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| 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. – 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. “Securing these provisions will protect our imports and exports from the CCP’s spying eyes and ensure our Native American veterans get long-overdue recognition they deserve,” said Johnson. “After years of hard work and team effort, I’m glad to see more success for South Dakota.” “Signing 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,” said Don Loudner, National Commander, National American Indian Veterans. LOGINK Background: LOGINK is used at more than 20 ports worldwide and stores unrivaled data and visibility into global shipping container flows. It’s 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. In March, Johnson introduced legislation to ban LOGINK. Read the full amendment text here. National American Indian Veterans Congressional Charter Background: Congress grants charters to recognize patriotic and national organizations that operate solely for charitable, literary, educational, scientific or civil improvement purposes. Headquartered in South Dakota o… | 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. – 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 “Siren Shield.” “As technology becomes more important in our society, so does technological literacy,” said Johnson. “I am proud to see young folks like Casie involved in these fields, and I’m impressed her app has a real-world impact.” Casie created “Siren Shield” 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. Casie says, “I have lived in Spearfish, South Dakota for almost thirteen years and have had to contend with the hail season annually…Past solutions have always gotten in the way of tending to our garden though…The 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.” Annually, students from each congressional district compete in the App Challenge. This year, Casie’s 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’s 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. – 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’s desk. The NDAA also includes: $269 million for construction projects at Ellsworth Air Force Base. $2.325 billion for B-21 procurement. $5.25 million to complete the construction of the National Guard Readiness Center in Sioux Falls. A 5.2% pay raise for troops – the largest pay raise in over 20 years. “South Dakota and our troops will certainly benefit from the NDAA,” said Johnson. “Our military will be stronger and our nation will be more secure. I’m proud of the work done to support our state.” In 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. – Today, the Select Committee on the China voted to pass its report addressing America’s 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.). “Bankrolling the growth of China’s economy is a direct threat to American values,” said Johnson. “The Select Committee’s thoughtful and targeted economic recommendations will lessen our reliance on China without blindly decoupling, which would pose risks to our own economy.” Johnson introduced the PRC Accountability and Divestment Act in November with the support of Governor Kristi Noem. Read Johnson and Noem’s 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. – 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. “As I speak with leaders from South Dakota’s nine tribes, it is clear the number one concern facing Indian reservations is the dismal state of law enforcement,” Johnson wrote. “Tribal communities are desperate for relief…The federal government [should honor] the commitment we made and works to meet the law enforcement needs of Indian country.” “We praise Rep. Dusty Johnson’s 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,” said President Frank Star Comes Out Oglala Sioux Tribe. Johnson 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. Background: This year, Crow Creek Sioux Tribe and Oglala Sioux Tribe ea… | 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. – This week, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) cosponsored three bills to strengthen security and policies at the southern border. “Under the Biden Administration’s weak border policies, every state has become a border state,” said Johnson. “An increase in drugs and crime is seen in communities across America. I remain committed to securing the border to keep South Dakota families safe.” The Biden Administration’s 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. Legislation: The Preventing the Recycling of Immigrants is Necessary for Trafficking Suspension (PRINTS) Act, led by U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-IA), would: Give CBP the authority to fingerprint non-citizens under the age of 14 in order to combat trafficking and child recycling; Require 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; Require DHS to submit an annual report to Congress identifying the number of minors who were fingerprinted pursuant to this Act; Remove the Attorney General’s authority to waive fingerprinting requirements for those illegally crossing the southern border; and Criminalize child recycling. The Southern Border Transparency Act, led by Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-IA), would require Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to report: Number of migrants paroled at each POE and each Border Patrol sector, broken down by nationality and demographics. Number 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 h… | 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. – 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. “America should not help advance the CCP agenda, especially with state funds,” said Johnson. “My 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’s leadership and partnership to protect our state from their communist regime.” Throughout 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. “I am grateful that Congressman Johnson sees the national security threat that China poses,” said Governor Kristi Noem. “Protecting 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.” The 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 Giménez (R-FL). The PRC Accountability and Divestment Act of 2023 allows states to make the decisions to divest taxpayer funds from China. Specifically, this bill: Provides State and local governments with the authority to divest assets from and prohibit investments within the People’s Republic of China (PRC); Provides State and local governments with a safe harbor for changes of investment policies related to the PRC; and, States a fiduciary of an Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) plan may divest plan assets from the PRC. Congress has previously passed similar legislation supporting state and local actions to divest from states that are a threat to the United States or committing hu… | 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. – 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. “America’s farmland is highly sought after, not only by U.S. producers, but by individuals and companies around the world,” said Johnson. “If 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.” “When foreign investors buy up broad swaths of American farmland, our food access and national security are put at risk – all at a time when we import a significant chunk of the fruits and vegetables we consume each day,” said Gluesenkamp Perez. “This bipartisan legislation would help us maintain control over our food supply and ensure family farms across Southwest Washington don’t get squeezed out.” “I 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,” said Moolenaar. “Farmland 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.” Background: The 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 Ac… | 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’s 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. – Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) was awarded the American Farm Bureau Federation’s (AFBF) 2022 Golden Plow Award for superior commitment and leadership on behalf of U.S. agriculture. “Securing wins for South Dakota and American agriculture is one of my top priorities in Congress,” said Johnson. “It’s an honor to receive the Golden Plow Award from the American Farm Bureau Federation for my work in Congress – but there’s more to do. I’ll keep working hard for our producers who work tirelessly to provide for South Dakota, America, and the world.” The 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. Image | 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. – 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’s (R-S.D.) bill that passed the House unanimously in September 