U.S. Senator · R · South Dakota
Mike Rounds
- Term
- 2021–2027
- Office
- 716 Hart Senate Office Building
- Bills
- 260
Issue by issue
The same issue areas we use for every senator, so you can see where Rounds puts their effort — and read the record behind each one.
Defense & security
Extensive record
Rounds's profile cites 96 bills authored or cosponsored as potentially related to 2 documented commitments.
96 bills
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Their stated view
- Strengthening National Security & Cyber Defense — Senator Rounds advocates for robust national defense, focusing on modernizing the military, bolstering cyber capabilities, and ensuring the United States maintains a technological edge against adversaries.
Commitments tracked here
- Preserve Afghan Ally Records and Support Allies
- Expand and Modernize Cyber Warfare Capabilities
The record (96)
- Bill authoredA bill to require the Commander of United States Cyber Command to complete development of a roadmap for industry collaboration on artificial intelligence-enabled cyber capabilities for cyberspace operations of the Department of Defense, and for other purposes.Latest action 2025-07-31
- Bill authoredA bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to expand the scope of affirmation of authority for cyber operations to include defense of critical infrastructure of the Department of Defense, and for other purposes.Latest action 2025-07-31
- Bill authoredA bill to require the Secretary of Defense to carry out a pilot program on using artificial intelligence-enabled software to optimize the workflow and operations of depots, shipyards, and other manufacturing facilities run by the Department of Defense, and for other purposes.Latest action 2024-07-24
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution commending the United States military action in Venezuela.Latest action 2026-01-08
- Bill authoredDepartment of Defense Artificial Intelligence Metrics Act of 2021Latest action 2021-09-30
- Bill authoredA bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to improve recruitment and retention of the cyber workforce of the Department of Defense, and for other purposes.Latest action 2025-07-31
- Bill authoredDepartment of Defense Principal Cyber Advisor Empowerment Act of 2021Latest action 2021-12-15
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution commemorating the 80th anniversary of the conclusion of World War II with the surrender of Imperial Japan and honoring veterans of both the Pacific and European theaters.Latest action 2025-09-10
Economy & jobs
Extensive record
Rounds's profile cites 72 bills authored or cosponsored as potentially related to 1 documented commitment.
72 bills
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Their stated view
- Promoting Fiscal Responsibility & Economic Growth — Senator Rounds supports policies aimed at reducing government overreach, fostering a strong financial sector, and ensuring access to capital for small businesses.
Commitments tracked here
- Strengthen Financial Sector and Small Business Access
The record (72)
- Bill authoredSmall Business Investor Capital Access ActLatest action 2026-02-12
- Bill authoredUnleashing AI Innovation in Financial Services ActLatest action 2025-07-29
- Bill authoredProtecting Small Business Information Act of 2023Latest action 2023-07-27
- Bill authoredCommunity Bank Access to Capital Act of 2017Latest action 2017-10-16
- Bill cosponsored1071 Repeal to Protect Small Business Lending ActLatest action 2025-02-12
- Bill cosponsored‘Protect Small Businesses from Excessive Paperwork Act of 2025Latest action 2025-02-11
- Bill authoredUnleashing AI Innovation in Financial Services ActLatest action 2024-08-01
- Bill authoredA bill to require reports on artificial intelligence regulation in the financial services industry.Latest action 2024-07-30
Agriculture & rural
Extensive record
Rounds's profile cites 58 bills authored or cosponsored as potentially related to 1 documented commitment.
58 bills
Go deeper on agriculture & rural
Their stated view
- Supporting Agriculture and Rural Communities — He champions legislation to support farmers and ranchers, enhance water infrastructure, and ensure the vitality of rural areas in South Dakota and across the nation.
Commitments tracked here
- Support Rural Development and Agricultural Infrastructure
The record (58)
- Bill cosponsoredCybersecurity for Rural Water Systems ActLatest action 2025-03-13
- Bill cosponsoredPennington County Land Conveyance ActLatest action 2026-09-30
- Bill authoredRural Development Hospital Technical Assistance Program Act of 2025Latest action 2025-04-03
- Bill authoredFood and Agriculture Industry Cybersecurity Support ActLatest action 2023-07-19
- Bill authoredU.S.A. Beef ActLatest action 2025-07-09
- Bill authoredNew Markets for State-Inspected Meat and Poultry Act of 2018Latest action 2018-05-10
- Bill authoredNoninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program Enhancement Act of 2023Latest action 2023-06-15
- Bill authoredFence Line Fairness Act of 2025Latest action 2025-05-07
Health care
Extensive record
Rounds's profile cites 33 bills authored or cosponsored as potentially related to 1 documented commitment.
