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Floor SpeechNeutral2026-05-21

SIGNING AUTHORITY

John Thune
John Thune
RSD · Senator
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On 2026-05-21, Senator John Thune (R-SD) delivered a floor speech titled "SIGNING AUTHORITY" in the Senate.

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SIGNING AUTHORITY

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 87 (Thursday, May 21, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 87 (Thursday, May 21, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S2452] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] SIGNING AUTHORITY Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that all Members of the Republican conference be authorized to sign duly enrolled bills or joint resolutions from May 21 through June 1. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. ____________________
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