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Senate ENR Committee Approves Hoeven Legislation Supporting Establishment of Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library
WASHINGTON - At a meeting of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources (ENR) Committee today, Senator John Hoeven secured committee approval of legislation he introduced to support the preservation and display of materials at the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library. Hoeven’s bipartisan, bicameral bill, which is cosponsored by Senators Kevin Cramer, Richard Blumenthal and Martin Heinrich in the U.S. Senate and sponsored by Congressman Kelly Armstrong in the U.S. House of Representatives, would:… Continue Reading
11.19.24
Hoeven Secures Energy Committee Approval of His Dakota Water Resources Act Amendments Bill
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, this week secured committee passage of his legislation to reauthorize and amend the Dakota Water Resources Act (DWRA). The legislation supports more reliable, drought-resistant water supplies in North Dakota, while helping to fulfill federal compensation that was promised to the state and tribes upon the construction of the Garrison Dam and Oahe Dam. The legislation will now go to the full Senate for… Continue Reading
11.13.24
Hoeven, Risch Introduce Legislation Combatting Israel’s Persecution at UN
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven joined Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and 32 of their Senate colleagues in introducing the Stand With Israel Act to cut off U.S. funding to United Nations (UN) agencies that expel, downgrade, suspend, or otherwise restrict the participation of the State of Israel. This comes in response to reports indicating that the Palestinian Authority (PA) will attempt to downgrade Israel’s status at the UN. The PA is able to do this after the UN General Assembly passed a biased… Continue Reading
11.13.24
Hoeven Statement on Leadership Election
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven issued the following statement regarding the election of Senator John Thune as the next Senate Majority Leader: “I have known Senator Thune for years and he is a proven leader. Given our long-history of working together on issues important to the Dakotas, I supported Senator Thune and look forward to continuing to work with him as our next Senate Majority Leader,” said Hoeven. “All of the candidates for majority leader were committed to President Trump’s agenda … Continue Reading
11.12.24
Hoeven Statement on Biden Administration Finalizing Natural Gas Tax
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, today issued the following statement after the Biden administration finalized a rule implementing the Natural Gas Tax, which was passed as part of Democrats’ reckless tax-and-spend legislation in 2021. This comes in addition to costly technology mandates imposed on oil and natural gas producers by the administration last year. Accordingly, Hoeven: Has been working to prevent the implementation of … Continue Reading
11.11.24
Hoeven Statement in Observance of Veterans Day
BISMARCK, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Defense and Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Committees, today issued the following statement honoring veterans in recognition of Veterans Day. “Today and every day, we are indebted to our servicemembers and veterans in North Dakota and across this nation, as well as their families, who serve alongside them. We cannot thank enough these great American heroes who have fought to protect our nation,” said Hoeven.… Continue Reading
11.07.24
Hoeven Outlines Priorities to Restore U.S. Energy Dominance at GNDC Conference
DICKINSON, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today addressed the Greater North Dakota Chamber’s (GNDC) Build & Beyond conference, where he outlined his priorities for the upcoming Congress and new administration. In particular, the senator discussed the need to unlock the nation’s energy potential, restore U.S. energy dominance and empower the country to utilize all of its abundant energy resources, including coal, oil and natural gas. To this end, Hoeven highlighted the importance of: Rescindin… Continue Reading
11.07.24
Hoeven: As we Work to Unlock our Energy Potential, Airport Capacity Needed To Support A Growing Economy
DICKINSON, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today held a roundtable with members of the Dickinson Municipal Airport Authority and local leaders to discuss progress on developing a new terminal building for the Dickinson Theodore Roosevelt Regional Airport. As a member of the Senate Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Committee, Hoeven helped launch this effort in 2022 and has since been working to advance the project, which will support increased air service capacity for the r… Continue Reading
11.06.24
Hoeven: More Than $22 Million Allocated for Garrison Dam Spill Way Dredging by Army Corps
BISMARCK, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven announced today that a $22 million contract was awarded by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to the HSG Park Joint Venture 2, LLC for spillway approach dredging at Garrison Dam, where work is projected to be completed by August 27, 2027. “The Garrison Dam is critical infrastructure for our state, and this funding will help to ensure the dam delivers a reliable water supply for communities and agriculture, while supporting recreation and tourism,” sai… Continue Reading
11.06.24
Hoeven Statement on 2024 Election Results
BISMARCK, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven issued the following statement on the reelection of President Donald Trump and Senate Republicans reclaiming the Senate Majority: “We congratulate President Trump on his reelection and look forward to working together to advance the priorities important to North Dakotans - growing our economy, tackling inflation, unleashing American energy and supporting our small businesses, including North Dakota’s farmers and ranchers. At the same time, we’ll work to imp… Continue Reading
10.31.24
Hoeven Holds Meeting Between Head of Defense Acquisitions, Northern Plains UAS Test Site & GrandSKY
