Central South Dakota News

The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget has recognized U.S. Senator Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) as a 2024 Fiscal Hero. This accolade is given to lawmakers who have demonstrated commitment to improving the fiscal trajectory of the United States through their legislative efforts, votes, and policy positions.

“I am honored to receive the Fiscal Hero award once again,” stated Rounds. “The federal government should live within its means. It is our responsibility as elected officials to cut wasteful and unnecessary spending whenever possible for the good of the American people. Reducing spending now sets future generations up for success. I appreciate the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget’s commitment to this mission. We are on a trajectory to spend more on interest for our national debt than on our defense budget, which is why I’m fighting to reverse this dangerous fiscal trend.”

Maya MacGuineas, President of the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget and head of Fix the Debt, praised this year's Fiscal Heroes for their dedication towards fiscal health and sustainable debt trajectory. “Fiscal responsibility is a stewardship, not only for Americans today but for generations of Americans to come," she said. "We applaud Senator Rounds and others like him who have shown courage in prioritizing these issues."

According to information provided by the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget, Fiscal Heroes are recognized each Congress term for their work in improving the nation's fiscal situation and reforming the budget process. These individuals distinguish themselves by urging party leaders to prioritize debt reduction, leading bipartisan efforts to explore policy options, taking responsible votes, participating in fiscally focused events, educating constituents at town hall meetings, delivering speeches about these issues on the floor of Congress, advocating tough choices, and introducing legislation aimed at improving both the budget process and the nation's fiscal position.