2023. “The events that happened at Wounded Knee on December 29, 1890, should not be forgotten,” said Johnson. “I’m thankful for the Senate Committee following the House’s lead. This progress brings us closer to properly memorializing and remembering the lives lost and securing lasting protection for the land.” Read full bill text here. Find the Covenant between both tribes here. Find the map here. Wounded Knee Massacre Background: In 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. – 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. The 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. “The EPA’s current greenhouse gas modeling is limiting adoption of homegrown renewable fuels,” said Rep. Johnson. “In contrast, the GREET model takes into account the full lifecycle of renewable fuels – from a farmer’s field to fuel pumps – and gives consumers a more accurate picture of the benefits biofuels offer. We should be using the best science available and that’s exactly what this bill does.” “Agencies must use up-to-date, scientifically accurate modeling to ensure we keep pace with the latest technologies and innovations,” said Rep. Smith. “It 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.” “Homegrown biofuels are tools we have at our fingertips right now to help address climate change – and it’s critically important that the EPA’s data accurately reflects that,” said Rep. Craig. I’m 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… | 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. – Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) voted to express unconditional support for Israel and condemn Hamas in response to Hamas’ acts of terror on Israel. “Hamas is evil. America can’t allow terrorists to grow in strength,” said Johnson. “Israel has the right to fight back, and they have the wide support of Congress in that endeavor.” | 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. – 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. “I’m proud to vote for Rep. Mike Johnson for Speaker,” said Johnson. “Now 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.” | 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. – 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’s ally Israel. “As 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,” said Johnson. “Americans remain among the missing; the U.S. should remain steadfast in its mission to bring these people home.” The 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. – 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. The 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. “We appreciate your recent decision to delay the National Amendment’s 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,” the lawmakers wrote. The letter also highlighted the onerous screening requirements mandated under the National Amendment, and stressed it goes go well beyond airports' current capabilities and budgets. “While we share your commitment to advancing aviation security, the National Amendment goes well beyond the scope of our airports’ 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,” the lawmakers wrote. “This 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,” the lawmakers wrote. “Given the outstanding challenges faced by our airports in implementing screening processes ma… | 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’s 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. – 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. Duties 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. Interns 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. “The fast-paced nature of a Congressional office is an exciting environment,” said Johnson. “Motivated interns play a vital role in our collaborative office and are involved in projects that give them a behind-the-scenes look at Congress.” | 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. — 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. “Service academies provide an excellent educational opportunity for a select number of young men and women each year,” said Thune and Johnson. “Our state has always punched above its weight when it comes to military service, so we’re looking forward to meeting the next generation of military leaders and helping them embark on the next chapter in their young careers.” Students 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: “We Must Get Our Fiscal House In Order” | 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. – 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. “We must get our fiscal house in order,” said Johnson. “The appropriations bills before us move us in that direction. They do so through real, robust, and significant cuts—billions of dollars in cuts.” Image | 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 “Angels in Adoption” 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. – Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) congratulated Zach and Katie Peterson of Aberdeen for being selected as South Dakota’s 2023 Angels in Adoption honorees. "Adoption is a beautiful and selfless decision,” said Johnson. “The Peterson family’s story is no exception. I’m proud to recognize them as the 2023 Angels in Adoption honorees.” Zach 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. They 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. Each 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’s 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. – 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. “What happened at Wounded Knee is a stain on our nation’s past that cannot be washed away,” said Johnson. “But passage of this bill is a step closer to properly memorializing the lives lost and protecting the land forever.” “In the dead of winter, December 29, 1890, the United States’ 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,” said Chairman Ryman LeBeau, Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe. “We 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,” said President Frank Star Comes Out, Oglala Sioux Tribe. Image Click here or the image above to watch Johnson’s floor remarks. Read full bill text here. Find the Covenant between both tribes here. Find the map here. Wounded Knee Massacre Background: In 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 beli… | 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. – 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’s congressional office was named the award winner in August. “Delivering results for South Dakotans is the most important part of my job,” said Johnson. “This 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 – our office is here to help.” Details on the process and the history of the Democracy Awards can be found here: https://www.congressfoundation.org/projects/democracy-awards. Image | 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. – 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. “If 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,” said Johnson. “Only 35 percent of teens are in the workforce. Government time restrictions aren’t making it easier for them to work, gain experience, and future opportunities. The TEENS Act isn’t 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.” “As the father of a teenager, I’ve 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’s efforts to create even more great opportunities for young people,” saidNathan Sanderson, Executive Director of the South Dakota Retailers Association. “Nearly 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’s 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’s workforce challenges. We appreciate Rep. Johnson’s leadership in re-introducing this bill and his support of teens working in industries like foodservice to build a better future for themselves,” saidSean Kennedy, Exec… | 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. – 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. “Consumers don’t know where their beef comes from. It could be South Dakota, Brazil, or Canada,” said Johnson. “U.S. producers raise better beef, and they’re 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.” The Beef Origin Labeling Accountability Act: Directs 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. Requires 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. Directs 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. Johnson 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. Background on Mandatory Country of Origin Labeling: In 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 th… | 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. – 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’s funding from $50 million to $150 million over 5 