News Releases
Hoeven Announces Nearly $2.5 Million in Funding for UND's Energy & Environmental Research Center
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Energy and Appropriations Committees, today announced that the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has awarded a nearly $2.5 million grant to the Energy and Environmental Research Center (EERC) at the University of North Dakota (UND). The funds will be used for a project to reduce energy use during the production of ammonia. "EERC's project will help cut energy use and costs associated with creating ammonia, and could hold many benefits for c… Continue Reading
02.05.18
Hoeven: FEMA Workshop Will Help Ensure Comprehensive Flood Protection for Entire Minot Region
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today marked the start of a two-day workshop in Minot with the Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA), as well as financial and philanthropic experts, to find creative funding solutions and help advance comprehensive flood protection for the Souris River Valley. This effort comes as the result of Hoeven's meeting with FEMA Administrator Brock Long in Minot last year, during which the senator secured a commitment from Long to work with his office and l… Continue Reading
02.05.18
Hoeven Urges EPA to Permanently Address Livestock Emissions Regulations
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven recently urged Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Scott Pruitt to find a permanent solution to the agency's livestock emissions regulations after the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals granted EPA's request to delay the implementation of the rules. "Requiring farmers and ranchers to accurately measure emissions from animal waste in an open pasture setting is unreasonable and unworkable," Hoeven said. "Producers will face tremendous uncertainty as the… Continue Reading
02.02.18
Hoeven Statement on Release of House Intelligence Memo
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement after the President approved the release of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence memo: "Our Constitution provides for a system of checks and balances between the legislative, executive and judicial branches of government. These checks are important so that the American people know what their government is doing on their behalf and to keep all branches of government accountable to the people. The memo provides … Continue Reading
02.02.18
Hoeven Statement on Nuclear Posture Review
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement after the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) released its Nuclear Posture Review, which establishes U.S. nuclear policy and strategy, and outlines the nation's capabilities and force for the coming years.x "I commend the Administration for its very sober and prudent approach to nuclear deterrence. Unlike during the Cold War, the United States now must deter several nuclear adversaries that each possess unique capabilities and p… Continue Reading
01.30.18
Hoeven Statement on 2018 State of the Union Address
WASHINGTON -- Senator John Hoeven today released the following statement after President Donald J. Trump's first State of the Union address: "In tonight's address, the President focused on the fundamentals and highlighted the progress we've made over the last year to grow the economy and create good jobs. Reducing the regulatory burden and passing across-the-board tax relief for Americans has helped to empower our economy and unleash innovation across the nation. "The President also made clea… Continue Reading
01.30.18
Hoeven Welcomes Miss America 2018 Cara Mund to the Capitol for President's State of the Union
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today welcomed Miss America 2018 Cara Mund as his guest for the State of the Union Address. Mund, who grew up in Bismarck, previously served as an intern for Senator Hoeven. "We're pleased to have Cara back in the Capitol for tonight's State of the Union," said Hoeven. "She is truly committed to making a difference for other people and a tremendous representative of our state and nation. It's an honor to have her as my guest this year." "It is an honor to repr… Continue Reading
01.29.18
Hoeven Votes to Advance Legislation to Protect Unborn Children
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement about the Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act, legislation that would ban abortion after 20 weeks. The bill includes exceptions to save the life of the mother and for pregnancies that are the result of rape or incest. Further, under this legislation, any criminal charges would apply only to those performing illegal abortions. Mothers would be protected from legal action. Hoeven is a cosponsor of the legislation and voted … Continue Reading
01.29.18
Hoeven Announces More Than $283,000 in Grants to Rehabilitate Rural Housing in North Dakota
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, chairman of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee, today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development has awarded more than $283,000 in grants to help rehabilitate homes in Pierce, Ramsey and Ward Counties in North Dakota. The funds are awarded through the Rural Development Housing Preservation Grant program, which provides support for state, local, tribal and nonprofit entities to rehabilitate homes for low income individuals in… Continue Reading
01.27.18
Hoeven Outlines Legislative Accomplishments & Ongoing Initiatives for Veterans at American Legion Conference
MANDAN, N.D. - At the North Dakota American Legion Winter Conference today, Senator John Hoeven outlined legislation he helped pass over the last year to improve services for veterans, as well as his continued work to increase veteran access to health care in their communities and strengthen the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). "Strengthening the benefits that our veterans have earned continues to be a top priority in this Congress," Hoeven said. "So far, we have successfully passed legisla… Continue Reading
