Years in Office
6
Bills Sponsored
123
Bills Co-Sponsored
696
Committees
3
Dusty Johnson Biography
Dusty Johnson began his career managing public utilities in South Dakota, earning a reputation as a pragmatic problem-solver. Elected as U.S. Representative for South Dakota’s at-large district in 2018, he focuses on rural economic development, agriculture, and responsible government spending. Johnson authored the Ocean Shipping Reform Act, strengthening protections for American producers, and serves on the House Agriculture Committee. Through a data-driven, collaborative approach, he works to ensure South Dakotans’ voices are represented in national policy decisions.
Education
- M.P.A., University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS(2002)
- B.A., University of South Dakota, Vermillion, SD(1999)
Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during Dusty Johnson's congressional service.
Rural Broadband Expansion
Supported legislation and funding to expand high-speed internet access in rural South Dakota communities.
Livestock Mandatory Reporting Extension
Led efforts to extend the Livestock Mandatory Reporting Act, aiding transparency and fairness for cattle producers.
COVID-19 Relief for Agriculture
Advocated for targeted COVID-19 relief funding for South Dakota farmers and ranchers impacted by the pandemic.
Surface Transportation Board Reform
Co-sponsored bipartisan bills to improve rail service reliability and address agricultural shipping delays.
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