years, from fiscal years 2024 through 2028. A 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. “This voluntary program has proven to be successful – encouraging conservation while allowing public access,” said Johnson. “I’ll work to include programs like this in the 2023 Farm Bill to ensure the tradition of outdoor recreation for future generations of South Dakotans.” “A big part of Michigan’s 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,” said Dingell. “The 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.” “Lack of access is the largest barrier to hunter and angler participation, and the USDA’s Volunt… | 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. – 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’s 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. This marks Johnson’s second Democracy Award. Johnson’s office won the 2021 Democracy Award in the “Constituent Accountability and Accessibility” category. “I came to Congress to serve the people of South Dakota,” said Johnson. “Being 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.” “As a Democracy Award winner, Rep. Johnson’s office is clearly one of the best in Congress,” said Bradford Fitch, President and CEO of the Congressional Management Foundation. “This 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.” South Dakota constituent testimonials: “You 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.” – Robert, Rapid City. “I worked for three years trying to obtain a copy of my brother-in-law’s 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 fulf… | 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. – 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 “GT” Thompson (R-PA) and French Hill (R-AR). Yesterday, the House Financial Services Committee passed the unprecedented joint bill out of their committee. “The digital assets space needs a legislative solution to the regulatory hangups,” said Johnson. “This 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 – I’m proud of the bipartisan support by bill received by the committee today.” The bill now moves to the House Floor for consideration. Image Click here or the image above for Johnson’s remarks Additional Resources: Financial 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. – 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 “GT” 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. The 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. Johnson 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. “The digital asset space is muddled with regulatory uncertainty, lack of authority, and a lacking framework for core operating principles,” said Johnson. “The 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.” Additional Resources: Financial Innovation and Technology (FIT) for the 21st Century Act: For full bill text, click here. For a section-by-section summary, click here. For additional background, click here. For a myth vs. fact breakdown, click here. Johnson 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’s 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 Washington, D.C. – 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’s amendment to protect South Dakota airports in Watertown, Aberdeen, and Pierre. The bill will now move to the Senate for a vote. “Many South Dakotans drive hours to get to the nearest airport, I worked hard to successfully ensure rural communities don’t face further obstacles to air travel,” said Johnson. “If you’ve traveled in the last few years, you’re 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.” Additionally, Johnson’s 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. Image Click here or the image above to watch Johnson’s remarks supporting EAS The Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act: Improves FAA Efficiency and Operations The 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’s ongoing efforts while simultaneously ensuring the agency is better organized to lead in an advanced aviation future. Strengthens America’s General Aviation (GA) Sector Most 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… | 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. – This week, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) spoke at the Congressional Western Caucus forum “The Danger of the CCP Buying American Farmland.” 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. “Food 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,” said Johnson. “While 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.” Image | 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. – 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. “The NDAA is necessary to ensure our nation’s military remains the strongest in the world,” said Johnson. “This bill gives our nation’s defense the resources it needs and cuts unnecessary programs that distract from the goal of our military to protect and defend. The NDAA’s passage is a huge win for America.” Johnson’s provision to prohibit China’s access to America’s supply chain data was included in the package. The 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. – 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. “Environmental reviews are stuck in the ’90s and continue to delay critical infrastructure projects for years at a time, discouraging innovation and growth,” said Johnson. “We need to take advantage of all opportunities to modernize and accelerate the review process. The Interactive Federal Review Act would do just that.” “A 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,” said Senator Lummis. “More 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’s time for our permitting process to enter the 21st century.” “Utilizing 21st century technology to speed up the environmental review process for transportation infrastructure projects maximizes the benefits of our Bipartisan Infrastructure Law,” said Senator Kelly. “Completing 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’ quality of life.” “I’m 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,” saidRepresentativ… | 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. – 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. During 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. “This 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,” said Johnson in his letter to the DOD. “As the Armed Services face an unprecedented recruiting problem, I’d advise you welcome families to this sacred service, not keep them out.” | 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. – 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. Mount Rushmore has been the target of calls from activist groups, companies, and Hollywood elites to remove or rename the monument. Johnson’s 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. Johnson introduced the Mount Rushmore Protection Act in the 116th, 117th, and 118th Congress. View Johnson’s 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’ 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. – 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’s 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. “Food security is national security—the Secretary of Ag must have a seat at the table when it comes to CFIUS decisions,” said Johnson. “We 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.” Johnson has long been an advocate for limiting CCP’s purchases of American farmland. He currently cosponsors legislation to prohibit these purchases and to add the Secretary of Agriculture to CFIUS. Background: Current 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. The Protecting U.S. Farmland and Sensitive Sites From Foreign Adversaries Act would: Give CFIUS jurisdiction over all non-urban, non-single “housing unit” land purchases by foreign adversary entities, similar to the fact set of the Fufeng Group’s purchase of land. Mandate 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 CF… | 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. – 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’s bill requires Washington, D.C. to accept valid photo identification issued by a tribal government. “We must have an election system worthy of the public’s trust,” said Johnson. “Part of that goal is allowing voters to use a valid ID, including ones issued by a tribal government. I’m proud to support this bill that strengthens election integrity while also respecting the Constitution.” Congress has complete legislative authority over elections within Washington, D.C. and can make America’s capital city the example of effective election administration. Johnson is an original cosponsor of the ACE Act. The American Confidence in Elections Act: Requires 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. Reaffirms