U.S. Senator Mike Rounds, who represents South Dakota and serves on committees such as Appropriations and Armed Services, recently posted several updates on his social media account about education policy and legislative activity.
On February 2, 2026, Rounds expressed support for a colleague’s initiative, writing, “Count me in, @LindseyGrahamSC!”
Later that day, he addressed federal involvement in state education systems: “South Dakota knows our state’s education system better than Washington, D.C. does. Parents know what’s best for their kids. I’ve long pushed to return education to the states, and as the lead of the Senate bill, Returning Education to Our States Act, I’m proud to see President”
On February 3, 2026, Rounds described recent legislative proceedings: “Normally we walk between my office and the Capitol, but this afternoon we caught a ride on the underground train with the minibus appropriations bill that just passed the House. Heading to my friend @ChuckGrassley for his signature and then to the White House to be signed into”
Mike Rounds has served as U.S. Senator for South Dakota since January 6, 2015. He previously held the position of governor in South Dakota and has professional experience in insurance and real estate enterprises (official website). His work includes participation in committees focused on national security and agriculture while addressing veterans’ issues and tribal relations. The senator maintains offices across several cities in South Dakota—Pierre, Rapid City, Sioux Falls, Aberdeen—as well as one in Washington D.C.
