Dusty Johnson

The future of agriculture is bright in South Dakota. It was great meeting with the SD FFA state officer team to learn more about the organization and their efforts to highlight the importance of ag...

I met up with some fun and energetic O’Gorman 8th graders during their tour of the U.S. Capitol. Enjoy your time in DC!

The South Dakota winner of the Congressional Art Competition, Cadence Micucci of Tea, visited D.C. this week to see her artwork displayed in the Capitol. It was a pleasure speaking with her about t...

I caught up with a group of Webster Bearcats at the Capitol today. Washington, D.C. is an incredible place to be as we look ahead to America 250. 🇺🇸

Sioux Falls has made tremendous improvements to its Sioux Area Metro services in recent years. I joined Mayor Paul TenHaken and Via Transportation to see firsthand how Sioux Falls has become a nati...

Taxpayer dollars should support the people who truly need them. Sending federal funds to fraudsters is a serious failure, which is why I voted for more oversight into where these dollars are going.

I caught up with students from Platte‑Geddes outside the Capitol this week. It was great to chat with them and answer a few questions about what’s happening in Congress.

I found some Bulldogs in the Capitol today! Madison Middle School’s 8th graders are in D.C. this week. I had a great time chatting with them during their visit.

I spoke to Girls State attendees in Vermillion about the importance of civic engagement at all levels of government. They had some great questions about leadership, supporting South Dakota ag, and ...

LiDAR may not be a household name, but the technology provides millimeter‑level data of America’s infrastructure. We cannot rely on Chinese LiDAR systems to examine our roads, and I’m glad my bill ...

The students at Boys State in Aberdeen are a fun and thoughtful group. It was great to talk with them about Congress and the role of the federal government. I know their work will improve South Dak...

I enjoyed seeing my fellow Yotes in D.C. this week! We talked about their future plans and I gave them an exclusive tour of the Capitol.

HEROES. I had the privilege of thanking veterans for their service at Arlington National Cemetery. The Midwest Honor Flight is a remarkable program, and I’m grateful to have shared in their experie...

I talked with employees of American Bank & Trust about the impact year-round E15 would have for South Dakota, my work to improve the Postal Service, the Farm Bill, and the importance of economic gr...

It’s National Emergency Medical Services Week, a great time to show thanks to those who show up and save lives. I’ve done a shift in the Rapid City Emergency Department and saw first-hand how dedic...

Truckers drive our economy and keep goods moving. I joined the South Dakota Trucking Association’s Truck Driving Competition Banquet to thank them for their hard work and share what I’m doing to su...

Iran can’t be allowed to control the Strait of Hormuz and global trade. President Trump and our allies understand this and I’m hopeful cooler heads will prevail.

Volunteer firefighters and EMS workers provide essential services to South Dakota communities. It was great to catch up with the SD Firefighters Association this week to discuss our efforts to secu...

Some of these awards can be a little corny, but this one means a great deal. 🌽⛽️

Drivers should have the option to fill their gas tank with E15 in every state, in every season. This option will save them money and support American agriculture. It’s time to get this done.