{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "is_view": false, "human_description_en": "where chamber = \"House\", state = \"SD\" and year = 2023 sorted by date descending", "rows": [["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-provisions-signed-law", "Johnson Provisions Signed into Law", "2023-12-22", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, two provisions led by U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) in the 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) were signed into law. The provisions would create a congressional charter for the National American Indian Veterans (NAIV) organization and ban the use of LOGINK, a Chinese Communist Party (CCP) state-controlled shipping platform, at U.S. ports.\n\n\u201cSecuring these provisions will protect our imports and exports from the CCP\u2019s spying eyes and ensure our Native American veterans get long-overdue recognition they deserve,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAfter years of hard work and team effort, I\u2019m glad to see more success for South Dakota.\u201d\n\n\u201cSigning the NDAA into law is important for our country in so many ways and strengthens our military. This bill includes a provision the NAIV has been working on for many years: a provision to grant NAIV a federal charter. On behalf of all of our Native veterans, I want to thank Congressman Dusty Johnson and all the supporters of this section that means so much to the Native men and women who have honorably served for more than 200 years,\u201d said Don Loudner, National Commander, National American Indian Veterans.\n\nLOGINK Background:\n\nLOGINK is used at more than 20 ports worldwide and stores unrivaled data and visibility into global shipping container flows. It\u2019s estimated the CCP and its state-controlled shipping platform have contact with at least half of the global shipping container flows. If LOGINK gained access to U.S. carriers and ports, the CCP would be at an extreme competitive advantage, allowing them to underbid foreign competitors and further increase dependency on Chinese markets.\n\nIn March, Johnson introduced legislation to ban LOGINK. Read the full amendment text here.\n\nNational American Indian Veterans Congressional Charter Background:\n\nCongress grants charters to recognize patriotic and national organizations that operate solely for charitable, literary, educational, scientific or civil improvement purposes. Headquartered in South Dakota on the Cheyenne River Reservation, the NAIV is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advocating for tribal veterans nationwide. According to the Department of Veterans Affairs, there are more than 140,000 Native American veterans in the United States. While congressional charters have been granted to Italian-American, Polish-American and Catholic-American veterans groups, as of today, no Native American veterans\u2019 organization has received one, yet Native Americans serve in our military at five times the national average.\n\nOriginally established in 2004, today the NAIV serves the needs of Native American veterans in all 50 states. NAIV was formed as a result of a request by former Senators Daniel Akaka (D-Hawaii), Daniel Inouye (D-Hawaii) and Ben Nighthorse Campbell (R-Colo.) during a Senate Veterans\u2019 Affairs Committee hearing in 2004.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-announces-2024-congressional-app-challenge-winner", "Johnson Announces 2024 Congressional App Challenge Winner", "2023-12-19", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) congratulated Congressional App Challenge winner Casie Dale from Spearfish, South Dakota. Casie coded an app called \u201cSiren Shield.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs technology becomes more important in our society, so does technological literacy,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cI am proud to see young folks like Casie involved in these fields, and I\u2019m impressed her app has a real-world impact.\u201d\n\nCasie created \u201cSiren Shield\u201d to wirelessly activate a Hail Protection System to protect gardens and windows. The app actively listens for the tone of the local weather siren, and once detected, a motor lowers a shield onto the garden and window to protect from hail.\n\nCasie says, \u201cI have lived in Spearfish, South Dakota for almost thirteen years and have had to contend with the hail season annually\u2026Past solutions have always gotten in the way of tending to our garden though\u2026The app/robot will detect and respond when the weather siren goes off to protect our garden and windows from hailstorms, and when it is not needed, it will retract out of the way.\u201d\n\nAnnually, students from each congressional district compete in the App Challenge. This year, Casie\u2019s app will be displayed in the Capitol, featured online, and she will have the chance to participate in #HouseofCode, a gathering of all the current year\u2019s winners.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-secures-south-dakota-wins-annual-defense-bill", "Johnson Secures South Dakota Wins in Annual Defense Bill", "2023-12-14", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, the House passed the 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) with two bills led by U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.). One provision would create a congressional charter for the National American Indian Veterans (NAIV) organization, while another bans the use of LOGINK, a Chinese Communist Party (CCP) state-controlled shipping platform, at U.S. ports. The NDAA now heads to the president\u2019s desk.\n\nThe NDAA also includes:\n\n$269 million for construction projects at Ellsworth Air Force Base.\n\n$2.325 billion for B-21 procurement.\n\n$5.25 million to complete the construction of the National Guard Readiness Center in Sioux Falls.\n\nA 5.2% pay raise for troops \u2013 the largest pay raise in over 20 years.\n\n\u201cSouth Dakota and our troops will certainly benefit from the NDAA,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cOur military will be stronger and our nation will be more secure. I\u2019m proud of the work done to support our state.\u201d\n\nIn March, Johnson introduced legislation to ban LOGINK. Read the full amendment text here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-bill-included-select-committee-china-economic-report", "Johnson Bill Included in Select Committee on China Economic Report", "2023-12-12", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, the Select Committee on the China voted to pass its report addressing America\u2019s economic and technological competition with the Chinese Communist Party, which includes the PRC Accountability and Divestment Act, led by U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.).\n\n\u201cBankrolling the growth of China\u2019s economy is a direct threat to American values,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cThe Select Committee\u2019s thoughtful and targeted economic recommendations will lessen our reliance on China without blindly decoupling, which would pose risks to our own economy.\u201d\n\nJohnson introduced the PRC Accountability and Divestment Act in November with the support of Governor Kristi Noem. Read Johnson and Noem\u2019s op-ed here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-calls-committee-field-hearings-indian-country", "Johnson Calls for Committee Field Hearings in Indian Country", "2023-12-04", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) called on the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies to hold field hearings on Indian reservations to learn about the challenges faced by tribal law enforcement in the Great Plains.\n\n\u201cAs I speak with leaders from South Dakota\u2019s nine tribes, it is clear the number one concern facing Indian reservations is the dismal state of law enforcement,\u201d Johnson wrote. \u201cTribal communities are desperate for relief\u2026The federal government [should honor] the commitment we made and works to meet the law enforcement needs of Indian country.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe praise Rep. Dusty Johnson\u2019s action today to request House field hearings on tribal law enforcement needs in the Great Plains. We welcome these hearings as an opportunity for Members of the House to hear firsthand about the crisis we face every day in our tribal communities. A generation of our people are now born plagued by gangs and cartels, human and drug trafficking, organized crime, abuse, and murder. The sole provider of law enforcement services to the Oglala Sioux Tribe is the federal government, and this plague has only grown under their administration in the last 20 years. After years of effort to raise awareness about the dire public safety situation on our lands and our victory in court, we still need federal decision-makers to focus on the reality of public safety in Indian Country in the Great Plains and to take the bold actions to address it. We thank Rep. Dusty Johnson for being an unwavering ally in our fight for the survival of our people. We look forward to a frank discussion with Congress at the field hearings and a plan of action to address this problem once and for all,\u201d said President Frank Star Comes Out Oglala Sioux Tribe.\n\nJohnson has fought to secure resources for tribal police departments and has been a leader on legislation such as the Tribal COPS Act and the Invest to Protect Act.\n\nBackground:\n\nThis year, Crow Creek Sioux Tribe and Oglala Sioux Tribe each issued a State of Emergency on their reservations due to insufficient law enforcement in their communities. The Oglala Sioux Tribe has only 33 officers to cover land areas of more than 3 million square acres.\n\nOglala Sioux Tribe Chief of Police Algin Young shared how his officers must work 80 hours of overtime each month in an Interior Appropriations Subcommittee Hearing earlier this year.\n\nReservations face violent crime rates much higher than the national average.\n\nThe Pine Ridge Reservation has only one officer to every 1,333 persons and face slow response times as long as thirty minutes.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-continues-commitment-secure-border", "Johnson Continues Commitment to Secure the Border", "2023-12-01", "2023", "2023-12", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 This week, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) cosponsored three bills to strengthen security and policies at the southern border.\n\n\u201cUnder the Biden Administration\u2019s weak border policies, every state has become a border state,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAn increase in drugs and crime is seen in communities across America. I remain committed to securing the border to keep South Dakota families safe.\u201d\n\nThe Biden Administration\u2019s border policies have increased the monthly average of illegal crossings by 368 percent from September 2020 vs. September 2023. Although South Dakota is 1,000 miles from the southern border, illegal immigration has cost our state $56.9 million in 2023. In May, Johnson voted in support of H.R. 2, the Secure the Border Act, when it passed with some of the strongest border security measures to be voted on by the House.\n\nLegislation:\n\nThe Preventing the Recycling of Immigrants is Necessary for Trafficking Suspension (PRINTS) Act, led by U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-IA), would:\n\nGive CBP the authority to fingerprint non-citizens under the age of 14 in order to combat trafficking and child recycling;\n\nRequire DHS to publicly report the number of apprehensions in a given month involving child traffickers who falsely claimed that an accompanying child was a relative;\n\nRequire DHS to submit an annual report to Congress identifying the number of minors who were fingerprinted pursuant to this Act;\n\nRemove the Attorney General\u2019s authority to waive fingerprinting requirements for those illegally crossing the southern border; and\n\nCriminalize child recycling.\n\nThe Southern Border Transparency Act, led by Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-IA), would require Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to report:\n\nNumber of migrants paroled at each POE and each Border Patrol sector, broken down by nationality and demographics.\n\nNumber of migrants apprehended at each POE and each Border Patrol sector, and how many were granted voluntary departure, placed into expedited removal, or entered another process (likely humanitarian release).\n\nFor each POE and Border Patrol sector: the number of migrants that entered into expedited removal, how many claimed a fear of persecution, credible fear of persecution, and were either removed, detained, or entered another process (likely release).\n\nThe number of petitions for parole received and granted by USCIS.\n\nThe total number of aliens paroled into the US, broken down by nationality and demographics, and of these for each fiscal year\u2014\n\nHow many granted employment authorization;\n\nHow many still had a valid employment authorization;\n\nHow many have not had parole expire;\n\nHow many had status adjusted or parole extended;\n\nHow many had parole expire, and of these, how many exited the United States;\n\nHow many were returned to DHS custody from which they were paroled.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:14:16Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-leads-bill-block-state-investments-communist-china", "Johnson Leads Bill to Block State Investments in Communist China", "2023-11-30", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) introduced legislation to allow states to prohibit state funds from bankrolling the threat posed by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP); Governor Kristi Noem endorsed the legislation.\n\n\u201cAmerica should not help advance the CCP agenda, especially with state funds,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cMy bill empowers states to divest their investment dollars from CCP-linked companies. South Dakota understands the threat of the CCP, and I am grateful for Governor Noem\u2019s leadership and partnership to protect our state from their communist regime.\u201d\n\nThroughout the summer, Governor Noem and Congressman Johnson held several conversations about this legislation and how it would benefit both South Dakota and the nation. In December 2022, Governor Noem wrote to congressional leadership calling for legislation like what Congressman Johnson is introducing.\n\n\u201cI am grateful that Congressman Johnson sees the national security threat that China poses,\u201d said Governor Kristi Noem. \u201cProtecting South Dakota from nations that hate America has been a priority of mine as Governor, and I am glad that he is doing the same in Congress.\u201d\n\nThe PRC Accountability and Divestment Act of 2023 is cosponsored by U.S. Representatives John Moolenaar (R-MI), Rob Wittman (R-VA), Ashley Hinson (R-IA), Carlos Gim\u00e9nez (R-FL).\n\nThe PRC Accountability and Divestment Act of 2023 allows states to make the decisions to divest taxpayer funds from China. Specifically, this bill:\n\nProvides State and local governments with the authority to divest assets from and prohibit investments within the People\u2019s Republic of China (PRC);\n\nProvides State and local governments with a safe harbor for changes of investment policies related to the PRC; and,\n\nStates a fiduciary of an Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) plan may divest plan assets from the PRC.\n\nCongress has previously passed similar legislation supporting state and local actions to divest from states that are a threat to the United States or committing human rights atrocities. In 2010, Congress passed the Comprehensive Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act. In 2007, Congress passed the Sudan Accountability and Divestment Act.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-continues-protect-us-farmland-foreign-ownership", "Johnson Continues to Protect U.S. Farmland from Foreign Ownership", "2023-11-21", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representatives Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.), Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D-WA), and John Moolenaar (R-MI) introduced the Farmland Security Act of 2023 to protect food security and national security by strengthening analysis of foreign ownership of American agricultural land.\n\n\u201cAmerica\u2019s farmland is highly sought after, not only by U.S. producers, but by individuals and companies around the world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cIf our ag land is sold into the wrong hands, we could face threats to our food security and national security. This bill puts provisions in place to give a more detailed analysis of who is buying our farmland so we can protect our rural communities, producers, food security, and national security.\u201d\n\n\u201cWhen foreign investors buy up broad swaths of American farmland, our food access and national security are put at risk \u2013 all at a time when we import a significant chunk of the fruits and vegetables we consume each day,\u201d said Gluesenkamp Perez. \u201cThis bipartisan legislation would help us maintain control over our food supply and ensure family farms across Southwest Washington don\u2019t get squeezed out.\u201d\n\n\u201cI am proud to introduce the Farmland Security Act to help protect Michigan farms and our food supply. This legislation promotes transparency to the American people on foreign shell corporations and increases penalties for foreign entities failing to accurately report their land ownership,\u201d said Moolenaar. \u201cFarmland is a vital asset for our food supply, economy, and national security. It is more important than ever that we have the structures in place to review and assess foreign ownership.\u201d\n\nBackground:\n\nThe amount of foreign-owned U.S. agricultural land has increased significantly over the past ten years. Johnson cosponsors several bills to protect American farmland from foreign adversaries, such as the Promoting Agriculture Safeguards and Security (PASS) Act, the Foreign Adversary Risk Management (FARM) Act, and the Protecting U.S. Farmland and Sensitive Sites From Foreign Adversaries Act.\n\n37.6 million acres of U.S. agricultural land, valued at over $60 billion, have been reported to the USDA as foreign investor owned. However, these figures are likely an underestimation as there is a lack of oversight for foreign investors who evade reporting requirements for domestic farmland purchases.\n\nThe Farmland Security Act of 2023 would:\n\nImpose new financial penalties on foreign owners or \u201cshell companies\u201d who fail to disclose or misreport their acreage;\n\nRequire research into foreign ownership of agricultural production capacity and foreign participation in the U.S. agriculture economy; and\n\nDirect the USDA to conduct an annual compliance audit to better identify non-reporting foreign-owned ag land.\n\nCompanion legislation has been introduced in the U.S. Senate by Senators Chuck Grassley (R-IA) and Tammy Baldwin (D-WI).", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-awarded-american-farm-bureaus-golden-plow", "Johnson Awarded American Farm Bureau\u2019s Golden Plow", "2023-11-17", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) was awarded the American Farm Bureau Federation\u2019s (AFBF) 2022 Golden Plow Award for superior commitment and leadership on behalf of U.S. agriculture.\n\n\u201cSecuring wins for South Dakota and American agriculture is one of my top priorities in Congress,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cIt\u2019s an honor to receive the Golden Plow Award from the American Farm Bureau Federation for my work in Congress \u2013 but there\u2019s more to do. I\u2019ll keep working hard for our producers who work tirelessly to provide for South Dakota, America, and the world.\u201d\n\nThe Golden Plow Award is given to only one member of the U.S. House of Representatives each year. Last year, the Center for Effective Lawmaking named Johnson the most effective House Republican on agriculture issues.\n\nImage", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-bill-memorialize-wounded-knee-massacre-land-passes-senate-committee", "Johnson Bill to Memorialize Wounded Knee Massacre Land Passes Senate Committee", "2023-11-17", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 This week, the Wounded Knee Massacre Memorial and Sacred Site Act unanimously passed the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs. This is the identical Senate companion, led by U.S. Senators John Thune (R-S.D.) and Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), to U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson\u2019s (R-S.D.) bill that passed the House unanimously in September 2023.\n\n\u201cThe events that happened at Wounded Knee on December 29, 1890, should not be forgotten,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cI\u2019m thankful for the Senate Committee following the House\u2019s lead. This progress brings us closer to properly memorializing and remembering the lives lost and securing lasting protection for the land.\u201d\n\nRead full bill text here. Find the Covenant between both tribes here. Find the map here.\n\nWounded Knee Massacre Background:\n\nIn the late 1880s, a movement called the Ghost Dance swept across the nation. Indians believed that this dance would give stolen land back to the Indians, bringing about a renewal of Native society. Indians would join together, wearing shirts they believed would protect them from bullets, to dance for this renewal, all at the protest of the federal government.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-biofuels-caucus-bill-update-epa-greenhouse-gas-modeling", "Johnson, Biofuels Caucus Bill to Update EPA Greenhouse Gas Modeling", "2023-11-02", "2023", "2023-11", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Biofuels Caucus Co-chairs Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) Adrian Smith (R-NE), Angie Craig (D-MN), and Mark Pocan (D-WI) introduced the Adopt Greenhouse Gases, Regulated Emissions, and Energy Use in Transportation (GREET) Act to direct the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to update its greenhouse gas modeling for renewable fuels.\n\nThe Adopt GREET Act would require the EPA to adopt the Argonne National Lab's GREET Model for renewable fuels. EPA would then be required to update its modeling every five years or report to Congress to affirm its modeling is current or otherwise explain why no updates were made.\n\n\u201cThe EPA\u2019s current greenhouse gas modeling is limiting adoption of homegrown renewable fuels,\u201d said Rep. Johnson. \u201cIn contrast, the GREET model takes into account the full lifecycle of renewable fuels \u2013 from a farmer\u2019s field to fuel pumps \u2013 and gives consumers a more accurate picture of the benefits biofuels offer. We should be using the best science available and that\u2019s exactly what this bill does.\u201d\n\n\u201cAgencies must use up-to-date, scientifically accurate modeling to ensure we keep pace with the latest technologies and innovations,\u201d said Rep. Smith. \u201cIt is crucial EPA adopts the GREET Model to fully reflect the positive impact of biofuels on emissions reductions. Not only does the model reinforce the positive contributions of American farmers and ranchers, it also makes agriculture products and byproducts more competitive exports. As co-chair of the Biofuels Caucus, I thank Reps. Johnson, Pocan, and Craig, as well as our colleagues in the Senate, for their partnership in reinforcing the competitiveness and sustainability of American energy.\u201d\n\n\u201cHomegrown biofuels are tools we have at our fingertips right now to help address climate change \u2013 and it\u2019s critically important that the EPA\u2019s data accurately reflects that,\u201d said Rep. Craig. I\u2019m proud to be working across the aisle to pass this bill and make sure the true benefit that homegrown biofuels bring to our environment, economy and ag communities is recognized.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis bipartisan bill will help our country harness the power of innovation and science to drive cleaner, more efficient transportation solutions,\u201d said Rep. Pocan. \u201cThis commonsense legislation directs the EPA to use the latest tool already used by other federal agencies - the GREET model - to fully capture the impact that biofuels have in making our transportation choices more eco-friendly. Thank you to Reps. Johnson, Smith and Craig for joining me in introducing this vital piece of legislation.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe appreciate Reps. Johnson, Smith, Craig and Pocan for leading the reintroduction of legislation, which will ensure the global gold-standard modeling tool for lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions will be used to properly value corn ethanol\u2019s carbon footprint when establishing future regulations impacting biofuels. Enactment of this bipartisan bill will ensure ethanol plays a significant role in decarbonizing the transportation sector,\u201d saidBrian Jennings, CEO of the American Coalition for Ethanol.\n\n\u201cThis legislation would go a long way to ensure that renewable fuel regulations are based on sound science and current data, not obsolete information and speculative theories. The Argonne National Laboratory GREET model is recognized around the world as the gold standard for analyzing the lifecycle GHG impacts of renewable fuels like ethanol, regularly updated to reflect efficiency improvements and technological advancements in the fuel production process. We thank Representatives Dusty Johnson, Adrian Smith, Angie Craig and Mark Pocan for your efforts to require scientific integrity and accuracy in federal government regulatory actions on renewable fuels,\u201d saidGeoff Cooper, President and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association.\n\n\u201cThe GREET Model isn\u2019t just the most accurate, complete tool for lifecycle analysis; it\u2019s also a critical part of securing a successful future for America\u2019s biofuels producers and the rural communities they support. The Adopt GREET Act is a commonsense piece of legislation that would give producers greater certainty and allow for homegrown bioethanol to play an even bigger role in decarbonizing the transportation section. We applaud the introduction of this bill in the House by Representatives Johnson, Smith, Craig, and Pocan, and hope to see it quickly approved and signed into law,\u201d saidEmily Skor, CEO of Growth Energy.\n\nThe Adopt GREET Act is cosponsored by Reps. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-IA), Nikki Budzinski (D-IL), Ashley Hinson (R-IA), Eric Sorensen (D-IL), Ron Estes (R-KS), Mark Alford (R-MO), Mike Bost (R-IL), Brad Finstad (R-MN), Randy Feenstra (R-IA), Zach Nunn (R-IA), Don Bacon (R-NE), and Jake LaTurner (R-KS).\n\nThe Adopt GREET Act is supported by the Renewable Fuels Association, Growth Energy, American Coalition for Ethanol, National Corn Growers Association, South Dakota Corn Growers Association, POET, Gevo, and the National Oilseed Processors Association.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T01:01:09Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-supports-israel-condemns-hamas", "Johnson Supports Israel, Condemns Hamas", "2023-10-25", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) voted to express unconditional support for Israel and condemn Hamas in response to Hamas\u2019 acts of terror on Israel.\n\n\u201cHamas is evil. America can\u2019t allow terrorists to grow in strength,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cIsrael has the right to fight back, and they have the wide support of Congress in that endeavor.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-votes-restore-order-house-representatives", "Johnson Votes to Restore Order to House of Representatives", "2023-10-25", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) voted to elect Rep. Mike Johnson of Louisiana as Speaker of the House to restore order in the House of Representatives.