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Hoeven Meets with Young Growers, Outlines Efforts to Support Next Generation of Producers
FARGO, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven, chairman of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee and a member of both the Agriculture Committee and the farm bill conference committee, today met with North Dakota Farmers Union Young Growers to outline his work to support young and beginning farmers in both the farm bill and the Fiscal Year 2019 funding legislation, which was approved by the Senate last week. "The average age of a farmer is about 58 in the United States, so we need to do all we ca… Continue Reading
08.08.18
Hoeven: Senate WRDA & Water Funding Legislation Will Help Advance Comprehensive Flood Protection in the Red River Valley
FARGO, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today convened a roundtable with local leaders from the Fargo-Moorhead region on efforts to advance comprehensive flood protection in the Red River Valley. Hoeven outlined provisions he recently secured to support flood control efforts, including in the Fiscal Year 2019 Energy and Water funding bill, which was passed by the Senate in June, and the America's Water Infrastructure Act of 2018, also referred to as the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA), which is… Continue Reading
08.07.18
Hoeven Holds Agriculture Roundtable with CFTC Commissioner and ND Producers
FARGO, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven, chairman of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee and a member of both the Agriculture Committee and the farm bill conference committee, today held a roundtable with North Dakota farmers and ranchers to gather input and outline priorities for the farm bill conference committee, as well as the trade assistance program recently announced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The senator brought Commodity Futures Trading Commissioner (CFTC) Brian… Continue Reading
08.07.18
Hoeven Statement on Iran Sanctions
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement after the United States reinstated sanctions on Iran beginning today, August 7. "Iran should not possess a nuclear weapon and we need to do more to deter them. Until Iran is willing to verifiably end its nuclear program, we need to have strong sanctions in place. I opposed lifting sanctions on Iran and I support re-imposing them now to deter Iran from continuing to develop nuclear weapons. Sanctions will help to enhance the s… Continue Reading
08.07.18
Hoeven: Legislation Enabling Homeowners Around the Jamestown Reservoir to Purchase Lots Could Pass Senate by Labor Day
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources (ENR) Committee, today met with Stutsman County officials and area residents to outline progress on his legislation to enable Jamestown Reservoir cabin owners to purchase their lots. Hoeven successfully included the Jamestown provision in a package of bills to be added to the Senate's Water Resources Development Act (WRDA). The senator said he's hopeful that the package will be added to the Senate's WRDA bill i… Continue Reading
08.06.18
Hoeven Announces $34.4 Million in Loans for Electricity Infrastructure in North Dakota
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, chairman of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee and a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development is investing $34.4 million in electricity infrastructure in North Dakota. The funds are awarded through USDA's Electric Infrastructure Loan Program. Details are as follows: Capital Electric Cooperative - $30 million - The funds will be used to build over 95 miles of line … Continue Reading
08.06.18
Hoeven Outlines Benefits of Tax & Regulatory Relief, Efforts to Advance Infrastructure Development
BISMARCK, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today outlined his efforts to support strong economic growth through regulatory relief, tax relief and infrastructure development. Hoeven delivered the remarks at an educational forum hosted by the American Conservative Union in Bismarck. Prior to his speech, Hoeven introduced Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao, who delivered a keynote address for the event. "A strong and growing economy ensures a higher quality of life for our citizens and greater governm… Continue Reading
08.03.18
Hoeven: Administration Proposes Revised CAFE Standards for 2021-2026
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee and the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Committee, today issued the following statement after the administration announced a proposed rule to revise the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards for passenger cars and light trucks in model years 2021-2026. Earlier this year, Hoeven joined Congressman Kevin Cramer in urging Heidi King, the Deputy Administrator of the … Continue Reading
08.03.18
Hoeven Helps Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Flight-Training Programs for Veterans
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senator John Hoeven today announced that he has introduced bipartisan legislation that supports flight-training services to assist veterans who want to become commercial airline pilots. The American Aviator Act, which Hoeven introduced with Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), will authorize grants through the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to support training opportunities for veterans who are not already military pilots. "Through their service to our country, our veterans c… Continue Reading
08.02.18
Senate Passes Legislation That Includes Hoeven-Sponsored ELD Provision, Invests in Nation’s Infrastructure & UAS Development
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development (THUD), this week joined the Senate in passing bipartisan funding legislation for Fiscal Year 2019 that invests in the nation's infrastructure and supports the development of unmanned aerial systems (UAS). The bill also includes a Hoeven-sponsored provision that directs the Department of Transportation (DOT) to address concerns with electronic logging device (ELD) re… Continue Reading
