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Hoeven: With iSight-Altru Partnership, North Dakota Breaking New Ground In Demonstrating Commercial Applications for Unmanned Aircraft
GRAND FORKS, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today joined Tommy Kenville, CEO of iSight Drone Services, and officials from the Northern Plains Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Test Site in in announcing that iSight will conduct unmanned, beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS) flights in the Grand Forks region. Specifically, the company: Has finalized an agreement with Altru Health System to use unmanned aircraft for transporting supplies and records between the main clinic and satellite facilities in th… Continue Reading
08.08.24
Hoeven: EERC Awarded $5 Million to Develop CO2 Storage in Williston Basin
GRAND FORKS, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today announced that he secured a $5 million award from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) for the University of North Dakota (UND) Energy & Environmental Research Center (EERC) to help develop CO2 storage facilities in the Williston Basin. Hoeven worked to advance this funding, which supports North Dakota’s role as a world leader in the development and implementation of carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) technologies and helps ensure the … Continue Reading
08.02.24
Hoeven, Cotton Oppose Biden-Harris Admin Delay of Weapons to Israel
WASHINGTON — Senator John Hoeven joined 47 of his Senate colleagues in sending a letter led by Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) to the Biden-Harris administration condemning its partial arms embargo against Israel. The senators pressed the White House to stop yielding to Iran, stop jeopardizing the lives of American service members, and to deliver the necessary weapons systems to Israel. “When Prime Minister Netanyahu publicly raised the weapons hold in June, your administration adam… Continue Reading
07.31.24
Hoeven: Senate Passes Legislation to Enhance Safety, Privacy of Minors Online
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement after the Senate passed legislation, which includes a bill he cosponsored, to better protect minors from threats online. Specifically, the bipartisan measures include: The Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), which Hoeven cosponsored and was introduced by Senators Richard Blumenthal and Marsha Blackburn to: Prevent and mitigate access to specific harms to minors on online platforms, including suicide, eating disorders, substan… Continue Reading
07.26.24
Hoeven: July 27th Declared as National Day of the American Cowboy
BISMARCK, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Western Caucus, joined Senators John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) and Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.) in introducing a bipartisan resolution passed unanimously by the Senate declaring Saturday, July 27 as National Day of the American Cowboy to honor the continuing legacy and contributions of cowboys across the United States. “The American West was shaped in large part by the hard work and determination of cowboys,” said Senator Hoeven. “The cowboy legac… Continue Reading
07.26.24
Hoeven Working to Expand SDA Mission at Grand Forks Air Force Base with Advanced Fire Control Operations
EMERADO, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today announced that he is working to expand the Space Development Agency (SDA) satellite mission at the Grand Forks Air Force Base. Hoeven made the announcement with SDA Director Dr. Derek Tournear while reviewing progress on the facilities being developed at the Grand Forks Air Force Base for the SDA’s low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite mission, which will serve as the backbone for all U.S. military communications. The priorities Hoeven is working to advance in… Continue Reading
07.22.24
Hoeven: AGT’s $10 Million Expansion Further Solidifies North Dakota as an Ag Powerhouse for the World
MINOT, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today marked the grand opening of AGT Foods’ $10 million expansion at its extrusion plant in Minot. AGT’s expansion adds 25 jobs to the plant and will further support the export of local pulse crops, including lentils, dry peas, dry beans and chickpeas, to countries around the globe. North Dakota is a top U.S. producer of pulse crops, which dovetails with AGT’s role as one of the world’s leading suppliers of value-added pulses, staple foods and food ingredients … Continue Reading
07.16.24
Hoeven Working to Bring Critical Water Supply Projects to Completion Across North Dakota
BISMARCK, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today marked the 50th anniversary of the North Dakota Rural Water Systems Association, where he discussed his efforts to ensure local communities can make needed upgrades to their local water and sewer systems, supporting growing populations, a stronger economy and the health of local residents. To this end, Hoeven is working as a member of the Senate Energy and Water Development Appropriations Committee to: Fully Fund the Eastern North Dakota Alternate Wa… Continue Reading
07.15.24
Hoeven, Sinema Introduce Legislation to Support Shadow Wolves Agents & Strengthen Border Security
WASHINGTON - Senators John Hoeven (R-N.D.) and Kyrsten Sinema (I-Ariz.) introduced the bipartisan, bicameral Shadow Wolves Improvement Act - legislation to provide additional career mobility opportunities to Shadow Wolves law enforcement officers and expand the program to the northern border. Shadow Wolves are a tactical patrol unit within the Department of Homeland Security comprised of members from various Native American tribes. The unit patrols the 76-mile stretch of land that the Tohono O’o… Continue Reading
07.15.24
Hoeven Holds Planning Meeting in Minot To Advance Nuclear Modernization Programs
MINOT, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today held a planning meeting with the members of Task Force 21 to advance the modernization of the dual-nuclear missions at Minot Air Force Base (MAFB). This includes his work: As a member of the Senate Defense Appropriations Committee to: Accelerate the schedule for deploying the Sentinel. Identify additional cost savings to address increased construction costs. Push for concurrent construction of facilities at all three missile bases. Hoeven is alread… Continue Reading
