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Senator Mike Rounds

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Senator Mike Rounds

@SenatorRounds

U.S. Senator for South Dakota

Fort Pierre, South Dakota

Joined January 2015

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Senator Mike Rounds
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Dec 22, 2025
Pleased to be in the Oval Office with President Donald Trump as he signed the National Defense Authorization Act into law. I worked with President Trump on this bill that delivers real results for South Dakota and our servicemembers, including a well-deserved pay raise for our
Senator Mike Rounds
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Jul 12
Saddened by the sudden loss of my friend Lindsey Graham. He was a public servant who cared deeply for South Carolina and the people he served. Lindsey was also a foreign policy hawk and a friend to our allies around the world. He had a significant role in navigating some of the
Senator Mike Rounds
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Jul 11
Today the 21st Century ROAD to Housing becomes law, marking the most comprehensive housing legislation in decades. This legislation has provisions that take real strides toward cutting red tape and modernizing existing programs, making the American dream of homeownership a
Senator Mike Rounds
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Jul 11
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Last, the Keeping Deposits Local Act would update rules regarding reciprocal deposits, which provide a stable and low-cost source of funds for lending and investment in South Dakota. This legislation establishes new thresholds for the treatment of reciprocal deposits at safe and
Senator Mike Rounds
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Jul 11
These are just four of numerous provisions in this legislation. The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act passed the Senate and the House with broad bipartisan support. This is good legislation that will have a real, positive effect on families in South Dakota and across the nation. A
Senator Mike Rounds
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Jul 4
250 years ago today, our Founding Fathers began our nation with the blessings of the Almighty. The United States of America continues to be the greatest nation in the world. Wishing all South Dakotans a happy, safe and freedom-filled Independence Day. May the good Lord continue
Senator Mike Rounds
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Jul 4
Great to join @BretBaier live from Mount Rushmore ahead of tonight’s ceremony. Can’t think of a better way to celebrate 250 years of our nation than under the great faces!
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Senator Mike Rounds
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Jul 1
Today marks one year since Senate Republicans passed the Working Families Tax Cuts Act, the largest tax relief package for the working class in history. Thanks to the WFTC, the average American family received a $3,750 tax cut and saw an 11% increase in their tax refund. In
Senator Mike Rounds
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Jun 30
As long as I am in the United States Senate, we will not be a society where woke Democrats have a say in your child’s gender identity or where girls are forced to compete against boys in sports. Pleased to see the Supreme Court of the United States ruled that States are allowed
Senator Mike Rounds
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Jun 30
Had a good time meeting students from Harrisburg North Middle School during their tour of our nation’s capital last week. They had lots of thoughtful questions for me!
Senator Mike Rounds
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Jun 30
My office continues to hear from South Dakotans on a daily basis about the issues they’re experiencing with mail delivery. At my request, the Office of the Inspector General has opened an official investigation into South Dakota’s postal service. We have heard your concerns and
Senator Mike Rounds
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Jun 30
In Highmore today as first responders, utility crews and local officials work to keep the community safe and begin the recovery process. Thanking them for their dedication and commitment during a very difficult time for their community.
Senator Mike Rounds
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Jun 26
Enjoyed speaking with students visiting DC with the South Dakota Rural Electric Association Youth Tour. This trip is a great opportunity for students to learn how electric cooperatives play an important role in strengthening rural communities.
Senator Mike Rounds
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Jun 26
Sat down with Joshua from Sioux Falls and Jonathan from Watertown representing the American Academy of Family Physicians. We had a good conversation about ways to strengthen access to primary care in South Dakota.
Senator Mike Rounds
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Jun 25
Mail service in South Dakota has continued to deteriorate, all the while the Postmaster General insists there’s no problem. As a result, I recently announced my intent to place a blanket hold on all nominations to the Board of Governors of the United States Postal Service. I will
Senator Mike Rounds
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Jun 25
Two of the very best in South Dakota agriculture. Jerry Schmitz and Glenn Muller have been my friends for years. I’ve appreciated the opportunity to work alongside them as they tirelessly advocated for South Dakota farmers, ranchers and rural communities. Their leadership has