The Best of America
Field in Sioux Falls and to meet Vietnam veterans from South Dakota at the Vietnam War Memorial … country. This is just one of the veterans cemeteries in our state where one can appreciate the widespread
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Police Officers: A Noble Calling
life. And my dad, a World War II veteran who knew something about the sacrifice of those serving
When Will Democrats Say Enough Is Enough?
every day. Then there are military families and veterans. November is the month that we honor military families … celebrate Veterans Day. It is shameful that Democrats’ shutdown has forced service members to go to food banks
Thank you, veterans
Dakota is home to more than 60,000 veterans who served from World War II through today. Veterans … honored more than 1,270 Vietnam-era veterans in 90 commemorative pinning ceremonies across South Dakota
Senate Democrats, Let’s Avoid This Shutdown
temporarily be without a paycheck. Everything from certain veterans’ health care programs to food assistance for needy families
A Turning Point
provides employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and veterans on AbilityOne federal contracts in South Dakota … employment at Ellsworth Air Force Base. Issues : Congress Veterans
Guest Column: “Attending West Point was the Greatest Adventure of My Life”
Landon, Rep. Dusty Johnson’s Military and Veteran Services Representative I was in fifth grade when the 9/11 … officer career. Now, I am the Military and Veteran Services Representative for Congressman Dusty Johnson. My experiences
Seniors, Soldiers, and the State Fair
During the Bull Bash, I helped honor Vietnam veterans who served our country. This recognition is hosted annually … producers. Issues : Agriculture China Transportation & Infrastructure Congress Veterans
Protect, Trust, and Honor
Department of Defense winds down the Vietnam-era Veteran Commemorative Pinning program, I’m working to recognize … many veterans as possible. This week, I honored 41 veterans in Rapid City and 14 in Mitchell. These
It Takes a Team
Update I’ve recognized over 60 Vietnam-era veterans so far this year, including eight veterans … hear the stories of over 1,100 veterans since 2019, and I know there are more stories
100 Years of Legion Baseball Started in South Dakota
message. He urged the Legionnaires – many of them veterans of World War I – to take
Securing Our Homeland
uniform by ensuring the Military Construction and Veterans Affairs (VA) funding bill was the first annual funding bill … passed in the House. This bill fully funds veterans’ health care, benefits, and VA programs while supporting military
Providing Clarity
able to thank nine more Vietnam-era veterans while in Aberdeen during a Vietnam veteran pinning ceremony this … week. These veterans didn’t get the welcome home they deserved, and I was honored to thank them
Remember the Fallen
privilege of welcoming a group of South Dakota veterans to Washington during an Honor Flight visit. These … Honor Flight, and a quote from one Vietnam veteran struck me. He said, “I’m no hero
The One Big, Beautiful Bill
memorial this week. More than 80 veterans, including two WWII veterans, were on this trip
Strengthening Small Businesses
opportunity to greet the 85 veterans at the World War II Memorial. The Honor Flight does a great … bringing veterans to our nation’s capital to see the memorials dedicated to their service. It’s always
Expanding South Dakota’s Workforce
that discussion below. I also held Vietnam veteran pinning ceremonies in Brookings and Watertown to give a long … proper welcome home to 30 Vietnam-era veterans. Traveling around the state and talking to folks like
Preventing Foreign Interference
freedoms. Last week, I recognized 15 Vietnam-era veterans in Sturgis and thanked them for their service … country. Through the Vietnam Veteran Commemoration Program, I’ve recognized more than 1,100 veterans since 2019. This
Serving South Dakota
appointment or a visit to the local Veterans’ Affairs (VA) facility. I stopped by River Cities Transit … that made it harder to obtain a CDL. Veterans and senior citizens rely on businesses like River City