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News from July 2025

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Thune urges bipartisan backing for $9 billion cut targeting specific foreign aid programs

By D. R. Daley | Jul 15, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the Senate, focusing on efforts by Republicans to address what they describe as wasteful federal spending.

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How many H-1B petitions were made by South Dakota employers during 2024?

By R. D. Pittman | Jul 14, 2025

In 2024, 910 H-1B petitions were filed by employers located in South Dakota, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employers Data Hub.

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Thune highlights Senate progress on agriculture appropriations supporting U.S. farming sector

By D. R. Daley | Jul 14, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the Senate floor to discuss the progress of the appropriations process, highlighting recent bipartisan efforts in advancing fiscal year 2026 funding bills.

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VA provides 11.4% fewer home purchase loans in South Dakota in Q1

By Rushmore State News | Jul 14, 2025

There were 256 VA home purchases in South Dakota in the first quarter of the VA's fiscal year 2025, totaling $88.3 million in loans, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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South Dakota ranks 47th in total VA home loans during Q1

By Rushmore State News | Jul 11, 2025

South Dakota ranked 47th in the nation in VA home loans in the first quarter of 2025, with 449 loans issued, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Which type of South Dakota companies were inspected the most by FDA in Q2?

By M. M. Stapleton | Jul 11, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted two inspections at two Veterinary companies from South Dakota in the second quarter of 2025.

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Kenel man convicted for sexual abuse of minor by federal jury

By Rushmore State News | Jul 11, 2025

United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell has announced the conviction of Jesse Norman White Bull, 45, from Kenel, South Dakota.

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NFIB South Dakota comments on new small business optimism report

By Rushmore State News | Jul 11, 2025

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index saw a slight decline in June, dropping by 0.2 points to 98.6, which remains above the long-term average of 98.

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Rounds introduces bipartisan bill aimed at reforming federal homeless assistance

By D. R. Daley | Jul 10, 2025

U.S. Senators Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), Tina Smith (D-Minn.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), and Jack Reed (D-R.I.) have introduced the Reducing Homelessness Through Program Reform Act.

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Thune emphasizes continued focus on confirming federal judges under new Trump nominations

By F. D. Mathis | Jul 10, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the Senate floor regarding the upcoming consideration of judicial nominees, specifically mentioning Whitney Hermandorfer of Tennessee for the United States Circuit Judge position on the...

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Thune highlights Republican legislative achievements; criticizes Democratic delays on nominations

By D. R. Daley | Jul 9, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the press on Wednesday, highlighting recent legislative achievements by Senate Republicans and criticizing Democrats for what he described as obstructionist tactics.

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Thune discusses fiscal reforms and program changes following new legislation

By D. R. Daley | Jul 9, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) appeared on Fox News with Martha MacCallum to discuss recent legislative changes aimed at addressing the national debt and reforming government programs.

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Thune outlines Senate GOP achievements during first half of congressional session

By F. D. Mathis | Jul 9, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) reviewed the first six months of the 119th Congress, highlighting a series of legislative and procedural actions undertaken by Senate Republicans since gaining the majority.

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South Dakota ranked 29th in average VA home loan amount in Q1

By Rushmore State News | Jul 8, 2025

With $352,228 in home loans issued, South Dakota ranked 29th in average loan amount for VA home loans in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Thune expresses condolences following deadly Texas flooding

By A. C. James | Jul 8, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the Senate to comment on the severe flooding that struck Texas over the weekend.

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Senator John Thune highlights GOP legislative agenda focused on taxes, security

By D. R. Daley | Jul 8, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the Senate, highlighting recent legislative achievements by Republicans that he says fulfill promises made to Americans ahead of last year’s elections.

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Sioux Falls man sentenced for failing to register as sex offender

By Rushmore State News | Jul 8, 2025

A Sioux Falls man has been sentenced to nearly three years in federal prison for failing to register as a sex offender.

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Yankton man receives 22-year sentence for fentanyl distribution causing injury

By Rushmore State News | Jul 8, 2025

United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced that a Yankton, South Dakota man has been sentenced for distributing a controlled substance resulting in serious bodily injury. U.S. District Chief Judge Roberto A. Lange sentenced Matthew...

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SoDak National Junior Rodeo set for October debut at Dakota Events CompleX

By Rushmore State News | Jul 6, 2025

The South Dakota State Fair Foundation has announced the first SoDak National Junior Rodeo, scheduled for October 10-12, 2025, at the Dakota Events CompleX (DEX) on the South Dakota State Fairgrounds in Huron.

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Number of VA loans issued in South Dakota increased by 65.1% from Q1 2024 to Q1 2025

By Rushmore State News | Jul 5, 2025

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 449 home loans in South Dakota, totaling $158.2 million, during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.