004, Thune made history by defeating incumbent Senate Minority Leader Tom Daschle, marking the first time in 52 years that a sitting Senate party leader was unseated. He has since been re-elected multiple times, including an unopposed race in 2010. In 2024, Thune was elected Senate Majority Leader, succeeding Mitch McConnell. ,
Education and Political Experience
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Education:
- Bachelor of Arts in Business from Biola University
- Master of Business Administration from the University of South Dakota
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Political Experience:
- Legislative aide to U.S. Senator Jim Abdnor
- Appointed to the Small Business Administration under President Ronald Reagan
- Executive Director of the South Dakota Republican Party
- Elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1996, serving three terms
- Elected to the U.S. Senate in 2004, defeating incumbent Senate Minority Leader Tom Daschle
- Re-elected to the U.S. Senate in 2010 , 2016, and 2022
- Served as Senate Republican Whip from 2019 to 2024
- Elected Senate Majority Leader in 2024
Throughout his career, Thune has been recognized for his leadership within the Republican Party and his commitment to representing South Dakota's interests at the federal level.
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