John Hoeven

Senator Hoeven to Hold Meeting on Bismarck Airport Terminal Development Project
2026-02-18 14:00 - 15:00 (America/North_Dakota/Center)
BISMARCK, N.D. – On Wednesday, February 18, Senator John Hoeven will hold a meeting with Bismarck Airport officials and local leaders to discuss the Bismarck Airport’s more than $132 million Terminal Development Project. As a member of the Senate Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Committee, Hoeven is working to fulfill the project’s $50 million federal funding share, enabling the airport to renovate its 20-year-old terminal and expand passenger capacity to meet increasing air service demand.
When: Wednesday, February 18
2:00 p.m. CT
Where: Bismarck Municipal Airport
Conference Room A/B
2301 University Dr.
Bismarck
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Senator Hoeven to Discuss Efforts With YWCA to Renew Homelessness Continuum of Care Grants
2026-02-20 09:30 - 10:30 (America/North_Dakota/Center)
FARGO, N.D. – On Friday, February 20, Senator John Hoeven will hold a roundtable with Erin Prochnow, CEO of YWCA Cass Clay, and members of the YWCA Board of Directors to discuss efforts to renew federal funding for homeless services in North Dakota, including through facilities like Lantern Light in Fargo. Through his role on the Transportation-HUD Appropriations Committee, Hoeven has been working with Prochnow, other service providers across the state and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner to advance the renewal of HUD’s Continuum of Care (CoC) grant funds, which support access to housing and comprehensive services for individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
When: Friday, February 20
9:30 a.m. CT
Where: YWCA Emergency Shelter
Butler Room
3000 S University Dr
Fargo

Senator Hoeven to Hold Press Conference with EERC, Rep. Fedorchak on Crack the Code 2.0
2026-02-20 14:00 - 15:00 (America/North_Dakota/Center)
GRAND FORKS, N.D. – On Friday, February 20, Senator John Hoeven will hold a press conference with Representative Julie Fedorchak and Energy and Environmental Research Center (EERC) CEO Charles Gorecki outlining efforts to advance Crack the Code 2.0. Hoeven is spearheading the $157 million initiative to partner the state’s coal and oil industries, with the goal of doubling both oil recovery in the Bakken and the life of North Dakota’s coal-fired power plants.
When: Friday, February 20
2:00 p.m. CT
Where: EERC
Humbolt Room
15 N 23rd St
Grand Forks
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142nd Engineer Battalion Welcome Home Ceremony
2026-02-21 09:00 - 10:00 (America/North_Dakota/Center)
VALLEY CITY, N.D. – On Saturday, February 21, Senator John Hoeven will help welcome home 50 members of the North Dakota National Guard’s (NDNG) 142nd Engineer Battalion following their yearlong deployment to the nation’s southern border in support of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
When: Saturday, February 219:00 a.m. CT
Where: Valley City State UniversityCenter for Arts306 Viking DriveValley City
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FAA Secure Data Feed Press Conference
2026-02-27 10:30 - 11:30 (America/North_Dakota/Center)
GRAND FORKS, N.D. – On Friday, February 27, Senator John Hoeven will hold a press conference with Trevor Woods, Executive Director of the Northern Plains UAS Test Site, officials from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and leaders from North Dakota’s unmanned aviation industry to announce the activation of the secure FAA radar data feed at the state’s test site. Hoeven first announced the agreement to bring the radar feed to the test site at the 2024 UAS Summit, following his work to pass legislation to require such an initiative from the FAA and make the case for North Dakota as the best location for these efforts. Hoeven will outline how this capability will maintain the state’s position as the most advanced UAS ecosystem in the nation, empowering new avenues for UAS and counter-UAS research, development and testing.
When: Friday, February 2710:30 a.m. CT
Where: Robin HallAtrium4275 University AveGrand Forks
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Senator Hoeven to Mark Grand Opening of Columbia Grain Pulse Processing Plant
2026-04-01 12:00 - 13:00 (America/North_Dakota/Center)
VALLEY CITY, N.D. – On Wednesday, April 1, Senator John Hoeven will mark the grand opening of the Columbia Grain Pulse Processing Plant in Valley City. The facility has the capacity to process 40,000 tons of pulse crops per year, including dry edible beans, peas and lentils, providing a local market for North Dakota’s producers and supporting the state as a top producer of these commodities.
When: Wednesday, April 1
Noon CT – Program Start
12:20 p.m. CT – Senator Hoeven Remarks
Where: Columbia Grain Pulse Processing Plant
11249 33rd Street SE
Valley City
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Senator Hoeven, USDA Under Secretary Hutchins to Announce AgTech Initiative at Grand Farm
2026-04-07 13:30 - 15:00 (America/North_Dakota/Center)
Senator Worked to Fund New Initiative, Building Upon Grand Farm-NDSU-ARS Cooperative Agreement
WHEATLAND, N.D. – On Tuesday, April 7, Senator John Hoeven will host Dr. Scott Hutchins, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Under Secretary for Research, Education and Economics (REE), in North Dakota to announce a new agricultural technology initiative at Grand Farm. As chairman of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee, Hoeven secured $2 million to create an Agricultural Research Service (ARS) work site at Grand Farm, which builds upon the Cooperative Agreement he worked to establish and fund between Grand Farm, North Dakota State University (NDSU) and ARS. Prior to the announcement, Hoeven and Hutchins will participate in technology demonstrations at Grand Farm’s Innovation Campus. A media availability will be held at the conclusion of the announcement.
When: Tuesday, April 7
1:30 p.m. CT – Technology Demonstrations
2:00 p.m. CT – Announcement
2:30 p.m. CT – Media Availability
Where: Grand Farm Innovation Campus
3717 153rd Ave SE
Wheatland
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Senator Hoeven to Mark Formal Beginning of Point Defense Battle Lab at Grand Forks Air Force Base
2026-04-09 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
EMERADO, N.D. – On Thursday, April 9, Senator John Hoeven will mark the formal beginning of the Point Defense Battle Lab at a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Grand Forks Air Force Base. As a member of the Senate Defense Appropriations Committee, Hoeven worked with Air Force leadership to advance Grand Forks’ selection for the battle lab, which will develop and test advanced technologies to defend installations from small, unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) threats. Interested media are asked to RSVP to Senior Master Sergeant BreeAnn Sachs at breeann.sachs@us.af.mil by COB Wednesday.
When: Thursday, April 9
2:00 p.m. CT
Where: Point Defense Battle Lab
Bldg. 811, 641 Alert Ave
Grand Forks AFB