it is a felony for non-citizens to vote in federal elections. Equips states with tools to boost election integrity and removes outdated federal policies that get in their way. Addresses voting issues faced by overseas military members & their families. Provides model state legislation and voter initiatives for state legislatures to consider. Protects Americans’ First Amendment right to speak political views and support candidates, causes, and organizations without fear of retribution. Curbs the use of “Zuckerbucks” 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. – Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) issued the following statement responding to the Supreme Court’s Biden v. Nebraskadecision, ruling President Biden’s plan to forgive $500 billion of student debt is unconstitutional: “Forgiving tens of thousands of dollars in debt for those who haven’t made payments in years is insulting to the millions of Americans who have paid back every penny they borrowed,” said Johnson. “The cost of this debt forgiveness would be a baffling $500 billion or more. Our national debt is skyrocketing, and a policy like President Biden’s would only make it worse.” | 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. – Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) announced South Dakota’s third annual Congressional App Challenge (CAC), an app competition for middle and high school students. The 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. The App Challenge’s 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, “block code,” etc.), for any platform (desktop/PC, web, mobile, etc.). Students may register as individuals or as teams of up to four students. Winners will be selected by a panel of Computer Science teachers in South Dakota and honored by South Dakota’s Congressional office. Winning apps will be featured on display in the U.S. Capitol and on the CAC website. “The Congressional App Challenge is a great tool to get high school and middle school students excited about STEM and coding,” said Johnson. “Our 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.” | 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 – United States Naval Academy Kasey 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. Kasey believes “the 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’s greatest military.” At the Naval Academy, he plans to study Mechanical Engineering and then fly jets in the Navy. Anders Enga – United States Air Force Academy After 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. Anders enjoys “the challenge of working together with a team to solve complex issues” 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. Ethan Fergel – United States Military Academy Ethan 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 … | 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. – 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. “Political agendas in states like California are causing confusion in the ag industry,” said Johnson. “Labeling 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.” “Growers depend on resources like herbicides to manage pests and disease prevention, which threatens our food supply chain,” said Costa. “Amidst 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.” “On 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’s scientific guidance threaten public confidence in the agency’s authority and science-based regulation and undermine the critical role pesticides play in sustainably feeding a growing world,” said Tom Haag, President of the National Corn Growers Association. “The 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 c… | 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. – 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’s 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). LOGINK is used at more than 20 ports worldwide and stores unrivaled data and visibility into global shipping container flows. It’s 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. “More 90% of traded goods are carried through ocean shipping,” said Johnson. “LOGINK provides massive amounts of monitoring, data, and logistics infrastructure to the CCP – it’s 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.” | 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’s 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. – 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. Duties 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. Interns 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. “Interning in a Congressional office is a unique experience,” said Johnson. “Interns 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.” | 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. – 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’s proposed rule for “Conservation and Landscape Health.” 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. The 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. “In South Dakota, the BLM manages more than 274,000 surface acres and around 1.7 million acres of subsurface minerals,” said the delegation. “From 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.” “The 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 ‘inconsistent’ 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,” continued the delegation. Background: There are 245 million surface acres of BLM land in America. This land is already under management plans and strict Federal protection. The proposed rule creates a framework for BLM “conservation leases” without congressional approval that would not authorize usage of land i… | 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. – 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. The 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 “Factoring Criteria for Firearms with Attached ‘Stabilizing Braces.’” “This rule from the ATF is gross federal overreach by the Executive Branch to push their anti-Second Amendment agenda,” said Johnson. “Requiring registration of pistol stabilizing braces would turn millions of law-abiding gun owners into felons. This rule must be overturned.” Background: | 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. – 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. The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee passed out bipartisan legislation making significant reforms to our nation’s 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. Johnson 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. “South Dakotans and rural Americans deserve reasonable access to airport travel,” said Johnson. “The original draft of the committee’s bill would force towns like Pierre, Aberdeen, and Watertown to cut city programs or raise taxes or fees to support essential air services. I’m glad the committee adopted my amendment to protect our rural airports while also making fiscally responsible changes to the program as a whole.” Image Click here or the image above to watch Johnson’s remarks The 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’s general aviation sector and workforce, invest in United States airport infrastructure, enhance the passenger experience, and authorize the National Transportation Safety Board. Background: Essential Air Service (EAS) airports – like those in Pierre, Aberdeen, and Watertown – 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 o… | 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. – 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. The 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. “I’m thankful for the collaboration between both tribes and my office over the past seven months,” said Johnson. “Our nation has an imperfect past, and it is important to remember and honor those lives lost on that dark day. I’m glad the committee agreed on the importance of passing this bill and I look forward to getting it passed out of the House.” “The 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,” said Chairman Bruce Westerman, House Committee on Natural Resources. “In 1990, Congress acknowledged the “tragedy” and “historical significance” of the Wounded Knee Massacre and expressed its “deep regret” 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 importa… | 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 — 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. “While 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,” the delegation wrote. “Therefore, we request the BIA closely evaluate tribal crime statistics and work directly with individual tribal leaders to address these threats to public safety.” Full letter below: Dear Secretary Haaland: We are writing to report to you that South Dakota’s 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’s reservations. According 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. While a significant number of tribal communities in South Dakota are dealing with an increase in serious crime, it is important to note t… | 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. – 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. Johnson 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. Image Click here or the image above to watch Johnson’s remarks. Johnson’s written testimony: “Chair Hageman, Ranking Member Leger Fernández, and Members of the Indian and Insular Affairs Subcommittee, Thank 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. In 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 ‘a great hindrance to the civilization of the Indians.’ On 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’s band fled for the Cheyenne River Indian Reservation and joined Chief Spotted Elk’s band, headed for the Pine Ridge Reservation. On December 28th, 1890, Spotted Elk’s band – largely consisting of women and children – were stopped by the Army’s 7th Calvary and made camp at Wounded Knee Creek. The next morning, troops began to disarm the Lakota. A struggle occurred between… | 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’s 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. – Today, U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) issued a statement following the Supreme Court’s decision in Sackett v. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) affecting the Biden Administration’s 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. “For years, WOTUS has been used as a political football for Administrations to advance their climate agenda and it’s caused uncertainty and stress for farmers and ranchers,” said Johnson. “Today’s SCOTUS ruling on Sackett v. EPA is a huge win for rural America. Navigable waters cannot include every small puddle, stream, and ditch. I’m glad our agricultural producers will finally have some certainty. I’ll continue working with my colleagues in Congress to prevent the Biden Administration from placing overly burdensome regulations on our producers.” | 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. – 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’s drawing, “I’ve Been Here Before” 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. Second-place was awarded to Rachel Ziegeldorf, a sophomore at Mitchell High School. Her art teacher is Marica Shannon. Ziegeldorf’s colored pencil piece, “Blotsma,” will be displayed in Rep. Johnson’s Washington, D.C. office for the next year. “Once again, we had an outstanding pool of student submissions showing the incredible talent of our young artists in South Dakota,” said Rep. Johnson. “I’m excited to have these pieces of art displayed here in Congress. Congratulations to Charlee and Rachel!” The Congressional Art Competition is sponsored by Rep. Johnson’s 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. The 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. The artwork can be viewed at https://artscouncil.sd.gov/CAC/index.aspx. Image "Been Here Before” by Charlee Kolb Image | 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’s 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. – U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson’s (R-S.D.) Safeguarding American Value-Added Exports (SAVE) Act gained wide industry support upon introduction last week. “The 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,” said Krysta Harden, President and CEO of U.S. Dairy Export Council. “American 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’s 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.” “The 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,” said Jaime Castaneda, Executive Director of Consortium for Common Food Names. “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. 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,” noted Castaneda. “It 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.” “NASDA 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,” saidTed McKinney, CEO of National Association of State Departments of Agriculture. “I would like to thank Senators Thune and Baldwin and Representatives Johns… | 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. – 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. “Housing availability is lacking across the country,” said Johnson. “It’s 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.” “The Mortgage Bankers Association commends Congressman Johnson for taking action to improve and encourage access to quality affordable housing on trust land,” said Bill Killmer, Senior Vice President of Legislation and Political Affairs at MBA. “Specifically, this legislation will reduce or eliminate BIA processing delays, thereby encouraging more lenders to participate in trust land mortgage lending.” Currently, 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. The Tribal Trust Land Homeownership Act would: Seek to cut through BIA red tape and provide timely processing of mortgages. Create statutory timelines in which the BIA would be required to process and approve mortgages involving property located on tribal trust land. Require 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. Require the BIA to notify the lender once the proposed residential leasehold mortgage, business leasehold mortgage, or right-of-way document has been received. Enhance the ability of certain federal agencies to operate their tribal housing programs a… | 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. – 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. The Ocean Shipping Reform Implementation Act would strengthen provisions from Johnson’s 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. The 91,000-lb. Weight Exemption Pilot Program, a provision in Johnson’s 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. “My bills strengthen our supply chain, allowing products to reach consumers faster and fighting against China’s unfair trade practices,” said Johnson. “America’s supply chain has room for improvement, and it’s long past time Congress closes these gaps.” | 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. – 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. Common 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. The 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. “Requiring U.S. producers to change the names of their food is confusing for consumers and costly to producers and manufacturers,” said Johnson. “The SAVE Act ensures American producers retain vital access to foreign markets in a time that may be more critical than ever.” “Monopolizing common food names could have major ramifications on American producers and our food supply chain,” said Costa. “This bipartisan bill will protect American goods from unfair trading practices, that could minimize access to global markets and increase costs for consumers.” “By exploiting valid geographical indication protections, global competitors… | 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. – 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. “The Wounded Knee Massacre is a stain on our nation’s history,” said Johnson. “The 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.” Specifically, 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. This 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’s boundaries. “We 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… | 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. – 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. “Tribal governments with slim resources have to jump through more hoops to properly supply appropriate duty weapons to their law enforcement,” said Johnson. “This bill reduces unnecessary regulatory burdens for tribal law enforcement agencies.” “Tribal police departments work tirelessly to protect and serve our communities in Oklahoma and around the nation,” said Senator Mullin. “However, under current law, the ATF treats non-cross-deputized Tribal law enforcement as ‘second class’ 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’s my honor to introduce the Tribal Police Department Parity Act to push back against unfair regulatory restrictions and support Tribal law enforcement.” Background: | 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, Luján 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. – 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. Congress 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’ organization has received one. “Polish American, Italian American, Jewish, and Black veterans’ groups all have established Congressional Charters, yet no Congressional Charters