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m proud to vote for Rep. Mike Johnson for Speaker,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cNow we can put these unfortunate three weeks behind us and get back to work to address the southern border, $33 trillion of national debt, and a looming government shutdown.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-condemns-hamas-terror-attacks-israel", "Johnson Condemns Hamas Terror Attacks on Israel", "2023-10-12", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) cosponsored legislation to condemn Hamas in the strongest terms and express unconditional and unwavering support for Israel and its right to defend itself. In the wake of the Hamas acts of terror on Israel, Johnson expressed his support for America\u2019s ally Israel.\n\n\u201cAs Hamas continues to commit barbaric violence against innocent Israeli elderly, women, and children, the U.S. House stands nearly united in its support for Israel,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAmericans remain among the missing; the U.S. should remain steadfast in its mission to bring these people home.\u201d\n\nThe House Resolution is cosponsored by 414 members of Congress.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/lawmakers-urge-tsa-rescind-burdensome-employee-screening-policy", "Lawmakers Urge TSA Rescind Burdensome Employee Screening Policy", "2023-10-12", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Representatives Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) and Kelly Armstrong (R-N.D.) and U.S. Senators Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.) and John Thune (R-S.D.), sent a letter to Transportation Security Administrator (TSA) David Pekoske, urging the agency to rescind its Airport Security Program National Amendment (TSA-NA-23-02) issued earlier this year. The National Amendment requires airports to implement a costly and impractical employee screening policy without any financial support.\n\nThe TSA delayed its implementation by one year, but the lawmakers said the National Amendment remains highly challenging for small airports to implement, regardless of the timeline.\n\n\u201cWe appreciate your recent decision to delay the National Amendment\u2019s implementation by one year. It is a step in the right direction, but we remain highly concerned over the long-term. The National Amendment places burdensome requirements upon small, rural airports and calls into question its implementation's feasibility, regardless of the modified timeline,\u201d the lawmakers wrote.\n\nThe letter also highlighted the onerous screening requirements mandated under the National Amendment, and stressed it goes go well beyond airports' current capabilities and budgets.\n\n\u201cWhile we share your commitment to advancing aviation security, the National Amendment goes well beyond the scope of our airports\u2019 security programs and current capabilities. It would mandate redundant and onerous screenings, requiring our airports to recreate the individual screening process TSA screening officers are already trained for, have equipment for, have expertise in, and, most importantly, are already performing,\u201d the lawmakers wrote.\n\n\u201cThis Amendment also equates to an unfunded mandate. Airports in our states are estimating these requirements will cost over $1 million to develop, implement, and operate, putting unnecessary strain on their already-limited revenue sources,\u201d the lawmakers wrote.\n\n\u201cGiven the outstanding challenges faced by our airports in implementing screening processes mandated under this National Amendment, we believe the TSA is better suited to implement aviation worker screening. We respectfully request the TSA provide long-term certainty by rescinding its National Amendment and retaining aviation worker screenings as the sole responsibility of the TSA,\u201d the lawmakers concluded.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnsons-office-now-accepting-spring-2024-internship-applications", "Johnson\u2019s Office Now Accepting Spring 2024 Internship Applications", "2023-10-06", "2023", "2023-10", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) is seeking internship applications for the spring in his Washington, D.C., Rapid City, Aberdeen, and Sioux Falls offices.\n\nDuties will include researching legislation, writing memos, attending committee hearings and briefings, answering constituent phone calls, sorting mail, and providing support to the staff and the Member of Congress.\n\nInterns will be given the opportunity to develop their research, writing, and communications skills while working closely alongside staff. They will also gain an in-depth understanding of how the legislative branch of government operates while helping to serve South Dakota constituents.\n\n\u201cThe fast-paced nature of a Congressional office is an exciting environment,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cMotivated interns play a vital role in our collaborative office and are involved in projects that give them a behind-the-scenes look at Congress.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:49:26Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-thune-seek-nominations-us-service-academies", "Johnson, Thune Seek Nominations to U.S. Service Academies", "2023-09-29", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2014 U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) and U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) today announced that they are accepting applications to the U.S. service academies for the class entering in the summer of 2024.\n\n\u201cService academies provide an excellent educational opportunity for a select number of young men and women each year,\u201d said Thune and Johnson. \u201cOur state has always punched above its weight when it comes to military service, so we\u2019re looking forward to meeting the next generation of military leaders and helping them embark on the next chapter in their young careers.\u201d\n\nStudents interested in attending a service academy must first obtain a nomination, most commonly from a member of Congress. Thune and Johnson will make nominations to the Military Academy at West Point, the Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs, the Naval Academy at Annapolis, and the Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-we-must-get-our-fiscal-house-order", "Johnson: \u201cWe Must Get Our Fiscal House In Order\u201d", "2023-09-26", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) spoke in support of historic federal spending cuts. House Republicans are voting on a series of individual appropriations bills ahead of the funding deadline on September 30th. These bills return many non-defense, non-border security programs back to pre-Covid levels.\n\n\u201cWe must get our fiscal house in order,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cThe appropriations bills before us move us in that direction. They do so through real, robust, and significant cuts\u2014billions of dollars in cuts.\u201d\n\nImage", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-honors-peterson-family-angels-adoption-award", "Johnson Honors Peterson Family with the \u201cAngels in Adoption\u201d Award", "2023-09-22", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) congratulated Zach and Katie Peterson of Aberdeen for being selected as South Dakota\u2019s 2023 Angels in Adoption honorees.\n\n\"Adoption is a beautiful and selfless decision,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cThe Peterson family\u2019s story is no exception. I\u2019m proud to recognize them as the 2023 Angels in Adoption honorees.\u201d\n\nZach and Katie Peterson built their beautiful family on the foundations of faith, love, and a whole lot of humor. They married in 2006 and their family of two grew in both expected and unexpected ways in the years to follow.\n\nThey lovingly adopted their first son in 2008. Soon after, their family of three nearly doubled in size when they adopted their twin daughters in 2010. After complications with a pregnancy that resulted in the heartbreaking loss of their unborn daughter in 2012, this family felt blessed when Katie gave birth to a healthy baby girl two years later. In the next two years, the Peterson family adopted one more son and had another biological daughter.\n\nEach year, the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute (CCAI) selects individuals, families or organizations across the nation who have demonstrated a commitment to improving the lives of children in need of permanent, loving homes. Each family\u2019s tireless dedication to child welfare stands out in their community but earns them recognition as an extraordinary family deserving of this award.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-bill-protect-wounded-knee-massacre-land-passes-us-house", "Johnson Bill to Protect Wounded Knee Massacre Land Passes U.S. House", "2023-09-21", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, the Wounded Knee Massacre Memorial and Sacred Site Act passed the U.S. House by unanimous consent. This bill preserves a section of the land where hundreds of Lakota Indians were massacred by the U.S. Army. U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) introduced the bill in May after months of working in coordination with the Oglala Sioux Tribe and Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe. The bill unanimously passed the House Natural Resources Committee in June.\n\n\u201cWhat happened at Wounded Knee is a stain on our nation\u2019s past that cannot be washed away,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cBut passage of this bill is a step closer to properly memorializing the lives lost and protecting the land forever.\u201d\n\n\u201cIn the dead of winter, December 29, 1890, the United States\u2019 7th Cavalry massacred our People, old men, women, and children. We stand as a united voice for our ancestors who suffered the pain of the Wounded Knee Massacre and our countless generations who continue to suffer from the historical trauma. We, the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe, extend our strong support for the passage of the Wounded Knee Massacre Memorial and Sacred Site Act. We thank Dusty Johnson and the House for taking this important step,\u201d said Chairman Ryman LeBeau, Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe.\n\n\u201cWe are pleased the House of Representatives acted quickly to pass this important legislation. This bill will protect our sacred land at Wounded Knee. It also continues the healing process for the descendants of victims and survivors of the 1890 Wounded Knee Massacre,\u201d said President Frank Star Comes Out, Oglala Sioux Tribe.\n\nImage\n\nClick here or the image above to watch Johnson\u2019s floor remarks.\n\nRead full bill text here. Find the Covenant between both tribes here. Find the map here.\n\nWounded Knee Massacre Background:\n\nIn the late 1880s, a movement called the Ghost Dance swept across the nation. Indians believed that this dance would give stolen land back to the Indians, bringing about a renewal of Native society. Indians would join together, wearing shirts they believed would protect them from bullets, to dance for this renewal, all at the protest of the federal government.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-team-accepts-constituent-service-award", "Johnson Team Accepts Constituent Service Award", "2023-09-15", "2023", "2023-09", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) was honored for winning the Democracy Award for outstanding Constituent Service by the Congressional Management Foundation (CMF). Johnson\u2019s congressional office was named the award winner in August.\n\n\u201cDelivering results for South Dakotans is the most important part of my job,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cThis award is confirmation that my team and I go above and beyond to serve. I hope the people of South Dakota continue to reach out \u2013 our office is here to help.\u201d\n\nDetails on the process and the history of the Democracy Awards can be found here: https://www.congressfoundation.org/projects/democracy-awards.\n\nImage", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:37:48Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-introduces-bill-increase-teenager-workforce-participation", "Johnson Introduces Bill to Increase Teenager Workforce Participation", "2023-08-25", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) introduced theTeenagers Earning Everyday Necessary Skills (TEENS) Act, which loosens federal work hour limitations for 14- and 15-year-olds. Currently, teenagers are not permitted to work past 7 PM during months when school is in session and are limited to 18 hours of work per week. As a teen, Johnson worked as a retail clerk, a Taco Bell shift manager, bowling alley snack bar attendant, and a car detailer at a Ford dealership.\n\n\u201cIf a teen can participate in a basketball game until 9pm on a school night, they should also have the option to work a part time job if they want to,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cOnly 35 percent of teens are in the workforce. Government time restrictions aren\u2019t making it easier for them to work, gain experience, and future opportunities. The TEENS Act isn\u2019t a mandate to make teens work more but simply loosens restrictions so they can work more if they want, benefiting themselves, their employer, and their future.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs the father of a teenager, I\u2019ve seen firsthand how work experiences build confidence, develop new skills, instill responsibility, and create a sense of pride in a job well done. Many mom-and-pop entrepreneurs across South Dakota started their own businesses because of jobs they held as teenagers, and we appreciate Rep. Johnson\u2019s efforts to create even more great opportunities for young people,\u201d saidNathan Sanderson, Executive Director of the South Dakota Retailers Association.\n\n\u201cNearly half of adults in the U.S. had their first experience working in a restaurant, making the restaurant and foodservice industry is one of the nation\u2019s largest training grounds. The TEENS Act extends the opportunity for teens to learn business and life skills on the job and would help address some of the restaurant industry\u2019s workforce challenges. We appreciate Rep. Johnson\u2019s leadership in re-introducing this bill and his support of teens working in industries like foodservice to build a better future for themselves,\u201d saidSean Kennedy, Executive Vice President of Public Affairs, National Restaurant Association.\n\n\u201cWorkforce shortages have remained top of mind for business for over a year. The TEENS Act provides employers greater workforce flexibility and furthers teenagers\u2019 opportunity to participate in the workforce and gain real world experience. With the continued workforce challenges facing the nation, this is a bill the business community can rally behind,\u201d said Stephanie Ferguson Director, Global Employment Policy & Special Initiatives, U.S. Chamber of Commerce.\n\nThe TEENS Act is cosponsored by Rep. Troy Nehls (R-TX) and endorsed by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, National Restaurant Association, U.S. Travel Association, and the South Dakota Retailers Association.\n\nThe TEENS Act:\n\nPermits 14- and 15-year-olds to work between the hours of 7 AM and 9 PM year-round.\n\nCurrently, 14- and 15-year-olds cannot work past 7 PM during the school year.\n\nIncreases the number of workable hours during a school week to 24 hours.\n\nCurrently, 14- and 15-year-olds are limited to working 18 hours per week.\n\nRead full bill text here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-leads-house-bill-reinstate-mcool", "Johnson Leads House Bill to Reinstate MCOOL", "2023-08-15", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) introduced the Beef Origin Labeling Accountability Act to bring clarity and to reinstate mandatory country of origin labeling (MCOOL) for beef products.\n\n\u201cConsumers don\u2019t know where their beef comes from. It could be South Dakota, Brazil, or Canada,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cU.S. producers raise better beef, and they\u2019re not getting the credit for it. My bill takes a step in the right direction to get accurate labels back on these products to increase consumer confidence in American-made and grown products.\u201d\n\nThe Beef Origin Labeling Accountability Act:\n\nDirects the United States Trade Representative and Secretary of Agriculture to work together to determine a process of reinstating Mandatory Country of Origin Labeling (MCOOL) for beef that is compliant with World Trade Organization rules.\n\nRequires the two agencies report to Congress on their progress in determining a trade-compliant means of MCOOL, including any recommendations for legislation that may be necessary and any engagement with international governments on the matter.\n\nDirects the USTR to enter into consultations with the Canadian and Mexican governments to resolve the outstanding MCOOL trade disputes the two countries have open against the U.S.\n\nJohnson has been a leader on cattle policy during his time in the U.S. House. In 2023, Johnson's Cattle Contract Library was implemented by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to increase transparency in the market. Additionally, in 2021, Johnson successfully secured a pilot program to supply grants to small cattle processors to expand competition in the packing industry.\n\nBackground on Mandatory Country of Origin Labeling:\n\nIn 2008, the Farm Bill implemented MCOOL and labeling for beef products derived from cattle born, raised, and harvested in the U.S. Canada and Mexico quickly filed a dispute with the World Trade Organization, claiming MCOOL violated WTO agreements. The U.S. lost multiple appeals to WTO rulings against MCOOL, and in December 2015 the WTO authorized just over $1 billion in tariffs against U.S. products from Canada and Mexico.\n\nOn December 18, 2015, Congress repealed MCOOL. The WTO cases still remain active today, with Canada and Mexico keeping the cases open to put pressure on the U.S. to prevent any attempt at reinstating MCOOL. If the U.S. were to implement a new MCOOL program, Canada and Mexico could immediately retaliate. Johnson\u2019s Beef Origin Labeling Accountability Act seeks to close these open cases from Canada and Mexico in order to move forward on reinstating MCOOL.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-dingell-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-bolster-voluntary-public", "Johnson, Dingell Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Bolster the Voluntary Public Access and Habitat Incentive Program", "2023-08-11", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representatives Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) and Debbie Dingell (R-MI) introduced bipartisan legislation, the Voluntary Public Access Improvement Act, to reauthorize and strengthen the Voluntary Public Access and Habitat Incentive Program (VPA-HIP) at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, which provides grants to states and tribal governments to incentivize private landowners to voluntarily open their lands for public use while upholding private property rights. The bill increases the program\u2019s funding from $50 million to $150 million over 5 years, from fiscal years 2024 through 2028.\n\nA lack of access to land is a common barrier to participation in outdoor recreational activities such as hunting, angling, and wildlife viewing. The VPA-HIP seeks to address this challenge by expanding public access to land for recreation purposes. It would also stimulate local economies by supporting jobs in the outdoor recreation economy, specifically in our rural communities. Finally, funding from this program is utilized to provide assistance to landowners for wildlife habitat improvement and enhancement programs.\n\n\u201cThis voluntary program has proven to be successful \u2013 encouraging conservation while allowing public access,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cI\u2019ll work to include programs like this in the 2023 Farm Bill to ensure the tradition of outdoor recreation for future generations of South Dakotans.\u201d\n\n\u201cA big part of Michigan\u2019s culture and heritage has always included outdoor recreation like fishing and hunting, and continuing to expand access to land for public use is important to continuing these rich traditions,\u201d said Dingell. \u201cThe Voluntary Public Access Improvement Act will expand outdoor recreation opportunities nationwide, improve access to the outdoors for all Americans, and bolster critical conservation efforts. I look forward to working with my bipartisan co-lead to advance this bill through the Farm Bill process.\u201d\n\n\u201cLack of access is the largest barrier to hunter and angler participation, and the USDA\u2019s Voluntary Public Access and Habitat Incentive Program is the single best federal tool to increase recreational access on private lands. We applaud Representatives Dingell and Johnson for their leadership on the Voluntary Public Access Improvement Act and we look forward to working with Congress to expand hunting and fishing opportunities for all Americans,\u201d said Whit Fosburgh, President and CEO of the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership.\n\nMore funding for the Voluntary Public Access Habitat Incentive Program will result in more places to hunt and fish in South Dakota and reward our landowners for providing that access. It will help maintain out sporting traditions and benefit our outdoor economy. Thanks so much to Congressman Johnson for sponsoring the Voluntary Public Access Improvement Act,\u201d said Megan Howell, Executive Director of the South Dakota Wildlife Federation.\n\n\u201cRestoring wildlife habitat and expanding recreational access on private lands is a win-win for both wildlife and the hunters, anglers, and outdoorspeople, who power our $862 billion outdoor recreation economy. This common-sense bill will ensure farmers, ranchers, and private landowners have the tools and resources they need through the Voluntary Public Access and Habitat Incentive Program to sustain our shared wildlife heritage. Thank you to Representatives Dingell and Johnson and their colleagues in the Senate for working to pass this important bipartisan legislation,\u201d saidCollin O\u2019Mara, President and CEO of the National Wildlife Federation.\n\n\u201cSince 2008, the Voluntary Public Access & Habitat Incentive Program has provided one of the most vital funding sources for increasing public access to private lands for hunting, fishing, and other wildlife-dependent recreation. The economic returns from investments in VPA-HIP have been shown many times over across America for rural communities. Access is at the core of Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever\u2019s mission, and we thank Representatives Dingell and Johnson for their bipartisan support for this very successful program,\u201d saidMarilyn Vetter, President and CEO of Pheasants Forever & Quail Forever.\n\nThis legislation is identical to the bipartisan bill introduced by Senators Steve Daines (R-MT), Michael Bennet (D-CO) and Roger Marshall (R-KS).", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-awarded-democracy-award-outstanding-constituent-service", "Johnson Awarded Democracy Award for Outstanding Constituent Service", "2023-08-10", "2023", "2023-08", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 This week, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) was awarded the Democracy Award for outstanding Constituent Service by the Congressional Management Foundation (CMF). CMF\u2019s Constituent Service award recognizes non-legislative achievement and performance in congressional offices. This category honors offices for their outstanding practices or achievements acting as ombudsmen with the federal government or responding to constituent requests and inquiries. Only one Republican and one Democrat office is selected per each award category.\n\nThis marks Johnson\u2019s second Democracy Award. Johnson\u2019s office won the 2021 Democracy Award in the \u201cConstituent Accountability and Accessibility\u201d category.\n\n\u201cI came to Congress to serve the people of South Dakota,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cBeing recognized as the winner of the Constituent Service award gives me confidence that my team and I go above and beyond to serve South Dakotans as their liaison to the federal government.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a Democracy Award winner, Rep. Johnson\u2019s office is clearly one of the best in Congress,\u201d said Bradford Fitch, President and CEO of the Congressional Management Foundation. \u201cThis designation demonstrates that Rep. Johnson has made a significant commitment to being the best public servant for his constituents in South Dakota. Rep. Johnson and his staff are to be congratulated for not only being a model for his colleagues in Congress, but for helping to restore trust and faith that our democratic institutions can work.\u201d\n\nSouth Dakota constituent testimonials:\n\n\u201cYou all provided excellent service for me and my family. Took me 1.5 years of calling and emailing the IRS and your office got me on the right track in one week.\u201d \u2013 Robert, Rapid City.\n\n\u201cI worked for three years trying to obtain a copy of my brother-in-law\u2019s DD214. I needed this form to get a veteran plaque for his headstone. Your staff got this form in under two weeks. I promised my brother-in-law I would get this plaque for his headstone. Thanks to you and your staff for helping me fulfill this promise. He was proud of his military service.\u201d \u2013 Ben, Wilmot.\n\n\u201cThank you for a very speedy response to our request. It feels good to have a representative who genuinely cares for his constituents and follows up to make sure their issue is resolved.\u201d \u2013 Marek, Sioux Falls.\n\nBackground:\n\nAccording to CMF, Johnson\u2019s office was selected for this award because their efficiency and effectiveness are reflected in the consistent, positive responses the office has received. In 2022, 96% of constituents had a positive experience with their office, 97.4% of constituents reported having a positive experience in 2021, and 95.5% had a positive interaction in 2020. The office sends quarterly casework review surveys to each completed case \u2013 asking about interactions with staff, overall outcomes, and timeliness of responses.\n\nThe Congressional Management Foundation (CMF) is a 501(c)(3) nonpartisan nonprofit founded in 1977 dedicated to strengthening Congress and building trust in its work with and for the American people. CMF works to revitalize Congress as an institution; promoting best practices in congressional offices; and helps Congress and the people they represent engage in a constructive and inclusive dialogue toward a thriving American democracy.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:30:18Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-secures-committee-passage-landmark-digital-assets-bill", "Johnson Secures Committee Passage of Landmark Digital Assets Bill", "2023-07-27", "2023", "2023-07", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, the House Agriculture Committee voted to advance the Financial Innovation and Technology (FIT) for the 21st Century Act, a bill to provide historic clarity to the digital asset industry led by U.S. Representatives Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.), Glenn \u201cGT\u201d Thompson (R-PA) and French Hill (R-AR). Yesterday, the House Financial Services Committee passed the unprecedented joint bill out of their committee.\n\n\u201cThe digital assets space needs a legislative solution to the regulatory hangups,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cThis is the right legislation for the job, and I am glad both committees moved quickly to get our framework to the House floor so the digital asset markets can thrive. The FIT for the 21st Century Act provides the clarity the digital asset industry has been asking for and ensures the U.S. is leading when it comes to crypto \u2013 I\u2019m proud of the bipartisan support by bill received by the committee today.\u201d\n\nThe bill now moves to the House Floor for consideration.