Senator Thune participates in Avera Race Against Breast CancerMay 10th 2009The Argus-Leader reports on the Avera Race Against Breast Cancer. Senator John Thune was one of nearly 5,000 participants.Thune supports American Horsepower Challenge, encourages fitness educationApril 30th 2009From the Sioux Falls Argus Leader: The challenge has students in participating schools across the state counting their steps to compete against other states. South Dakota Sen. John Thune’s steps will be counted in South Dakota’s total because he is an honorary participant along with 22 other members of Congress. Thune calls for streamlining approval of wind projects in South DakotaApril 27th 2009"It is important that the development of this resource move forward efficiently and that South Dakota's wind energy potential is not stymied by excessive regulation and delays." - Sen. John Thune Senator Thune introduces bill to dedicate returned TARP funds to debt reductionApril 27th 2009Bill would require the Treasury to use taxpayer funds returned by financial institutions under the TARP program to reduce the national debt. Thune named a co-chair of the Congressional Internet CaucusApril 27th 2009Thune has sponsored legislation to promote the advancement of health information technology, better e-government, deployment of rural broadband and protection of youth online. |
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