Senator Hoeven to Address Space Grant Consortium
2026-04-24 12:45 - 13:30 (America/Chicago)
BISMARCK, N.D. – On Friday, April 24, Senator John Hoeven will address the Space Grant Consortium’s affiliates meeting in Bismarck. As a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, Hoeven works to ensure continued support in annual funding legislation for the Space Grant program, which provides scholarships and fellowship opportunities for faculty and students to pursue space and aeronautics research and education.
When:
Friday, April 24
12:45 p.m. CT
Where:
Gateway to Science
1600 Canary Ave
Bismarck

Senator Hoeven to Address FSA County Office Employees
2026-04-24 13:45 - 14:45 (America/Chicago)
BISMARCK, N.D. – On Friday, April 24, Senator John Hoeven will address the state convention of the North Dakota Association of County Office Employees for the Farm Service Agency (FSA). Hoeven will outline his efforts to secure additional assistance to help producers weather challenging market conditions until the farm safety net enhancements he secured in the One Big Beautiful Bill come into full effect later this year. The senator will also discuss the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reorganization plan, under which North Dakota will gain additional Agricultural Research Service (ARS) employees and projects totaling approximately $28.5 million in annual research.
When:
Friday, April 24
1:45 p.m. CT
Where:
North Dakota Association of Rural Electric Cooperatives
3201 Nygren Dr. NW
Mandan

Senator Hoeven to Meet With CVIC & Grand Forks Housing Leaders
2026-05-06 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Chicago)
GRAND FORKS, N.D. – On Wednesday, May 6, Senator John Hoeven will hold a roundtable with leaders from the Community Violence Intervention Center (CVIC) and the Grand Forks Housing Authority on efforts to secure funding needed to ensure certainty for programs and projects in the Grand Forks region. Hoeven has been working as a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee to address funding delays at the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and secure more than $1.8 million in federal funding to support the services CVIC provides to victims of violence. At the same time, the senator is working to help the Grand Forks Housing Authority free up capital to make needed improvements at the LaGrave Place affordable housing project. Following the roundtable, Hoeven will participate in a tour showcasing the CVIC’s services.
When:
Wednesday, May 6
11:00 a.m. CT