\n\nImage\n\nClick here or the image above for Johnson\u2019s remarks\n\nAdditional Resources:\n\nFinancial Innovation and Technology (FIT) for the 21st Century Act:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:18:03Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-bills-bring-clarity-cryptocurrency", "Johnson Bills Bring Clarity to Cryptocurrency", "2023-07-20", "2023", "2023-07", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, House Agriculture Subcommittee on Commodity Markets, Digital Assets, and Rural Development Chairman Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.), Financial Services Subcommittee on Digital Assets Chairman French Hill (R-AR), and Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn \u201cGT\u201d Thompson (R-PA) introduced legislation to bring clarity and consistency to the digital assets market. With clear guidelines, digital asset developers can innovate and advance currency by sticking to the rules without the fear of lawsuits by regulators.\n\nThe Financial Innovation and Technology (FIT) for the 21st Century Actprovides a structure for Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regulators for digital assets, including those in the gray area between security and commodity jurisdictions.\n\nJohnson also introduced a resolution expressing support for digital asset markets and blockchain technology. It addresses the need for the functional framework to bridge the gap in regulatory framework.\n\n\u201cThe digital asset space is muddled with regulatory uncertainty, lack of authority, and a lacking framework for core operating principles,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cThe crypto industry wants clarity, and our collaborative bill gives both the CFTC and SEC a seat at the table. Our bill establishes clear principles to ensure financial security and certainty as blockchain technology continues to innovate.\u201d\n\nAdditional Resources:\n\nFinancial Innovation and Technology (FIT) for the 21st Century Act:\n\nFor full bill text, click here.\n\nFor a section-by-section summary, click here.\n\nFor additional background, click here.\n\nFor a myth vs. fact breakdown, click here.\n\nJohnson Resolution", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:18:03Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnsons-south-dakota-airport-priorities-pass-us-house", "Johnson\u2019s South Dakota Airport Priorities Pass U.S. House", "2023-07-20", "2023", "2023-07", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "July 20, 2023\n\nWashington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) voted in support of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reauthorization bill when it passed the House. The Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation (SGRLAA) Act included Johnson\u2019s amendment to protect South Dakota airports in Watertown, Aberdeen, and Pierre. The bill will now move to the Senate for a vote.\n\n\u201cMany South Dakotans drive hours to get to the nearest airport, I worked hard to successfully ensure rural communities don\u2019t face further obstacles to air travel,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cIf you\u2019ve traveled in the last few years, you\u2019re probably familiar with the woes of delays, cancelations, and expensive tickets. Improving the passenger experience was a mission for the aviation reauthorization bill, and I believe this bill gets us one flight closer to that goal.\u201d\n\nAdditionally, Johnson\u2019s amendment to accelerate environmental reviews for FAA projects was adopted unanimously. The amendment encourages the FAA to adopt interactive digital platforms, which have proven to shorten the amount of time spent reviewing documents for large projects by 50%. A typical environmental review process takes an average of 6.5 years to complete.\n\nImage\n\nClick here or the image above to watch Johnson\u2019s remarks supporting EAS\n\nThe Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act:\n\nImproves FAA Efficiency and Operations\n\nThe bill makes targeted changes to the organizational structure of the FAA to improve overall efficiency of the agency, allow for innovation, and streamline the regulatory process. The bill does so in a manner that will not harm the FAA\u2019s ongoing efforts while simultaneously ensuring the agency is better organized to lead in an advanced aviation future.\n\nStrengthens America\u2019s General Aviation (GA) Sector\n\nMost of our aviation professionals, including pilots and mechanics, get their start in GA. This bill recognizes that the success of the United States aviation system is built upon a strong GA foundation and includes the first-ever general aviation title to secure our aviation industry\u2019s long-term success.\n\nGrows the Aviation Workforce\n\nOur aviation system is experiencing a shortage of qualified workers, including pilots, mechanics, and air traffic controllers. This bill addresses workforce challenges by removing barriers to pursuing aviation careers, expanding the aviation workforce pipeline, improving training standards, and more.\n\nInvests in United States Airport Infrastructure\n\nAirports connect our communities, create jobs, and drive economic growth. The bill authorizes robust funding for airport infrastructure, including prioritizing investments for small and GA airports, and streamlining project delivery.\n\nUpholds America\u2019s Gold Standard in Safety\n\nAmerica\u2019s aviation system is safe, but the system is not immune to stress and must continually be made safer. The bill addresses several safety issues, including the recent uptick in runway incursions, to ensure the United States, and the FAA, remain the world\u2019s gold standard in aviation safety.\n\nEncourages Aviation Innovation\n\nAmerica has been a leader in aviation innovation. Unfortunately, due to bureaucratic hurdles, endless research, and pilot programs that are not leading to the development and incorporation of new technologies, China and other countries are beginning to surpass the United States. The bill encourages the safe yet more efficient testing and integration of new technologies, such as drones and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), into the airspace.\n\nEnhances the Passenger Experience\n\nWhile many parts of the aviation system typically function without incident despite a growing volume of travelers, one weak link in a trip can ruin a passenger\u2019s experience. The bill delivers reforms that will enhance the experience for the traveling public.\n\nAuthorizes the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB)\n\nAs the independent Federal agency responsible for investigating all civil aviation accidents, in addition to accidents in other modes of transportation, the NTSB plays an important role in transportation safety. Last authorized in the 2018 FAA Reauthorization Act, this bill provides updates to the NTSB\u2019s authorization.\n\nIssues:Transportation & Infrastructure", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:18:03Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-addresses-food-security-threat-ccp", "Johnson Addresses Food Security Threat by CCP", "2023-07-19", "2023", "2023-07", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 This week, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) spoke at the Congressional Western Caucus forum \u201cThe Danger of the CCP Buying American Farmland.\u201d As a member of the Select Committee on the CCP and the House Ag Committee, Johnson is a leader on the Promoting Agriculture Safeguards and Security (PASS) Act,Foreign Adversary Risk Management (FARM) Act, and the Protecting U.S. Farmland and Sensitive Sites From Foreign Adversaries Act.\n\n\u201cFood security is national security, and I think we should be immediately distrustful of any attempt by the CCP to gain coercive economic power over American food,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cWhile the Chinese people are not our enemies, while foreign investment is not an enemy, we do want to be far more thoughtful about making sure that any investment serves American interests.\u201d\n\nImage", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:18:03Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/defense-reauthorization-package-johnson-provision-passes-house", "Defense Reauthorization Package with Johnson Provision Passes House", "2023-07-14", "2023", "2023-07", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) voted in support of the annual defense bill, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) when it passed the U.S. House of Representatives. The NDAA has now passed Congress for sixty-three consecutive years.\n\n\u201cThe NDAA is necessary to ensure our nation\u2019s military remains the strongest in the world,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cThis bill gives our nation\u2019s defense the resources it needs and cuts unnecessary programs that distract from the goal of our military to protect and defend. The NDAA\u2019s passage is a huge win for America.\u201d\n\nJohnson\u2019s provision to prohibit China\u2019s access to America\u2019s supply chain data was included in the package.\n\nThe National Defense Authorization Act would:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:18:03Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-lummis-stanton-kelly-introduce-bipartisan-bicameral-highway-permitting", "Johnson, Lummis, Stanton, Kelly Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Highway Permitting Reform Legislation", "2023-07-14", "2023", "2023-07", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Representatives Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) and Greg Stanton (D-AZ), along with U.S. Senators Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) and Mark Kelly (D-AZ) introduced the Interactive Federal Review Act. The legislation would direct the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to select a minimum of ten federal highway projects to demonstrate the use of interactive, digital, cloud-based platforms in carrying out the environmental analysis and community engagement processes required in FHWA projects.\n\n\u201cEnvironmental reviews are stuck in the \u201990s and continue to delay critical infrastructure projects for years at a time, discouraging innovation and growth,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cWe need to take advantage of all opportunities to modernize and accelerate the review process. The Interactive Federal Review Act would do just that.\u201d\n\n\u201cA streamlined environmental review process means Wyoming will see more shovels in dirt and less signs on the side of the road talking about projects being completed in the distant future,\u201d said Senator Lummis. \u201cMore frequently and efficiently maintained roads means safer roads with less accidents and more people in Wyoming making it home safe. Asking the federal government to embrace modern technology should be a no brainer. It\u2019s time for our permitting process to enter the 21st century.\u201d\n\n\u201cUtilizing 21st century technology to speed up the environmental review process for transportation infrastructure projects maximizes the benefits of our Bipartisan Infrastructure Law,\u201d said Senator Kelly. \u201cCompleting projects like widening I-10 and building I-11 without unnecessary and costly delays will fuel economic growth, strengthen our supply chain, and improve Arizonans\u2019 quality of life.\u201d\n\n\u201cI\u2019m focused on leveraging historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funds for critical projects in Arizona--like expanding the I-10, a key economic corridor in our state, and building I-11. But the current environmental review process is slow and cumbersome, delaying completion and wasting taxpayer dollars,\u201d saidRepresentative Stanton. \u201cOur bipartisan Interactive Federal Review Act will modernize and streamline the process while ensuring we stay true to the intent of NEPA.\u201d\n\nBackground:\n\nSince the National Environmental Policy Act\u2019s (NEPA) enactment more than 50 years ago, the time it takes to complete an Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) has nearly tripled.\n\nAccording to FHWA, a typical EIS took 2.5 years on average to perform in the 1970s, 4.5 years in the 1980s, and about 5 years in the 1990s. A typical EIS process currently takes an average of 6.5 years to complete.\n\nFHWA considers the average project that takes longer than 5 years to complete an EIS process to be delayed, meaning the average project today is delayed.\n\nThe Interactive Federal Review Act would address one of the root causes of the delays of environmental reviews for infrastructure projects by moving the development of NEPA documents from trading static PDFs over email to interactive, cloud-based platforms.\n\nThese digital tools are estimated to shorten the cumulative amount of time spent reviewing documents on traditional schedules for large projects by 50% through real-time, concurrent reviews by agencies and more transparency of the NEPA process for impacted communities and individuals.\n\nCongress took the first step acknowledging the potential digital portals can have for NEPA projects in the Fiscal Responsibility Act. This bill builds on that progress and brings the concept to highway projects.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:18:03Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-urges-dod-allow-national-guard-enlistee-families-attend-swearing", "Johnson Urges DOD to Allow National Guard Enlistee Families to Attend Swearing-In Ceremony", "2023-07-14", "2023", "2023-07", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) urged the U.S. Military Entrance Processing Command (MEPS) under the Department of Defense (DOD) to abandon a policy that restricts enlistees of the U.S. National Guard from having family present at swearing-in ceremonies under a vestige of COVID-19.\n\nDuring COVID-19, the DOD prohibited family and guests from attending swearing-in ceremonies for military personnel. This policy was rescinded in January 2023 and replaced with a narrow pilot program for guests that entirely excludes the U.S. National Guard. This situation was brought to light by a South Dakota constituent who is being blocked from attending the swearing-in of her son to the South Dakota National Guard.\n\n\u201cThis restrictive policy did not exist prior to the pandemic, and since the Commander in Chief fully ended the national emergency in April 2023, the MEPS previous policy to accommodate all guests should be restored,\u201d said Johnson in his letter to the DOD. \u201cAs the Armed Services face an unprecedented recruiting problem, I\u2019d advise you welcome families to this sacred service, not keep them out.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:18:03Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-bill-protect-mount-rushmore-receives-hearing-federal-lands", "Johnson Bill to Protect Mount Rushmore Receives Hearing in Federal Lands Subcommittee", "2023-07-13", "2023", "2023-07", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, the Mount Rushmore Protection Act led by U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) was debated during the House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Federal Lands. Johnson introduced South Dakota State Senator and Majority Whip Helene Duhamel as the witness for his bill. More than 8,000 bills are introduced each Congress, and only a few hundred receive a committee hearing.\n\nMount Rushmore has been the target of calls from activist groups, companies, and Hollywood elites to remove or rename the monument. Johnson\u2019s bill would prohibit the use of federal funds to alter, change, destroy, or remove the likeness, the name of, or any of the faces on the Mount Rushmore National Memorial.\n\nJohnson introduced the Mount Rushmore Protection Act in the 116th, 117th, and 118th Congress.\n\nView Johnson\u2019s remarks here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:18:03Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-select-committee-ccp-crack-down-foreign-adversaries-land-purchases", "Johnson & Select Committee on CCP Crack Down on Foreign Adversaries\u2019 Land Purchases", "2023-07-12", "2023", "2023-07", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, the House Select Committee on the CCP introduced the Protecting U.S. Farmland and Sensitive Sites From Foreign Adversaries Act with the support of U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.). The bill would crack down on land purchases by foreign adversary entities, like the CCP, to protect America\u2019s military bases, food supply, and research facilities. It also allows the Secretary of Agriculture to vote in Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) reviews involving farmland or agriculture technology.\n\n\u201cFood security is national security\u2014the Secretary of Ag must have a seat at the table when it comes to CFIUS decisions,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cWe know China poses a significant threat to America in more ways than one. Allowing the CCP close access to our food supply and military is a major red flag.\u201d\n\nJohnson has long been an advocate for limiting CCP\u2019s purchases of American farmland. He currently cosponsors legislation to prohibit these purchases and to add the Secretary of Agriculture to CFIUS.\n\nBackground:\n\nCurrent CFIUS regulations do not prevent foreign adversaries from purchasing land near major military bases or defense-funded research centers. In 2022, CCP company Fufeng Group purchased land near the Grand Forks Air Force Base in North Dakota, sparking national security concerns. Grand Forks was not included as a designated military installation that CFIUS had jurisdiction over. CFIUS also lacks jurisdiction over some purchases of U.S. farmland that could be exploited by the CCP to gain control over the U.S. food supply.\n\nThe Protecting U.S. Farmland and Sensitive Sites From Foreign Adversaries Act would:\n\nGive CFIUS jurisdiction over all non-urban, non-single \u201chousing unit\u201d land purchases by foreign adversary entities, similar to the fact set of the Fufeng Group\u2019s purchase of land.\n\nMandate CFIUS to consider U.S. food security, including via biotechnology acquisition, as a factor in its national security reviews and require the Secretary of Agriculture have a vote in CFIUS reviews of transactions that involve farmland or agriculture technology.\n\nEstablish a \u201cpresumption of non-resolvability\u201d by CFIUS and raise the approval threshold for CFIUS transactions by a foreign adversary entity purchasing near sensitive sites like major military sites, acknowledged intelligence facilities, etc.\n\nMandatory CFIUS filing for foreign adversary entities making land purchases near sensitive sites.\n\nRequire CFIUS to expand the list of sensitive national security sites to all military facilities, acknowledged intelligence sites, national laboratories, and defense-funded university-affiliated research centers; critical telecommunication nodes; etc.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:18:03Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-house-republicans-working-strengthen-election-integrity", "Johnson & House Republicans Working to Strengthen Election Integrity", "2023-07-11", "2023", "2023-07", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, several U.S. House Republicans introduced the American Confidence in Elections (ACE) Act to bolster election integrity and voter confidence, while protecting federalism. The District of Columbia Tribal Voter Identification Actled by U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) was included in the election integrity package. Johnson\u2019s bill requires Washington, D.C. to accept valid photo identification issued by a tribal government.\n\n\u201cWe must have an election system worthy of the public\u2019s trust,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cPart of that goal is allowing voters to use a valid ID, including ones issued by a tribal government. I\u2019m proud to support this bill that strengthens election integrity while also respecting the Constitution.\u201d\n\nCongress has complete legislative authority over elections within Washington, D.C. and can make America\u2019s capital city the example of effective election administration.\n\nJohnson is an original cosponsor of the ACE Act.\n\nThe American Confidence in Elections Act:\n\nRequires Washington, D.C. to adopt election security measures, including prohibiting same-day voter registration and ballot harvesting, and requiring valid photo ID to vote in person or request absentee ballot.\n\nReaffirms it is a felony for non-citizens to vote in federal elections.\n\nEquips states with tools to boost election integrity and removes outdated federal policies that get in their way.\n\nAddresses voting issues faced by overseas military members & their families.\n\nProvides model state legislation and voter initiatives for state legislatures to consider.\n\nProtects Americans\u2019 First Amendment right to speak political views and support candidates, causes, and organizations without fear of retribution.\n\nCurbs the use of \u201cZuckerbucks\u201d and prevents government censorship of speech.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:18:03Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-supports-scotus-ruling-student-debt-forgiveness", "Johnson Supports SCOTUS Ruling on Student Debt Forgiveness", "2023-06-30", "2023", "2023-06", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) issued the following statement responding to the Supreme Court\u2019s Biden v. Nebraskadecision, ruling President Biden\u2019s plan to forgive $500 billion of student debt is unconstitutional:\n\n\u201cForgiving tens of thousands of dollars in debt for those who haven\u2019t made payments in years is insulting to the millions of Americans who have paid back every penny they borrowed,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cThe cost of this debt forgiveness would be a baffling $500 billion or more. Our national debt is skyrocketing, and a policy like President Biden\u2019s would only make it worse.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:08:25Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-announces-2023-congressional-app-challenge", "Johnson Announces 2023 Congressional App Challenge", "2023-06-28", "2023", "2023-06", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) announced South Dakota\u2019s third annual Congressional App Challenge (CAC), an app competition for middle and high school students.\n\nThe CAC was established by Congress to encourage young people to learn coding and to inspire them to pursue a career in STEM. Students of all skill levels are encouraged to participate in the competition, and no previous coding experience is required.\n\nThe App Challenge\u2019s student submission portal is now open. Applications must be submitted by November 1, 2023, at 11:00 AM CT. The CAC accepts computer programs (or apps) written in any programming language (C, C++, JavaScript, Python, Ruby, \u201cblock code,\u201d etc.), for any platform (desktop/PC, web, mobile, etc.). Students may register as individuals or as teams of up to four students.\n\nWinners will be selected by a panel of Computer Science teachers in South Dakota and honored by South Dakota\u2019s Congressional office. Winning apps will be featured on display in the U.S. Capitol and on the CAC website.\n\n\u201cThe Congressional App Challenge is a great tool to get high school and middle school students excited about STEM and coding,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cOur present and future is filled with technology, a project like this will set students up with knowledge, skills, and experience to make a positive difference in their career path.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:08:25Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-announces-service-academy-appointments", "Johnson Announces Service Academy Appointments", "2023-06-26", "2023", "2023-06", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Kasey Broers \u2013 United States Naval Academy\n\nKasey Broers of Pierre, S.D. comes from a family lineage of servicemembers. Kasey was ranked at the top of his class academically at T.F. Riggs High School, where he played baseball, soccer, and ran track. Kasey attended the South Dakota Highway Patrol Youth Trooper Academy, Boys State, and served as National Honor Society Treasurer and as a Legislative Page at the State Capitol. Kasey has accepted an appointment to the United States Naval Academy.\n\nKasey believes \u201cthe values characterized by our Constitution define what America is today, and they make this country great. The freedoms this country provides and the values it stands for are the freedoms I want to protect as an officer in the world\u2019s greatest military.\u201d At the Naval Academy, he plans to study Mechanical Engineering and then fly jets in the Navy.\n\nAnders Enga \u2013 United States Air Force Academy\n\nAfter two years of dedication, determination and receiving nominations from Rep. Johnson, Anders Enga of Mitchell, S.D., has accepted an appointment to the United States Air Force Academy. Anders recently completed his freshman year at South Dakota State University as an Electrical Engineering major with a minor in Aerospace Studies, all while in the SDSU Air Force ROTC program. At Mitchell Christian High School, Anders played basketball, participated on the robotics and Quiz Bowl teams, served on student council, and was a member of the National Honors Society and his community band.\n\nAnders enjoys \u201cthe challenge of working together with a team to solve complex issues\u201d and looks forward to serving his country in the military. After the next four years at the academy, Anders hopes to commission in the United States Space Force.\n\nEthan Fergel \u2013 United States Military Academy\n\nEthan Fergel of Aberdeen, S.D., has accepted an appointment to the United States Military Academy. An Eagle Scout, elected to the Supreme Court at Boys State, on the golf and varsity track teams, Ethan also completed several AP classes throughout his tenure at Aberdeen Central High School. Outside of school, he worked at a local gas station, served as a hockey referee, and was a volunteer math tutor. Ethan is also a member of Future Business Leaders of America.\n\nEthan said his \u201cwhy\u201d for military service is because \u201cthe United States has blessed me with many opportunities, and I think I owe it to my country.\u201d Ethan noted the academics and immense training at an academy will provide opportunities to improve his leadership skills. He\u2019s looking forward to basic training and selecting an Engineering degree at West Point.\n\nDexter James \u2013 United States Air Force Academy\n\nDexter James of Sioux Falls, S.D., by way of London, England, has accepted an appointment to the United States Air Force Academy. Dexter was varsity rugby captain, president of the debate team, a volunteer tutor, a Mock United Nations chair, and on the varsity volleyball and track and field teams in school. Furthermore, Dexter has excelled in AP and Chinese language courses, and received a perfect score on his ACTs.\n\nDexter reflected, \u201cI am a true believer in the American mission, and my love for American values has guided me to the realization that they need defending. I view it as integral to my honor as a citizen to proactively shoulder that responsibility.\u201d He will be seeking an Astronautical Engineering degree and a career in satellite operations in the United States Space Force.\n\nLake Kistner - United States Naval Academy\n\nLake Kistner of North Sioux City, S.D., was ranked at the top of his class academically and a three-sport varsity athlete at Dakota Valley High School. Lake served on Student Council, participated in Quiz Bowl, Science Olympics, choir, and was involved with his church youth group. During a tour of the Naval Academy when Lake was in sixth grade, he told his dad he would one day graduate from there. He is now one step closer. Lake has accepted an appointment to the United States Naval Academy.\n\nThis is a dream come true for Lake. He wants \u201cto serve this country and be involved in something bigger\u201d than himself. Lake believes \u201cthe rigorous structure of the military will help keep him goal driven and working towards bettering himself.