News Releases
Hoeven Statement in Commemoration of Peace Officers Memorial Day
BISMARCK, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today released the following statement on Peace Officers Memorial Day and during National Police Week to commemorate the sacrifices made by fallen heroes and honor the men and women of the law enforcement community. Hoeven this week cosponsored a bipartisan resolution which passed the Senate to honor law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty in 2019 and designate May 10-16 as National Police Week. "Law enforcement officers are dedicated to their co… Continue Reading
05.15.20
Hoeven Announces Funding for Clean Water Project
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded $7,780,000 to the North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality. This grant is provided under the Clean Water State Revolving Fund, which Hoeven continues to prioritize in the annual appropriations process and will be used to support infrastructure projects in the state regarding wastewater treatment and pollution control. "As we… Continue Reading
05.14.20
Hoeven: FMCSA Final Hours of Service Rule A Good Step, More Flexibility Needed for Agriculture Haulers
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Committee, today issued the following statement after the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) released the final Hours of Service (HOS) rule for all types of commercial drivers. Hoeven has been working with FMCSA to provide regulatory relief under the rule, including for agriculture haulers, and led a bipartisan group in urging the agency to ensure the rule works … Continue Reading
05.14.20
Hoeven Statement on FISA Reforms
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven released the following statement after the U.S. Senate approved legislation to reform and reauthorize the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). "This bipartisan legislation makes important changes that will increase transparency in the FISA process, ensure greater accountability and help prevent government overreach," said Hoeven. "At the same time, given the security challenges facing our nation, it provides important national security tools to prevent … Continue Reading
05.14.20
Hoeven, Smith: Rural Electric Cooperatives Eligible for Paycheck Protection Program Under New Treasury Guidance
WASHINGTON - Senators John Hoeven (R-ND) and Tina Smith (D-MN) released the following statement regarding the U.S. Treasury Department's guidance clarifying that rural electric cooperatives with less than 500 employees are eligible for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Earlier this month, Hoeven and Smith led a bipartisan group of Senators in urging the U.S. Department of the Treasury and U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to support rural electric cooperatives and ensure their access… Continue Reading
05.13.20
Hoeven: Administration to Make Purchase of Crude Oil for Strategic Petroleum Reserve
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee and the Energy Appropriations Committee, today issued the following statement after the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced a proposal to purchase up to one million barrels of U.S. oil for the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR). To fully utilize the SPR, the DOE will need additional funding from Congress, underscoring the importance of passing the bipartisan, bicameral legislation that Hoeven is … Continue Reading
05.13.20
Hoeven Joins Governor Burgum at White House to Discuss Efforts to Combat COVID-19, Safely Re-Open Economy
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement after joining Governor Doug Burgum at the White House for a discussion with President Trump on further efforts at both the federal and state levels to combat the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic and safely re-open the economy. Hoeven further emphasized the importance of supporting agriculture and energy producers, stressing that they continue to provide essential goods and services to the nation during this public … Continue Reading
05.13.20
Hoeven Statement on Saudi Arabia Announcing BPD Cut to Oil Production
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee and the Energy Appropriations Committee, today issued the following statement after Saudi Arabian officials announced that the nation would cut oil production by one million barrels per day (bpd) in June. This comes in addition to the agreement with OPEC+ announced last month to cut oil production by nearly 10 million bpd. Hoeven worked to secure the initial agreement, pressing for the production cu… Continue Reading
05.13.20
Hoeven Highlights on Senate Floor Critical Efforts of Agriculture Producers During COVID-19 Pandemic
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, chairman of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee and a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, joined a colloquy on the Senate floor today thanking essential workers across the country for their efforts during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. Hoeven outlined the dedication of farmers and ranchers and their work to provide the food, fuel and fiber for our nation. "Americans truly benefit every single day from the highest quality, … Continue Reading
05.12.20
Hoeven Continues Working to Support Cattle Ranchers
