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Klobuchar, Hoeven Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Improve North Country Scenic Trail Route and Boost State Tourism
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and John Hoeven (R-ND) have introduced bipartisan legislation to improve the North Country Scenic Trail route and boost state tourism. The trail - which currently extends from New York to North Dakota - was never built along certain sections in Minnesota because the current route included wetlands that are difficult to build through, which raised conservation concerns. The North Country National Scenic Trail Route Adjustment Act would reroute t… Continue Reading
02.15.17
Hoeven: Corps to Send Cleanup Crew to DAPL Site this Week
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today said that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will have a crew on site by the end of the week to assist in cleaning up the area of the Dakota Access Pipeline protests. In addition to pressing for federal law enforcement to support state and local law enforcement, Hoeven has been working to secure federal support to help clear the area ahead of spring flooding. "The spring thaw is already underway, so the Corps need to get this area cleaned up now," said Hoeve… Continue Reading
02.15.17
Hoeven Votes to Protect Second Amendment Rights of Social Security Recipients with Disabilities
WASHINGTON -- Senator John Hoeven today joined his colleagues in voting to repeal the Social Security Administration's (SSA) final rule that would have effectively barred firearm purchases for certain individuals who receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments, including those who rely on a representative payee. The resolution of disapproval passed the Senate, repealing the SSA rule under the Congressional Review Act. "This rule infringed … Continue Reading
02.14.17
Hoeven Statement on Senate Confirmation of Linda McMahon to Head Small Business Administration
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement in response to the Senate's confirmation of Linda McMahon to be administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration. "Small business is the backbone of our economy. These businesses drive economic growth and job creation across the nation. As an entrepreneur and successful business owner, Linda McMahon will be a good advocate for small business owners in North Dakota and across the country. She also understands the need t… Continue Reading
02.14.17
Hoeven: Senate Confirms Dr. David Shulkin to Lead U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement after the Senate voted to confirm Dr. David Shulkin to be secretary of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Earlier this month, Hoeven met with Shulkin, who currently serves as the VA's undersecretary of health, to discuss the senator's work to improve veterans' services. Dr. Shulkin accepted Hoeven's invitation to visit North Dakota and see firsthand the Veterans Care Coordination initiative at the Fargo VA, a pilot proje… Continue Reading
02.14.17
Hoeven Statement on Confirmation of Steven Mnuchin as Secretary of the Treasury
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement after the U.S. Senate confirmed Steven Mnuchin as Secretary of the U.S. Treasury: "With decades of experience in the financial sector, Steven Mnuchin has the necessary experience and skills to helm the Treasury Department and effectively manage the nation's fiscal affairs," Hoeven said. "Further, during his testimony before the Senate Finance Committee, Secretary Mnuchin pledged to 'make America the best place for companies t… Continue Reading
02.10.17
Hoeven Statement on Senate Confirmation of Rep. Tom Price to Lead Department of Health and Human Services
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement in response to Senate confirmation of Georgia Representative Doctor Tom Price as Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services: "Representative Tom Price is not only a legislator, but also a doctor. He understands the need to make affordable, high quality health care accessible to all Americans. He also brings a wealth of knowledge to bear on how that is best accomplished. Doctor Price's 20 years of experience as … Continue Reading
02.09.17
Hoeven Statement on Senate Confirmation of Senator Jeff Sessions as Attorney General of the United States
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement in response to Senate confirmation of Alabama Senator Jeff Sessions to be Attorney General of the United States: "As a former attorney general of Alabama, U.S. Attorney and current U.S. Senator, Jeff Sessions is well qualified to serve as the nation's top law enforcement officer. During his confirmation hearing last month, he affirmed his reverence for the Constitution and his commitment to the rule of law. He expressed his b… Continue Reading
02.08.17
Hoeven Statement on the Corps Issuing the Final Easement for Dakota Access Pipeline
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement after Colonel John Henderson, Commander of the Omaha District of the Army Corps of Engineers, notified him that the final easement for the Dakota Access Pipeline has been issued: "Today, the Army Corps of Engineers granted the final easement required to complete the Dakota Access Pipeline project, which will be equipped with the latest safeguards and technology to protect the Standing Rock Sioux and all people downstream. Als… Continue Reading
02.07.17
Hoeven Statement on Corps' Notification of Congress that it Intends to Grant Easement for Dakota Access Pipeline
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement after Secretary of the Army Robert Speer informed him that the Army Corps of Engineers has notified Congress of its intent to issue an easement for the Dakota Access Pipeline. "Today, the Army Corps of Engineers announced that it has finished its review of the Dakota Access Pipeline project and intends to grant an easement no earlier than tomorrow afternoon. The easement will enable the company to complete the project. New en… Continue Reading