08.01.18
Congress Passes FY 2019 NDAA with Hoeven-Cosponsored Provisions to Improve National Guard Promotions & Benefits
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Defense Appropriations Committee as well as the Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Committee, today issued the following statement after the Senate passed the conference committee's report for the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2019. Hoeven worked to include important priorities for North Dakota in the legislation, including measures he cosponsored to address delays and disparities in … Continue Reading
08.01.18
Hoeven Statement on Meeting with Supreme Court Nominee Judge Brett Kavanaugh
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven released the following statement today after meeting with Judge Brett Kavanaugh, the President's nominee to serve as an Associate Justice on the Supreme Court of the United States. "I appreciated the opportunity to meet with Judge Kavanaugh today to discuss his judicial philosophy. Having served for more than a decade on the federal appeals court, he is highly qualified to serve on the Supreme Court. Judge Kavanuagh has a strong record of upholding the law rath… Continue Reading
08.01.18
Hoeven Statement on Being Named to Farm Bill Conference Committee
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today released the following statement after being chosen to serve on the farm bill conference committee. Hoeven was named to the committee as he is the fourth highest ranking majority member of the Senate Agriculture Committee and chairman of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee. "I look forward to working with members of the House and Senate conference committee to finalize the farm bill and get it in place as soon as possible," Hoeven said. "We'll… Continue Reading
08.01.18
Hoeven: Senate Passes FY19 Agriculture Appropriations Bill
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, chairman of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee, today issued the following statement after the Senate passed the Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Appropriations bill. Hoeven introduced the legislation on the Senate floor earlier this week and outlined important provisions in the funding bill. "We have worked hard to invest taxpayer dollars responsibly, funding programs that pr… Continue Reading
07.31.18
Hoeven Helps Advance USDA Nominee for Natural Resources Under Secretary
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, chairman of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee and member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, today joined the Agriculture Committee in advancing the nomination of James Hubbard to serve as the Under Secretary for Natural Resources and Environment at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The senator met with Hubbard earlier this month, where he outlined the importance of ensuring that the U.S. Forest Service works with farmers and ranchers in … Continue Reading
07.30.18
Hoeven Statement on Bureau of Reclamation Proposal to Approve Central North Dakota Water Supply Project
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement regarding the Bureau of Reclamation's proposal to issue a water service contract for the McClusky Canal that would provide up to 20 cubic feet per second of water to be used to help provide a municipal, rural and industrial water supply for Burleigh, Sheridan, Wells, Foster, Kidder, McLean and Stutsman Counties. "Reliable and affordable utilities, such as water and energy, are central to our high quality of life and economic … Continue Reading
07.27.18
Hoeven Announces Nearly $8.1 Million for Airports Across North Dakota
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Committee, today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has awarded grants totaling nearly $8.1 million for airports in North Dakota. Details are as follows: Minot International Airport - $1,850,000 - The funds will be used to acquire new snow removal equipment, conduct an environmental assessment and rehabilitate the aircraft rescue fire fighting building.… Continue Reading
07.27.18
Hoeven Introduces Bill to Enhance Energy Efficiency in Federal Buildings, Provide Flexibility in Energy Sources
WASHINGTON - Senators John Hoeven (R-N.D.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), members of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, today reintroduced their bipartisan legislation, the All-of-the-Above Federal Building Energy Conservation Act of 2018, which would provide flexibility to help the federal government achieve its energy efficiency goals. The bill would allow federal buildings to continue using efficient fuels that would otherwise be phased out, like natural gas, while also enhancing … Continue Reading
07.25.18
Hoeven Statement on Trade Announcement with European Union
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, chairman of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee and a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, today issued the following statement following an announcement from President Donald Trump and European Union (EU) Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker that they have reached an agreement on trade, including plans for the EU to import more U.S. soybeans and liquefied natural gas (LNG). Hoeven was at the White House during the announcement and for a m… Continue Reading
07.25.18
Hoeven Statement on Vice President’s Visit to Grand Forks
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement to mark Vice President Mike Pence's visit to the Grand Forks Air Force Base. "We welcome Vice President Pence to Grand Forks and appreciate his attention to our dedicated service members stationed in the region," Hoeven said. "Our local Air Force members provide a vital service to this nation, conducting reconnaissance and surveillance to provide solid intelligence for missions and protect us against threats around the globe… Continue Reading
