Rounds Releases Statement on Reconciliation Passage

Achieves $1.6 Trillion in savings, $4.1 trillion in economic growth

WASHINGTON– U.S. Senator Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) today released the following statement after the reconciliation bill passed the Senate by a vote of 51-50, with Vice President Vance breaking the tie:
“Last November, South Dakotans and the American people voted for a better, stronger nation that puts the safety and prosperity of American families first. They voted for policies that rein in government spending, cut taxes for the middle and working class and protect Americans from threats at home and abroad. With the Senate passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, we are one step closer to delivering on those promises.
“Despite obstruction from Democrats that went long into the night, Leader Thune and our Senate Republican majority passed the bill this afternoon. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act is a win for families in South Dakota and across America. It delivers the largest tax cut for the working class in American history, boosts our national defense, secures our border and cuts wasteful government spending on the taxpayer’s dime. Specifically in South Dakota, it will save families from an average tax increase of $2,400 next year. It also introduces new savings for families by increasing the Child Tax Credit, no taxes on tips, overtime or car loan interest and giving middle-class seniors tax relief on Social Security. This means more money going back into the pockets of hard-working South Dakotans.
“I look forward to working with my colleagues as we build on this momentum and continue to deliver results for the American people.”
The reconciliation package includes several important provisions for South Dakotans, see below for final provisions that Sen. Rounds voted for.
Strengthens National Security
Supports South Dakota Families & Small Businesses
Safeguards Longevity of Health Care System
Supports American Ag
South Dakota Provisions
Below are provisions authored or requested by Senator Rounds to be included in the reconciliation package:
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