News Releases
Hoeven Secures Commitment from Ag Secretary Nominee Brooke Rollins to Advance Key Priorities for North Dakota Producers
WASHINGTON - At a hearing of the Senate Agriculture Committee this week, Senator John Hoeven discussed with Brooke Rollins, President Donald Trump’s nominee to serve as Secretary of Agriculture, critical priorities for farmers, ranchers and agri-businesses. Hoeven outlined a broad range of efforts to strengthen U.S. agriculture and secured commitments from Rollins to work with him on: Passing a strong farm bill that makes needed investments in the farm safety net. Implementing and quickly de… Continue Reading
01.23.25
Hoeven Helps Secure Senate Committee Approval of Burgum & Wright Nominations
***Click for photos.*** WASHINGTON - At a meeting of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources (ENR) Committee today, Senator John Hoeven helped secure bipartisan committee approval of the following two nominations that are key to implementing a pro-growth energy policy for the nation: Governor Doug Burgum to serve as Secretary of the Interior and head of the National Energy Council. Chris Wright to serve as the Secretary of Energy. Today’s votes are an important milestone in Hoeven’s effo… Continue Reading
01.23.25
Hoeven, Cramer Support Dallas Carlson to Continue as U.S. Marshal for North Dakota
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators John Hoeven and Kevin Cramer today recommended to the Trump administration that Dallas Carlson, current U.S. Marshal for the District of North Dakota, be reappointed to the position. The senators highlighted Carlson’s leadership as U.S. Marshal since October 2018, and his decades of law enforcement experience, including with the Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office, Devils Lake Police Department, and as Director of the North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI… Continue Reading
01.22.25
Hoeven Votes to Advance Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today voted to advance the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, legislation he helped introduce with Senator James Lankford (R-Okla.) to protect newborns that survive abortions by requiring they receive care from health care practitioners. Senate Democrats blocked the bill from consideration, preventing it from reaching the required 60-vote threshold. “This legislation would require health care practitioners to provide the same care for a child born ali… Continue Reading
01.22.25
Hoeven, Cramer Recommend Thykeson to Serve as North Dakota FSA Director
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators John Hoeven and Kevin Cramer today announced their recommendation to the Trump administration for Brad Thykeson to serve as the next North Dakota State Executive Director of the Farm Service Administration (FSA). The senators support reinstating Brad Thykeson to serve as the North Dakota FSA Executive Director. Thykeson is a life-long farmer, who served in the same position during President Trump’s first term. During his previous tenure leading FSA, Thykeson imp… Continue Reading
01.21.25
Hoeven, Cramer Recommend Nicholas Chase to Be United States Attorney for the District of North Dakota
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators John Hoeven and Kevin Cramer today announced they have recommended President Donald Trump nominate Nicholas W. Chase to serve in the position of United States Attorney for the District of North Dakota. Chase currently serves as a North Dakota District Court Judge for the East Central Judicial District. Prior to that he served for 20 years in the U.S. Attorney’s office, including as Acting U.S. Attorney and First Assistant U.S. Attorney. Chase also has experience … Continue Reading
01.21.25
Hoeven: President Trump Signs Executive Orders to Unleash U.S. Energy Potential, Withdraw from Paris Climate Accords
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven issued the following statement after President Donald Trump signed executive orders to bolster development of U.S. domestic energy resources and energy infrastructure, as well as withdraw the U.S. from the Paris Climate Accords. This aligns with Hoeven’s ongoing efforts to take the handcuffs off U.S. energy production, supporting the nation’s economic and national security, while bringing down inflation to benefit American households and businesses. Specifically,… Continue Reading
01.20.25
Hoeven Statement on Inauguration of President Donald Trump
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven issued the following statement on the inauguration of President Donald Trump: “President Trump’s inauguration is the start of getting our country back on track, and we look forward to working with the Trump administration to advance the policies and priorities important to the people of North Dakota and our nation. Together with the Trump administration, we’ll grow our economy, tackle inflation, make America energy dominant and support our small business, inclu… Continue Reading
01.16.25
Hoeven: Doug Burgum is the Right Man for the Job of Interior Secretary
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today introduced Governor Doug Burgum, President Donald Trump’s nominee to serve as Secretary of the Interior and head of the National Energy Council, at a hearing of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources (ENR) Committee. This comes as part of Hoeven’s ongoing efforts to advance Burgum’s nomination and secure the support of his colleagues. During his remarks, Hoeven outlined: His plans to work with Burgum toward unlocking America’s energy potential and ensur… Continue Reading
01.16.25
Hoeven: New Congress Already Working to Restore Order at U.S.-Mexico Border
WASHINGTON - During remarks delivered on the floor of the U.S. Senate this week, Senator John Hoeven discussed how efforts are underway in the 119th Congress to secure the border and rescind the broken immigration policies of the Biden-Harris administration. In particular, Hoeven: Highlighted the Laken Riley Act, which he helped introduce with Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.), is currently under consideration by the Senate and would: o Require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) t… Continue Reading