\u201d\n\nJason Lenning \u2013 United States Naval Academy\n\nJason Lenning of Harrisburg, S.D., attended Sioux Falls Christian High School and was a member of the Lincoln High School MCJRTOC program, where he earned countless accolades. Jason volunteered in his community, worked in Sioux Falls, and participated in a number of school service clubs and sports, including state championships and the South Dakota Junior Olympics. Jason served as governor at Boys State and represented South Dakota at Boys Nation. Jason aspires to become a Marine upon commissioning from the United States Naval Academy.\n\nThe MCJROTC program has taught Jason that \u201cas a leader, it\u2019s not about him, but he is responsible for the mission, his subordinates, and their welfare.\u201d He believes \u201cthe Marine Corps has set him on a path of success and is dedicated to becoming the best leader possible.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:08:25Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-bill-establishes-ag-product-labeling-uniformity", "Johnson Bill Establishes Ag Product Labeling Uniformity", "2023-06-22", "2023", "2023-06", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) and Jim Costa (D-CA) introduced the Agricultural Labeling Uniformity Act to ensure uniformity of labeling standards for pesticides that are backed by sound science and approved by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Doing so would provide certainty and stability for agriculture producers and consumers.\n\n\u201cPolitical agendas in states like California are causing confusion in the ag industry,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cLabeling decisions must be based on sound science, not unsupported claims that instill fear in consumers. This bill would make it clear there is only one standard to follow.\u201d\n\n\u201cGrowers depend on resources like herbicides to manage pests and disease prevention, which threatens our food supply chain,\u201d said Costa. \u201cAmidst a global food crisis, we need to avoid any market challenges that will threaten our food security. This bill will assure uniformity in the national pesticide labeling under federal law, which will result in a more sustainable and secure food supply.\u201d\n\n\u201cOn behalf of the National Corn Growers Association, we thank Reps. Johnson and Costa for their leadership on this important issue. Federal law places the authority in EPA to make foundational, science-based decisions on how pesticides can be labeled and used. State labels that conflict with EPA\u2019s scientific guidance threaten public confidence in the agency\u2019s authority and science-based regulation and undermine the critical role pesticides play in sustainably feeding a growing world,\u201d said Tom Haag, President of the National Corn Growers Association.\n\n\u201cThe American Soybean Association applauds the introduction of the FIFRA labeling legislation and the certainty it would bring to farmers. If growers lose access to tools due to an unworkable patchwork of state or local labels, it will only harm their ability to protect crops and maintain important conservation practices. We thank Representatives Johnson and Costa for working to ensure commerce is not disrupted and that farmers can continue to access the products they need to grow productively and sustainably,\u201d said Daryl Cates, Illinois soybean farmer and President of the American Soybean Association.\n\n\u201cCropLife America supports the Agricultural Labeling Uniformity Act because the federal regulation of pesticides and the labels that guide the usage of these products are paramount to growing our food and keeping communities safe. EPA\u2019s career scientists thoroughly review and approve each pesticide, and while administrations come and go, career EPA employees with years of expertise continue to do this important work. It is also important to note that the current regulatory structure is set up to facilitate a \u2018team\u2019 approach between both federal and state regulators. EPA works to create a label that helps ensure a pesticide can be used safely, and state agencies work with EPA to monitor compliance on the ground,\u201d said Chris Novak, President and CEO of CropLife America.\n\n\u201cARA strongly supports Congressman Johnson\u2019s legislation to provide national uniformity for pesticide labeling and packaging requirements. The FIFRA statute places the responsibility for creating these requirements in the hands of EPA because EPA has the scientific expertise to conduct these evaluations; most states and virtually all other political subdivisions do not. This bill will reiterate federal supremacy in this area and hopefully prevent a patchwork system where states impose label requirements that are inconsistent with EPA\u2019s findings. We\u2019ve seen exactly that situation happen in California where the state still wanted to apply its Prop 65 \u2018everything causes cancer\u2019 label to glyphosate despite the consensus of global pesticide regulators including EPA that it is safe,\u201d said Daren Coppock, President & CEO of Agricultural Retailers Association.\n\nThe Agricultural Labeling Uniformity Act is supported by 360 organizations.\n\nBackground:\n\nUnder current law, the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) governs pesticide use, sales, and labeling. FIFRA gives the EPA exclusive authority to determine labeling and packaging requirements. Under FIFRA, states have the ability to regulate the sale or use of pesticides, however, states are prohibited from imposing their own labeling requirements that are different from the EPA\u2019s science-based labels.\n\nDespite EPA\u2019s explicit authority, some states are adding labeling requirements outside of the EPA-approved label. These requirements jeopardize the availability of current and future pesticides as companies could have to comply with a patchwork of state labeling requirements.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:08:25Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-secures-prohibition-ccp-backed-shipping-software-ndaa", "Johnson Secures Prohibition of CCP-Backed Shipping Software in NDAA", "2023-06-22", "2023", "2023-06", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) secured a provision prohibiting the use of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) state-controlled shipping platform LOGINK at U.S. ports. Johnson\u2019s amendment is a part of his larger effort to crack down on CCP influence at American ports and was included in the House Armed Services Committee 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).\n\nLOGINK is used at more than 20 ports worldwide and stores unrivaled data and visibility into global shipping container flows. It\u2019s estimated the CCP and its state-controlled shipping platform have contact with at least half of the global shipping container flows. If LOGINK gained access to U.S. carriers and ports, the CCP would be at an extreme competitive advantage, allowing them to underbid foreign competitors and further increase dependency on Chinese markets.\n\n\u201cMore 90% of traded goods are carried through ocean shipping,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cLOGINK provides massive amounts of monitoring, data, and logistics infrastructure to the CCP \u2013 it\u2019s imperative we keep LOGINK out of American ports. China already competes unfairly in the global shipping arena. Blocking their access to American port data is one small step to keep this advantage to a minimum.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:08:25Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnsons-office-now-accepting-fall-2023-internship-applications", "Johnson\u2019s Office Now Accepting Fall 2023 Internship Applications", "2023-06-20", "2023", "2023-06", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) is seeking internship applications for the fall in his Washington, D.C., Rapid City, Aberdeen, and Sioux Falls offices.\n\nDuties will include researching legislation, writing memos, attending committee hearings and briefings, answering constituent phone calls, sorting mail, and providing support to the staff and the Member of Congress.\n\nInterns will be given the opportunity to develop their research, writing, and communications skills while working closely alongside staff. They will also gain an in-depth understanding of how the legislative branch of government operates while helping to serve South Dakota constituents.\n\n\u201cInterning in a Congressional office is a unique experience,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cInterns get a behind-the-scenes look at Congress in a very collaborative office. My office only has sixteen full-time staff to serve the entire state, and motivated interns play a necessary role in the success of our team.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:15:57Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-thune-rounds-oppose-rule-limit-blm-land-use", "Johnson, Thune, Rounds Oppose Rule to Limit BLM Land Use", "2023-06-15", "2023", "2023-06", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) and U.S. Senators John Thune (R-S.D.), and Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) sent a letter to Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Director Tracy Stone-Manning urging immediate withdrawal of the BLM\u2019s proposed rule for \u201cConservation and Landscape Health.\u201d Additionally, Johnson introduced South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem in the House Natural Resources Committee for her testimony on the bill H.R. 3397 that would force withdrawal of the proposed rule.\n\nThe proposed rule would authorize the BLM to prioritize conservation practices over current standards for multiple-use land, such as livestock grazing, recreation, mineral extraction, renewable energy production, and other common uses.\n\n\u201cIn South Dakota, the BLM manages more than 274,000 surface acres and around 1.7 million acres of subsurface minerals,\u201d said the delegation. \u201cFrom the prairie to pine forests, the BLM manages important uses for our constituents, including livestock grazing, mineral extraction, timber, and recreational activities such as hunting, off-road driving, camping, hiking, and mountain biking. We are concerned the new definitions and frameworks in this proposal will severely restrict how our constituents interact with public lands.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe framework for conservation leases in the proposal could threaten responsible uses of the land by allowing the BLM to limit any use of leased land that is deemed \u2018inconsistent\u2019 with the framework. This new process has the potential to lock away land for more than a decade, keeping out hunters, livestock owners who graze on public lands, and American taxpayers and tourists who want to enjoy the great outdoors,\u201d continued the delegation.\n\nBackground:\n\nThere are 245 million surface acres of BLM land in America. This land is already under management plans and strict Federal protection.\n\nThe proposed rule creates a framework for BLM \u201cconservation leases\u201d without congressional approval that would not authorize usage of land inconsistent with their framework. This could prohibit access and public use of this land for ten or more years.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:15:57Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-opposes-atf-stabilizing-brace-rule", "Johnson Opposes ATF Stabilizing Brace Rule", "2023-06-14", "2023", "2023-06", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 This week, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) voted in disapproval of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF) rule making certain types of pistol braces illegal.\n\nThe House passed H.J. Res. 44 - Providing for congressional disapproval under Chapter 8 of Title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives relating to \u201cFactoring Criteria for Firearms with Attached \u2018Stabilizing Braces.\u2019\u201d\n\n\u201cThis rule from the ATF is gross federal overreach by the Executive Branch to push their anti-Second Amendment agenda,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cRequiring registration of pistol stabilizing braces would turn millions of law-abiding gun owners into felons. This rule must be overturned.\u201d\n\nBackground:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:15:57Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-secures-win-south-dakota-airports", "Johnson Secures Win For South Dakota Airports", "2023-06-14", "2023", "2023-06", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) led efforts to successfully turn back a plan to charge the Pierre, Aberdeen, and Watertown communities more than $4 million over the next ten years to maintain passenger air service.\n\nThe House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee passed out bipartisan legislation making significant reforms to our nation\u2019s aviation system. Originally, language in that bill, the Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation (SGRLAA) Act, would have charged rural passenger airports extensive new fees to participate in the essential air service program.\n\nJohnson successfully amended the bill to protect the most remote passenger airports, including those in Pierre, Aberdeen, and Watertown, from those new expenses. His amendment was adopted into the final package by the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and will move to the House floor.\n\n\u201cSouth Dakotans and rural Americans deserve reasonable access to airport travel,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cThe original draft of the committee\u2019s bill would force towns like Pierre, Aberdeen, and Watertown to cut city programs or raise taxes or fees to support essential air services. I\u2019m glad the committee adopted my amendment to protect our rural airports while also making fiscally responsible changes to the program as a whole.\u201d\n\nImage\n\nClick here or the image above to watch Johnson\u2019s remarks\n\nThe SGRLAA Act is the five-year reauthorization of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). It reauthorizes the programs in the FAA to improve efficiency and operations, strengthen American\u2019s general aviation sector and workforce, invest in United States airport infrastructure, enhance the passenger experience, and authorize the National Transportation Safety Board.\n\nBackground:\n\nEssential Air Service (EAS) airports \u2013 like those in Pierre, Aberdeen, and Watertown \u2013 receive federal funding to ensure air service to rural and small communities. Language in the original text of the SGRLAA Act would have placed a burden of five percent funding on local and state governments that have EAS airports which risks air service in those communities.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:15:57Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-bill-protecting-wounded-knee-massacre-land-passes-committee", "Johnson Bill Protecting Wounded Knee Massacre Land Passes Committee Unanimously", "2023-06-13", "2023", "2023-06", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, the Wounded Knee Massacre Memorial and Sacred Site Act, led by U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) passed out of the House Natural Resources Committee.\n\nThe bill was introduced in May 2023 to memorialize the land where hundreds of Lakota Indians were massacred by the U.S. Army. Johnson, Oglala Sioux Tribe President Frank Star Comes Out, and Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Chairman Ryman LeBeau testified in the Natural Resources Subcommittee on Indian Affairs last week.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m thankful for the collaboration between both tribes and my office over the past seven months,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cOur nation has an imperfect past, and it is important to remember and honor those lives lost on that dark day. I\u2019m glad the committee agreed on the importance of passing this bill and I look forward to getting it passed out of the House.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Wounded Knee Massacre Memorial and Sacred Site Act is an important step to honoring the memories of those lost and ensuring future generations do not forget. I believe commemorating these lives is a somber yet important duty, and I was pleased to see the bill unanimously pass through the House Committee on Natural Resources. Congressman Johnson has been a tireless advocate for this issue, and I thank him for his work and hope to see his bill signed into law soon,\u201d said Chairman Bruce Westerman, House Committee on Natural Resources.\n\n\u201cIn 1990, Congress acknowledged the \u201ctragedy\u201d and \u201chistorical significance\u201d of the Wounded Knee Massacre and expressed its \u201cdeep regret\u201d to our people for it. That was an important step to address one of the darkest days in our history. H.R. 3371, the Wounded Knee Massacre Memorial and Sacred Site Act, represents another important step in that process as it will ensure that the site at the Wounded Knee Massacre, which our Tribe purchased with the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe, will forever remain protected as hallowed ground for the Oceti Sakowin. We thank Representative Johnson for introducing H.R. 3371. We ask Congress to enact this important and impactful bill this session,\u201d saidPresident Frank Star Comes Out, Oglala Sioux Tribe.\n\n\u201cWe the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe are pleased with the results of the House Committee on Natural Resources and their impressive work to expedite this bill to protect the lands of the Wounded Knee Massacre site,\u201d said Chairman Ryman LeBeau, Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe.\n\n\u201cThe Department supports H.R. 3371 as it aligns with the Administration\u2019s commitment to restore Tribal homelands. The Tribes will have more authority to honor and protect the Wounded Knee site,\u201d said Indian Affairs Assistant Secretary Bryan Newland,Department of Interior.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:15:57Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/thune-rounds-johnson-request-additional-support-tribal-law-enforcement", "Thune, Rounds, Johnson Request Additional Support for Tribal Law Enforcement Agencies in South Dakota", "2023-06-13", "2023", "2023-06", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 U.S. Sens. John Thune (R-S.D.) and Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) and U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) this week urged U.S. Department of the Interior Secretary Deb Haaland to direct the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) to provide additional support to tribal law enforcement agencies in South Dakota to help combat the spike of violent crime on reservations.\n\n\u201cWhile a significant number of tribal communities in South Dakota are dealing with an increase in serious crime, it is important to note the situation on each respective reservation is unique and requires individual attention,\u201d the delegation wrote. \u201cTherefore, we request the BIA closely evaluate tribal crime statistics and work directly with individual tribal leaders to address these threats to public safety.\u201d\n\nFull letter below:\n\nDear Secretary Haaland:\n\nWe are writing to report to you that South Dakota\u2019s Indian reservations are witnessing a troubling deterioration in public safety. We therefore request that the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) coordinate with South Dakota tribal leaders to provide additional resources for tribal law enforcement agencies. This may include increased funding and manpower from the BIA to deliver improved law enforcement services on South Dakota\u2019s reservations.\n\nAccording to crime statistics from the Federal Bureau of Investigation, South Dakota reservations have some of the highest violent crime rates in the nation. A shortage of law enforcement and detention officers on the reservations has contributed to the current situation in tribal communities. With low personnel numbers and a high number of calls for assistance, tribal law enforcement officers often struggle to respond to emergencies in a timely manner. In an attempt to address manpower issues, a number of tribal leaders have asked the BIA to either streamline law enforcement hiring processes or provide emergency supplemental funding.\n\nWhile a significant number of tribal communities in South Dakota are dealing with an increase in serious crime, it is important to note the situation on each respective reservation is unique and requires individual attention. Therefore, we request the BIA closely evaluate tribal crime statistics and work directly with individual tribal leaders to address these threats to public safety. We understand that the BIA has successfully provided needed assistance to tribal law enforcement agencies in the past. If for some reason that is not possible now, we respectfully ask that the BIA search for any reasonable alternative to improve law enforcement services on South Dakota\u2019s reservations.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:15:57Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-testifies-wounded-knee-massacre-land-bill", "Johnson Testifies on Wounded Knee Massacre Land Bill", "2023-06-07", "2023", "2023-06", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) testified before the House Natural Resources Indian and Insular Affairs Subcommittee on his bill, the Wounded Knee Massacre Memorial and Sacred Site Act.\n\nJohnson introduced the Wounded Knee Massacre Memorial and Sacred Site Actin May 2023 after six months of working with both the Oglala Sioux Tribe and Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe to place the land of the Wounded Knee Massacre into trust-like status.\n\nImage\n\nClick here or the image above to watch Johnson\u2019s remarks.\n\nJohnson\u2019s written testimony:\n\n\u201cChair Hageman, Ranking Member Leger Fern\u00e1ndez, and Members of the Indian and Insular Affairs Subcommittee,\n\nThank you for the opportunity to testify before the subcommittee today. I am here to speak on my bill, the Wounded Knee Massacre Memorial and Sacred Site Act. On December 29th, 1890, in the final armed conflict of the Indian Wars, the 7th Calvary of the U.S. Army committed one of the most heinous atrocities against Indians.\n\nIn the late 1880s, a movement called the Ghost Dance swept across the nation. American Indians believed that this dance would bring about a renewal of Native society, putting a stop to being pushed off ancestral lands, starvation, and a decline of Native society. In 1883, Secretary of Interior Henry Teller referred to similar dances as \u2018a great hindrance to the civilization of the Indians.\u2019\n\nOn December 15th, 1890, Sitting Bull and some of his followers, a few of which were believers in the Ghost Dance, were killed in an armed conflict with the Standing Rock Indian Reservation police, when they attempted to arrest Sitting Bull. Several members of Sitting Bull\u2019s band fled for the Cheyenne River Indian Reservation and joined Chief Spotted Elk\u2019s band, headed for the Pine Ridge Reservation.\n\nOn December 28th, 1890, Spotted Elk\u2019s band \u2013 largely consisting of women and children \u2013 were stopped by the Army\u2019s 7th Calvary and made camp at Wounded Knee Creek. The next morning, troops began to disarm the Lakota. A struggle occurred between some of the Lakota and troops and a shot rang out. The troops then fired on the largely unarmed group, resulting in the deaths of approximately 350-375 Lakota Indians.\n\nOn the 100th anniversary of this massacre, Congress issued a formal apology to the Lakota and expressed deep regret for what happened at Wounded Knee, South Dakota. In October 2022, the Oglala Sioux Tribe and Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe jointly purchased 40 acres of land where an old trading post was located, which was previously privately-owned. This land lies in the boundaries of the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation and is believed to be the killing field.\n\nIt is my great honor to assist these South Dakota tribes in placing these 40 acres in restricted fee status through the Wounded Knee Massacre Memorial and Sacred Site Act. This bill allows both tribes to protect the land by prohibiting any development, taxation by any state or local government, and prevents the land from being sold without the consent of Congress and both tribes.\n\nWe have an obligation to acknowledge our nation\u2019s mistakes and to work with Indian nations to right the wrongs of history. For the past six months, I have worked together with both tribes to introduce this legislation.\n\nI would like to express my gratitude to Former President Kevin Killer of the Oglala Sioux Tribe and Former Chairman Harold Frazier of the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe for their leadership in the purchase of this land last year. Without their efforts, we would not be able to have this important discussion today.\n\nI would also like to recognize a representative of the Wounded Knee descendants, Mr. Cedric Broken Nose of the Oglala Sioux Tribe, who is here today.\n\nFinally, thank you to Wounded Knee descendants, President Frank Star Comes Out of the Oglala Sioux Tribe and Chairman Ryman LeBeau of the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe, for their teamwork and dedication to these efforts. I appreciate them being here today to speak on this bill and look forward to their testimony.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T00:08:25Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnsons-applauds-scotus-ruling-sackett-v-epa", "Johnson\u2019s Applauds SCOTUS Ruling on Sackett v. EPA", "2023-05-25", "2023", "2023-05", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) issued a statement following the Supreme Court\u2019s decision in Sackett v. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) affecting the Biden Administration\u2019s Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule. The Supreme Court ruled in favor of the Sacketts, protecting farmers, ranchers, small businesses, and rural communities across South Dakota and America.\n\n\u201cFor years, WOTUS has been used as a political football for Administrations to advance their climate agenda and it\u2019s caused uncertainty and stress for farmers and ranchers,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cToday\u2019s SCOTUS ruling on Sackett v. EPA is a huge win for rural America. Navigable waters cannot include every small puddle, stream, and ditch. I\u2019m glad our agricultural producers will finally have some certainty. I\u2019ll continue working with my colleagues in Congress to prevent the Biden Administration from placing overly burdensome regulations on our producers.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:55:44Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-announces-student-winners-congressional-art-competition-1", "Johnson Announces Student Winners of Congressional Art Competition", "2023-05-24", "2023", "2023-05", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) announced Charlee Kolb, from Sioux Falls, as the winner of the 2023 Congressional Art Competition for South Dakota. Kolb\u2019s drawing, \u201cI\u2019ve Been Here Before\u201d is a self-portrait with overlapping poses and expressions. Kolb is finishing her junior year at Jefferson High School. Her art teacher is Brittany Carmany. The artwork will be on exhibit in the U.S. Capitol along with the winning artwork from other congressional districts for the next year.\n\nSecond-place was awarded to Rachel Ziegeldorf, a sophomore at Mitchell High School. Her art teacher is Marica Shannon. Ziegeldorf\u2019s colored pencil piece, \u201cBlotsma,\u201d will be displayed in Rep. Johnson\u2019s Washington, D.C. office for the next year.\n\n\u201cOnce again, we had an outstanding pool of student submissions showing the incredible talent of our young artists in South Dakota,\u201d said Rep. Johnson. \u201cI\u2019m excited to have these pieces of art displayed here in Congress. Congratulations to Charlee and Rachel!