33 bills
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Commitments tracked here
- Improve Healthcare for Native Americans
The record (33)
- Bill authoredIndian Health Service Emergency Claims Parity ActLatest action 2024-07-30
- Bill authoredIndian Health Service Emergency Claims Parity ActLatest action 2026-10-05
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution designating the week beginning February 3, 2025, as "National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week".Latest action 2025-01-30
- Bill authoredIndependent Outside Audit of the Indian Health Service Act of 2017Latest action 2018-09-26
- Bill cosponsoredSNAP Tribal Food Sovereignty Act of 2026Latest action 2026-06-18
- Bill cosponsoredTribal Access to Electronic Evidence ActLatest action 2026-10-05
- Bill cosponsoredTribal Trust Land Homeownership Act of 2025Latest action 2026-05-04
- Bill cosponsoredTribal Labor Sovereignty Act of 2025Latest action 2025-04-03
Technology
Extensive record
Rounds's profile cites 26 bills authored or cosponsored and 1 other congressional record as potentially related to 1 documented commitment.
26 bills
Go deeper on technology
Their stated view
- Fostering Technology and Innovation — He promotes the development of artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and robotics to drive economic growth and maintain U.S. leadership in emerging technologies.
Commitments tracked here
- Boost US Robotics and AI Industries
The record (27)
- Bill cosponsoredArtificial Intelligence Public Awareness and Education Campaign ActLatest action 2025-05-08
- Bill authoredA bill to require reports on artificial intelligence regulation in the financial services industry.Latest action 2024-07-30
- Bill cosponsoredArtificial Intelligence and Innovation Talent ActLatest action 2026-08-06
- Bill authoredRobotics Supply Chain Improvement ActLatest action 2026-08-06
- Bill authoredA bill to require the Commander of United States Cyber Command to complete development of a roadmap for industry collaboration on artificial intelligence-enabled cyber capabilities for cyberspace operations of the Department of Defense, and for other purposes.Latest action 2025-07-31
- Congressional Record contextDEFENSE INNOVATION WITH UKRAINELatest action 2026-06-30
- Bill cosponsoredCREATE AI ActLatest action 2026-04-29
- Bill authoredA bill to ensure that new advances in artificial intelligence are ethically adopted to improve the health of all individuals, and for other purposes.Latest action 2024-07-30
Justice & civil rights
Some record
Rounds's profile cites 4 bills authored or cosponsored as potentially related to 1 documented commitment.
4 bills
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Commitments tracked here
- Support legislation protecting unborn life
The record (4)
- Bill authoredLife at Conception Act of 2026Latest action 2026-01-15
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of the Hyde Amendment and its enduring legacy of saving the lives of more than 2,600,000 unborn children and respecting the conscience rights of the American people.Latest action 2026-09-28
- Bill authoredDismemberment Abortion Ban Act of 2026Latest action 2026-06-24
- Bill cosponsoredSafeguarding Women from Chemical Abortion ActLatest action 2026-03-11
Veterans
No records matched yet
Rounds has stated a position on empowering native american communities, but we have not matched congressional records to it yet.
Go deeper on veterans
Their stated view
- Empowering Native American Communities — Senator Rounds supports initiatives to improve healthcare, preserve cultural sites, and enhance economic opportunities for Native American tribes.
What Rounds stands for
The issues this senator has built their public record around, drawn from their own campaign material, official statements and legislative work. Each one links to a source so you can read it yourself.
- 01Defense
Strengthening National Security & Cyber Defense
Senator Rounds advocates for robust national defense, focusing on modernizing the military, bolstering cyber capabilities, and ensuring the United States maintains a technological edge against adversaries.