01.26.18
Hoeven Joins Bipartisan Group in Supporting Greater Drug Price Transparency & Reduced Prescription Costs for Medicare Recipients
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven this week joined a bipartisan group of senators in supporting a proposal by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to help reduce prescription drug costs for Medicare recipients and increase the transparency and accuracy of drug prices under Medicare Part D. The full text of the letter to CMS Administrator Seema Verma, which was led by Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and Jon Tester (D-Mont.), can be found here. "Our community pharmacies pro… Continue Reading
01.25.18
Hoeven: Administration's 2018 National Defense Strategy Highlights Importance of North Dakota Missions
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement about the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) 2018 National Defense Strategy, which was released by U.S. Defense Secretary General James Mattis. The document outlines the Defense Department's strategic vision and highlights the importance of modernizing our military forces and maintaining a technological advantage over a wide range of adversaries. "North Dakota will play a vital role in meeting the challenges identified in DoD… Continue Reading
01.25.18
Hoeven: Senate Confirms R.D. James as Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement after the Senate voted to confirm R.D. James as Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works. Hoeven met with James in November and urged him to help advance flood protection in North Dakota. The senator stressed to James the importance of the flood study in the Minot region and comprehensive flood protection for the Red River Valley in ensuring the long-term security and well-being of families and businesses in the regions… Continue Reading
01.25.18
Hoeven Announces More Than $12.1 Million in Loans for North Dakota Organizations
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, chairman of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee and a member of the Agriculture Committee, today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development (RD) has awarded four loans totaling more than $12.1 million to United Tribes Technical College (UTTC), ABLE Inc. in Dickinson, Kindred Community and Rural Fire Protection District and Walhalla Community Hospital Association. Details of the funds are as follows: United Tribes Te… Continue Reading
01.25.18
Hoeven: Investments Like Hess-Targa Gas Plant Supported by Tax & Regulatory Relief, Will Create Good Jobs
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement after Hess Midstream Partners and Targa Resources announced plans to construct a $150 million gas processing plant in McKenzie County. "The Hess-Targa gas plant is an important investment in the Bakken, which will add value to our oil and gas industry, support the viability of operations throughout the region and help reduce flaring. Private investments in infrastructure are essential to growing our economy, but in order for … Continue Reading
01.24.18
Hoeven: Senate Confirms Jerome Powell as Chairman of the Federal Reserve Board
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement after the Senate voted to confirm Jerome Powell as Chairman of the Board of Governors for the Federal Reserve. Powell was first appointed to the board in 2012, and his current term as chair will last for four years. Powell has nearly three decades of experience in the financial sector and served in the administration of President George H.W. Bush as an assistant secretary and undersecretary of the Treasury. "In his new role, … Continue Reading
01.24.18
Hoeven Statement on Senate Confirmation of Alex Azar as Secretary of Health and Human Services
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement after the Senate voted to confirm Alex Azar to be Secretary of Health and Human Services. Azar previously served as Deputy Secretary of Health and Human Services under President George W. Bush. "We look forward to working with Secretary Azar to advance innovative health care solutions that can lower health care costs and increase the quality of care for all Americans. During the confirmation process, the Secretary also outlin… Continue Reading
01.24.18
Hoeven Invites Miss America 2018 Cara Mund to State of the Union
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today announced that Miss America Cara Mund will be his guest at the President's State of the Union Address on Tuesday, January 30. "Cara made history becoming the first Miss North Dakota to be crowned Miss America," said Hoeven. "She is a wonderful example of the bright young people we have in our state. Cara, who served as an intern in my office, has a long history of community and public service and has raised over $78,500 for the Make a Wish Foundation. She… Continue Reading
01.24.18
Hoeven, Booker Introduce Legislation to Extend WIFIA, Provide Low-Cost Loans for Water Infrastructure Projects
WASHINGTON - Senators John Hoeven (R-N.D.) and Cory Booker (D-N.J.) have introduced legislation to reauthorize the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA). The bill would help stimulate investment in water infrastructure, such as flood control, storm water management and wastewater treatment, by supplementing federal funding with long-term, low-cost loans and loan guarantees. "Our legislation helps ensure state and local governments have access to flexible funding sources when … Continue Reading
01.23.18
Hoeven: HHS Awards $2.7 Million to Support Head Start Programs in North Dakota
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded more than $2.7 million in funding to support Head Start and Early Head Start programs in North Dakota. The grants, which provide education and early child development resources to families to help better prepare their children for school, are as follows: $1,034,757 for the Community Action Partnership in Dickinson $1,690,7… Continue Reading