\u201d\n\nThe Congressional Art Competition is sponsored by Rep. Johnson\u2019s office in partnership with the South Dakota Arts Council. The Congressional Art Competition began in 1982, providing members of Congress with an opportunity to recognize talent in their home districts.\n\nThe South Dakota Arts Council, an office of the South Dakota Department of Tourism, is a state agency serving South Dakotans and their communities through the arts with funding from the National Endowment for the Arts and the State of South Dakota.\n\nThe artwork can be viewed at https://artscouncil.sd.gov/CAC/index.aspx.\n\nImage\n\n\"Been Here Before\u201d by Charlee Kolb\n\nImage", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:07:47Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-industry-rallies-behind-johnsons-save-act", "ICYMI: Industry Rallies Behind Johnson\u2019s SAVE Act", "2023-05-23", "2023", "2023-05", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson\u2019s (R-S.D.) Safeguarding American Value-Added Exports (SAVE) Act gained wide industry support upon introduction last week.\n\n\u201cThe misuse of geographical indications has been hurting U.S. dairy for years, and the European Union continues its efforts to monopolize common cheese names like parmesan and feta,\u201d said Krysta Harden, President and CEO of U.S. Dairy Export Council. \u201cAmerican dairy exporters welcome the introduction of the bipartisan, bicameral SAVE Act today that will direct the U.S. government to take decisive action to counter the EU\u2019s destructive campaign. This new emphasis on protecting common names is a much-needed step in the right direction to ensure that our producers can sell their products in markets around the world.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe lack of strong action by previous administrations has allowed the European Union to misuse and abuse its geographical indications, hurting U.S. exporters in several markets,\u201d said Jaime Castaneda, Executive Director of Consortium for Common Food Names. \u201cThis new emphasis on protecting common names is a much-needed step in the right direction to ensure that our producers can sell their products in markets around the world. For years, the European Union has been using illegitimate GIs to boost its own producers at the expense of others, putting a tremendous political priority on giving European companies a leg up over producers in the U.S. and other countries,\u201d noted Castaneda. \u201cIt is time that our government takes a more proactive approach to tackling this challenge so that we can turn the tide to stand up for food and beverage producers relying on common names.\u201d\n\n\u201cNASDA supports the SAVE Act which would retain the use of long-held generic food names and protects U.S. food, beverage, and agricultural products from foreign competitors and the restriction of U.S. trade,\u201d saidTed McKinney, CEO of National Association of State Departments of Agriculture.\n\n\u201cI would like to thank Senators Thune and Baldwin and Representatives Johnson, Costa, Fischbach and Panetta for their leadership in introducing the SAVE Act today,\u201d said Chuck Conner, President and CEO of the National Council of Farmer Cooperatives. \u201cAs Congress begins work on the 2023 Farm Bill, we strongly urge inclusion of this language in the final package. Doing so is essential to helping America\u2019s farmers and their co-ops remain competitive in markets around the globe.\u201d\n\n\u201cConsumers around the world have long enjoyed meat products labeled \u2018prosciutto,\u2019 \u2018bologna,\u2019 \u2018chorizo,\u2019 and \u2018salami,\u2019\u201d said Julie Anna Potts, President and CEO of the North American Meat Institute. \u201cIncreasingly, however, the ability of U.S. producers to label their products with common meat terms is under threat, as foreign trade competitors, particularly the European Union, use free trade agreements and other means to advance specious, protectionist geographic indications (GI) restrictions designed to undermine competition and create an uneven playing field that advantages their domestic food and beverage producers. By promoting common food and beverage names in international trade negotiations, the SAVE Act will help curb the proliferation of ill-conceived GI restrictions that hinder U.S. meat export potential and place at risk hundreds of thousands of American workers whose livelihoods depend upon robust international markets for their products.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:07:47Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-introduces-bill-encourage-property-home-purchases-indian-country", "Johnson Introduces Bill to Encourage Property, Home Purchases in Indian Country", "2023-05-23", "2023", "2023-05", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) introduced the Tribal Trust Homeownership Act to streamline the approval process for mortgages involving property on tribal trust land.\n\n\u201cHousing availability is lacking across the country,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cIt\u2019s no different on tribal lands. Without proper timelines or accountability, the BIA is creating a longer and more difficult process for those trying to purchase tribal trust land. This bill advocates for purchasers and lenders, bringing accountability to the BIA.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Mortgage Bankers Association commends Congressman Johnson for taking action to improve and encourage access to quality affordable housing on trust land,\u201d said Bill Killmer, Senior Vice President of Legislation and Political Affairs at MBA. \u201cSpecifically, this legislation will reduce or eliminate BIA processing delays, thereby encouraging more lenders to participate in trust land mortgage lending.\u201d\n\nCurrently, in order to be finalized, mortgages involving property on tribal trust land must be reviewed and approved by the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA). The BIA Mortgage Handbook establishes timelines for BIA offices to process and approve these mortgages. However, these timelines are not always adhered to.\n\nThe Tribal Trust Land Homeownership Act would:\n\nSeek to cut through BIA red tape and provide timely processing of mortgages.\n\nCreate statutory timelines in which the BIA would be required to process and approve mortgages involving property located on tribal trust land.\n\nRequire the BIA to notify lenders upon receipt of such documentation and perform a preliminary review of such documents not later than 10 days after receipt and approve or disapprove of such documents within 20 or 30 days, depending on the type of application.\n\nRequire the BIA to notify the lender once the proposed residential leasehold mortgage, business leasehold mortgage, or right-of-way document has been received.\n\nEnhance the ability of certain federal agencies to operate their tribal housing programs and improve communication between the BIA and tribes, tribal members, and lenders through the establishment of a realty ombudsman within the BIA who can communicate with relevant parties.\n\nThe Tribal Trust Land Homeownership Act is endorsed by the South Dakota Native Homeownership Coalition and Mortgage Bankers Association.\n\nCompanion legislation has been introduced in the U.S. Senate by Senators John Thune (R-S.D.), Tina Smith (D-MN), Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), and Jon Tester (D-MT).", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:07:47Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-supply-chain-bills-pass-out-transportation-committee", "Johnson Supply Chain Bills Pass Out of Transportation Committee", "2023-05-23", "2023", "2023-05", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, in the U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, two bills led by U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) passed out of the committee.\n\nThe Ocean Shipping Reform Implementation Act would strengthen provisions from Johnson\u2019s Ocean Shipping Reform Actthat became law in June 2022. The Ocean Shipping Reform Implementation Act prohibits U.S. ports from using Chinese state-sponsored LOGINK software, allows the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) to investigate foreign shipping exchanges like the Shanghai Shipping Exchange to preempt improper business practices, and authorizes the FMC to streamline data standards for maritime freight logistics.\n\nThe 91,000-lb. Weight Exemption Pilot Program, a provision in Johnson\u2019s SHIP It Act,would establish a voluntary ten-year pilot program for states to increase truck weights on federal interstates up to 91,000 lbs. on six axles.\n\n\u201cMy bills strengthen our supply chain, allowing products to reach consumers faster and fighting against China\u2019s unfair trade practices,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cAmerica\u2019s supply chain has room for improvement, and it\u2019s long past time Congress closes these gaps.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:07:47Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-senate-ag-leaders-introduce-bipartisan-bill-protect-us-exports", "House, Senate Ag Leaders Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect U.S. Exports", "2023-05-17", "2023", "2023-05", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Members of the U.S. House and Senate introduced the bipartisan, bicameral Safeguarding American Value-Added Exports (SAVE) Act to protect American food products from unfair trade practices by foreign countries. The bill was led by U.S. Representatives Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.), Jim Costa (D-CA), Michelle Fischbach (R-MN), and Jimmy Panetta (D-CA) in the House and U.S. Senators John Thune (R-S.D.), Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Roger Marshall (R-KS), and Tina Smith (D-MN) in the Senate.\n\nCommon food and drink names such as parmesan, chateau, and bologna are used around the world to describe products to consumers. However, due to geographic indication to European locations, the European Union has begun using economic and political influence to implement unfair trade practices under the guise of protecting geographic indicators. These unfair trade practices have the potential to block United States agricultural products from being sold in international markets.\n\nThe SAVE Act would amend the Agriculture Trade Act of 1978 to include and define a list of common names for ag commodities, food products, and terms used in marketing and packaging of products. The bill would also direct the Secretary of Agriculture and the U.S. Trade Representative to negotiate with our foreign trading partners to defend the right to use common names for ag commodities in those same foreign markets.\n\n\u201cRequiring U.S. producers to change the names of their food is confusing for consumers and costly to producers and manufacturers,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cThe SAVE Act ensures American producers retain vital access to foreign markets in a time that may be more critical than ever.\u201d\n\n\u201cMonopolizing common food names could have major ramifications on American producers and our food supply chain,\u201d said Costa. \u201cThis bipartisan bill will protect American goods from unfair trading practices, that could minimize access to global markets and increase costs for consumers.\u201d\n\n\u201cBy exploiting valid geographical indication protections, global competitors have for decades tried to limit competition, block imports, and restrict American-made products from being able to use common food and beverage names,\u201d said Thune. \u201cI\u2019m proud to lead this effort in the Senate to help level the playing field for U.S. producers by ensuring they can use common food names and preserve and expand foreign market access for their products.\u201d\n\n\u201cOur Made in Wisconsin agricultural and food products are rightfully world-renowned for their quality. But, when foreign countries penalize our producers for using common names like parmesan or cheddar, their unfair trade practices stunt the growth of Made in Wisconsin businesses on the international market,\u201d said Baldwin. \u201cThat\u2019s why I\u2019m proud to support this bipartisan legislation that ensures Wisconsin producers and farmers can continue to compete internationally, grow their businesses and keep Wisconsin on the map around the world.\u201d\n\n\u201cFor years, the European Union has abused geographical indicators as a non-tariff trade barrier, limiting U.S. agriculture export opportunities simply because they rely on using common food names that have been established for decades,\u201d said Fischbach. \u201cThe SAVE Act protects common names to ensure U.S. agriculture products can be sold worldwide. I am proud to join my colleagues in introducing this legislation that will help restore market access.\u201d\n\n\u201cAmerican producers face barriers in getting their agricultural products to global consumers due to unreasonable trade restrictions on common, descriptive terms,\u201d said Panetta. \u201cI\u2019m proud to co-lead this bipartisan legislation that would empower the United States Trade Representative and Secretary of Agriculture to negotiate fairer trade agreements that give American producers equal footing in these markets. While geographical indicators are important to maintaining the character, quality, and pride of products from our community, we can continue to protect those markers without allowing discrimination against American products.\u201d\n\n\u201cIf the EU were to have it their way, Americans would no longer be able to drink champagne while eating gouda and prosciutto on crackers here in America,\u201d said Marshall. \u201cWhile this may at first seem like a small attack on the hors d\u2019oeuvres industry, the consequences of the EU getting their way would go well beyond the charcuterie board. They would close off the global market to new entrants and create trade barriers to reduce competition, control prices and create mass consumer confusion. The SAVE Act will ensure that the U.S. government fights back against the EU\u2019s campaign to ban U.S. market exports.\u201d\n\n\u201cSouth Dakota Dairy Producers applauds Senator Thune and Representative Johnson for bringing forward the Safeguarding American Value-Added Exports (SAVE) Act, along with the National Milk Producers Federation for raising the issue to the forefront,\u201d said Marv Post, Chair of the South Dakota Dairy Producers. \u201cRoughly 1 in 6 tankers of U.S. Milk is exported, which shows the importance of fair treatment in a global market. Unfair trade practices imposed by U.S. trading competition has falsely protected common names, especially for cheese varieties, and U.S. dairy farmers are at a competitive disadvantage. This bill takes a big step forward to combat the abuse of common names so that U.S. dairy exports have a level playing field and access to all key international markets.\u201d\n\n\u201cWhen the right to use common cheese names is stripped by foreign governments, the harm ripples throughout the entire dairy supply chain,\u201d explained Jim Mulhern, President and CEO of National Milk Producers Federation. \u201cThe dairy producer community thanks Senators Thune and Baldwin and Representatives Johnson, Costa, Fischbach and Panetta for their introduction of the bipartisan SAVE Act today. This legislation will raise the ambition of the U.S. government to preserve the rights of U.S. dairy producers to continue using cheese names long established as generic. We look forward to continuing to work with USDA, USTR and our allies in American agriculture to ensure that U.S. dairy farmers and cooperatives can compete on a level playing field around the world.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:55:44Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-introduces-bill-protect-land-wounded-knee-massacre", "Johnson Introduces Bill to Protect Land of Wounded Knee Massacre", "2023-05-16", "2023", "2023-05", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) introduced the Wounded Knee Massacre Memorial and Sacred Site Actto preserve a section of the land where hundreds of Lakota Indians were massacred by the U.S. Army.\n\n\u201cThe Wounded Knee Massacre is a stain on our nation\u2019s history,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cThe Wounded Knee Massacre Memorial and Sacred Site Act provides greater tribal sovereignty to this sacred tribal land. Memorializing the Lakota lives lost will ensure this site remains sacred for generations to come.\u201d\n\nSpecifically, the Wounded Knee Massacre Memorial and Sacred Site Act places the purchased land into restricted fee status to be held by the Oglala Sioux Tribe and Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe. Restricted fee status allows the tribes to own the land outright, while also keeping protections in place, such as a restriction on alienation and taxation from any state or local government. In September 2022, both tribes purchased the field where an old trading post was located. On October 21st, 2022, the tribes signed a covenant, stating that this property shall be held and maintained as a memorial and sacred site without any development.\n\nThis bill states that the land will continue to be owned by both tribes, subject to civil and criminal jurisdiction of the Oglala Sioux Tribe, may not be sold without the consent of Congress and both tribes, and is not subject to taxation by any state or local government. This land currently resides within the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation\u2019s boundaries.\n\n\u201cWe the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe view the 1890 Wounded Knee Massacre as one of the most atrocious acts of genocide against the innocent 350 Lakota children, women, and men who were brutally attacked and murdered after being disarmed by the United States Seventh Calvary. It is with great respect to those that came before us and those that will come after us that fuels our work to continue to create a stronger Lakota Nation. We are proud descendants of our Lakota ancestors, and we will never forget their sacrifices for us to be here today. We extend a heartfelt thank you to Congressional Representative Johnson and Staff for diligently working to bring the truth to light in honor of the original stewards of the sacred lands. We stand in strong solidarity in memorializing this sacred site, that will be honored as such forever more,\u201d said the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Chairman Ryman LeBeau, Manny & Renee Iron Hawk (Hawk 1890) Wounded Knee Survivor Descendants.\n\n\u201cWe must remember the sacrifices our ancestors have suffered for us. What happened at Wounded Knee is a reminder that we as a Oyate (people) have succumbed incredible odds to survive, so we must honor our ancestors by preserving the land for future generations to come,\u201d said Oglala Sioux Tribe President Frank Star Comes Out.\n\nRead full bill text here. Find the Covenant between both tribes here. Find the map here.\n\nWounded Knee Massacre Background:\n\nIn the late 1880s, a movement called the Ghost Dance swept across the nation. Indians believed that this dance would give stolen land back to the Indians, bringing about a renewal of Native society. Indians would join together, wearing shirts they believed would protect them from bullets, to dance for this renewal, all at the protest of the federal government.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:55:44Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-introduces-bill-strengthen-tribal-law-enforcement-access-firearms", "Johnson Introduces Bill to Strengthen Tribal Law Enforcement Access to Firearms", "2023-05-11", "2023", "2023-05", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) introduced the Tribal Police Department Parity Act to eliminate burdensome regulations and streamline Tribal police department access to duty weapons. Under current law, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) places an undue burden on Indian Tribal police departments while exempting state and local entities from the same bureaucracy. U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) introduced companion legislation in the Senate, ahead of National Police Week.\n\n\u201cTribal governments with slim resources have to jump through more hoops to properly supply appropriate duty weapons to their law enforcement,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cThis bill reduces unnecessary regulatory burdens for tribal law enforcement agencies.\u201d\n\n\u201cTribal police departments work tirelessly to protect and serve our communities in Oklahoma and around the nation,\u201d said Senator Mullin. \u201cHowever, under current law, the ATF treats non-cross-deputized Tribal law enforcement as \u2018second class\u2019 agencies, no different than civilians. Tribal police departments should receive equal treatment under the law without being subject to transfer fees, banned interstate transfers, and other excessive red tape. It\u2019s my honor to introduce the Tribal Police Department Parity Act to push back against unfair regulatory restrictions and support Tribal law enforcement.\u201d\n\nBackground:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:55:44Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-rounds-lujan-introduce-national-american-indian-veterans-charter-bill", "Johnson, Rounds, Luj\u00e1n Introduce National American Indian Veterans Charter Bill", "2023-05-11", "2023", "2023-05", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) introduced legislation to create a congressional charter for the National American Indian Veterans (NAIV). Senators Rounds and Thune introduced companion legislation in the Senate.\n\nCongress grants charters to recognize patriotic and national organizations that operate solely for charitable, literary, educational, scientific or civil improvement purposes. The NAIV serves the needs and interests of Native American veterans in collaboration with its national leadership and 14 regional offices. According to the Department of Veterans Affairs, there are more than 140,000 Native American veterans in the United States. While congressional charters have been granted to Italian-American, Polish-American and Catholic-American veterans groups, as of today, no Native American veterans\u2019 organization has received one.\n\n\u201cPolish American, Italian American, Jewish, and Black veterans\u2019 groups all have established Congressional Charters, yet no Congressional Charters have been designated for Native veterans\u2019 organizations,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cNative Americans serve in our military at five times the national average, establishing federal recognition for NAIV is the right thing to do.\u201d\n\nHeadquartered in South Dakota on the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribal Reservation, the NAIV is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to advocating on behalf of tribal veterans. Originally established in 2004, today the NAIV serves the needs of Native American veterans in all 50 states. The NAIV formed as a result of a request by former Senators Daniel Akaka (D-Hawaii), Daniel Inouye (D-Hawaii) and Ben Nighthorse Campbell (R-Colo.) during a Senate Veterans\u2019 Affairs Committee hearing in 2004.\n\n\u201cNative Americans serve in our nation\u2019s military at five times the national average, and this charter would give them the recognition they truly deserve and have earned,\u201d saidRounds. \u201cThere are many congressionally-chartered veterans organizations, but none that solely represent the interests and needs of Native American veterans. Our bill would change that by recognizing the mission of the NAIV with a congressional charter. The NAIV works closely with Tribal Veterans Service Officers to make certain Native American veterans receive proper benefits and resources. Congress regularly looks to the NAIV for input when addressing issues facing Native American veterans. This charter will help give the NAIV a larger platform to continue advocating for and serving the more than 140,000 Native American veterans living in the United States.\u201d\n\n\u201cNative American veterans have served our state and our country with the highest honor in the U.S. military,\u201d said Thune. \u201cI am glad to join Senator Rounds in reintroducing this resolution that would give a voice to the unique needs and priorities of Native American veterans.\u201d\n\nThis legislation has been endorsed by the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe, Oglala Sioux Tribe, Rosebud Sioux Tribe, Sisseton Wahpeton Sioux Tribe, Coalition of Large Tribes, National Congress of American Indians (NCAI), Military Order of the Purple Heart, Korean War Veterans of America, National Association of State Directors of Veterans Affairs, Vietnam Veterans of America, American Gold Star Mothers, Jewish War Veterans of the USA, Navajo Nation, Inter-Tribal Council of the Five Civilized Tribes, Cherokee Nation, Chickasaw Nation, Choctaw Nation, Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Seminole Nation, Blackfeet Nation, Crow Nation, Eastern Shoshone Tribe, Fort Belknap Indian Community, Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara Nation, Northern Arapaho Tribe, Shoshone-Bannock Tribes, Spokane Tribe, Ute Indian Tribe, Jena Band of the Choctaw Indians, Poarch Band of Creek Indians, Mohegan Tribe, Catawba Nation, Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina, Southern Ute Indian Tribe and Bois Forte Band of Chippewa.\n\nSupporting Quotes:\n\n\u201cThis bill is very important to American Indians and I want to thank Senator Mike Rounds for introducing it and Senator Luj\u00e1n for serving as the lead Democratic co-sponsor,\u201d said Don Loudner, a Native veteran, enrolled member of the Hunkpati Sioux Tribe (Crow Creek Sioux Tribe), and National Commander of the National American Indian Veterans, Inc. \u201cThe bill doesn\u2019t ask for any federal money; it only asks that the Congress recognize the sacrifices of generations of American Indians who have answered the nation\u2019s call and fought in every war since the American Revolution.\u201d\n\n\u201cOn behalf of the Lower Brule community, specifically our veterans, we thank you for your hard work and dedication regarding those who served in the Military,\u201d said Clyde J.R. Estes, Chairman of the Lower Brule Sioux Tribe. \u201cWe respect and support the efforts of the National Commander of NAIV (National American Indian Veterans) Don Loudner and Senator Rounds to create a Congressional Charter (NAIV) for Native Veterans across our Tribal land. Your patriotism and desire to honor and pay tribute to our Veterans who served our country with the highest acts of gallantry is commendable.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Crow Creek Sioux tribe is in support of Sen. Rounds and the introduction of a federal charter bill for the National American Indians Veterans,\u201d said Peter Lengkeek, Chairman of the Crow Creek Sioux Tribe. \u201cSecuring this charter would mean full representation of the Native American Veterans and the honor and the acknowledgment of the level of service this country's indigenous population. We commend Sen. Rounds for his efforts.\u201d\n\n\u201cA congressionally chartered national Native American veterans organization could be an important voice for Native American veterans, advocating for their needs and priorities and providing valuable services and programs to support their well-being,\u201d said Scott Herman, President of the Rosebud Sioux Tribe. \u201cA nationally chartered veterans organization would have more authority and resources to address the concerns of Native American veterans on the state and federal level. The Rosebud Sioux Tribe supports Congressional authorization of a charter for Native American veterans dedicated to serving the needs of Native American veterans.