The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee has approved the Federal Maritime Commission Reauthorization Act of 2025, a bipartisan bill led by U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) aimed at strengthening oversight of international ocean shipping and protecting American economic interests. Introduced in June, the legislation reauthorizes the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) through fiscal year 2029 and expands its authority to investigate unfair trade practices

The House has passed the annual defense bill, and it includes major wins for South Dakota. From funding for Ellsworth Air Force Base to a new vehicle shop in Watertown, discover which of Representative Dusty Johnson's priorities were included in the latest defense package.