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Hoeven: Flexibility Must be Maintained in Farm Bill to Address Emergencies in Farm Country
WASHINGTON - At a hearing of the Senate Agriculture Committee this week, Senator John Hoeven outlined the importance of maintaining flexibility at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for addressing emergent needs in farm country, like avian flu. To this end, the senator highlighted the Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC) as an important priority for the new farm bill, as it provides a flexible source of emergency funding to help farmers and ranchers weather a variety of challenges. Hoeven f… Continue Reading
02.27.25
Senate Passes Hoeven-Sponsored Resolution to Block Biden Natural Gas Tax, Protect Against Cost Increases
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven (R-N.D.) today secured Senate passage of his Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution of disapproval to block implementation of President Biden’s Natural Gas Tax, which passed as part of the Democrats’ reckless tax-and-spend bill in 2022. The Senate approved the resolution by a vote of 52 to 47, and with Congressman August Pfluger’s (R-Texas) companion legislation having passed the House yesterday, the resolution now goes to President Trump to be signed into law… Continue Reading
02.26.25
Hoeven Outlines Efforts to Reverse Biden Regulatory Onslaught, Make U.S. Energy Dominant
WASHINGTON - During remarks delivered on the floor of the U.S. Senate today, Senator John Hoeven outlined efforts to reverse the Biden administration’s regulatory onslaught on U.S. domestic energy production: In particular, Hoeven highlighted his Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution to block implementation of Biden’s Natural Gas Tax, which passed as part of Democrats’ reckless tax-and-spend bill that passed in 2022. The Senate began voting on Hoeven’s resolution today, with final pass… Continue Reading
02.26.25
Hoeven Helps Reintroduce Legislation to Protect Tribal Members from Medical Debt, Ensure Timely Reimbursement for Non-IHS Health Care
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven this week helped reintroduce the Purchase and Referred Care (PRC) Improvement Act, bipartisan legislation sponsored by Senators Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) and Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) to address delayed reimbursement claims at the Indian Health Service (IHS), benefitting both patients and providers. Specifically, the bill: Requires the PRC program to provide, if approved, reimbursement of claims within 30 days of determination. Allows claims to be submitted electro… Continue Reading
02.26.25
Hoeven: Jamieson Greer Confirmed as U.S. Trade Representative
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven issued the following statement after the Senate confirmed Jamieson Greer to serve as U.S. Trade Representative (USTR): “Jamieson Greer has served our country including in the U.S. Air Force and as chief of staff to the U.S. Trade Representative during President Trump’s first administration. Importantly, during his confirmation process he recognized the importance of expanding market access for U.S. producers, including our agriculture sector. USTR Greer will pla… Continue Reading
02.26.25
Hoeven Reintroduces BLM Mineral Spacing Act
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven (R-N.D.) reintroduced the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Mineral Spacing Act. The bill, which is cosponsored by Senators John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.) and Steve Daines (R-Mont.), would streamline and improve the permitting process for energy development, remove duplicative regulations and better respect the rights of private mineral holders. Representative Stephanie Bice (R-Okla.) introduced companion legislation in the House of Representatives. … Continue Reading
02.25.25
Hoeven, Shaheen & Moran Introduce Legislation to Bolster Air Traffic Control Workforce
WASHINGTON - Senators John Hoeven (R-N.D.), Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) and Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) introduced the Air Traffic Control (ATC) Workforce Development Act of 2025, bipartisan legislation to address ATC staffing shortages, improve working conditions and ensure the safe transportation of people and goods within U.S. airspace. Among other priorities, the legislation would: Expand the ATC workforce training pipeline by codifying and strengthening the Enhanced Air Traffic-Collegiate Training … Continue Reading
02.21.25
Hoeven Reintroduces Legislation to Advance Establishment of Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven (R-N.D.) today reintroduced his legislation to support the establishment of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library. Hoeven’s bipartisan bill, which is cosponsored by Senators Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.) and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), would: Authorize the Department of the Interior to provide grants to establish the presidential library and support the display of materials. This legislation follows the model of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and … Continue Reading
02.21.25
Hoeven: Senate Passes FY25 Budget Resolution to Advance Border Security, Defense and American Energy Dominance
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven issued the following statement after the Senate approved a Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 budget resolution, which provides a blueprint for a reconciliation bill to secure the border, revitalize the military and bolster U.S. energy production: “Passing this budget is an important step as we work to provide President Trump with the resources necessary to implement his agenda for the American people. This budget will secure the border, bolster our military and help unleash… Continue Reading
02.20.25
Hoeven Statement on Confirmation of Kash Patel as FBI Director
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement after the Senate confirmed Kash Patel to serve as Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI): “Kash Patel has served as a public defender, prosecutor, and in leadership positions at the Department of Defense, Office of the Director of National Intelligence and National Security Council. He will focus the FBI on protecting the American people and prioritizing law and order to help make our communities safer. We cong… Continue Reading