01.15.25
Hoeven Makes the Case to Senate ENR Committee for Chris Wright’s Confirmation as Energy Secretary
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today introduced Chris Wright, President Donald Trump’s nominee to serve as Secretary of Energy, at a hearing of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources (ENR) Committee. As part of his remarks, Hoeven: Made the case to his fellow committee members for Wright’s confirmation, highlighting his three decades of experience in the energy industry, as well as his long-time work to bring new innovations to market. Hoeven highlighted Wright’s role in creating the hy… Continue Reading
01.14.25
Hoeven Helps Introduce Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven helped introduce the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act, legislation sponsored by Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) to allow individuals with concealed carry privileges in their home state to exercise those rights in any other state that allows concealed carry. Importantly, the bill protects state sovereignty by not establishing a national standard for concealed carry, instead treating concealed-carry permits similarly to state-issued drivers’ licenses, allo… Continue Reading
01.14.25
Hoeven: Blm Finalizes Restrictive, Overreaching Resource Management Plan for North Dakota
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement after the Biden administration finalized the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) Resource Management Plan (RMP) for North Dakota, which closes off leasing to vast areas of potential federal oil and gas acreage and a majority of federal coal acreage in the state. Further, due to split-estate ownership issue in North Dakota, where federal minerals are often co-located with state or privately-owned minerals under non-federal surfac… Continue Reading
01.12.25
Hoeven Thanks Members of 817th Engineer Company for Service At Southern Border, Outlines Unit’s Record of Excellence
JAMESTOWN, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today honored the service of the North Dakota National Guard’s (NDNG) 817th Engineer Company, following a one-year deployment supporting U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) operations at the southern border. Hoeven stressed the important work of the Guard members in keeping the nation secure, thanking them and their families for the sacrifices they make in defense of the country, whether at home or abroad. The senator also recognized the members of the … Continue Reading
01.10.25
Hoeven: Agristo to Establish $500 Million Potato Plant in Grand Forks
GRAND FORKS, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement after Agristo announced that it would expand its operations in North Dakota by establishing a $500 million potato processing plant in Grand Forks, contingent upon finalizing the incentive plan for the project and transportation rates with BNSF. The planned facility will be constructed on a nearly 350-acre site, support 250 employees and provide a local market for up to 15,000 acres of planted potatoes, with the site all… Continue Reading
01.09.25
Hoeven & Cramer Introduce Senate Resolution Honoring NDSU Bison’s 10th FCS National Championship
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today introduced a resolution, cosponsored by Senator Kevin Cramer, congratulating the North Dakota State University (NDSU) Bison football team on winning its 10th NCAA Division I FCS national championship title. The senators complemented the resolution with remarks delivered on the floor of the U.S. Senate recognizing the Bison’s long record of excellence, the team’s strong season and the accomplishments of the players, coaches, staff and community. Hoeven and C… Continue Reading
01.08.25
Hoeven: FAA Awards Nearly $4 Million to Hector International Airport
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded nearly $4 million to Hector International Airport in Fargo in support of its Terminal Expansion Project. The funds are made available under the Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG) program, one of the multiple federal programs that Hoeven has worked to support as a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee in order to help maintain, update and expand North Dakota’s airports. Today’s awar… Continue Reading
01.06.25
Hoeven Congratulates Bison on Winning NCAA Division I FCS Football Championship
BISMARCK, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement congratulating the North Dakota State University (NDSU) Bison football team on winning the NCAA Division I FCS national championship with a victory over the Montana State Bobcats. “Congratulations to the entire NDSU football program for claiming their 10th FCS National Championship title tonight. We also congratulate the Bobcats on a great season,” said Hoeven. “The Bison’s victory comes after an incredible season and is… Continue Reading
01.06.25
Hoeven: DOT Awards More than $26 Million for I-94 Repairs, ND 1804 Rail-Highway Safety Project
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has awarded two grants totaling more than $26 million for transportation repair and safety projects in North Dakota. As a member of the Senate Transportation Appropriations Committee in the 118th Congress, Hoeven worked to fund and advance the projects. The funding is made available under the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability & Equity (RAISE) grant program and includes: $… Continue Reading
01.03.25
Hoeven: Corps Awards Almost $20 Million Contract Supporting Construction of FM Flood Protection Southern Embankment
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today announced that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers awarded a new contract of nearly $20 million to continue construction of comprehensive flood protection in the Fargo-Moorhead region. The funding is made available under the $437 million Army Corps’ award that Hoeven secured in 2022. Specifically, the Corps is awarding $18,689,731 for construction of the Southern Embankment Reach (SE-3) and associated work in support of the project to HSG Park Joint Venture 2,… Continue Reading