Where:
CVIC
211 S 4th St
Grand Forks

Senator Hoeven to Mark Opening of Vorbeck Manufacturing Facility
2026-05-06 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Chicago)
GRAND FORKS, N.D. – On Wednesday, May 6, Senator John Hoeven will mark the grand opening of the Vorbeck manufacturing facility in Grand Forks. The 47,000 sq. ft. building will serve as the company’s hub to produce advanced fire suppressants using graphene-based materials. Hoeven secured federal funding in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Defense Appropriations bill to support the kind of graphene-based, PFAS-free firefighting foam produced by the company. The ceremony will conclude with a tour of the facility.
When:
Wednesday, May 6
2:00 p.m. CT
Where:
Vorbeck
4949 10th Ave S
Grand Forks

Senator Hoeven to Mark Signing of New Agreement for Red River Valley Flood Protection
2026-05-07 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Chicago)
New PPA Implements Senator’s Legislation to Reduce Local Cost Share
FARGO, N.D. – On Thursday, May 7, Senator John Hoeven will mark the signing of the new Project Partnership Agreement (PPA) between the Fargo-Moorhead Diversion Authority and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The new PPA is required to implement Hoeven’s legislation directing the Corps to apply federal savings toward reducing the local cost share for flood protection in the Red River Valley, with $100 million expected to be distributed to the local project sponsors in the coming weeks and additional funding to be distributed as the project closes out. Hoeven will be joined at the ceremony by community leaders and Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works Adam Telle. The event will conclude with a media availability.
When:
Thursday, May 7
2:00 p.m. CT
Where:
Fargo City Hall
Commission Chambers
225 4th St N
Fargo
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Senator Hoeven to Hold Crack the Code 2.0 Press Conference on Phase One Funding Updates
2026-05-08 09:30 - 10:30 (America/Chicago)
BISMARCK, N.D. – On Friday, May 8, Senator John Hoeven will hold a press conference to announce significant federal funding for Crack the Code 2.0, his initiative to partner the state’s coal, oil, and gas industries. Hoeven has been working with the Department of Energy (DOE) to secure federal funding for phase one of the federal, state and industry initiative. Hoeven will be joined by North Dakota Petroleum Council President Ron Ness to outline the next steps for the initiative and its goals of doubling both oil recovery in the Bakken and the life of North Dakota’s coal-fired power plants.

When:
Friday, May 8
9:30 a.m. CT

Where:
North Dakota Petroleum Council
100 W Broadway Ave #200
Bismarck

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Senator Hoeven to Attend Dickinson Airport Terminal Groundbreaking Ceremony
2026-05-08 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Denver)
DICKINSON, N.D. – On Friday, May 8, Senator John Hoeven will join local and state officials in Dickinson to break ground on the new Terminal at Dickinson-Theodore Roosevelt Regional Airport The project reflects ongoing federal investment in airport safety and infrastructure upgrades across North Dakota.
When:
Friday, May 8
11:00 a.m. MT
Where:
Dickinson-Theodore Roosevelt Regional Airport
11120 42nd St SW
Dickinson
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Hoeven to Hold Roundtable with Farm Service Agency Under Secretary, Announce Effort to Partner NDSU Ag Policy Center & National Rural Export Center
2026-05-26 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
FARGO, N.D. – On Tuesday, May 26, Senator John Hoeven will hold a roundtable with Richard Fordyce, the Under Secretary for the Farm Service Agency (FSA) at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The senator invited Fordyce to the state to discuss efforts to secure additional agriculture assistance and implement the enhanced farm safety net provisions passed as part of the Working Families Tax Cuts Act, also known as the One Big Beautiful Bill.
Immediately following, Hoeven will hold a press conference with Fordyce and leaders from North Dakota State University (NDSU) and the North Dakota District Export Council (DEC). Hoeven will outline efforts to create a new partnership between NDSU’s Agricultural Risk Policy Center and the National Rural Export Center, which will combine the expertise of the policy center with that of Heather Ranck and her team to better equip rural businesses for competing in the global marketplace.
Ag Roundtable with FSA Under Secretary
When: Tuesday, May 26
1:00 p.m. CT
Where: North Dakota State University
Barry Hall Auditorium
811 2nd Ave N
Fargo
NDSU Ag Policy Center Press Conference
When: Tuesday, May 26
2:30 p.m. CT
Where: North Dakota State University
Barry Hall Auditorium
811 2nd Ave N
Fargo
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Hoeven to Present Congressional Medal to WWII "Rosie the Riveter"
2026-05-28 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
McCLUSKY, N.D. – On Thursday, May 28, Senator John Hoeven will present the Rosie the Riveter Congressional Medal to Elsie Reiswig, a 103-year-old World War II “Rosie the Riveter” from McClusky, North Dakota, in recognition of her contributions to the nation during World War II.
When: Thursday, May 28
Noon CT
Where: Sheridan Memorial Home
610 Main St S
McClusky