have been designated for Native veterans’ organizations,” said Johnson. “Native Americans serve in our military at five times the national average, establishing federal recognition for NAIV is the right thing to do.” Headquartered 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’ Affairs Committee hearing in 2004. “Native Americans serve in our nation’s military at five times the national average, and this charter would give them the recognition they truly deserve and have earned,” saidRounds. “There are many congressionally-chartered veterans organizations, but none that solely represent the interests a… | 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. – 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. “The situation at the southern border is a crisis, and the end of Title 42 will unfortunately demonstrate how ineffective and unsafe the Biden Administration’s open-border policies are,” said Johnson. “More than a thousand miles separate South Dakota from America’s southern border, yet we’re 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.” The Secure the Border Act will: Restart construction of the border wall using funds appropriated by Congress that President Biden had refused to spend Hire more Border Patrol Agents End catch and release policies Re-implement Remain in Mexico provisions Improve technology used along the border and by Border Patrol Agents Background: | 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. – Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) and his colleagues introduced a House Resolution to designate May 5, 2023 as the “National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) and Girls.” 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. “American 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,” said Johnson. “These statistics are unacceptable. I’m proud to shine a light on these tragedies and will continue to advocate for vulnerable Native populations—this day of awareness is much needed.” Page 35 of the South Dakota Attorney General’s 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 ‘Limit, Save, Grow’ 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. – 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. “We 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,” said Johnson. “The 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. “President Biden has ignored Speaker McCarthy for nearly 90 days – that’s 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.” Background: | 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 — 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. “Washington Democrats have long bowed to the demands of union bosses by prioritizing radical labor policies that harm small businesses and workers,” said Thune. “I’m proud to join my colleagues in introducing this common-sense bill that upholds individuals’ ability to choose to work as an independent contractor and ensures workers’ rights are protected against coercion from union bosses and the Biden administration’s heavy-handed labor agenda.” “South Dakota is a right-to-work state, and I’m proud to be a part of legislative efforts to ensure South Dakota workers’ ability to make their own decision to join a union,” said Johnson. “The Employee Rights Act protects worker privacy, guarantees secret ballot elections, and protects tribal businesses from National Labor Relations Board intervention. These provisions are commonsense.” The 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 Sc… | 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. – Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) questioned Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael Regan on year-round E15 sales. Johnson 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. “The reality is that E15 has a lower Reid Vapor Pressure rating than E10, so making E15 more broadly available doesn’t do anything to hurt smog,” said Johnson. “Quite 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.” | 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. – 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. “We 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,” said Johnson. “We have worked collaboratively to put forward a plan that grows the economy, decreases unnecessary spending, and increases opportunity for Americans. I’m 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.” | 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. – 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. The Preserving Rules Ordered for the Entities Covered Through (PROTECT) 340B Act addresses concerns from healthcare providers in South Dakota and across the country — particularly in rural areas — 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 — and it would block them from interfering in a patient’s choice to receive drugs from a 340B pharmacy. “340B is an essential program for rural and low-income hospitals and patients,” said Johnson. “South 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.” “The 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’ve seen for-profit insurance companies and the shadowy middlemen of the pharmaceutical industry — known as pharmacy benefit managers — undermine these discounts, target 340B providers, and threaten the very survival of this program,” said Spanberger. “The 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’ll keep working to level the playing field for 340B pharmacies and providers, maintain access to discounted medications, and protect… | 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. – 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]. “Bolstering American energy security through domestic production starts with scaling back overly burdensome environmental regulations that delay or permanently block approval for production,” said Johnson. “H.R. 1 will get our energy production headed in the right direction, creating a cleaner energy future and lower costs for Americans.” H.R. 1 would unleash American energy and lower costs for Americans by: 1. Increasing domestic energy production 2. Reforming the permitting process for all industries 3. Reversing anti-energy policies advanced by the Biden Administration 4. Streamlining energy infrastructure and exports 5. Boosting the production and processing of critical minerals Watch Johnson’s Floor Remarks here and read them below: Johnson: 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. And indeed, this abundance of American energy that we've been talking about can be a huge American competitive advantage in an increasingly uncertain world. Unfortunately, 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’s unilateral canceling of the Keystone XL Pipeline. But unfortunately, that is not the only piece of evidence. It takes five to seven years to permit an energy project in this country. It 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. It 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. It creates deadlines for NEPA and other e… | 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’s 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. – 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. Image Click here or on the image above to watch the line of questioning. Johnson’s line of questioning: Johnson: 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. Ms. Kikoler, is that an accurate representation? Ms. 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’s 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. Johnson: 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? Dr. 