MINOT, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today met with Dr. William LaPlante, the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment, and leaders from the Northern Plains Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Test Site and GrandSKY to discuss opportunities for North Dakota to meet imminent defense needs in unmanned aircraft and counter-UAS technologies. Hoeven stressed: The need to increase the size and scope of Project ULTRA. Hoeven has been advancing Project ULTRA as the funding vehicle to supp… Continue Reading
10.31.24
Hoeven Announces More than $20 Million for Rail Safety and Performance Improvements in North Dakota
BISMARCK, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Transportation Appropriations Committee, today announced that the Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal Railroad Administration has awarded $20,714,004 to the Red River Valley & Western Railroad Company to replace 25 miles of rail between Gwinner and Oakes, and construct two new sidings to hold trains near Casselton. “North Dakota’s economy is dependent on freight transportation, including rail, to ship bulk agricultural c… Continue Reading
10.29.24
Hoeven: Century View Will Provide 40 Families With Affordable Housing, Helping Address One of North Dakota’s Greatest Needs
BISMARCK, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today marked the grand opening of the Century View affordable housing complex. The $11.2 million project primarily serves low-income families and individuals, consisting of 40 housing units across three apartment buildings with three-, two- and one-bedroom floor plans available, as well as an additional community building. Amenities include balconies and walk-out patios, in-unit laundry, outdoor green space, a community room and kitchen and office space. The… Continue Reading
10.28.24
Hoeven Meets With US-Japanese Forces Deploying Global Hawk, Reaper Missions
BISMARCK, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven traveled to U.S. bases in Okinawa and mainland Japan to meet with U.S. military forces and to expand on his work making Grand Forks the leader in Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS). Grand Forks Air Force Base and GrandSKY Technology Park play an increasing role in providing Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities to the U.S. military, and these efforts are vital to U.S. efforts to counter Chinese military aggression. Senator Hoeven travele… Continue Reading
10.27.24
Hoeven Honors Members of 1-188th ADA Regiment, Bravo Battery at Welcome Home Ceremony
GRAND FORKS, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven thanked members of the North Dakota National Guard’s (NDNG) 1-188th Air Defense Artillery (ADA) Regiment, Bravo Battery after returning from a 10-month deployment to the U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) area of responsibility in support of Operation Inherent Resolve, which is the U.S. military’s operational name for the international war against the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS). While deployed, the battery provided integrated air defense coverage… Continue Reading
10.22.24
Hoeven: Nearly $3 Million Awarded to Fargo & Northwood Airports for Terminal Expansions
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Transportation Appropriations Committee, today announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is awarding Hector International Airport and Northwood Municipal Airport-Vince Field nearly $3 million for terminal expansion projects. Specifically, these grants include: $2,000,000 to Hector International Airport to construct four new gates, rehabilitate and expand holding rooms, and expand the ticket and baggage handling area. Sen… Continue Reading
10.22.24
Hoeven: DOE Awards $48.6 Million in Support of Project Tundra
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Energy and Water Development Appropriations Committee, today announced that the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has awarded more than $48.6 million in support of Project Tundra, a carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) effort led by Minnkota Power Cooperative. The funding is being awarded to the DCC East Project in Grand Forks. “North Dakota has always been a leader in energy innovation and now with Project Tundra, we’re leading t… Continue Reading
10.16.24
Hoeven Helps Secure $20 Million to Rehabilitate & Preserve Highway 52
BISMARCK, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Transportation Appropriations Committee, today announced a $20 million award to the North Dakota Department of Transportation for the Freight Reliability and Preservation Project on US 52. Specifically, the project will restore roughly 45 miles of existing asphalt pavement from west of Drake to Fessenden, consolidate access points at the intersection of US 52 and North Dakota Highway 3 (ND 3) in Harvey, add acceleration and deceleratio… Continue Reading
10.16.24
Hoeven Marks Completion of Crosswind Runway at Grand Forks International Airport
GRAND FORKS, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today marked the completed reconstruction and extension of the crosswind runway at Grand Forks International Airport. As a member of the Senate Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Committee, Hoeven worked to secure more than $50 million in federal funding for the 5-year, $70 million project, which will: Enable the airport to maintain large aircraft operations while the main runway is reconstructed. The main runway project is … Continue Reading
10.15.24
Hoeven Honors Members of 142Nd Engineer Battalion At Send-Off Ceremony
VALLEY CITY, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today paid tribute to members of the North Dakota National Guard’s (NDNG) 142nd Engineer Battalion who are deploying for a year-long mission to help U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) at the southern border. The unit’s deployment follows the deployments of the 957 Engineer Company, the 1-112 Aviation Regiment and the 817th Engineer Company to the southern border. “The National Guard represents the finest men and women in our country. Their work each… Continue Reading