Hoeven to Hold Tour & Roundtable on Redevelopment Efforts in Minot
2026-05-28 14:30 - 16:00 (America/Chicago)
MINOT, N.D. – On Thursday, May 28, Senator John Hoeven will meet with Minot officials to review city redevelopment efforts, including advancing a recreation area at the site of the former landfill and building a bypass south of the city connecting Highways 2/52 and US 83. Hoeven has been working with the Environmental Protection Agency to secure final approval of the recreation project, and previously secured $4 million to support construction of the bypass. The event will begin with a roundtable, immediately followed by a tour of the project sites. The group will take a bus from the Maysa Arena to reach the tour sites.
When: Thursday, May 28
2:30 pm CT
Where: Maysa Arena
420 3rd Ave SW
Minot

Senator Hoeven to Mark Groundbreaking For Twining Elementary & Middle School
2026-06-12 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
EMERADO, N.D. – On Friday, June 12, Senator John Hoeven will help break ground on the construction of the Nathan F. Twining Elementary and Middle School at the Grand Forks Air Force Base. The $69 million project is supported by $55 million in federal funding and will replace the Carl Ben Eielson Elementary and former Nathan Twining Middle schools.
When:
Friday, June 12
10:00 a.m. CT
Where:
Former Carl Ben Eielson Elementary School Site
1238 Louisiana St
Grand Forks Air Force Base

Senator Hoeven to Attend Ribbon Cutting for Altru Devils Lake
2026-06-12 12:30 - 13:30 (America/Chicago)
DEVILS LAKE, N.D. – On Friday, June 12, Senator John Hoeven will join a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the completed transition of Devils Lake Hospital to Altru Health System. This marks the fulfillment of a multi-year effort to advance community-led solutions to secure the best possible health care for the Lake Region. The event follows the approved acquisition of the hospital, the training of leadership and staff and the installation of new signage.
When:
Friday, June 12
12:30 p.m. CT
Where:
Altru Devils Lake
1031 7th St NE
Devils Lake

Senator Hoeven to Join North Dakota Governors to Celebrate Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Grand Opening
2026-07-03 11:30 - 14:00 (America/Denver)
On Friday, Senator Hoeven will join a conversation with North Dakota’s governors, both present and past, including Governor Kelly Armstrong, Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum, Jack Dalrymple and Ed Schafer ahead of the grand opening of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library.
Governors’ Conversation
When:
Friday, July 3
11:30 a.m. MT
Where:
Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library
Auditorium
3410 Chateau Rd
Medora

Senator Hoeven to Address Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Grand Opening Ceremony
2026-07-04 10:15 - 14:00 (America/Denver)
On Saturday, Senator Hoeven will address the grand opening ceremony for the library, where he will discuss efforts to secure the institution’s 93-acre site and provide federal support for the display of artifacts and materials from Theodore Roosevelt’s life.
When:
Saturday, July 4
10:15 a.m. MT
Where:
Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library
3410 Chateau Rd
Medora

Senator Hoeven to Address ND Guard Unit at Send-Off Ceremony
2026-07-19 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
FARGO, N.D. – On Sunday, July 19, Senator John Hoeven will address a send-off ceremony honoring members of the North Dakota National Guard’s (NDNG) Delta Company, 1st Battalion, 112th Aviation Regiment ahead of the unit’s deployment. Approximately 30 Guard members and three aircraft will mobilize to provide Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC) support for Fort Bragg, North Carolina.
When: Sunday, July 19
10:30 a.m. CT

Where: Fargo Readiness Center
3920 31st St N
Fargo

Senator Hoeven to Honor Life of Clint Hill at Memorial Dedication
2026-08-01 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Veterans Memorial Park, 805 Main Avenue, Washburn, North Dakota, 58577
WASHBURN, N.D. – On Saturday, August 1, Senator John Hoeven will join the Washburn community at a memorial dedication honoring the life of North Dakota native and former U.S. Secret Service Agent Clint Hill. Music by the 188th Army Band will begin at 2:30 pm CT, and the dedication ceremony will commence at 3:00 pm CT.