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis Federal Charter is something that I have been working on for several years and it is long overdue,\u201d said Ken Teunissen, Past Vice Chair of the South Dakota Veterans Council and Past Region III Commander of Military Order of the Purple Heart. \u201cSecuring this charter will mean greater representation for American Indian veterans on both the state and federal level. Recently, the South Dakota Veterans Commission disbanded and the South Dakota Veterans Council assumed the duties of leading veterans advocacy in South Dakota. When that happened American Indian veterans lost their representation because the National American Indian Veterans organization does not have a Federal Charter, which according to the Bylaws of the South Dakota Veterans Council is required. It\u2019s time we got this done for our Brothers and Sisters in Arms.\u201d\n\n\u201cI would first like to thank all the Native American Veterans from past and present for their patriotism and dedication to serving our country,\u201d saidChristian Skunk, Council Member of the Lower Brule Sioux Tribe. \u201cI would also like to thank Senator Rounds for reintroducing this piece of legislation and hope that congress will pass it, as it has no fiscal impact and because of all the work that the National American Indian Veterans Inc. (NAIV) has done over the past couple of decades. From providing services to help our Native American Veterans, to education others on the unique circumstances that our veterans face.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a 10-year member of National American Indian Veterans, having a Congressional Charter will allow us to advocate for our own Native American brothers & sisters across the United States,\u201d said Geri Opsal, Tribal Veterans Service Officer of the Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate on the Lake Traverse Reservation. \u201cWe all face many of the same Veteran healthcare or housing issues across the Tribal Nations. To be able to have this recognition and reach a broad range of Native American Veterans will allow us to strengthen each other across America.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:55:44Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-votes-yes-historic-border-security-bill", "Johnson Votes Yes on Historic Border Security Bill", "2023-05-11", "2023", "2023-05", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) and House Republicans passed the Secure the Border Act to tackle the ongoing crisis at the southern border.\n\n\u201cThe situation at the southern border is a crisis, and the end of Title 42 will unfortunately demonstrate how ineffective and unsafe the Biden Administration\u2019s open-border policies are,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cMore than a thousand miles separate South Dakota from America\u2019s southern border, yet we\u2019re still seeing the impacts of the drug and crime in our local communities. We need solutions. The Secure the Border Act is a well-rounded plan to end the chaos at the border.\u201d\n\nThe Secure the Border Act will:\n\nRestart construction of the border wall using funds appropriated by Congress that President Biden had refused to spend\n\nHire more Border Patrol Agents\n\nEnd catch and release policies\n\nRe-implement Remain in Mexico provisions\n\nImprove technology used along the border and by Border Patrol Agents\n\nBackground:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:55:44Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-supports-resolution-designate-today-national-day-awareness-missing-and", "Johnson Supports Resolution to Designate Today as National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls", "2023-05-05", "2023", "2023-05", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) and his colleagues introduced a House Resolution to designate May 5, 2023 as the \u201cNational Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) and Girls.\u201d Four in five American Indian and Alaska Native women experience violence in their lifetime. The Resolution seeks to bring attention to the disproportionate violence towards Native women and the lack of updated statistics on the national level, as well as the lack of resources to address the issue.\n\n\u201cAmerican Indian women living on reservations face murder rates more than 10 times the national average and four in five American Indian woman will experience violence in their lifetime,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cThese statistics are unacceptable. I\u2019m proud to shine a light on these tragedies and will continue to advocate for vulnerable Native populations\u2014this day of awareness is much needed.\u201d\n\nPage 35 of the South Dakota Attorney General\u2019s 2021 Crime Report shows the disproportionate rates of crime against those of American Indian or Alaska Native descent. Despite making up less than 9% of the state population, 31.6% of murder victims are American Indian or Alaska Natives and 37.1% of kidnapping/abduction victims are American Indian or Alaska Natives.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:55:44Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-statement-landmark-limit-save-grow-bill-rein-us-debt", "Johnson Statement on Landmark \u2018Limit, Save, Grow\u2019 Bill to Rein in U.S. Debt", "2023-04-26", "2023", "2023-04", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) issued a statement following the passage of the Republican Limit, Save, Grow Act to ensure Congress reins in federal spending and avoids a default on the federal debt.\n\n\u201cWe are $32 trillion in debt, and if President Biden refuses to negotiate, America will default on our debts in six weeks. Today, House Republicans went to work on both of those problems,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cThe fiscal state of our nation is dire. Our plan will grow the economy, decrease unnecessary spending, increase opportunity for Americans, and allow the Treasury to pay back what we already owe. I fought to have a cap on federal spending and work requirements for welfare recipients included in this package, and I am pleased to see those priorities pass the House overwhelmingly.\n\n\u201cPresident Biden has ignored Speaker McCarthy for nearly 90 days \u2013 that\u2019s not leadership. I encourage the President to get serious about our out-of-control debt and come to the negotiating table as soon as possible. The ball is in his court.\u201d\n\nBackground:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:44:29Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/thune-johnson-introduce-bill-protect-south-dakota-workers-and-support-small", "Thune, Johnson Introduce Bill to Protect South Dakota Workers and Support Small Businesses", "2023-04-25", "2023", "2023-04", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2014 U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) and U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) recently introduced the Employee Rights Act of 2023, legislation that would modernize labor policies in order to match the needs of the 21st century worker and workforce. The bill would promote growth and innovation, protect workers rather than union bosses, and allow Americans to take home more of their hard-earned money.\n\n\u201cWashington Democrats have long bowed to the demands of union bosses by prioritizing radical labor policies that harm small businesses and workers,\u201d said Thune. \u201cI\u2019m proud to join my colleagues in introducing this common-sense bill that upholds individuals\u2019 ability to choose to work as an independent contractor and ensures workers\u2019 rights are protected against coercion from union bosses and the Biden administration\u2019s heavy-handed labor agenda.\u201d\n\n\u201cSouth Dakota is a right-to-work state, and I\u2019m proud to be a part of legislative efforts to ensure South Dakota workers\u2019 ability to make their own decision to join a union,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cThe Employee Rights Act protects worker privacy, guarantees secret ballot elections, and protects tribal businesses from National Labor Relations Board intervention. These provisions are commonsense.\u201d\n\nThe bill was led by U.S. Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and cosponsored by U.S. Sens. Mike Braun (R-Ind.), Ted Budd (R-N.C.), Bill Cassidy (R-La.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Mike Lee (R-Utah), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Jim Risch (R-Idaho), and Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.). Companion legislation was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives by U.S. Rep. Rick Allen (R-Ga.) and cosponsored by U.S. Reps. Tom Cole (R-Okla.), James Comer (R-Ky.), Dan Crenshaw (R-Texas), Jeff Duncan (R-S.C.), Drew Ferguson (R-Ga.), Scott Franklin (R-Fla.), Bob Good (R-Va.), Erin Houchin (R-Ind.), Richard Hudson (R-N.C.), Jake LaTurner (R-Kan.), Barry Loudermilk (R-Ga.), Mary Miller (R-Ill.), John Moolenaar (R-Mich.), Austin Scott (R-Ga.), Randy Weber (R-Texas), and Joe Wilson (R-S.C.).\n\nThe Employee Rights Act would:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:44:29Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-questions-epa-administrator-regan-biofuels", "Johnson Questions EPA Administrator Regan on Biofuels", "2023-04-19", "2023", "2023-04", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) questioned Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael Regan on year-round E15 sales.\n\nJohnson and 16 of his colleagues sent a letter to Administrator Regan this week, urging the EPA to increase supply of biofuels and advanced biofuels blends. Increasing the use of biofuels is the most effective way to achieve lower emissions with our current transportation system.\n\n\u201cThe reality is that E15 has a lower Reid Vapor Pressure rating than E10, so making E15 more broadly available doesn\u2019t do anything to hurt smog,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cQuite to the contrary, it would help both from a carbon perspective and a smog perspective, and so I would ask the Administration to lean into this incredible opportunity for our country related to biofuels a bit more than it seems like you are today.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:44:29Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-statement-gop-debt-limit-proposal", "Johnson Statement on GOP Debt Limit Proposal", "2023-04-19", "2023", "2023-04", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) issued a statement following the release of the Republican plan to ensure America does not default on its debts.\n\n\u201cWe are $32 trillion in debt, and in six weeks our nation defaults on our debts. We are duty-bound to address both of those crises. Republicans have a reasonable plan to do so,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cWe have worked collaboratively to put forward a plan that grows the economy, decreases unnecessary spending, and increases opportunity for Americans. I\u2019m proud to have been a part of efforts to draft this plan and am especially grateful the Speaker included so many Republican Main Street Caucus priorities in his plan.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:44:29Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-spanberger-introduce-bipartisan-bill-protect-340b-program-prevent", "Johnson, Spanberger Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect 340B Program, Prevent Higher Drug Prices", "2023-04-06", "2023", "2023-04", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representatives Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) and Abigail Spanberger (D-VA-07) introduced a bipartisan bill that would prohibit health insurers and PBMs from discriminating against 340B Drug Pricing Program providers or their contract pharmacies on the basis of their status as providers or pharmacies that dispense 340B drugs.\n\nThe Preserving Rules Ordered for the Entities Covered Through (PROTECT) 340B Act addresses concerns from healthcare providers in South Dakota and across the country \u2014 particularly in rural areas \u2014 that have seen their access to the program threatened bypharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), insurers, and pharmaceutical companies. Specifically, the Spanberger-Johnson legislation would prevent companies from treating 340B providers differently with regards to reimbursement of fees, participation in standard or preferred networks, or inventory management systems \u2014 and it would block them from interfering in a patient\u2019s choice to receive drugs from a 340B pharmacy.\n\n\u201c340B is an essential program for rural and low-income hospitals and patients,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cSouth Dakotans rely on this program to access affordable drugs and medicines they need. The PROTECT 340B Act will ensure the quality of care for communities that need it.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe 340B Program lowers prescription drug costs and saves money for seniors and families, especially those in rural and underserved communities. But in recent years, we\u2019ve seen for-profit insurance companies and the shadowy middlemen of the pharmaceutical industry \u2014 known as pharmacy benefit managers \u2014 undermine these discounts, target 340B providers, and threaten the very survival of this program,\u201d said Spanberger. \u201cThe PROTECT 340B Act would hold these actors accountable for trying to take away the savings of American consumers. I want to thank my colleague Congressman Johnson for his partnership on this issue, and we\u2019ll keep working to level the playing field for 340B pharmacies and providers, maintain access to discounted medications, and protect the financial security of patients in Virginia and across the country.\u201d\n\n\"The Community HealthCare Association of the Dakotas appreciates Representative Johnson\u2019s strong support for the 340B program and his leadership in introducing the Protect 340B Act. The 340B program enables community health centers across the state to provide life-saving medications to our patients at lower costs. As prescription drug costs put pressure on the budgets of so many South Dakota families, Representative Johnson is responding with solutions that will make a difference,\u201d said Shelly Ten Napel, CEO of Community HealthCare Association of the Dakotas.\n\n\u201cAvera Health commends Representative Johnson for his efforts to protect 340B hospitals and patients who rely on them for care. Avera is a nonprofit health system with 30 hospitals in the 340B program serving patients in need in South Dakota, Iowa, Minnesota and Nebraska. Without access to our critical, specialized services and support funded by 340B, many patients unable to travel to reach the next nearest healthcare facility offering such care would be negatively impacted. This bipartisan legislation is important because it would help ensure 340B resources are directed towards patients in need of this comprehensive care in their communities. On behalf of those patients, we thank these 340B champions for their leadership on this issue,\u201d said Melissa Goff, Vice President of Pharmacy at Avera.\n\n\u201c340B hospitals applaud Representatives Johnson and Spanberger for their strong leadership to protect safety-net providers from discriminatory payment behavior by pharmacy benefit managers and insurance companies. 340B savings provide crucial resources to hospitals and other providers caring for patients with low incomes and those living in rural communities. PBMs and payers undermine that investment in patient care when they pay less to covered entities based solely on their participation in 340B. This bipartisan legislation would ensure that those 340B dollars go to care for patients of the health care safety net as Congress intended and not into more profits for PBMs and insurers,\u201d said Maureen Testoni, 340B Health President and CEO.\n\n\u201cEssential hospitals thank Reps. Johnson and Spanberger for introducing the PROTECT 340B Act. The 340B program is vital to millions of low-income patients and our nation\u2019s health care safety net. We call on Congress to defend the 340B program against drug industry attacks by passing this important legislation,\u201d said Dr. Bruce Siegel, President & CEO, America\u2019s Essential Hospitals.\n\n\u201cWith sixty percent of Sanford Health patients living in rural areas, 340B provides crucial support. Sanford Health relies on 340B to stretch scarce healthcare dollars, increasing our ability to support critical health services in our communities. Protection of the program allows us to maintain access and invest in care delivery in our communities. We are thankful for Representative Johnson\u2019s support to this essential program,\u201d said Corey Brown, System Vice President Government Relations, Sanford.\n\n\u201cThe South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations appreciates Congressman Johnson and his efforts in supporting protections for hospitals and providers through the PROTECT 340B Act. This proposed legislation, should it become law will assure access to healthcare Services in South Dakota, benefiting patients and our members statewide,\u201d said Tim Rave, President and CEO, SDAHO.\n\nClick here to read the full bill text.\n\nBackground:\n\nThe 340B Drug Pricing Program was enacted by Congress in 1992 with bipartisan support and is overseen by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The program requires that pharmaceutical companies give safety-net and rural healthcare providers discounts on their drugs, in exchange for having their drugs covered by Medicaid.\n\nThe program has a demonstrated record of protecting patients who are low-income, live in underserved communities, or suffer from serious chronic illnesses from the threat of skyrocketing prices for the drugs they depend on the most.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:44:29Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-historic-energy-security-americans", "House Passes Historic Energy Security for Americans", "2023-03-30", "2023", "2023-03", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) voted in support of increasing American energy security when supporting H.R. 1, the Lower Energy Costs Act, which passed the House by [225-204].\n\n\u201cBolstering American energy security through domestic production starts with scaling back overly burdensome environmental regulations that delay or permanently block approval for production,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cH.R. 1 will get our energy production headed in the right direction, creating a cleaner energy future and lower costs for Americans.\u201d\n\nH.R. 1 would unleash American energy and lower costs for Americans by:\n\n1. Increasing domestic energy production\n\n2. Reforming the permitting process for all industries\n\n3. Reversing anti-energy policies advanced by the Biden Administration\n\n4. Streamlining energy infrastructure and exports\n\n5. Boosting the production and processing of critical minerals\n\nWatch Johnson\u2019s Floor Remarks here and read them below:\n\nJohnson: Mr. Chairman, I spent six years as a state energy regulator and our focus was always on safe, affordable, reliable energy because we knew that that could power American prosperity.\n\nAnd indeed, this abundance of American energy that we've been talking about can be a huge American competitive advantage in an increasingly uncertain world.\n\nUnfortunately, we have made it so difficult to do big projects in this country anymore if you need a strong piece of evidence, look at President Biden\u2019s unilateral canceling of the Keystone XL Pipeline.\n\nBut unfortunately, that is not the only piece of evidence. It takes five to seven years to permit an energy project in this country.\n\nIt is an almost uniquely American problem. It can get done in half the time in countries like Canada and H.R. 1 is a huge step in the right direction.\n\nIt prevents the constant relitigation of projects and reviews that have already been settled and moves the NEPA process into the 21st century by making sure we have an online portal for projects.\n\nIt creates deadlines for NEPA and other environmental reviews.\n\nImagine that, a shot clock, a deadline to make sure that the government's work is done on time.\n\nAnd Mr. Chairman, it unlocks American energy and energy leasing and repeal restrictions on export and import of natural gas.\n\nMr. Chairman, the abundance of American energy is a huge American competitive advantage. H.R. 1 makes that so. And with that, I yield back.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:30:02Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-johnson-reminds-americans-ccps-surveillance", "ICYMI: Johnson Reminds Americans of the CCP\u2019s Surveillance", "2023-03-29", "2023", "2023-03", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) asked witnesses about the surveillance tactics of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) during the Select Committee on the CCP Hearing on the ongoing Uyghur Genocide.\n\nImage\n\nClick here or on the image above to watch the line of questioning.\n\nJohnson\u2019s line of questioning:\n\nJohnson: First, Gulbahar Haitiwaji, thank you. You have reinforced trust the Chinese Communist Party is engaged in systemic acts of pure and unadulterated evil, thank you. Secondly, Mr. Chairman I ask unanimous consent to show a short video from The Economist which displays the terrifyingly Orwellian surveillance state that the CCP has assembled to control the Uyghur people.\n\nMs. Kikoler, is that an accurate representation?\n\nMs. Naomi Kikoler: I would argue for part of the Uyghur community the situation is even more dire. You can't walk more than 500 meters without having your face scanned. As to our speakers before mentioned, for too many Uyghur families they have a member of the Han community living within their homes. They are being surveilled through human surveillance and through high-tech surveillance. So, it is an Orwellian system. It\u2019s one where you can simply not escape being followed and any moment. Right now, as we celebrate Ramadan, merely observing a holiday would be grounds for person to be detained. Every single Uyghur in this room has family members detained.\n\nJohnson: That video is just the tip of the iceberg. Is it accurate to say that American investors and firms are providing Chinese technology firms the resources they need to develop high-tech surveillance and control tools?\n\nDr. Adrian Zenz: Yes, they have done so and, in some ways, still do. In some ways it's already too late because the Chinese are already on the cutting edge of doing so.\n\nJohnson: Is it accurate to say these surveillance tools as the Chinese Communist Party perfects them, using them to repress the Uyghur people, could be used to surveilled Americans?\n\nChairman Nory Turkel: Absolutely. That's one of the effective tools that they use to make us compromise our personal information, privacy. And threaten our sovereignty. They will also affect democratic norms. We see signs in Zimbabwe, in a country where they are using technology to monitor oppositional leaders. That would be the new norm China is trying to create.\n\nJohnson: You talk about Uyghur people being forced to put apps that spy on their devices. I would let everyone know, some of you probably already know, that TikTok has changed its U.S. privacy policy allowing the app to automatically collect new types of data including what it describes as face prints and voice prints. Is it possible that the use high-tech surveillance tools are already on American phones?\n\nTurkel: Yes, that is a spying tool for the Chinese state. They can collect data, personal videos, pictures, communications. People argue that our social media companies do that as well, but that\u2019s for commercial purpose. What the Chinese are doing, whatever data they have is valuable data for advancing AI technology.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:30:02Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-garamendi-lead-ocean-shipping-reform-20", "Johnson, Garamendi Lead Ocean Shipping Reform 2.0", "2023-03-28", "2023", "2023-03", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) introduced the bipartisan Ocean Shipping Reform Implementation Act with Rep. John Garamendi (D-CA) to build on the progress of their Ocean Shipping Reform Act that became law in June 2022. The Ocean Shipping Reform Implementation Act will crack down on the Chinese Communist Party\u2019s attempts to influence America\u2019s supply chain.\n\nThe bill prohibits U.S. ports from using Chinese state-sponsored LOGINK software, allows the FMC to investigate foreign shipping exchanges like the Shanghai Shipping Exchange to preempt improper business practices, and authorizes the FMC to streamline data standards for maritime freight logistics.\n\n\u201cWe\u2019ve seen the positive results of the Ocean Shipping Reform Act, but there is more to be done to stay tough on China,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cThe Ocean Shipping Reform Implementation Act gives the FMC the authority to protect U.S. ports, shippers, and manufacturers from the CCP\u2019s influence. Fair trade practices benefit all parts of the supply chain from producer to manufacturer, shipper to consumer.\u201d\n\n\u201cLast June, Congress passed our landmark reform to the nation\u2019s ocean shipping laws for the first time in nearly a quarter century to protect American businesses and consumers from price gouging by foreign-flagged ocean liners,\u201d said Garamendi. \u201cCongressman Johnson and I are committed to seeing that bipartisan 2022 law implemented fully to support American exporters and correct our nation\u2019s longstanding trade imbalance with countries like China. After years of endless happy talk in Washington, we are finally making free trade fair trade and stopping Chinese state-controlled companies from ripping off our country and gutting our manufacturing jobs. Our implementation bill introduced today will finish the job.\u201d\n\nWatch Johnson\u2019s line of questioning here or click the photo below.\n\n\u201cThe Ocean Shipping Reform Implementation Act of 2023 confirms the purpose of OSRA to advance the interests of US agriculture exports, an objective the current FMC has embraced wholeheartedly. The new statutory language will guide the FMC in future years, as new Commissioners are appointed, and new staff are hired. It addresses emerging security and market control concerns relating to non-market economies with whom we trade and transport. It broadens the input provided to the Commission by the shipping public, to include freight forwarders and others, who arrange transport for many agriculture exporters,\u201d said Peter Friedman, Executive Director of the Agriculture Transportation Coalition. \u201cOn behalf of our membership representing every agriculture and forest products commodity, in every state of the country, we thank Congressmen Johnson and Garamendi for your unwavering advocacy.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Ocean Shipping Reform Act was a key step in the right direction to correcting an ocean shipping market that has for too long disadvantaged U.S. dairy exporters. USDEC thanks Representatives Johnson and Garamendi for introducing this follow-up legislation to ensure full implementation of OSRA that will hold ocean carriers accountable for their responsibilities to keep trade flowing. This bill gives the Federal Maritime Commission the full suite of tools necessary to return balance and certainty for American dairy exports,\u201d said Krysta Harden, President and CEO of the U.S. Dairy Export Council.\n\n\"Consumer Brands is encouraged by bipartisan efforts in Congress to ensure the federal government is equipped with the policy and regulatory tools it needs to protect American shippers and ensure the seamless operation of U.S. supply chains. Stronger maritime shipping links are critical to consumers\u2019 quality of life and the growth of the U.S economy, and we encourage the swift consideration of the new legislation being introduced by Reps. Johnson and Garamendi today to build upon and improve the critical polices included in the Ocean Shipping Reform Act,\u201d said Tom Madrecki, Vice President, Supply Chain and Logistics, Consumer Brands Association.\n\n\u201cAmerican dairy producers rely upon a consistent transportation network for their products to reach international customer. The legislation introduced today builds upon the important steps initiated in the Ocean Shipping Reform Act to correct an ocean shipping market that put U.S. dairy exporters at a steep disadvantage over the past three years. We look forward to working with Representatives Johnson and Garamendi to get this important bill through Congress and into law,\u201d said Jim Mulhern, President and CEO of the National Milk Producers Federation.