John Thune: “I think it is really important, and there is a bipartisan bill that I am working on that is focused on putting the right…”

When the Senate completes its business on Aug. 8, to meet for pro forma sessions only at 10 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 10, 2026. 8 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026.

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.

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

I wouldn’t be where I am without Jim Abdnor.