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John Thune

John Thune

9/20/2025, 10:30 AM

John Thune Congressional Service

John Thune is a United States Congressman for the state of South Dakota. John currently serves as a Senator for the state of South Dakota and has served a total of 13 terms in congress.

John Thune has participated in over 1413 voting sessions, sponsored over 996 pieces of legislation, and cosponsored over over 2785 individual bills.

Stance on Important Issues

Economy

Conservative

John Thune supports pro-growth economic policies, including tax cuts and deregulation, aiming to boost business investment and job creation. He advocates for balanced budgets and reducing government spending.


Agriculture

Conservative

Thune emphasizes the importance of agriculture to the national economy and supports policies that provide farmers with financial stability and access to international markets. He also advocates for crop insurance and disaster relief programs.


Immigration

Conservative

Thune supports border security and enforcement measures to curb illegal immigration. He has called for reforms focusing on merit-based systems and opposed policies providing citizenship pathways to undocumented immigrants without enhanced security measures.


Education

Conservative

Thune advocates for local control of education and supports school choice initiatives, including charter schools and vouchers. He believes in reducing federal overreach in educational standards.


Energy

Conservative

Thune supports an all-of-the-above energy strategy, including fossil fuels, nuclear, and renewable resources. He advocates for energy independence and reducing regulatory burdens on the energy sector.


Climate change

Conservative

Thune recognizes the importance of environmental stewardship but prioritizes economic growth and energy independence. He supports technological innovations as solutions to environmental challenges rather than strict regulatory approaches.


Healthcare

Conservative

Thune favors market-based healthcare reforms and has supported efforts to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act. He advocates for increasing competition and reducing costs through deregulation and reform of medical malpractice laws.


Housing

Conservative

Thune supports policies aimed at reforming housing finance, including reducing the government's role in housing markets. He emphasizes fiscal responsibility and market-based solutions.


Transportation

Conservative

Thune advocates for investment in national infrastructure, including roads, bridges, and air traffic systems. He emphasizes efficient use of federal funds and public-private partnerships to support transportation projects.


Veterans affairs

Conservative

Thune supports initiatives to improve healthcare and employment opportunities for veterans. He has advocated for accountability in the Department of Veterans Affairs and expansion of services in rural areas.


Voting rights

Conservative

Thune has supported measures requiring voter identification and opposes federal mandates that he believes infringe on state control over elections. He emphasizes election security and integrity.

Contact John Thune

Phone Number

(202) 224-2321


State

DC


City

Washington


Address

511 Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510


Zip Code

20515

Comments

Latest Bills

To amend title III of the Public Health Service Act to ensure that Federally-qualified health centers are not required to pay more than the 340B ceiling price for covered outpatient drugs at the time of purchase.
Bill HR 7391February 11, 2026
To amend the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act to reauthorize certain water infrastructure grants, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 7476February 11, 2026
To direct the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to submit a monthly report on the status of all projects and activities funded through the Disaster Relief Fund, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 7461February 11, 2026
Electing a Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.
Bill HRES 1048February 11, 2026
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow certain distributions from long-term qualified tuition programs for first home purchases, and for other purposes.
Bill HR 7468February 11, 2026
To authorize civil actions against institutions of higher education and athletic associations that negligently or recklessly permit a biologically male student athlete to compete in an athletic competition intended exclusively for female student athletes, resulting in harm.
Bill HR 7368February 11, 2026
ROUTE Act
Bill HR 6642February 11, 2026
To amend section 477 of the Social Security Act to increase the maximum education and training voucher amount and provide greater support for foster youth pursuing postsecondary education.
Bill HR 7463February 11, 2026
Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Mardi Gras and the celebration's origins in Mobile, Alabama.
Bill HRES 1051February 11, 2026
Home School Graduation Recognition Act
Bill HR 6392February 11, 2026
A resolution notifying the President of the United States of the election of a Secretary of the Senate.
Bill SRES 9January 30, 2025
A resolution electing Jackie Barber as Secretary of the Senate.
Bill SRES 8January 30, 2025
A resolution fixing the hour of daily meeting of the Senate.
Bill SRES 7January 30, 2025
A resolution notifying the House of Representatives of the election of a President pro tempore.
Bill SRES 5January 15, 2025
A resolution authorizing the use of funds from the Senators' Official Personnel and Office Expense Account for security enhancements and services provided to Senators.
Bill SRES 413September 24, 2025
A resolution expressing support for the designation of February 15 through February 22, 2025, as "National FFA Week", recognizing the important role of the National FFA Organization in developing the next generation of leaders who will change the world, and celebrating the 90th anniversary of New Farmers of America and the 75th anniversary of the Future Farmers of America Federal charter.
Bill SRES 89February 24, 2025
A resolution expressing gratitude to the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies, the Architect of the Capitol, the Sergeant at Arms, the Secretary of the Senate, law enforcement officers, emergency personnel, and volunteers for their support in making the Presidential Inauguration a success.
Bill SRES 80February 14, 2025
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.
Bill SRES 64March 5, 2025
A resolution designating September 30, 2025, as "Impact Aid Recognition Day" to recognize and celebrate the 75th anniversary of the establishment of the Impact Aid program.
Bill SRES 406October 7, 2025
A resolution condemning the assassination of Charlie Kirk and honoring his life and legacy.
Bill SRES 391September 23, 2025