News Releases
Hoeven: Army Corps Issues More than $10 Million Contract to Complete Southern Embankment
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today announced that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has awarded a more than $10 million contract to construct Reach SE-5, the last of 7 reaches required to complete the 21-mile long Southern Embankment. This reach, which is located in Minnesota, will include reconstructing portions of 180th Avenue, its intersection with Highway 75 and the Wolverton Creek crossing. The funding is made available under the $437 million Army Corps’ award that Hoeven secured in … Continue Reading
01.30.25
Hoeven, Colleagues Reintroduce Bill to Protect AM Radio in New Vehicles
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven joined Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) in reintroducing the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act that would direct the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to require automakers to maintain AM broadcast radio in their new vehicles at no additional charge. “AM radio is essential for North Dakotans, especially during weather-related disruptions in power. It provides dependable emergency updates, helping to keep America… Continue Reading
01.30.25
Hoeven: Doug Burgum Receives Broad Bipartisan Support in U.S. Senate, Confirmed as Interior Secretary
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement after the U.S. Senate voted to confirm Doug Burgum as Secretary of the Interior with a bipartisan vote of 79 to 18. As a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, Hoeven has been working to shepherd Burgum’s nomination through the Senate and swiftly secure his confirmation. The senator repeatedly made the case to his colleagues, stressing Burgum’s experience with issues surrounding public lands and his broad… Continue Reading
01.29.25
Hoeven Statement on Lee Zeldin’s Confirmation to Lead the EPA
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven issued the following statement after the U.S. Senate confirmed Lee Zeldin as the administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. “Lee Zeldin has the right experience and record to lead the EPA and make sure that the agency’s regulations work in the real world. He’s committed to roll-back unnecessary regulations like the Waters of the U.S. and others that have tied the hands of our energy producers, farmers, ranchers and private property owners. We all… Continue Reading
01.29.25
Hoeven to Serve as Chairman of Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today announced that he will again serve as chairman of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee. Hoeven has served as the lead Republican on the committee since 2017, having previously fulfilled the role of chairman in the 115th and 116th Congresses. “The hard work of our farmers and ranchers provides a solid foundation for North Dakota’s economy, while ensuring Americans continue to benefit from the lowest-cost, highest-quality food supply in the world,… Continue Reading
01.28.25
Hoeven Statement on Confirmation of Sean Duffy as Secretary of Transportation
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven issued the following statement after the U.S. Senate confirmed Sean Duffy to serve as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Transportation. “We look forward to working with Secretary Duffy and the Trump administration to ensure that Americans can safely travel on our roads and bridges, railways and in the air. He’s also committed to help reform the permitting process so we can more efficiently build the infrastructure we need to securely move people and goods in t… Continue Reading
01.27.25
Hoeven Statement on Confirmation of Scott Bessent as Secretary of the Treasury
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven issued the following statement after the U.S. Senate confirmed Scott Bessent to serve as Secretary of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. “Scott Bessent has the skills and experience necessary to lead the Treasury Department. We look forward to working with Secretary Bessent and President Trump to extend the tax cuts for American families and businesses, tackle inflation, grow our economy and get our nation’s fiscal house in order.” -###-… Continue Reading
01.25.25
Hoeven: Kristi Noem Confirmed as Secretary of Homeland Security
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven issued the following statement after the U.S. Senate confirmed former South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem to serve as the United States Secretary of Homeland Security. “Congratulations to Secretary Noem on her confirmation,” said Hoeven. “We need to stop the illegal immigration crisis caused by the Biden administration’s refusal to enforce our laws. As the head of the Department of Homeland Security, Secretary Noem is committed to working with us to secure the bo… Continue Reading
01.24.25
Hoeven Statement on Confirmation of Pete Hegseth as Secretary Of Defense
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven issued the following statement after the U.S. Senate confirmed Pete Hegseth to serve as Secretary of the Department of Defense. “Pete Hegseth served in combat during his time in the military and has been a strong advocate for our veterans,” said Hoeven. “We look forward to working with him to modernize our military and ensure peace through strength. North Dakota plays an integral role in our national defense, with our leadership in unmanned aerial systems in Gra… Continue Reading
01.24.25
Hoeven, Colleagues Reintroduce FARM Act to Add Ag Secretary to CFIUS
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven joined Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) and Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) in reintroducing the bipartisan, bicameral Foreign Adversary Risk Management (FARM) Act, to permanently add the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture to the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS), the governmental body that oversees the vetting process of foreign investment and acquisition of American companies. Currently, CFIUS does not directly consider the needs of the agric… Continue Reading
01.24.25
