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Hoeven: $3 Million in State Funding a Key Step in Advancing FNC Veterans Memorial Center
BISMARCK, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today joined the signing of Senate Bill 2265, legislation which provides $3 million in state funding for the development of a Veterans Memorial Center at the Fargo National Cemetery (FNC). The bill was sponsored by Senators Scott Meyer, Randy Burckhard, Kathy Hogan, Larry Luick and Ron Sorvaag and Representative Austen Schauer. The funds will become available once the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides final approval of the project plan and aut… Continue Reading
05.01.25
Hoeven: Senate Passes CRA to Knock Down Biden Administration’s ‘Once-In-Always-In’ Rule
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, today issued the following statement after the Senate approved a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution of disapproval he is cosponsoring to overturn the Biden administration’s burdensome “Once-in-Always-in” rule, which permanently classifies certain industrial facilities as major sources of hazardous air pollutants. The Biden-era rule reversed a Trump administration policy that allowed facilities… Continue Reading
05.01.25
Hoeven Introduces Andrea Travnicek at Senate ENR Committee Confirmation Hearing
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven this week introduced Dr. Andrea Travnicek at a Senate Energy and Natural Resources (ENR) Committee hearing on her nomination as Assistant Secretary for Water and Science at the U.S. Department of the Interior. Hoeven outlined Travnicek’s depth of experience and qualifications for the role, which covers a range of issues relevant to agriculture, energy and water development in North Dakota. During his remarks, Hoeven discussed with Travnicek, as well as Leslie Bey… Continue Reading
04.29.25
Hoeven, Murray, Boozman, Rosen Reintroduce Bill to Recognize April As Month of the Military Child
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven (R-N.D.) joined Senators Patty Murray (D-Wash.), John Boozman (R-Ark.) and Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) in leading bipartisan legislation to designate April as the “Month of the Military Child.” The Month of the Military Child is observed each April to celebrate and honor the commitment, service, and sacrifices made by children in military families and urges all Americans to show appreciation for the more than 1.6 million children who are part of military families across… Continue Reading
04.23.25
Hoeven: North Dakota Awarded Nearly $28 Million Over Damages Resulting from DAPL Protests
BISMARCK, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement after U.S. District Judge Daniel Traynor ruled in favor of the State of North Dakota in its lawsuit against the federal government for damages from the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL) protests. The state was awarded nearly $28 million to help cover emergency response costs resulting from the federal government’s negligence during the protests. This comes in addition to the $10 million that Hoeven secured in 2017 as a member … Continue Reading
04.23.25
Hoeven Reviews Fargo Airport Terminal Expansion Progress
FARGO, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today toured and reviewed the construction progress of the Hector International Airport’s Terminal Expansion Project. Today’s visit comes as Hector International experienced its busiest month ever in March, with more than 56,000 boardings. Further, this was the 12th consecutive month of all-time high passenger activity at the airport, driving home the importance of building the expanded terminal. Accordingly, Hoeven is working as a member of the Senate Transpor… Continue Reading
04.22.25
Hoeven, Rollins Meet with North Dakota Producers, Outline Farm Bill & Disaster Assistance Efforts
FARGO, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today organized meetings with Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins in North Dakota, giving farmers, ranchers, agriculture researchers and agri-businesses the opportunity to: Give direct feedback as: Work proceeds on the next farm bill. Hoeven stressed the importance of keeping the farm in the farm bill and outlined efforts to invest in the farm safety net. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) continues accepting applications for and distributing the … Continue Reading
04.21.25
Hoeven, Rounds Introduce Legislation to Empower Farmers and Strengthen Rural Economies
BISMARCK, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven (R-N.D.) recently joined Senator Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) in introducing two pieces of agriculture legislation to expand markets for meat and poultry products and prevent against federal government overreach. The bills include: The New Markets for State Inspected Meat and Poultry Act, legislation to allow meat and poultry products inspected by state Meat and Poultry Inspection (MPI) programs to be sold across state lines. Currently, meat and poultry products i… Continue Reading
04.16.25
Hoeven to Host Agriculture Secretary Rollins in North Dakota on April 22
FARGO, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today announced that he will host Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins in North Dakota on Tuesday, April 22. Hoeven, who serves as chairman of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee and a senior member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, invited Rollins to the state during her confirmation process earlier this year so she could: Get direct feedback from the state’s ag producers as work proceeds on the next farm bill. Learn firsthand about North Dak… Continue Reading
04.11.25
Hoeven Votes to Confirm Major General J. Daniel Caine as Chairman of The Joint Chiefs of Staff
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement after joining a bipartisan Senate majority in voting to confirm Major General J. Daniel Caine as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff: “General Caine has a long record of serving our nation, with more than two decades of experience as a member of the Air National Guard, including time as an F-16 pilot and important assignments related to intelligence and special operations. Given his prior combat and leadership experience, h… Continue Reading