\n\n\u201cThis legislation is essential for modernizing the U.S. freight sector and ensuring that U.S. supply chains are resilient and secure in the face of increasing geopolitical volatility. The bill establishes a critical pathway to developing a data-sharing standard amongst freight stakeholders, delivering efficiencies that reduce emissions and enabling more effective responses to supply chain disruptions,\u201d said Christine Weydig, Executive Director, Coalition for Reimagined Mobility (ReMo).\n\nThe Ocean Shipping Reform Implementation Act is also supported by the Agriculture Transportation Coalition, National Milk Producers Federation, U.S. Dairy Export Council, National Customs Brokers and Forwarders Association of America, Coalition for Reimagined Mobility, Consumer Brands Association, and National Industrial Transportation League.\n\nThe Ocean Shipping Reform Implementation Act:\n\nTough on China\n\nEstablishes a formal process to report complaints against shipping exchanges like the Shanghai Shipping Exchange to the Federal Maritime Commission for investigation.\n\nBans U.S. port authorities from using the Chinese state-sponsored National Transportation Logistics Public Information Platform (LOGINK) and similar state-sponsored malware.\n\nDirects the U.S. DOT to contract an independent auditor to examine the influence of the People\u2019s Republic of China on the business practices of the Shanghai Shipping Exchange and report to Congress.\n\nCodifies the definition of \u201ccontrolled carrier\u201d under the Shipping Act to encompass state-controlled enterprises in non-market economies like the People\u2019s Republic of China.\n\nData Streamlining & Port Performance Statistics\n\nAuthorizes the FMC to streamline data standards for maritime freight logistics and use existing data standards or industry best practices, including contracting an expert third party to develop the new federal data standard if needed.\n\nAuthorizes the Bureau of Transportation Statistics to collect more information on port operations, such as the total of incoming and outgoing containers and yard capacity.\n\nOSRA Good Government\n\nClarifies that Federal Maritime Commission may also stipulate additional minimum requirements for service contracts by ocean common carriers, at the agency\u2019s discretion.\n\nUpdates and improves the purposes of the Shipping Act to better reflect current federal policy governing international ocean shipping and establishes reciprocal trade as part of Federal Maritime Commission\u2019s mission in enforcing the Shipping Act.\n\nProhibits the Federal Maritime Commission from requiring ocean carriers to report information already reported to other federal agencies.\n\nRead full bill text here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:30:02Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-responds-misinformation-ranking-member-scott", "Johnson Responds to Misinformation by Ranking Member Scott", "2023-03-28", "2023", "2023-03", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) defended his bill to enforce work requirements for able-bodied adults without young dependents that receive SNAP benefits. His remarks were made during the House Agriculture Committee hearing with U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Vilsack.\n\nMembers on the Democratic side of the Committee were vocal in their opposition to Johnson\u2019s America Works Act, calling it \u201cextreme.\u201d Work requirements historically have bipartisan support, and Johnson quoted then-Senator Joe Biden speaking in support on them on the Senate Floor, saying, \u201cThe culture of welfare must be replaced with the culture of work.\u201d\n\nJohnson highlighted states that have seen positive results from returning to work requirements\u2014states such as Florida and Arkansas. In Arkansas, the return to work resulted in able-bodied adults without dependents enrollment dropped by 70 percent, and the income of those leaving the program tripled within just a few years of employment.\n\nListen to Johnson\u2019s remarks here or click the video below.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:30:02Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-named-most-effective-house-republican-agriculture", "Johnson Named Most Effective House Republican on Agriculture", "2023-03-22", "2023", "2023-03", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) was named the most effective House Republican in the area of Agriculture by the Center for Effective Lawmaking (CEL). Johnson received the same rank during the 116th Congress. He was also named the 14th most effective lawmaker out of 222 House Republicans.\n\nJohnson received the following ranks:\n\n14th most effective House Republican\n\nMost effective House Republican for agriculture issues\n\n5th most effective House Republican for transportation issues\n\n5th most effective House Republican for public lands issues\n\n9th most effective House Republican for Native American issues\n\n\u201cAgriculture is the top industry in South Dakota. My focused efforts to represent our producers well have delivered results to the industry,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cI\u2019m proud to be named the top House Republican in Agriculture policy and will continue to work hard for South Dakota.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:30:02Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-re-introduces-bill-protect-tribal-members-firearm-access", "Johnson Re-Introduces Bill to Protect Tribal Members\u2019 Firearm Access", "2023-03-22", "2023", "2023-03", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) introduced the bipartisan Tribal Firearm Access Actwith Rep. Mary Peltola (D-AK) to protect tribal sovereignty and list tribal governments as eligible entities to issue identification documents for the purposes of transferring a firearm. U.S. Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) introduced the companion bill in the Senate.\n\n\u201cClassifying tribal IDs as an invalid form of identification for the purchase of firearms limits tribal sovereignty and tribal members\u2019 ability to obtain a firearm,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cA foreign passport is accepted as a valid form of identification\u2014a tribal ID should be no different. My bill corrects this oversight, ensuring Second Amendment rights for tribal members.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe right to bear arms is constitutionally vested, and important to the day-to-day lives of Native Americans. The Tribal Firearm Access Act sponsored by Rep. Dusty Johnson removes certain barriers for tribal members to purchase firearms by allowing them to utilize tribally issued identification cards as a valid form of identification. I applaud Rep. Johnson\u2019s continued efforts to protect tribal members\u2019 rights, and appreciate this legislation,\u201d said President Tony Reider, Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe.\n\n\u201cTribal citizens, and all law-abiding Americans, have a fundamental right to keep and bear arms,\u201d said Senator Mullin. \u201cFor too long, a lapse in existing law has prohibited Tribal members from using their government-issued Tribal identification to lawfully obtain firearms. Our commonsense legislation corrects this unconstitutional infringement, and I\u2019m proud to be leading this legislation in the Senate to protect Tribal members\u2019 ability to exercise their Second Amendment rights.\u201d\n\n\u201cIn Alaska, firearms are an essential tool for subsistence and self-defense alike,\u201d said Rep. Peltola. \u201cTribal identification cards are already valid for a variety of uses, including boarding planes and accessing federal buildings and banks across the nation. This bill would extend this parity to include the Second Amendment Rights of Tribal members. It is past time that Tribal sovereignty is recognized in this regard, and I look forward to working with Rep. Johnson on this essential legislation.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe fundamental right to keep and bear arms is dependent on the ability to lawfully acquire firearms. The Tribal Firearm Access Act would ensure Native Americans can use identification issued by federally-recognized tribal governments to transfer a firearm under federal law. On behalf of our millions of members and supporters across the country, we thank Rep. Dusty Johnson for defending the rights of law-abiding Native American gun owners and offering this important legislation,\u201d said Jason Ouimet, Executive Director, NRA-ILA.\n\n\u201cNSSF supports this no-nonsense measure that will ensure fair and accurate background checks for the purchase of a firearm at the point-of-sale. The Firearm Industry Trade Association consistently advocates for improvements to the FBI\u2019s National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) to confirm that only those who can be trusted to possess a firearm are able to purchase one from a firearm retailer. Our members rely on that system to be accurate and providing a means for tribal members to use their tribal identification cards will safeguard their ability to exercise their Second Amendment rights while ensuring firearms remain out of the hands of those that cannot be trusted to possess them,\u201d said Lawrence G. Keane, Senior Vice President & General Counsel, National Shooting Sports Foundation.\n\n\u201cThe National Native American Law Enforcement Association (NNALEA) supports the common sense approach to allow Photo Tribal Identification/Membership Cards to be utilized to purchase firearms. Many of Indian Country Tribal Members lack easy access to other forms of government approved identification. NNALEA realizes the importance of properly identifying purchasers of firearms. NNALEA believes the government approved Photo Tribal Identification/Membership Cards of Federally Recognized Tribes would be an important tool to achieve the lawful purchase of firearms. On behalf of our membership we would like to thank your for your commitment to Indian Country issues,\u201d said Gary L. Edwards, CEO, NNALEA.\n\nThe Firearms Regulatory Accountability Coalition, Inc. (FRAC) and the Gun Owners of America (GOA) also support the Tribal Firearm Access Act.\n\nBackground:\n\nThe Tribal Firearm Access Act clarifies that tribal governments are eligible entities to issue identification documents for the purposes of transferring a firearm. It amends Section 922(d) of Title 18 to include valid tribal government identification documents.\n\n\u201cTribal governments\u201d is defined as all federally recognized governing bodies of Indian or Alaska Native tribes, bands, nations, pueblos, villages, communities, component bands, or component reservations, pursuant to the Federally Recognized Indian Tribe List Act of 1994.\n\nThe Tribal Firearm Access Act is also supported by U.S. Reps. Tom Cole (R-OK), Ryan Zinke (R-MT), Kelly Armstrong (R-N.D.), Don Bacon (R-NE), Dan Crenshaw (R-TX), Dan Newhouse (R-WA), Doug LaMalfa (R-CA), Nancy Mace (R-S.C.), Stephanie Bice (R-OK), Doug Lamborn (R-CO), Mariannette Miller Meeks (R-IA), and Tracey Mann (R-KS).", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:30:02Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnsons-ship-it-act-gains-industry-support", "Johnson\u2019s SHIP IT Act Gains Industry Support", "2023-03-16", "2023", "2023-03", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Last week, U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson\u2019s Safer Highways and Increased Performance for Interstate Trucking (SHIP IT) Act surpassed 100 endorsements from a wide variety of businesses and organizations.\n\nImage\n\nClick here or on the image above to watch Mr. Friedmann\u2019s support for the SHIP IT Act.\n\n\u201cFarmers and ranchers depend on a reliable transportation network. Farm Bureau supports the SHIP IT Act and the meaningful solutions it provides to address the need for more truck drivers, truck parking, productivity, efficiency, options during emergencies, and flexibility for ag haulers,\u201d said Zippy Duvall, President, American Farm Bureau Federation.\n\n\u201cThe National Retail Federation applauds the bipartisan leadership from Representatives Dusty Johnson and Jim Costa in addressing supply chain challenges like trucking issues that existed well before the pandemic. This smart legislation provides incentives to bring new drivers into the workforce and streamlines the licensing process, which can be a barrier. Having a larger, well trained driver workforce is essential to supply chain efficiency and resilience,\u201d said David French, Senior Vice President, Government Relations, National Retail Federation.\n\nEndorsing organizations (111):", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:30:02Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-leads-work-requirements-fight-us-house", "Johnson Leads Work Requirements Fight in the U.S. House", "2023-03-14", "2023", "2023-03", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) introduced the America Works Act, a bill to reform work requirements for able-bodied Americans receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. Current federal law requires Able Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWDs) younger than 49 years old on SNAP to participate in work, training, or education for 20 hours a week.\n\nCurrently, 18 states utilize waivers to exempt individuals from work requirements. Unfortunately, many states abuse these waivers and ignore work requirements for ABAWDs. Johnson\u2019s bill would close the loophole allowing those waivers. According to data prior to the pandemic, 1.36 million ABAWD households reported zero dollars in gross income \u2013 meaning they did not work at all.\n\n\u201cWork is the best pathway out of poverty,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cWork requirements have proven to be effective, and people who can work should work. With more than 11 million open jobs, there are plenty of opportunities for SNAP recipients to escape poverty and build a better life.\u201d\n\nThe America Works Act of 2023:\n\nEmphasizes and amends work requirements for Able Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWDs) requiring childless adults, unless exempted, to work or participate in work-related training or education, for at least 20 hours per week in order to receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.\n\nThis bill maintains current law which states that ABAWDs are subject to a three-month limit of SNAP benefits unless they work 80 hours per month.\n\nRaises the age limits of an ABAWD from 18 to 49 to 18 to 65, consistent with the age individuals become eligible for Medicare.\n\nEmployment projections from the Bureau of Labor and Statistics show that individuals over the age of 55 are projected to assume over 25% of the workforce in 2022.\n\nThe America Works Act of 2023 eliminates states\u2019 ability to carry over exemption waivers from year to year, reducing instances of stockpiling and hampering abuses of the law.\n\nStates are currently allowed robust flexibility in managing their SNAP population, with 12% of state caseloads eligible for exemptions from the work requirements. Johnson\u2019s bill maintains that flexibility, but doesn\u2019t allow states to carry over exemptions year after year.\n\nReps. Chuck Edwards (NC-11), Warren Davidson (OH-08), Jake Ellzey (TX-06), Mary Miller (IL-15), Doug Lamborn (CO-05), August Pfluger (TX-11), Lori Chavez-DeRemer (OR-05), Josh Brecheen (OK-02), Jen Kiggans (VA-02), Randy Feenstra (IA-04), Troy Nehls (TX-22), Ryan Zinke (MT-01), Mark Alford (MO-04), Andy Ogles (TN-05), Max Miller (OH-07), Pat Fallon (TX-04), Virginia Foxx (NC-05), Randy Weber (TX-14), Glenn Grothman (WI-06), Tim Walberg (MI-05), Richard Hudson (NC-09), Scott Franklin (FL-18),and Michael Cloud (TX-27) are original cosponsors of the America Works Act.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:30:02Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-rounds-re-introduce-firearm-access-bill-rv-ers-active-duty-military", "Johnson, Rounds Re-Introduce Firearm Access Bill for RV-ers, Active-Duty Military", "2023-03-09", "2023", "2023-03", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) and U.S. Senator Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) re-introduced the Traveler\u2019s Gun Rights Act. The legislation strengthens Second Amendment rights to allow law-abiding RV-ers, active-duty military, military spouses, and others who rely on a P.O. Box for their primary mailing address to obtain a firearm.\n\nCurrently, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) requires Americans purchasing a firearm to fill out paperwork listing an address. However, the ATF prohibits buyers from listing a P.O. Box or Private Mailbox (PMB) on this form. This prohibition unfairly hurts full-time travelers, many of whom live in their RV year-round and utilize a P.O. Box or PMB in order to receive mail. These alternate addresses can be listed on driver\u2019s licenses, but they cannot be used on the ATF paperwork.\n\n\u201cJust because a law-abiding citizen relies on a P.O. Box as their primary address doesn\u2019t mean their Second Amendment rights should be limited,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cSouth Dakota is home to many RV-ers and active-duty military who have this problem when trying to obtain a firearm. My bill seeks to correct that.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a supporter of the Second Amendment, I am committed to protecting the rights of lawful gun owners,\u201d said Rounds. \u201cThe Traveler\u2019s Gun Rights Act removes an unfair prohibition facing Americans with unique living situations. This legislation will make certain that law-abiding citizens do not face a burdensome roadblock when trying to exercise their Second Amendment rights.\u201d\n\n\u201cAmericans, especially our active-duty military members, should never be denied the full spectrum of their Second Amendment rights simply because they use a post office box address instead of a physical address,\u201d said Lawrence G. Keane, Senior Vice President and General Counsel for National Shooting Sports Foundation, The Firearm Industry Trade Association. \u201cThis legislation is a simple fix to an overlooked problem that unfortunately disenfranchises law-abiding citizens of their ability to lawfully purchase a firearm. It still requires all the safeguards to ensure firearms remain out of the hands of those who should never possess them. Congressman Dusty Johnson\u2019s leadership on the Traveler\u2019s Gun Rights Act to ensure those with unique living situations are not denied their rights is commendable.\u201d\n\n\"For many Americans, traveling full-time is a way of life,\u201d said Brian Calabrese, Managing Director for Federal Affairs, National Rifle Association\u2019s Institute for Legislative Action. Unfortunately, ATF does not recognize P.O. Boxes as a legal point of residence the way the IRS does, effectively rescinding the constitutionally protected Second Amendment rights of those who travel full-time. The NRA thanks Rep. Dusty Johnson for his work to close this loophole and protect the rights of those who travel this great country.\u201d\n\nJohnson\u2019s legislation is cosponsored by U.S. Reps. Tom McClintock (R-CA), Paul Gosar (R-AZ), Jake LaTurner (R-KS), Dan Crenshaw (R-TX), Scott Perry (R-PA), Jeff Duncan (R-SC), Don Bacon (R-NE), Doug LaMalfa (R-CA), and Chris Stewart (R-UT).\n\nRounds\u2019 Senate companion supported by U.S. Senators Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Ted Cruz (R-TX), Roger Marshall (R-KS), James Risch (R-ID), James Lankford (R-OK), Mike Crapo (R-ID), Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), and Mike Braun (R-IN).", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:30:02Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-questions-ccp-involvement-global-food-sector", "Johnson Questions CCP Involvement in Global Food Sector", "2023-03-01", "2023", "2023-03", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Yesterday, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) participated in the first hearing held by the Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to address the CCP\u2019s threat to America.\n\nJohnson\u2019s line of questioning focused on the CCP\u2019s increase of ownership of American farmland and agriculture processing facilities, along with the growing influence the CCP has over farmland globally.\n\nClick here to watch Johnson\u2019s full line of questioning\n\nJohnson\u2019s Line of Questioning:\n\nJohnson: \u201cI fear that too many Americans view the Chinese Communist Party as a threat over there, when in reality it is a threat here.\n\n\u201cThat\u2019s why I was so grateful to hear General McMaster say tonight, \u2018It is a real mistake to give an adversary coercive power over your economy.\u2019\n\n\u201cAnd I was so grateful to hear Mr. Paul say, \u2018We need tighter controls over CCP investment in this country, particularly in critical sectors.\u2019\n\n\u201cSo, with that, Mr. Pottinger and others, I want to draw our attention to what is most assuredly a critical sector, and that is food. Food security is national security. We know that in recent years, the Chinese Communist Party has increased its holdings of farmland outside of China by one thousand percent. During that same time frame, they have acquired 1,300 agricultural processing facilities. This is a deliberate and focused attempt.\n\n\u201cMr. Pottinger to you, do we know to what extent those efforts by the CCP are motivated by their desire to gain the kind of coercive power that the General was talking about?\n\nMr. Pottinger: \u201cOne of the reasons that we should be extremely careful about permitting purchases of farmland in the United States by companies that are beholden to the Chinese Communist Party is that sometimes the farmland is an proximity to sensitive installations, nuclear facilities or other military bases. There may be more at play as well. It certainly bears close scrutiny.\n\n\u201cWhy has there been such a significant increase in Chinese purchases and farmland? I think that with the Committee for Foreign Investment in The United States (CFIUS), there should be closer scrutiny on these purchases, but we\u2019ve seen some purchases go through even recently that were relatively close proximity to military bases. I\u2019m not sure why they chose not to scrutinize that particular deal. They\u2019ve had a trend of not exercising its ability to actually block and instead they frequently try to mitigate, but the mitigation measures are usually hollow and don't actually protect our national security.\n\nJohnson: \u201cSo with regards to the domestic investment, there are many in Congress, myself, Mr. Newhouse and others that have legislation that would address that. Let\u2019s focus on Chinese investments in food supply elsewhere. I think about the southern globe, Africa, South America, southeast Asia. To what extent should that investment concern Americans?\n\nPottinger: \u201cI think the Communist Party\u2019s actions to try to lock up major supplies of commodities and goods probably including figurative, but also certainly rare earth material, cobalt, and things that go into everything from regular consumer products to military goods is part of a grand strategy. It\u2019s not just haphazard. It\u2019s not just about making a buck.\n\nJohnson: \u201cThat bears repeating\u2014this is part of a grand strategy. It is something we want to be focused, thoughtful, and deliberate about as we work to strategically decouple from the Chinese Communist Party. There\u2019s an opportunity there for us to draw our allies in the Indo-Pacific and elsewhere closer. That\u2019s going to give us a great opportunity to protect freedom. It\u2019s not just in food security that this investment has the potential to create coercive power. I have a letter here, Mr. Chairman from when many within the communications industry talking about the importance of the Rip and Replace Regime regarding Huawei and other Chinese in telecommunications infrastructure. I would ask for unanimous consent to enter it into the record.\n\nPottinger: \u201cThanks to enterprising reporting a few years ago by the Wall Street Journal, we know that Huawei was working with a couple of African governments to surveil political opponents in those countries and in some cases those political opponents and activists were arrested and in jailed. So, Beijing is exporting all of the tools that you would need to run a totalitarian system.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:30:02Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnsons-office-now-accepting-summer-2023-internship-applications", "Johnson\u2019s Office Now Accepting Summer 2023 Internship Applications", "2023-02-15", "2023", "2023-02", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) is seeking internship applications for the summer in his Washington, D.C., Rapid City, Aberdeen, and Sioux Falls offices.\n\nDuties will include researching legislation, writing memos, attending committee hearings and briefings, answering constituent phone calls, sorting mail, and providing support to the staff and the Member of Congress.\n\nInterns will be given the opportunity to develop their research, writing, and communications skills while working closely alongside staff. They will also gain an in-depth understanding of how the legislative branch of government operates while helping to serve South Dakota constituents.\n\n\u201cOur interns get to learn about almost every aspect of working in a Congressional office,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cWith only sixteen full-time staff to serve the entire state, driven and motivated interns play a necessary role in the success of our office.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:18:08Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-chair-panel-overseeing-rural-broadband", "Johnson to Chair Panel Overseeing Rural Broadband", "2023-02-09", "2023", "2023-02", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) has been named Chair of the Congressional subcommittee overseeing broadband development efforts throughout rural America. Prior to joining the U.S. House, Johnson was the co-owner of a South Dakota engineering and consulting firm specializing in rural broadband.\n\n\u201cFew things will be more important to the long-term health of rural American than access to high-speed internet access,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cThe 2023 Farm Bill will give us an opportunity to improve broadband access for rural Americans across our nation. As a subcommittee Chairman, I\u2019m looking forward to playing a lead role in drafting the Farm Bill, especially those sections impacting rural America.\u201d\n\nJohnson\u2019s panel, the Subcommittee on Commodity Markets, Digital Assets, and Rural Development, has broad jurisdiction. In addition to rural broadband, the subcommittee is the lead panel in numerous policy areas, including:\n\nCrypto Regulation \u2013 Commodity markets, including those for digital assets, are regulated by the Commodities Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), which is overseen by Johnson\u2019s subcommittee. Recent failures with the digital asset space have prompted calls to address possible deficiencies in the regulation of cryptocurrency markets.\n\nFarm Bill Drafting \u2013 The subcommittee will have primary responsibility for drafting two sections of the 2023 Farm Bill\u2014Title VI (Rural Development) and Title IX (Energy)\u2014and will assist with drafting numerous other Farm Bill provisions.\n\nCommodity Markets \u2013 The CFTC and the subcommittee oversee numerous features of commodities markets, including exchanges, swaps, futures, and derivatives. The subcommittee has jurisdiction over the impacts of inflation, global conflict, and trade distortions on global commodity markets.\n\nRural Infrastructure \u2013 The subcommittee oversees USDA Rural Development and its investments in rural energy, rural businesses, rural housing, and rural connectivity. These programs have dramatically improved infrastructure in rural America.