Hoeven Secures Commitment from Ag Secretary Nominee Brooke Rollins to Advance Key Priorities for North Dakota Producers
WASHINGTON - At a hearing of the Senate Agriculture Committee this week, Senator John Hoeven discussed with Brooke Rollins, President Donald Trump’s nominee to serve as Secretary of Agriculture, critical priorities for farmers, ranchers and agri-businesses. Hoeven outlined a broad range of efforts to strengthen U.S. agriculture and secured commitments from Rollins to work with him on: Passing a strong farm bill that makes needed investments in the farm safety net. Implementing and quickly de… Continue Reading
01.23.25
Hoeven Helps Secure Senate Committee Approval of Burgum & Wright Nominations
***Click for photos.*** WASHINGTON - At a meeting of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources (ENR) Committee today, Senator John Hoeven helped secure bipartisan committee approval of the following two nominations that are key to implementing a pro-growth energy policy for the nation: Governor Doug Burgum to serve as Secretary of the Interior and head of the National Energy Council. Chris Wright to serve as the Secretary of Energy. Today’s votes are an important milestone in Hoeven’s effo… Continue Reading
01.23.25
Hoeven Statement on Senate Confirmation of John Ratcliffe as CIA Director
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven issued the following statement after the U.S. Senate confirmed John Ratcliffe to lead the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). “We’re working to get President Trump’s team in place as soon as possible, and today confirmed John Ratcliffe as Director of the CIA. John did a good job serving as the Director of National Intelligence during the first Trump administration and will bring the same strong leadership to the CIA. He has a solid record of pushing back on China… Continue Reading
01.23.25
Hoeven, Cramer Support Dallas Carlson to Continue as U.S. Marshal for North Dakota
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators John Hoeven and Kevin Cramer today recommended to the Trump administration that Dallas Carlson, current U.S. Marshal for the District of North Dakota, be reappointed to the position. The senators highlighted Carlson’s leadership as U.S. Marshal since October 2018, and his decades of law enforcement experience, including with the Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office, Devils Lake Police Department, and as Director of the North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI… Continue Reading
01.22.25
Hoeven Votes to Advance Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today voted to advance the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, legislation he helped introduce with Senator James Lankford (R-Okla.) to protect newborns that survive abortions by requiring they receive care from health care practitioners. Senate Democrats blocked the bill from consideration, preventing it from reaching the required 60-vote threshold. “This legislation would require health care practitioners to provide the same care for a child born ali… Continue Reading
01.22.25
Hoeven, Cramer Recommend Thykeson to Serve as North Dakota FSA Director
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators John Hoeven and Kevin Cramer today announced their recommendation to the Trump administration for Brad Thykeson to serve as the next North Dakota State Executive Director of the Farm Service Administration (FSA). The senators support reinstating Brad Thykeson to serve as the North Dakota FSA Executive Director. Thykeson is a life-long farmer, who served in the same position during President Trump’s first term. During his previous tenure leading FSA, Thykeson imp… Continue Reading
01.21.25
Hoeven, Cramer Recommend Nicholas Chase to Be United States Attorney for the District of North Dakota
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators John Hoeven and Kevin Cramer today announced they have recommended President Donald Trump nominate Nicholas W. Chase to serve in the position of United States Attorney for the District of North Dakota. Chase currently serves as a North Dakota District Court Judge for the East Central Judicial District. Prior to that he served for 20 years in the U.S. Attorney’s office, including as Acting U.S. Attorney and First Assistant U.S. Attorney. Chase also has experience … Continue Reading
01.21.25
Hoeven: President Trump Signs Executive Orders to Unleash U.S. Energy Potential, Withdraw from Paris Climate Accords
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven issued the following statement after President Donald Trump signed executive orders to bolster development of U.S. domestic energy resources and energy infrastructure, as well as withdraw the U.S. from the Paris Climate Accords. This aligns with Hoeven’s ongoing efforts to take the handcuffs off U.S. energy production, supporting the nation’s economic and national security, while bringing down inflation to benefit American households and businesses. Specifically,… Continue Reading
01.20.25
Hoeven Statement on Inauguration of President Donald Trump
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven issued the following statement on the inauguration of President Donald Trump: “President Trump’s inauguration is the start of getting our country back on track, and we look forward to working with the Trump administration to advance the policies and priorities important to the people of North Dakota and our nation. Together with the Trump administration, we’ll grow our economy, tackle inflation, make America energy dominant and support our small business, inclu… Continue Reading
01.16.25
Hoeven: Doug Burgum is the Right Man for the Job of Interior Secretary
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today introduced Governor Doug Burgum, President Donald Trump’s nominee to serve as Secretary of the Interior and head of the National Energy Council, at a hearing of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources (ENR) Committee. This comes as part of Hoeven’s ongoing efforts to advance Burgum’s nomination and secure the support of his colleagues. During his remarks, Hoeven outlined: His plans to work with Burgum toward unlocking America’s energy potential and ensur… Continue Reading