04.10.25
Hoeven Votes to Overturn Biden-Era Rule Banning More Affordable Natural Gas Water Heaters
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today voted for a Congressional Review Act resolution of disapproval to overturn a Biden-era Department of Energy (DOE) rule that would have effectively banned the most affordable tankless water heater options, forcing consumers to pay an extra $450 for alternatives. The Biden-era rule raised the energy efficiency standards for new tankless water heaters by 11 to 15 percent, resulting in the removal of roughly forty percent of the existing market for tankless wat… Continue Reading
04.09.25
Hoeven Statement After Honoring NDSU Bison at White House, U.S. Capitol
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven issued the following statement after honoring the 10-time NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) National Champion North Dakota State University (NDSU) Bison at the White House and U.S. Capitol. Prior to the Bison’s visit to the White House with President Trump, Senator Hoeven and Senator Kevin Cramer hosted a luncheon on Capitol Hill for the Bison, followed by a tour of the U.S. Capitol. “The NDSU Bison had a tremendous season, winning their 10… Continue Reading
04.09.25
Hoeven, Kaine Introduce Bipartisan Legislation Requiring Interior Department to Maintain Wild Horses at Theodore Roosevelt National Park
WASHINGTON - Senators John Hoeven (R-N.D.) and Tim Kaine (D-Va.) today introduced bipartisan legislation to maintain wild horses at Theodore Roosevelt National Park (TRNP). The bill would require the Secretary of the Interior to: Maintain a genetically-diverse herd of no fewer than 150 horses in TRNP’s South Unit. The Department of the Interior is prohibited from removing horses from the park except as part of a plan to improve genetic diversity, in the case of an emergency or to protect p… Continue Reading
04.08.25
Hoeven: President Signs Executive Orders to Strengthen Access to Affordable, Reliable Baseload Electricity
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today joined President Donald Trump at the White House as he signed executive orders to strengthen access to the affordable and reliable baseload electricity provided by coal. The orders align with Hoeven’s longtime work to secure the future of the U.S. coal industry, ensuring the nation can continue to utilize this abundant energy resource in support of making the country energy dominant. Specifically, President Trump signed orders that: Direct the Department… Continue Reading
04.08.25
Hoeven Secures Commitment from Interior Dep. Sec. Nominee to Help Protect Wild Horses in TRNP
WASHINGTON - At a hearing of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, Senator John Hoeven secured a commitment from Katharine MacGregor, nominee to be Deputy Secretary of the Interior, to work together on legislation to protect wild horses in Theodore Roosevelt National Park (TRNP). “We continue our efforts to ensure that the National Park Service fulfills its commitment to protecting wild horses in Theodore Roosevelt National Park. At the same time, we are working to secure Kate MacG… Continue Reading
04.07.25
Hoeven Urges Key Interior, Energy Nominees to Work Toward Making U.S. Energy Dominant
WASHINGTON - At a hearing of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee this week, Senator John Hoeven urged two key nominees from the Trump administration to work toward making the U.S. energy dominant. The senator discussed how the following nominees can work with him in their respective positions to ensure access to affordable, reliable energy for the nation: Katharine MacGregor, nominee to be Deputy Secretary of the Interior. MacGregor previously served in this role during the f… Continue Reading
04.05.25
Hoeven Statement After Senate Passes Budget Resolution
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven issued the following statement after the Senate passed a budget resolution that will serve as a blueprint for reconciliation legislation to enable Congress to provide permanent tax relief for the American people, find savings to get control of the debt and deficit, and invest in national defense, border security and unleashing domestic energy production: “This budget is an important step in advancing the agenda laid out by President Trump, including tax relief, … Continue Reading
04.04.25
Hoeven Outlines Importance of Border Security in Stopping Flow of Fentanyl into American Communities
Click for video and audio. WASHINGTON - During remarks delivered on the floor of the U.S. Senate this week, Senator John Hoeven outlined the importance of border security in stopping the flow of fentanyl into the U.S. from Mexico and Canada. The senator pointed to the success of President Trump enforcing the law and reinstating the kinds of policies that discourage illegal crossings and empower U.S. border professionals to do their jobs. The remarks come as part of Hoeven’s efforts to push ba… Continue Reading
04.04.25
Hoeven, Colleagues Ask Trump to Permit the Nationwide, Year-Round Sale of E15 Fuel
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, a senior member of the Senate Agriculture Committee and Chairman of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee, joined colleagues in sending a bipartisan letter led by Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) and Senator Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) asking President Trump to permit the year-round sale of E15 fuel through the summer of 2025 in order to enhance America’s energy security and lower fuel costs for consumers while leveraging American agriculture. “To … Continue Reading
04.02.25
Hoeven, Cramer: Heather Ranck to be Reinstated as Director of National Rural Export Center
WASHINGTON - Senators John Hoeven and Kevin Cramer today announced that Heather Ranck is being reinstated as the Director of the National Rural Export Center. The senators have worked with the new administration at the Department of Commerce to accelerate the important work of the National Rural Export Center by bringing back Ranck to the position, citing her experience and leadership in founding the center, which specializes in conducting customized market research designed to guide rural U.S. … Continue Reading