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. Johnson: 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? Chairman Nory Turkel: Absolutely. That's one… | 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. – 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’s attempts to influence America’s supply chain. The 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. “We’ve seen the positive results of the Ocean Shipping Reform Act, but there is more to be done to stay tough on China,” said Johnson. “The Ocean Shipping Reform Implementation Act gives the FMC the authority to protect U.S. ports, shippers, and manufacturers from the CCP’s influence. Fair trade practices benefit all parts of the supply chain from producer to manufacturer, shipper to consumer.” “Last June, Congress passed our landmark reform to the nation’s 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,” said Garamendi. “Congressman Johnson and I are committed to seeing that bipartisan 2022 law implemented fully to support American exporters and correct our nation’s 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.” Watch Johnson’s line of questioning here or click the photo below. “The Ocean Shipping Reform Implementation Act of 2023 confirms the purpose of OSRA to advance the interests of US agriculture exports, an objective the current FM… | 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. – 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. Members on the Democratic side of the Committee were vocal in their opposition to Johnson’s America Works Act, calling it “extreme.” Work requirements historically have bipartisan support, and Johnson quoted then-Senator Joe Biden speaking in support on them on the Senate Floor, saying, “The culture of welfare must be replaced with the culture of work.” Johnson highlighted states that have seen positive results from returning to work requirements—states 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. Listen to Johnson’s 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. – 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. Johnson received the following ranks: 14th most effective House Republican Most effective House Republican for agriculture issues 5th most effective House Republican for transportation issues 5th most effective House Republican for public lands issues 9th most effective House Republican for Native American issues “Agriculture is the top industry in South Dakota. My focused efforts to represent our producers well have delivered results to the industry,” said Johnson. “I’m proud to be named the top House Republican in Agriculture policy and will continue to work hard for South Dakota.” | 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’ 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. – 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. “Classifying tribal IDs as an invalid form of identification for the purchase of firearms limits tribal sovereignty and tribal members’ ability to obtain a firearm,” said Johnson. “A foreign passport is accepted as a valid form of identification—a tribal ID should be no different. My bill corrects this oversight, ensuring Second Amendment rights for tribal members.” “The 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’s continued efforts to protect tribal members’ rights, and appreciate this legislation,” said President Tony Reider, Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribe. “Tribal citizens, and all law-abiding Americans, have a fundamental right to keep and bear arms,” said Senator Mullin. “For 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’m proud to be leading this legislation in the Senate to protect Tribal members’ ability to exercise their Second Amendment rights.” “In Alaska, firearms are an essential tool for subsistence and self-defense alike,” said Rep. Peltola. “Tribal 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 parit… | 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’s 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. – Last week, U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson’s Safer Highways and Increased Performance for Interstate Trucking (SHIP IT) Act surpassed 100 endorsements from a wide variety of businesses and organizations. Image Click here or on the image above to watch Mr. Friedmann’s support for the SHIP IT Act. “Farmers 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,” said Zippy Duvall, President, American Farm Bureau Federation. “The 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,” said David French, Senior Vice President, Government Relations, National Retail Federation. Endorsing 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. – 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. Currently, 18 states utilize waivers to exempt individuals from work requirements. Unfortunately, many states abuse these waivers and ignore work requirements for ABAWDs. Johnson’s 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 – meaning they did not work at all. “Work is the best pathway out of poverty,” said Johnson. “Work 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.” The America Works Act of 2023: Emphasizes 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. This 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. Raises the age limits of an ABAWD from 18 to 49 to 18 to 65, consistent with the age individuals become eligible for Medicare. Employment 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. The America Works Act of 2023 eliminates states’ ability to carry over exemption waivers from year to year, reducing instances of stockpiling and hampering abuses of the law. States are currently … | 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. – Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) and U.S. Senator Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) re-introduced the Traveler’s 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. Currently, 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’s licenses, but they cannot be used on the ATF paperwork. “Just because a law-abiding citizen relies on a P.O. Box as their primary address doesn’t mean their Second Amendment rights should be limited,” said Johnson. “South 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.” “As a supporter of the Second Amendment, I am committed to protecting the rights of lawful gun owners,” said Rounds. “The Traveler’s 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.” “Americans, 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,” said Lawrence G. Keane, Senior Vice President and General Counsel for National Shooting Sports Foundation, The Firearm Industry Trade Association. “This legislation is a simple fix to an overlooked problem that unfortunately disenfranchises law-abiding citizens of their ab… | 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. – 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’s threat to America. Johnson’s line of questioning focused on the CCP’s increase of ownership of American farmland and agriculture processing facilities, along with the growing influence the CCP has over farmland globally. Click here to watch Johnson’s full line of questioning Johnson’s Line of Questioning: Johnson: “I fear that too many Americans view the Chinese Communist Party as a threat over there, when in reality it is a threat here. “That’s why I was so grateful to hear General McMaster say tonight, ‘It is a real mistake to give an adversary coercive power over your economy.’ “And I was so grateful to hear Mr. Paul say, ‘We need tighter controls over CCP investment in this country, particularly in critical sectors.’ “So, 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. “Mr. 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? Mr. Pottinger: “One 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. “Why has there been such a significant increase in Chinese purchases and farmland? I think that with the Committee … | 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’s 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. – 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. Duties 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. Interns 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. “Our interns get to learn about almost every aspect of working in a Congressional office,” said Johnson. “With only sixteen full-time staff to serve the entire state, driven and motivated interns play a necessary role in the success of our office.” | 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. – 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. “Few things will be more important to the long-term health of rural American than access to high-speed internet access,” said Johnson. “The 2023 Farm Bill will give us an opportunity to improve broadband access for rural Americans across our nation. As a subcommittee Chairman, I’m looking forward to playing a lead role in drafting the Farm Bill, especially those sections impacting rural America.” Johnson’s 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: Crypto Regulation – Commodity markets, including those for digital assets, are regulated by the Commodities Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), which is overseen by Johnson’s subcommittee. Recent failures with the digital asset space have prompted calls to address possible deficiencies in the regulation of cryptocurrency markets. Farm Bill Drafting – The subcommittee will have primary responsibility for drafting two sections of the 2023 Farm Bill—Title VI (Rural Development) and Title IX (Energy)—and will assist with drafting numerous other Farm Bill provisions. Commodity Markets – 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. Rural Infrastructure – 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… | 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. – 