07.10.24
Hoeven: DOD to Maintain Full ICBM Fleet Following Review of Sentinel Program
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement after the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) released the results of a review of the Sentinel program, which concluded that it remains vital to national security for the U.S. to modernize the full intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) fleet. Hoeven has been working as a member of the Senate Defense Appropriations Committee to secure the support of key DoD officials to continue modernizing the U.S. nuclear deterrent, especial… Continue Reading
07.10.24
Hoeven: Interior Deputy Secretary Nominee Commits to Work on Genetic Diversity for TRNP Wild Horses
WASHINGTON - At a hearing of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee today, Senator John Hoeven secured a commitment from Shannon Estenoz, the nominee to serve as Deputy Secretary of the Interior, to work with him, National Park Service (NPS) officials and local stakeholders to ensure the genetic diversity and health of the wild horses at Theodore Roosevelt National Park (TRNP). This follows Hoeven’s successful efforts calling on NPS to terminate its proposed removal of horses at TRNP … Continue Reading
07.09.24
Hoeven Statement on Passing of Former Senator Jim Inhofe
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement on the passing of former U.S. Senator Jim Inhofe of Oklahoma: “As a longtime member of Congress, Jim Inhofe sought to ensure the security and continued prosperity of our nation. His nearly 40 years of public service were focused on making sure Americans were safe in their homes, could afford to keep the lights and heat on and had the opportunity to build a brighter future for their children. We look back with gratitude for hi… Continue Reading
07.04.24
Hoeven Statement Celebrating Independence Day
BISMARCK, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven issued the following statement in honor of Independence Day 2024: “On the Fourth of July, we commemorate the Declaration of Independence and celebrate the birth of our great nation. For almost 250 years, our nation has stood as a beacon of freedom. Today, and every day, we are grateful for the many blessings and opportunities we enjoy as Americans. We live in the greatest country in the world, with freedoms and liberties like no other, which are secured thro… Continue Reading
07.03.24
Hoeven: DOT Selects Skywest to Extend EAS Contract, Continuing Service to Jamestown & Devils Lake
BISMARCK, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven announced today that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has selected SkyWest Airlines, Inc. (SkyWest) to continue to provide Essential Air Service (EAS) at the Devils Lake and Jamestown airports for a three-year term from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2027. SkyWest will provide each community with 12 round trips per week to Denver International Airport using 50-seat Canadair Regional Jet 200 (CRJ-200) aircrafts. Hoeven previously worked with the Nor… Continue Reading
07.01.24
Hoeven: Collaborative Combat Aircraft Will Help Fill Gaps in U.S. Warfighting Capabilities, Create Unmatched Operational Flexibility
GRAND FORKS, N.D. - At GrandSky today, Senator John Hoeven reviewed the Valkyrie unmanned aerial system (UAS), an Autonomous Collaborative Platform (ACP) / Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) developed and manufactured by Kratos Defense & Security Solutions. Today’s meeting follows a Sunday test flight of the Valkyrie’s new capabilities, which Kratos has been developing in partnership with GrandSky. This was the first such test in North Dakota for the XQ-58A Valkyrie, which: Was developed… Continue Reading
07.01.24
Hoeven: With Terminal Expansion, Hector International to be the Best Airport From Minneapolis to Seattle
FARGO, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today helped break ground on Hector International Airport’s Terminal Expansion Project. The nearly $200 million project includes expanding the current terminal building to nine gates, an apron expansion and a new parking garage with an elevated walkway. As a member of the Senate Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Committee, Hoeven is working to fulfill the project’s federal cost share, having secured $25 million for the effort to date.… Continue Reading
06.28.24
Hoeven: SCOTUS Overturns Chevron Deference, Major Win for Pushing Back on Overreaching Federal Regulations
BISMARCK, N.D. — Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement after the U.S. Supreme Court issued a 6 to 3 decision overturning the Chevron deference doctrine, a court precedent that had allowed decades of regulatory overreach by executive agencies, particularly under the Biden and Obama administrations, while undermining Congressional authority and limiting the judicial branch’s ability to hold federal agencies accountable. “This is the right call by the Supreme Court,” said Hoeven… Continue Reading
06.28.24
Hoeven Statement on Altru’s Planned Acquisition of Devils Lake Hospital From CommonSpirit
DEVILS LAKE, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement after CommonSpirit Health and Altru Health announced a letter of intent (LOI) for Altru to acquire the Devils Lake hospital. “This announcement is an important milestone towards ensuring quality health care in the Devils Lake region, and was made possible through community engagement and provider collaboration. Tim Bricker and Todd Forkel have been incredible partners during this process. I appreciate their willingness… Continue Reading
06.27.24
Hoeven: Project ULTRA is Underway, Accelerating Practical UAS Applications for the Military
GRAND FORKS, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today joined the partners of Project ULTRA, an unmanned aerial systems (UAS) initiative the senator established and funded, in showcasing the first simulation of its unmanned cargo transportation project: This is the initial launching point of a broader effort Hoeven worked to establish to develop practical military applications for unmanned aircraft. Last month, the Department of Defense (DoD) issued the project’s first task order, which uses $2.5 m… Continue Reading