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m excited to welcome this talented slate of subcommittee Chairs for the 118th Congress,\u201d saidRep. Glenn \u201cGT\u201d Thompson (R-PA), Chairman of the House Committee on Agriculture. \u201cTheir expertise and partnership are essential to fulfilling this Committee\u2019s mandate of delivering certainty and prosperity to American agriculture and its entire value chain. We will serve as a check on the Administration\u2019s regulatory attacks and advance science-based policy to strengthen rural communities. The revised jurisdiction of our subcommittees, the leadership announced today, and the strength and diversity of new and returning members lays the foundation for us to deliver for the American people.\u201d\n\nJohnson was also named to theSubcommittee on General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit.\n\nRead the Agriculture Committee\u2019s full announcement and find other Subcommittee Chairs here. View the full list of Agriculture subcommittee jurisdictions here.\n\nOn the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Johnson was named to the Subcommittees on Aviation; Highways and Transit; and Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.\n\n\u201cWorking on these subcommittees gives me an opportunity to continue improving our supply chain from roads to rail to air,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cPaired with my work in ocean shipping reform, I hope to bridge gaps in the supply chain to deliver goods to consumers and businesses on time.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:18:08Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-announces-south-dakota-sheriffs-state-union-guests", "Johnson Announces South Dakota Sheriffs as State of the Union Guests", "2023-02-06", "2023", "2023-02", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) announced that Pennington County Sheriff Brian Mueller and Moody County Sheriff Troy Wellman will be his guests at the State of the Union on February 7, 2023.\n\n\u201cPoor decisions by the federal government harm the smallest communities in South Dakota,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cThroughout my conversations with Sheriff Mueller and Sheriff Wellman they\u2019ve been clear \u2013 the number one thing Congress can do to make our communities safer is secure the southern border. I hope President Biden highlights a plan to combat fentanyl pouring into our communities as he discusses the State of our Union.\u201d\n\n\u201cI am honored and humbled to be asked by Representative Johnson to be his guest at the State of the Union,\u201d said Sheriff Wellman. \u201cAs the Sheriff of Moody County, I am hoping there is a conversation and an explained plan on how to secure the border. It is not a political issue; it is 100% a national health and safety issue. It needs to not only be addressed but fixed.\u201d\n\n\u201cI appreciate the opportunity to attend the State of the Union. Methamphetamine is still the number one driver of violent crime in South Dakota and fentanyl overdoses continue to rise,\u201d said Sheriff Mueller. \u201cThese drugs flow freely across our open southern border and into communities near you and me. I am hoping to hear President Biden take an aggressive stance and outline a plan to secure our southern border. This immediate step is necessary to keep our citizens and communities safe.\u201d\n\nIn November 2022, South Dakota saw one of the largest drug busts in state history, both happened on tribal lands. Johnson urged U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Mayorkas to rectify the dangerous policies that have allowed our southern border to spiral out of control. Additionally, Johnson sat down with Sheriff Mueller in October 2022 to discuss the influx of drugs in the area that have contributed to the increase in violent crimes.\n\nImage", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:18:08Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-protecting-us-farmland-ccp", "Johnson Protecting U.S. Farmland from the CCP", "2023-02-01", "2023", "2023-02", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) cosponsored two bills to protect America\u2019s farmland and businesses from the Chinese Communist Party and add the Secretary of Agriculture to the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS).\n\n\u201cWe have seen foreign adversaries increase their ownership of American farmland and ag businesses over the past ten years, and it\u2019s concerning,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cThis poses a threat to our food supply, food security, and supply chain. The PASS Act ensures America\u2019s ag land and ag businesses are not owned and operated by our foreign adversaries. Given increased threats, the Secretary of Agriculture needs a seat at the CFIUS table to ensure the protection of American farmland and agriculture interests.\u201d\n\nThe amount of foreign-owned U.S. agricultural land has increased significantly over the past ten years. Johnson is a member of the Select Committee on China, which plans to examine China\u2019s influence on American Agriculture in the coming months.\n\nThe Promoting Agriculture Safeguards and Security (PASS) Act led by U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-NY) would:\n\nProhibit China, Russia, Iran and North Korea from purchasing U.S. agricultural land and agricultural companies,\n\nAdd the Secretary of Agriculture as a standing member of the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States to consider agriculture needs when making determinations affecting our national security,\n\nRequire the President to submit a report to Congress on any waiver granted to a prohibited country, and\n\nRequire reporting from the Secretary of Agriculture on the risk of foreign purchases of agriculture companies to the American agriculture sector.\n\nThe Foreign Adversary Risk Management (FARM) Actled byU.S. Rep. Ronny Jackson (R-TX) would:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:18:08Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-applauds-usda-cattle-contract-library-pilot-program-launch", "Johnson Applauds USDA Cattle Contract Library Pilot Program Launch", "2023-01-31", "2023", "2023-01", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) applauded the launch of the Cattle Contract Library Pilot Program through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Johnson introduced the Cattle Contract Library Act in 2021 to increase transparency in cattle markets by establishing a cattle contract library.\n\n\u201cI am glad USDA is taking steps to implement the Cattle Contract Library Act,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cThis will benefit our cattle producers and ensure they\u2019re all getting a fair shake. This program is a step in the right direction to improve our cattle market and transparency for producers.\u201d\n\nCurrently, cattlemen do not have full access to contract terms being offered by packers, leading to a decline in leverage for smaller producers during price negotiations. The Cattle Contract Library will allow producers to view price components of cattle contracts, giving them more market information while protecting confidential business information of the contract holders.\n\nThe Cattle Contract Library Actpassed the U.S. House (411-13) in December 2021 and was included in the Fiscal Year 2022 appropriations package.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:08:17Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-thune-and-rounds-request-biden-approve-major-disaster-declaration", "Johnson, Thune, and Rounds Request Biden to Approve Major Disaster Declaration Requests of Tribes in South Dakota", "2023-01-27", "2023", "2023-01", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representatives Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) and Senators Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) and John Thune (R-S.D.) sent two letters of support to President Joe Biden regarding the major disaster declaration requests from the Oglala Sioux Tribe (OST) and the Rosebud Sioux Tribe (RST). If the president approves each tribes\u2019 declaration request, it would expedite recovery efforts from significant weather events that occurred from December 12 to December 26, 2022.\n\n\u201cAs you are aware, the Sandy Recovery Improvement Act of 2013 allows federally recognized Native American tribes to directly request an emergency declaration from the President through a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Regional Administrator,\u201d wrote the delegation.\n\n\u201cAs the disaster declaration request indicates, tribal officials responded to the storms using resources immediately available to them,\u201d the delegation continued. \u201cThe emergency operations conducted by the tribe reduced the storms' impact and accelerated the recovery of tribal communities. Despite these efforts, a number of tribal members remained trapped in their homes and were unable to access necessary supplies.\u201d\n\nThe delegation wrote in strong support of the tribes\u2019 declaration requests, which were in response to extreme blizzard conditions affecting the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation and the Rosebud Indian Reservation. These areas received up to three feet of snow with drifts up to 20 feet high. As a result, hundreds of families in tribal communities were unable to access critical supplies, including medications and propane and firewood to heat homes. In addition to snowfall, wind chill temperatures dropped to -50\u00b0F in some tribal communities.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:08:17Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-cattle-bills-seek-drive-competition-packing-industry", "Johnson Cattle Bills Seek to Drive Competition in the Packing Industry", "2023-01-26", "2023", "2023-01", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) re-introduced two cattle-focused bills to improve the industry \u2013 his Butcher Block Act with co-lead Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D-VA) and the Amplifying Processing of Livestock in the United States (A-PLUS) Act with lead Rep. Mark Alford (R-MO).\n\nAccording to a 2020 report, an increase of packing capacity by 5,000-6,000 head of fed cattle per day is needed to get back to the historic baseline. Building new facilities could cost $100-250 million for every 1,000 head of cattle processed daily, according to estimates. The Butcher Block Actwould establish a grant and loan program at USDA for new and expanding meat processors to drive competition within the packing industry.\n\nCurrently, regulatory barriers prevent livestock auction market owners from investing in packing facilities. The A-PLUS Act would allow for expanded investment to small and local packers, increasing capacity and diversifying market options for producers.\n\n\u201cCattle country needs solutions,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cThe past few years have taken a toll on the livestock owners who have experienced black swan event after black swan event. The Butcher Block Act and the A-PLUS Act will provide increased capacity to small packers and drive healthy competition to create a more stable market.\u201d\n\nIn July 2021, following Johnson\u2019s leadership on the Butcher Block Act, the U.S. Department of Agriculture implemented a pilot program mirroring the legislation, supplying grants to small processors. Additionally, it passed the House in June 2022 as part of a larger package.\n\nThe Butcher Block Act:\n\nAssists new and expanded livestock or meat processors to improve marketing options for livestock producers, further competitive markets, and facilitate value-added opportunity for livestock producers.\n\nAllows for financing of cooperative stock in producer-owned processing facilities and refinancing for expanded processing capacity.\n\nEstablishes a Rural Development grant program for eligible entities to assist with new construction or expansion planning and compliance.\n\nThe A-PLUS Act:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:08:17Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-costa-lead-bill-improve-supply-chain", "Johnson, Costa Lead Bill to Improve Supply Chain", "2023-01-24", "2023", "2023-01", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representatives Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) and Jim Costa (D-CA) introduced a sweeping overhaul of the interstate trucking supply chain system. The Safer Highways and Increased Performance for Interstate Trucking (SHIP IT) Act increases safety and shipping capacity for truckers; provides recruitment and retention incentives for drivers; and includes flexibility during times of emergencies or black swan events.\n\n\u201cAmericans experienced a slew of freight disruptions during and after the COVID-19 pandemic,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cLast year we addressed ocean shipping reform, and it\u2019s clear that updates are needed for other parts of the supply chain. The SHIP IT Act will bridge gaps, keep costs down for consumers, and make it easier for shippers to move products across the U.S.\u201d\n\n\u201cDisruptions in our trucking supply chain continue to drive up costs and create uncertainty for American consumers and producers,\u201d said Costa. \u201cWe need to recruit, train, and retain truck drivers to keep our supply chain moving, while also updating best practices to improve trucking to fit our modern economy. That is why we introduced this bipartisan legislation to strengthen the workforce and make it easier to move products across the country.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Shippers Coalition applauds the introduction of the Safer Highway and Increased Performance for Interstate Trucking \u201cSHIP IT Act.\u201d This bill is vital to strengthening our supply chain by increasing shipping capacity, lessening burdens on truck drivers, modernizing the CDL process, and allowing additional flexibilities during times of emergency. The 80+ members of the Shippers Coalition appreciate Congressman Johnson\u2019s steadfast leadership on these issues and look forward to working with him to help this critical legislation become law,\u201d saidSean Joyce, Executive Director, Shippers Coalition.\n\n\u201cHendrickson is a vital tier 1 supplier to the truck and trailer manufacturers worldwide, supplying suspensions systems, axles, brakes, springs, slider box systems, and bumpers. Hendrickson is proud to have one of its key manufacturing facilities located in the great state of South Dakota. The Mitchell, S.D. location, established in 1987, manufacturers trailer air ride componentry and other important suspension parts. Hendrickson wholly supports legislative efforts that aim to improve the trucking industry. A perfect example is the \u201cSHIP IT Act,\u201d sponsored by Congressman Johnson. Anytime we can make the recruitment of qualified truck drivers easier and with greater retention, that is a positive step for the supply chain. Additionally, addressing the efficiency of moving goods on our roadways aligns well with America\u2019s need to become more environmentally conscience, while keeping safety at the forefront. We are grateful to have Congressmen, like Representative Johnson, lead these significant and important issues,\u201d said Matt Joy, President & Chief Executive Officer, Hendrickson.\n\n\u201cThe SHIP IT Act is commonsense trucking reform legislation that will help dairy companies overcome many of the current supply chain challenges facing our industry. The legislation would bring the U.S. supply chain into the 21st century to meet the needs of shippers, reduce regulatory burdens that cost shippers millions of dollars a year, create good paying jobs, and support the ambitious sustainability goals of dairy businesses. IDFA is grateful to Reps. Dusty Johnson and Jim Costa for their leadership on this issue, and we urge swift passage of the SHIP IT Act in both chambers of Congress,\u201d said Michael Dykes, D.V.M., President and CEO of the International Dairy Foods Association.\n\n\u201cMilk is a perishable commodity that needs to move quickly along the supply chain from the farm to the consumer. The damages wrought by the COVID-19 pandemic and the supply chain snarls that followed have shown how important it is to find safe, efficient means of transporting goods across the country. We commend Representatives Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) and Jim Costa (D-CA) for their bipartisan Safer Highways and Increased Performance for Interstate Trucking Act. This measure includes important provisions that will improve transportation efficiency and sustainability within the U.S. dairy industry,\u201d saidJim Mulhern, National Milk Producers Federation President and CEO.\n\n\u201cConsumer Brands is grateful for the bipartisan leadership of Congressmen Johnson and Costa in championing new legislation that will safely allow for less empty miles driven, a more robust and well-trained trucking workforce and a stronger national supply chain. The SHIP IT Act offers tangible solutions that stand to immediately address pressing supply chain challenges. We call on Congress to pass this bipartisan legislation and take meaningful steps to lower consumer costs, enhance efficiency and support safety,\u201d said Tom Madrecki, Vice President of Supply Chain, Consumer Brands Association.\n\nBackground:\n\nAmerica is experiencing an 80,000-truck driver shortage, which has a negative ripple effect for every part of the supply chain.\n\nThe median age of the truck driver in the industry is between 51- and 52-years old.\n\nThere is one parking space available for every 11 semitrucks on the road\u2014yet there is a need for even more trucks to deliver freight.\n\nThe Safer Highways and Increased Performance for Interstate Trucking (SHIP IT) Act:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:08:17Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-named-select-committee-china", "Johnson Named to Select Committee on China", "2023-01-23", "2023", "2023-01", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) was named to the Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party, more commonly referred to as the \u201cSelect Committee on China.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe need to address the threats posed by China to our food security and national security,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cI\u2019ve been a leader limiting China\u2019s control over our technology, specifically TikTok, and prohibiting the CCP\u2019s purchase of American farmland and ag businesses. This Committee will play a critical role in mitigating the CCP\u2019s influence in the U.S. and establishing policies to increase our national security. I\u2019m grateful to Speaker McCarthy and Chairman Gallagher for appointing me to the Select Committee \u2013 I am ready to get to work.\u201d\n\nThe Select Committee will work on restoring supply chains and ending critical economic dependencies on China; strengthening our military; ending the CCP\u2019s access to Americans\u2019 personal data and intellectual property; and contrasting the CCP\u2019s techno-totalitarian state with the values of the Free World.\n\nJohnson has been actively opposed to China\u2019s influence and control over our farmland, food, supply chains, and Americans\u2019 personal and private data, as well as their authoritarian regime actions opposing personal freedoms.\n\nLearn more about the Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:08:17Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-named-agriculture-transportation-infrastructure-committees", "Johnson Named to Agriculture, Transportation & Infrastructure Committees", "2023-01-17", "2023", "2023-01", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) announced his committee assignments for the 118th Congress. Johnson will serve on the House Committee on Agriculture and the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s an honor and privilege to serve on the House Agriculture and Transportation and Infrastructure Committees,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cThese two committees are vital to South Dakotans\u2019 livelihood and the state\u2019s economy; I\u2019m proud to give South Dakota a voice at the table. The Agriculture Committee has a Farm Bill to reauthorize this year. I\u2019m looking forward to getting to work \u2013 there\u2019s a lot to do.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:08:17Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-reintroduces-bill-protect-and-preserve-mount-rushmore", "Johnson Reintroduces Bill to Protect and Preserve Mount Rushmore", "2023-01-17", "2023", "2023-01", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) re-introduced the Mount Rushmore Protection Act to protect one of America\u2019s most identifiable monuments.\n\n\u201cOur nation\u2019s history is not without its flaws, but there is no doubt the faces on Mount Rushmore represent democracy, freedom, and the great American experiment,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cRemoving or changing Mount Rushmore will not change the past and will not move us forward as a country. We must protect Mount Rushmore for generations to come.\u201d\n\nThe Mount Rushmore Protection Act prohibits the use of federal funds to alter, change, destroy, or remove the likeness, the name of, or any of the faces on the Mount Rushmore National Memorial.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:08:17Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-spanberger-roy-lead-bill-ban-individual-stock-trading-congress", "Johnson, Spanberger, Roy Lead Bill to Ban Individual Stock Trading in Congress", "2023-01-13", "2023", "2023-01", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 This week, U.S. Representatives Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.), Abigial Spanberger (D-VA), and Chip Roy (R-TX) re-introduced the bipartisan TRUST in Congress Act to require Members of Congress and their families place their investments, like individual stocks, in a blind trust during their tenure in Congress. The legislation effectively bans Members of Congress from trading individual stocks.\n\n\u201cMembers of Congress should be held to a high ethical standard,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cUsing any kind of confidential information to \u2018game the system\u2019 for personal gain is unacceptable. Public trust in our institutions is declining, and we should take steps to protect the integrity of our government and its officials. Passing this bill will inch us closer to that goal \u2013 I\u2019m grateful for the bipartisan leadership on this effort.\u201d\n\nThe TRUST in Congress Act requires a Member of Congress, their spouse, and dependent children to place stock investments into a qualified blind trust until 180 days after the end of their tenure in Congress. A covered investment under this bill is defined as investment in a security, a commodity, or a future, or any comparable economic interest acquired through synthetic means such as the use of a derivative.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:08:17Z"], ["https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases/johnson-leads-bill-cap-supreme-court-justices-nine", "Johnson Leads Bill to Cap Supreme Court Justices at Nine", "2023-01-11", "2023", "2023-01", "Republican", "House", "SD", "Dusty Johnson", "J000301", "dustyjohnson.house.gov", "dustyjohnson", "https://dustyjohnson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) re-introduced his Keep the Nine constitutional amendment (H.J.Res.8) to limit the number of Justices on the U.S. Supreme Court at nine.\n\n\u201cRecent years have brought more calls to pack the Court or expand the Court,\u201d said Johnson. \u201cThis is a terrib\n\nle idea. As defenders of the Constitution, the Supreme Court\u2019s check on the Executive and Legislative branches is essential to keeping our government free and fair. Turning the Supreme Court into a political football will erode public trust in our institutions and nullify intentions set by our Founding Fathers. Capping the Supreme Court at nine Justices will protect the integrity of the Supreme Court.\u201d\n\n\u201cI applaud Rep. Johnson\u2019s leadership for the nonpartisan \u201cKeep Nine\u201d effort to permanently protect the independence of the Supreme Court from efforts to manipulate the number of Justices for political advantage. Rep. Johnson\u2019s efforts in Congress are a key reason more than 1000 elected officials nationwide have endorsed the commonsense \u201cKeep Nine\u201d Amendment to preserve the current number of nine Justices. Polling shows that an overwhelming majority of voters would support this Amendment. Every elected official who says they oppose Court packing should support this measure to make sure it can never happen,\u201d said Paul Summers and Stephen Rosenthal, Co-Chairs of Keep Nine Coalition, former Attorneys General of Tennessee, Virginia.\n\n\u201cThe National Federation of Republican Women, representing 65,000 grass-roots women across the country, strongly supports the Keep Nine Amendment. No Party should be allowed to tip the balance of power to its advantage by increasing the size of the U.S. Supreme Court. Americans have long recognized court-packing as a dangerous manipulation that would undermine confidence in the fairness and impartiality of the Court and upset the essential checks and balances that protect our liberties,\u201d said Eileen Sobjack, President, National Federation of Republican Women.\n\nJohnson\u2019s House Joint Resolution has more than 90 cosponsors and is supported by the Keep Nine Coalition, National Federation of Republican Women, and Association of Mature American Citizens.\n\nRead full bill text for H.J.Res.8 here.\n\nView Johnson\u2019s press conference here or click the photo below.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T23:08:17Z"]], "truncated": false, "filtered_table_rows_count": 86, "expanded_columns": [], "expandable_columns": [], "columns": ["url", "title", "date", "year", "month", "party", "chamber", "state", "member_name", "bioguide_id", "domain", "scraper", "source", "date_source", "text", "has_text", "collected_at", "updated_at"], "primary_keys": ["url"], "units": {}, "query": {"sql": "select url, title, date, year, month, party, chamber, state, member_name, bioguide_id, domain, scraper, source, date_source, text, has_text, collected_at, updated_at from releases where \"chamber\" = :p0 and \"state\" = :p1 and \"year\" = :p2 order by date desc limit 101", "params": {"p0": "House", "p1": "SD", "p2": "2023"}}, "facet_results": {"party": {"name": "party", "type": "column", "hideable": false, "toggle_url": "/press/releases.json?chamber=House&state=SD&year=2023", "results": [{"value": "Republican", "label": "Republican", "count": 86, "toggle_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?chamber=House&state=SD&year=2023&party=Republican", "selected": false}], "truncated": false}, "chamber": {"name": "chamber", "type": "column", "hideable": false, "toggle_url": "/press/releases.json?chamber=House&state=SD&year=2023", "results": [{"value": "House", "label": "House", "count": 86, "toggle_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?state=SD&year=2023", "selected": true}], "truncated": false}, "state": {"name": "state", "type": "column", "hideable": false, "toggle_url": "/press/releases.json?chamber=House&state=SD&year=2023", "results": [{"value": "SD", "label": "SD", "count": 86, "toggle_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?chamber=House&year=2023", "selected": true}], "truncated": false}, "year": {"name": "year", "type": "column", "hideable": false, "toggle_url": "/press/releases.json?chamber=House&state=SD&year=2023", "results": [{"value": "2023", "label": "2023", "count": 86, "toggle_url": "http://dpwillis-congress-press-search.hf.space/press/releases.json?chamber=House&state=SD", "selected": true}], "truncated": false}}, "suggested_facets": [], "next": null, "next_url": null, "private": false, "allow_execute_sql": true, "query_ms": 94.5357761811465, "source": "dwillis/congress-press", "source_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press", "license": "MIT", "license_url": "https://github.com/dwillis/congress-press/blob/main/LICENSE"}