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. “Poor decisions by the federal government harm the smallest communities in South Dakota,” said Johnson. “Throughout my conversations with Sheriff Mueller and Sheriff Wellman they’ve been clear – 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.” “I am honored and humbled to be asked by Representative Johnson to be his guest at the State of the Union,” said Sheriff Wellman. “As 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.” “I 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,” said Sheriff Mueller. “These 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.” In 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. Image | 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. – Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) cosponsored two bills to protect America’s 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). “We have seen foreign adversaries increase their ownership of American farmland and ag businesses over the past ten years, and it’s concerning,” said Johnson. “This poses a threat to our food supply, food security, and supply chain. The PASS Act ensures America’s 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.” The 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’s influence on American Agriculture in the coming months. The Promoting Agriculture Safeguards and Security (PASS) Act led by U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-NY) would: Prohibit China, Russia, Iran and North Korea from purchasing U.S. agricultural land and agricultural companies, Add 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, Require the President to submit a report to Congress on any waiver granted to a prohibited country, and Require reporting from the Secretary of Agriculture on the risk of foreign purchases of agriculture companies to the American agriculture sector. The 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. – 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. “I am glad USDA is taking steps to implement the Cattle Contract Library Act,” said Johnson. “This will benefit our cattle producers and ensure they’re all getting a fair shake. This program is a step in the right direction to improve our cattle market and transparency for producers.” Currently, 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. The 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. – 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’ declaration request, it would expedite recovery efforts from significant weather events that occurred from December 12 to December 26, 2022. “As 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,” wrote the delegation. “As the disaster declaration request indicates, tribal officials responded to the storms using resources immediately available to them,” the delegation continued. “The 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.” The delegation wrote in strong support of the tribes’ 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°F 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. – Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) re-introduced two cattle-focused bills to improve the industry – 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). According 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. Currently, 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. “Cattle country needs solutions,” said Johnson. “The 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.” In July 2021, following Johnson’s 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. The Butcher Block Act: Assists 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. Allows for financing of cooperative stock in producer-owned processing facilities and refinancing for expanded processing capacity. Establishes a Rural Development grant program for eligible entities to assist with ne… | 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. – 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. “Americans experienced a slew of freight disruptions during and after the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Johnson. “Last year we addressed ocean shipping reform, and it’s 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.” “Disruptions in our trucking supply chain continue to drive up costs and create uncertainty for American consumers and producers,” said Costa. “We 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.” “The Shippers Coalition applauds the introduction of the Safer Highway and Increased Performance for Interstate Trucking “SHIP IT Act.” 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’s steadfast leadership on these issues and look forward to working with him to help this critical legislation become law,” saidSean Joyce, Executive Director, Shippers Coalition. “Hendrickson is a vital tier 1 supplier to the truck and trailer manufacturers worldwide, supplying suspensions systems, axles, brakes, springs, slider box systems, and bumpers. Hendrickso… | 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. – 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 “Select Committee on China.” “We need to address the threats posed by China to our food security and national security,” said Johnson. “I’ve been a leader limiting China’s control over our technology, specifically TikTok, and prohibiting the CCP’s purchase of American farmland and ag businesses. This Committee will play a critical role in mitigating the CCP’s influence in the U.S. and establishing policies to increase our national security. I’m grateful to Speaker McCarthy and Chairman Gallagher for appointing me to the Select Committee – I am ready to get to work.” The Select Committee will work on restoring supply chains and ending critical economic dependencies on China; strengthening our military; ending the CCP’s access to Americans’ personal data and intellectual property; and contrasting the CCP’s techno-totalitarian state with the values of the Free World. Johnson has been actively opposed to China’s influence and control over our farmland, food, supply chains, and Americans’ personal and private data, as well as their authoritarian regime actions opposing personal freedoms. Learn 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. – 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. “It’s an honor and privilege to serve on the House Agriculture and Transportation and Infrastructure Committees,” said Johnson. “These two committees are vital to South Dakotans’ livelihood and the state’s economy; I’m proud to give South Dakota a voice at the table. The Agriculture Committee has a Farm Bill to reauthorize this year. I’m looking forward to getting to work – there’s a lot to do.” | 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. – Today, U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) re-introduced the Mount Rushmore Protection Act to protect one of America’s most identifiable monuments. “Our nation’s history is not without its flaws, but there is no doubt the faces on Mount Rushmore represent democracy, freedom, and the great American experiment,” said Johnson. “Removing 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.” The 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. – 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. “Members of Congress should be held to a high ethical standard,” said Johnson. “Using any kind of confidential information to ‘game the system’ 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 – I’m grateful for the bipartisan leadership on this effort.” The 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. – 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. “Recent years have brought more calls to pack the Court or expand the Court,” said Johnson. “This is a terrib le idea. As defenders of the Constitution, the Supreme Court’s 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.” “I applaud Rep. Johnson’s leadership for the nonpartisan “Keep Nine” effort to permanently protect the independence of the Supreme Court from efforts to manipulate the number of Justices for political advantage. Rep. Johnson’s efforts in Congress are a key reason more than 1000 elected officials nationwide have endorsed the commonsense “Keep Nine” 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,” said Paul Summers and Stephen Rosenthal, Co-Chairs of Keep Nine Coalition, former Attorneys General of Tennessee, Virginia. “The 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,” said Eileen Sobjack, President, National Federation of Republican Women. Johnson’s House Jo… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T23:08:17Z |
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