- 02Agriculture
Supporting Agriculture and Rural Communities
He champions legislation to support farmers and ranchers, enhance water infrastructure, and ensure the vitality of rural areas in South Dakota and across the nation.
- 03Veterans
Empowering Native American Communities
Senator Rounds supports initiatives to improve healthcare, preserve cultural sites, and enhance economic opportunities for Native American tribes.
- 04Technology
Fostering Technology and Innovation
He promotes the development of artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and robotics to drive economic growth and maintain U.S. leadership in emerging technologies.
- 05Economy
Promoting Fiscal Responsibility & Economic Growth
Senator Rounds supports policies aimed at reducing government overreach, fostering a strong financial sector, and ensuring access to capital for small businesses.
What they've actually done about it
Each commitment below links to its source and potentially related congressional records. Topic matches do not establish support, opposition, a verified speech, or fulfillment. Senate roll-call votes are not currently included in this collection.
- Justice
Support legislation protecting unborn life
Senator Rounds has consistently supported measures to restrict abortion access and protect unborn fetuses, including co-sponsoring legislation and voting for amendments in line with this goal.
On the record: 4 bills
See the 4 records behind this
- Bill authoredLife at Conception Act of 2026Latest action 2026-01-15
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of the Hyde Amendment and its enduring legacy of saving the lives of more than 2,600,000 unborn children and respecting the conscience rights of the American people.Latest action 2026-09-28
- Bill authoredDismemberment Abortion Ban Act of 2026Latest action 2026-06-24
- Bill cosponsoredSafeguarding Women from Chemical Abortion ActLatest action 2026-03-11
- Economy
Strengthen Financial Sector and Small Business Access
Champion bills like the Small Business Investor Capital Access Act and the Unleashing AI Innovation in Financial Services Act to support financial institutions and empower small businesses.
On the record: 72 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredSmall Business Investor Capital Access ActLatest action 2026-02-12
- Bill authoredUnleashing AI Innovation in Financial Services ActLatest action 2025-07-29
- Bill authoredProtecting Small Business Information Act of 2023Latest action 2023-07-27
- Bill authoredCommunity Bank Access to Capital Act of 2017Latest action 2017-10-16
- Bill cosponsored1071 Repeal to Protect Small Business Lending ActLatest action 2025-02-12
- Bill cosponsored‘Protect Small Businesses from Excessive Paperwork Act of 2025Latest action 2025-02-11
- Bill authoredUnleashing AI Innovation in Financial Services ActLatest action 2024-08-01
- Bill authoredA bill to require reports on artificial intelligence regulation in the financial services industry.Latest action 2024-07-30
- Technology
Boost US Robotics and AI Industries
Promote legislation like the Homestake AI Act and bills supporting the robotics industry to foster domestic development and leadership in these critical technological fields.
On the record: 26 bills · 1 other congressional records
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill cosponsoredArtificial Intelligence Public Awareness and Education Campaign ActLatest action 2025-05-08
- Bill authoredA bill to require reports on artificial intelligence regulation in the financial services industry.Latest action 2024-07-30
- Bill cosponsoredArtificial Intelligence and Innovation Talent ActLatest action 2026-08-06
- Bill authoredRobotics Supply Chain Improvement ActLatest action 2026-08-06
- Bill authoredA bill to require the Commander of United States Cyber Command to complete development of a roadmap for industry collaboration on artificial intelligence-enabled cyber capabilities for cyberspace operations of the Department of Defense, and for other purposes.Latest action 2025-07-31
- Congressional Record contextDEFENSE INNOVATION WITH UKRAINELatest action 2026-06-30
- Bill cosponsoredCREATE AI ActLatest action 2026-04-29
- Bill authoredA bill to ensure that new advances in artificial intelligence are ethically adopted to improve the health of all individuals, and for other purposes.Latest action 2024-07-30
- Defense
Preserve Afghan Ally Records and Support Allies
Work on legislation to ensure proper records preservation for at-risk Afghan allies, supporting those who assisted U.S. efforts abroad.