02.07.17
Hoeven Statement on Confirmation of Betsy DeVos as Secretary of Education
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement after the U.S. Senate confirmed Betsy DeVos as Secretary of Education: "North Dakota has excellent public schools and teachers who work hard every day to provide our students with a quality education, which is why I have always strongly supported and will continue to support our public education system. When I met with Betsy DeVos, I made a point of asking her if she supports public education as well as state and local contro… Continue Reading
02.03.17
Hoeven Statement on Today's Vote on the Nominee for Secretary of Education
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement after the U.S. Senate vote on the nominee for Secretary of Education. "North Dakota has excellent public schools and teachers who work hard every day to provide our students with a quality education, which is why I have always strongly supported and will continue to support our public education system. When I met with Betsy DeVos, she told me she would not take away funding from public schools in North Dakota. I made a point … Continue Reading
02.03.17
Hoeven Welcomes Interns to His Washington, D.C. and Fargo Offices
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today announced that five students are interning in his Washington, D.C. and Fargo offices. Alaura Williams of Fargo, Benjamin Jacob of Waconia, Minn., Christian Anheluk of Medora and Todd Moellenkamp of Lisbon have joined the senator's Washington, D.C. office and Ander Sawchuk of Fargo has joined the senator's Fargo office. Senator Hoeven's internship program provides college students and recent graduates with the opportunity to work with the senator and his sta… Continue Reading
02.02.17
Hoeven: Senate Passes Resolution to Repeal Stream Buffer Rule
WASHINGTON -- Senator John Hoeven today joined a bipartisan group of his colleagues in voting to repeal the Stream Buffer Rule through a resolution he cosponsored under the Congressional Review Act (CRA). "Our vote today rescinds the Stream Buffer Rule, a one-size-fits-all approach that doesn't work," Hoeven said. "North Dakota has a proven track record in regulating surface mining and reclaiming old mine sites. In fact, the Office of Surface Mining, the agency which wrote this rule, concluded … Continue Reading
02.01.17
Hoeven Statement on Confirmation of Rex Tillerson for Secretary of State
WASHINGTON -- Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement in response to the Senate's confirmation of Rex Tillerson to serve as Secretary of State. "Americans want stability and consistency in our foreign policy and they want to feel safe at home and abroad. That means we need to work with our allies and stand up to our adversaries. That also means not only having a strong individual at the helm of the State Department, but also a strong military to deter our foes. "Rex Tillerson … Continue Reading
02.01.17
Hoeven Statement on President's Supreme Court Nominee
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven released the following statement today after the President nominated Neil Gorsuch to serve as an Associate Justice on the Supreme Court of the United States. "Judge Gorsuch has a strong record of upholding the law and his rulings show a strict interpretation of the Constitution, like Justice Antonin Scalia. As a judge on the Tenth Circuit for the past decade, he has the experience necessary to serve on our nation's highest court. In addition, I appreciate his st… Continue Reading
01.31.17
Hoeven: Secretary of the Army Speer Directs Corps to Proceed with Easement for the Dakota Access Pipeline
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven issued the following statement after speaking today with Vice President Pence and Acting Secretary of the Army Robert Speer: "Today, the Acting Secretary of the Army Robert Speer informed us that he has directed the Army Corps of Engineers to proceed with the easement needed to complete the Dakota Access Pipeline. This will enable the company to complete the project, which can and will be built with the necessary safety features to protect the Standing Rock Siou… Continue Reading
01.31.17
Hoeven Statement on Senate Confirmation of Elaine Chao as U.S. Secretary of Transportation
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement in response to Senate confirmation of Elaine Chao as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Transportation: "Our state is large and our transportation infrastructure is critical to our economic success and public safety. In past years, we have worked closely with the U.S. Secretary of Transportation to advance North Dakota priorities. These include securing strong funding for North Dakota in the highway bill, building new airpor… Continue Reading
01.31.17
Hoeven: President's Order Helps Reduce Regulatory Burden, Dovetails with Congressional Efforts
WASHINGTON -- Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement in response to the president's executive order to reduce the regulatory burden: "In order to spur investment and economic growth, our businesses need a cost-effective and predictable regulatory environment. The president's recent order helps roll back the regulatory burden by requiring that two regulations be rescinded for every new regulation that comes online. That is important for our farmers, ranchers and small businesse… Continue Reading
01.31.17
Hoeven Joins Bipartisan Group to Introduce CRA Resolution to Repeal Stream Buffer Rule
WASHINGTON -- Senator John Hoeven today joined 29 of his Senate colleagues in introducing a bipartisan resolution under the Congressional Review Act (CRA) to repeal the Stream Buffer Rule. "The Stream Buffer Rule is a one-size-fits-all regulation that doesn't account for any differences in mining techniques, land reclamation and geography," Hoeven said. "It threatened to pile costs on our energy producers, eliminating jobs and driving up prices for consumers without providing additional environ… Continue Reading