02.20.25
Hoeven, Cornyn, Colleagues Call on ATF to Overturn Unconstitutional Biden Rules & Support Trump 2A Agenda
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven (R-ND) joined Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) and 28 of their Senate GOP colleagues in sending a letter to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) Deputy Director Marvin Richardson urging him to align the agency with President Trump’s Second Amendment priorities as laid out in his recent Executive Order. The senators called on Richardson to identify and rescind former President Biden’s unlawful firearms regulations, including the “Engaged in the… Continue Reading
02.19.25
Hoeven Statement After Voting to Confirm Kelly Loeffler to Lead Small Business Administration
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven issued the following statement after voting to confirm Kelly Loeffler to serve as Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration: “Congratulations to Kelly Loeffler on her confirmation to lead the U.S. Small Business Administration. Kelly and I served together on the Senate Agriculture Committee, where we worked to advance priorities for our farmers and ranchers and rural small businesses. Small businesses power our economy and Kelly understands the imp… Continue Reading
02.18.25
Hoeven: Howard Lutnick Confirmed as Commerce Secretary
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven issued the following statement after the Senate confirmed Howard Lutnick to serve as Secretary of Commerce: “We congratulate Secretary Howard Lutnick on his confirmation. During the confirmation process, he committed to increase our nation’s competitiveness and bring supply chains back to the U.S. Secretary Lutnick will play a vital role as President Trump negotiates better trade agreements, with the goal of securing better trade terms for American farmers, ranc… Continue Reading
02.15.25
Hoeven at MAFB with Air Force Vice Chief of Staff to Secure Support for Upgraded Cruise Missile Facilities, Concurrent Construction of Sentinel Program
MINOT, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven and Gen. James Slife, Air Force Vice Chief of Staff, today reviewed efforts to modernize the dual-nuclear mission at Minot Air Force Base. Hoeven and Slife toured the base’s facilities and met with local and military leaders to discuss and see firsthand the importance of: Accelerating the development of the Sentinel program, and concurrently constructing facilities at all three missile bases to keep the programs on track and reduce costs. Investing in upgrad… Continue Reading
02.15.25
Hoeven Outlines National Security, Counter-UAS Opportunities in Grand Forks to Air Force Vice Chief of Staff
GRAND FORKS, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven outlined to Gen. James Slife, Air Force Vice Chief of Staff, opportunities to leverage the Grand Forks region’s expertise in unmanned aerial systems (UAS) to enhance national security and address the increasing risks from the misuse of drone technology. In particular, Hoeven highlighted: His efforts to secure an increased contract ceiling for Project ULTRA, which is expected in the coming weeks. Hoeven has been working to increase the size and scope … Continue Reading
02.13.25
Hoeven, Thune Reintroduce Bill to Repeal the Death Tax
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven (R-N.D.) joined Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) in reintroducing legislation that would permanently repeal the federal estate tax, commonly known as the death tax. “Our legislation would repeal the death tax and prevent families, particularly those with family farms, from facing unnecessary hardship when a loved one passes away,” said Senator Hoeven. “It removes a major obstacle to estate planning and ensuring the future operations of small businesses… Continue Reading
02.13.25
Hoeven, Shaheen, Moran & Bennet Reintroduce Legislation to Establish Permanent Air Guard Tuition Assistance Program
WASHINGTON - Senators John Hoeven (R-N.D.), Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) reintroduced legislation to establish a permanent federal tuition assistance (FTA) program benefitting Air National Guard members. The Air Guard Standardizing Tuition Assistance to Unify the Services (STATUS) Act requires the Secretary of the Air Force to provide tuition assistance to drill-status members of the Air National Guard, consistent with the program available to the Ar… Continue Reading
02.13.25
Hoeven Statement After Voting to Confirm Brooke Rollins as Secretary of Agriculture
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, Chairman of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee and a senior member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, issued the following statement after voting to confirm Brooke Rollins to serve as Secretary of Agriculture: “Congratulations to Brooke Rollins on her confirmation to lead the Department of Agriculture. Secretary Rollins grew up on a ranch so she not only has the right background, but she has the ear of President Trump and will be a great advocate… Continue Reading
02.13.25
Hoeven Statement on Confirmation of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to Serve as Secretary of Health and Human Services
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement after the Senate confirmed Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to serve as Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS): “President Trump selected Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. to serve as HHS Secretary with a mandate to improve the health of our nation. Importantly, when we met with Secretary Kennedy he indicated that he understands the importance of working with stakeholders, from our farmers and ranchers to school nutritionists, and is focused… Continue Reading
02.12.25
Hoeven Statement on Confirmation of Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement after the Senate confirmed former Representative Tulsi Gabbard to serve as Director of National Intelligence (DNI): “Given the threats facing our nation, President Trump needs his team in place. Tulsi Gabbard is a Lieutenant Colonel in the Army Reserve and has served our country on multiple military deployments. Additionally as a former member U.S. Representative, she understands how to work with Congress. As the leader of ou… Continue Reading