On the record: 64 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution commending the United States military action in Venezuela.Latest action 2026-01-08
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution commemorating the 80th anniversary of the conclusion of World War II with the surrender of Imperial Japan and honoring veterans of both the Pacific and European theaters.Latest action 2025-09-10
- Bill authoredARCH ActLatest action 2026-08-07
- Bill authoredA bill to require the Secretary of Defense to seek to engage with the Ministry of Defence of the Kingdom of Jordan for the purpose of expanding cooperation of military cybersecurity activities, and for other purposes.Latest action 2022-07-26
- Bill cosponsoredIran Human Rights, Internet Freedom, and Accountability Act of 2026Latest action 2026-07-27
- Bill authoredIncreasing Transferability of Entitlement to Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Act of 2017Latest action 2017-06-15
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution congratulating His Holiness Pope Leo XIV on his election to the papacy.Latest action 2025-05-22
- Bill authoredNational American Indian Veterans Charter ActLatest action 2023-05-11
- Health
Improve Healthcare for Native Americans
Support bills like the Indian Health Service Emergency Claims Parity Act and the Purchased and Referred Care Improvement Act to enhance access and quality of care for tribal members.
On the record: 33 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredIndian Health Service Emergency Claims Parity ActLatest action 2024-07-30
- Bill authoredIndian Health Service Emergency Claims Parity ActLatest action 2026-10-05
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution designating the week beginning February 3, 2025, as "National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week".Latest action 2025-01-30
- Bill authoredIndependent Outside Audit of the Indian Health Service Act of 2017Latest action 2018-09-26
- Bill cosponsoredSNAP Tribal Food Sovereignty Act of 2026Latest action 2026-06-18
- Bill cosponsoredTribal Access to Electronic Evidence ActLatest action 2026-10-05
- Bill cosponsoredTribal Trust Land Homeownership Act of 2025Latest action 2026-05-04
- Bill cosponsoredTribal Labor Sovereignty Act of 2025Latest action 2025-04-03
- Agriculture
Support Rural Development and Agricultural Infrastructure
Advocate for policies that address challenges in rural communities and support infrastructure relevant to agricultural operations.
On the record: 58 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill cosponsoredCybersecurity for Rural Water Systems ActLatest action 2025-03-13
- Bill cosponsoredPennington County Land Conveyance ActLatest action 2026-09-30
- Bill authoredRural Development Hospital Technical Assistance Program Act of 2025Latest action 2025-04-03
- Bill authoredFood and Agriculture Industry Cybersecurity Support ActLatest action 2023-07-19
- Bill authoredU.S.A. Beef ActLatest action 2025-07-09
- Bill authoredNew Markets for State-Inspected Meat and Poultry Act of 2018Latest action 2018-05-10
- Bill authoredNoninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program Enhancement Act of 2023Latest action 2023-06-15
- Bill authoredFence Line Fairness Act of 2025Latest action 2025-05-07
- Defense
Expand and Modernize Cyber Warfare Capabilities
Champion legislation to strengthen the Department of Defense's cyber operations, including integrating AI, improving recruitment, and defining command authorities for cyber defense of critical infrastructure.
On the record: 47 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredA bill to require the Commander of United States Cyber Command to complete development of a roadmap for industry collaboration on artificial intelligence-enabled cyber capabilities for cyberspace operations of the Department of Defense, and for other purposes.Latest action 2025-07-31
- Bill authoredA bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to expand the scope of affirmation of authority for cyber operations to include defense of critical infrastructure of the Department of Defense, and for other purposes.Latest action 2025-07-31
- Bill authoredA bill to require the Secretary of Defense to carry out a pilot program on using artificial intelligence-enabled software to optimize the workflow and operations of depots, shipyards, and other manufacturing facilities run by the Department of Defense, and for other purposes.Latest action 2024-07-24
- Bill authoredDepartment of Defense Artificial Intelligence Metrics Act of 2021Latest action 2021-09-30
- Bill authoredA bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to improve recruitment and retention of the cyber workforce of the Department of Defense, and for other purposes.Latest action 2025-07-31
- Bill authoredDepartment of Defense Principal Cyber Advisor Empowerment Act of 2021Latest action 2021-12-15
- Bill authoredCyber Command Employment Personnel Training Act of 2016Latest action 2016-02-02
- Bill authoredDepartment of Defense Cyber Support to Civil Authorities Act of 2015Latest action 2015-06-02
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