John Thune: “I deeply respect the oversight function of this Committee.”

As soon as they’re ready to go, we’ll put it on the floor

Unfortunately, I think after two government shutdowns that have extended for a long period of time, it’s better for everybody if there’s predictability, certainty, and just to take that issue off the table.

And I think at some point it becomes a decision of what can you get the votes to do.

I remain committed to getting the farm bill and E15 to the president’s desk to secure these critical wins for South Dakota’s farmers and ranchers.