When:
Saturday, August 1
3:00 pm CT – Clint Hill Memorial Dedication Ceremony

Where:
Veterans Memorial Park
805 Main Avenue
Washburn

Senator Hoeven to Hold Roundtable Discussion with FMWF Chamber Members
2026-08-11 09:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Barnyard Bar, 1805 Main Ave W, West Fargo, ND, 58078, United States
WEST FARGO, N.D. – On Tuesday, August 11, Senator John Hoeven will hold a roundtable discussion with member of the Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce. The senator will outline his efforts to advance key priorities for the state, including his work to strengthen U.S. agriculture and energy production, support the construction of critical infrastructure like the Eastern North Dakota Area Water Supply (ENDAWS) Project and expand North Dakota’s role in military missions central to the future of the nation’s defense, among other efforts.

When: Tuesday, August 11
9:30 am CT

Where: Red River Valley Fairgrounds
Barnyard Bar
1805 Main Ave W
West Fargo

Senator Hoeven to Address Basin Electric Annual Meeting
2026-08-12 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Bismarck Event Center, 315 S 5th St, Bismarck, 58504
BISMARCK, N.D. – On Wednesday, August 12, Senator John Hoeven will address the Basin Electric Power Cooperative’s annual meeting, where he will discuss the important role that reliable, coal-fired baseload power plays in making the U.S. energy secure and his efforts to secure the future of this critical industry. To this end, Hoeven will outline his work to advance Crack the Code 2.0 to double both oil recovery in the Bakken and the life of North Dakota’s coal-fired power plants.
When: Wednesday, August 12
1:00 pm CT

Where: Bismarck Event Center
315 S 5th St
Bismarck

Senator Hoeven to Address Peace Officers Conference
2026-08-12 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Regency Event Center, 105 1st Ave SE, Minot
MINOT, N.D. – On Wednesday, August 12 Senator John Hoeven will attend the North Dakota Peace Officers Association conference in Minot. The senator will outline policies he is working to advance to ensure the nation’s law enforcement officers receive the training, equipment and support they need to protect communities and remain safe while undertaking this important work.
When: Wednesday, August 12
3:30 pm CT

Where: Regency Event Center
105 1st Ave SE
Minot

Senator Hoeven to Tour LaGrave Place, Discuss Efforts to Advance Affordable Housing Improvements & CVIC Funding
2026-08-17 15:30 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | LaGrave Place, 832 4th Avenue South, Grand Forks, North Dakota, 58201, United States
GRAND FORKS, N.D. – On Monday, August 17, Senator John Hoeven will hold a media availability with leaders from the Grand Forks Housing Authority and the Community Violence Intervention Center (CVIC). The senator will discuss his efforts to advance renovations for LaGrave Place and secure federal funding for CVIC’s operations. Hoeven has authored and passed two pieces of legislation, one of which was included in the government funding legislation recently passed by the Senate, to forgive the Grand Forks Housing Authority’s $2 million loan for LaGrave, which will free up needed capital to improve the facility. Immediately following, Hoeven will tour LaGrave Place with local housing officials.
When: Monday, August 17
2:30 pm CT
Where: LaGrave Place
832 4th Avenue South
Grand Forks

Senator Hoeven to Hold Press Conference With Fargo Region Leaders, Ag Producers
2026-08-18 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
Senator Secured Legislation, Funding to Protect Farmers Impacted by Fargo-Moorhead Flood Diversion
HORACE, N.D. – On Tuesday, August 18, Senator John Hoeven will hold a press conference with Fargo Mayor Josh Boschee, as well as leaders and agriculture producers from the Fargo-Moorhead region, to discuss legislation and funding he secured to help protect farmers impacted by the Fargo-Moorhead Flood Diversion. Hoeven’s efforts will ensure upstream producers’ crop insurance coverage will not be affected by years when their acres are impacted by high water levels resulting from the diversion’s operations. At the same time, the senator worked to fund a Fargo Moorhead Diversion Authority program that reimburses producers for damages to their crops.
When: Tuesday, August 18
10:00 am CT
Where: Larry Richard Farm
4813 173rd Ave SE
Horace
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Senator Hoeven to Hold Press Conference With NDSU, UND Leaders on Protect College Sports Act
2026-08-25 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Brewhalla, 1702 1st Ave N, Fargo, ND, 58102, United States
FARGO, N.D. – On Tuesday, August 25, Senator John Hoeven will hold a press conference with North Dakota State University (NDSU) President Marshall Stewart, University of North Dakota (UND) President Andrew Armacost, NDSU Athletics Director Matt Larsen and UND Athletics Director Bill Chaves to discuss the Protect College Sports Act. The legislation will support greater fairness and stability in college sports, establish protections and standards for student athletes and secure access to games for local broadcasters.

When: Tuesday, August 25
10:00 am CT

Where: Brewhalla
2nd Floor Mezzanine
1702 1st Ave N
Fargo