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, chairman of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee and a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, today continued working to ensure fair treatment for the nation's cattle ranchers. Hoeven joined Senator Deb Fischer in pressing Attorney General William Barr and the Department of Justice to investigate suspected price manipulation and anticompetitive behavior in the cattle industry. The letter also supports a request from North Dakota Attorney General … Continue Reading
05.12.20
Hoeven Announces More Than $3.7 Million in Head Start Funding for Minot Public Schools
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded $3,785,050 to the Minot Public School District. Today's funding, from the Administration for Children and Families' (ACF) Office of Head Start, supports Head Start services to promote school readiness for children under five years old. "Head Start provides important school readiness services to our communities," said Hoeven. "Today… Continue Reading
05.12.20
Hoeven Congratulates North Dakota Principal on Receiving Inaugural Presidential Cybersecurity Education Award
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today congratulated Principal Kara Four Bear of New Town Middle School for being named as one of two national recipients of the inaugural Presidential Cybersecurity Education Award. Principal Four Bear played a major role adopting North Dakota cybersecurity education initiates at New Town Middle School where she continues to expand opportunities for teachers and students to explore cybersecurity, digital literacy and safety skills in the classroom and beyond. The… Continue Reading
05.11.20
Trump Administration Preempts Washington State's Crude-By-Rail Law
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators John Hoeven and Kevin Cramer and Representative Kelly Armstrong issued the following statement today on the U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) preempting Washington State's crude-by-rail law: "We thank the Administration for doing the right thing by putting sound, scientific evidence above partisan politics. We also appreciate the tireless advocacy of Governor Doug Burgum and Attorney General Wayne Steneh… Continue Reading
05.08.20
Hoeven Statement in Observance of 75th Anniversary of Victory in Europe Day
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement in observance of the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day, which marked the end of World War II. "Today, and always, we remember the incredible sacrifices our servicemembers and country endured during World War II to preserve our freedom and liberties," said Hoeven. "We can never repay the debt we owe our selfless and heroic WWII veterans but today on the 75th anniversary of V-E Day, we pay tribute to our Greatest Gener… Continue Reading
05.07.20
Hoeven Announces Funding for Coronavirus Testing
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), has awarded $1,000,216 to support four Community Health Centers in North Dakota. Today's funding will be used to support wide-spread testing efforts by increasing capabilities to help track the spread and impact of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Details are as follows: … Continue Reading
05.07.20
Hoeven: DOT Continues to Release CARES Act Funds for North Dakota Airports
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 released funding to three airports in North Dakota. These grants were made available under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act and were previously announced by Hoeven on April 14. Minot International Airport - $2,753,046 Mott Municipal Airport - $20,000 Pembina Municipal… Continue Reading
05.07.20
Hoeven Statement on Great River Energy Announcement
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, today released the following statement after Great River Energy announced upcoming changes to its power supply portfolio, including its intent to retire the Coal Creek Station in 2022 and repower the Spiritwood Station. GRE noted that it is willing to consider opportunities to sell the plant. "We are disappointed that Great River Energy has decided not to continue its operation of the Coal Creek Sta… Continue Reading
05.07.20
Hoeven Announces Funding for Safe Drinking Water Program in North Dakota
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded $11,011,000 to the North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality for North Dakota's Safe Drinking Water Program. This grant is provided under the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund, which Hoeven funded in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2020 appropriations bill and plans to prioritize again in FY21. Today's award will support the planning, de… Continue Reading
05.07.20
Hoeven Announces $20 Million in Funding for NDSU
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced that the National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded $20,000,000 to North Dakota State University (NDSU). These funds are made available through NSF's Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR), which Hoeven has worked to fund through annual appropriations bills. The grant will aid research and educational activities related to the development of cancer therapies, while also s… Continue Reading
05.07.20
Hoeven Announces Department of Justice COVID-19 Funding
BISMARCK, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced that the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has awarded funding from the Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding (CESF) Program to the State of North Dakota. The grants, detailed below, will be used to provide supplies, personal protective equipment and training to help prevent, prepare for and respond to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. North Dakota Attorney General's Offi… Continue Reading
