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Hoeven Outlines Efforts to Advance Comprehensive Missile, Drone Detection & Defense Network
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Defense Appropriations Committee, today outlined efforts to ensure the U.S. is secure against threats both present and future, including advanced missile technologies and emerging threats from unmanned aircraft. To this end, Hoeven is joining with Senators Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) and Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.) in introducing the GOLDEN DOME Act, legislation that supports the establishment of a network of sensors and intercept capabilities to pr… Continue Reading
06.24.25
Hoeven Statement After USDA Rescinds Roadless Rule
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, Chairman of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee and a senior member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, issued the following statement after the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced it will rescind the 2001 Roadless Rule, which impacts the Little Missouri National Grassland. Hoeven has been working with USDA Secretary Rollins and other senior USDA officials to help ensure better access to lands managed by USDA in North Dakota, including f… Continue Reading
06.21.25
Hoeven Statement on U.S Airstrikes on Iranian Nuclear Facilities
BISMARCK - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Defense Appropriations Committee, issued the following statement regarding U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. “Iran must never have nuclear weapons. President Trump ordered strikes against Iranian nuclear facilities after Iran refused to negotiate an end to its nuclear program. We support these strikes, which protect our national security and help defend our ally Israel. We especially salute the skills and courage of our servic… Continue Reading
06.19.25
Hoeven Secures Agreement in Principle for FNC Veterans Memorial Center
FARGO, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today announced he has secured an agreement in principle for the Veterans Memorial Center at the Fargo National Cemetery (FNC) from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The agreement in principle is very important because Hoeven has been working with VA Secretary Doug Collins and VA staff to secure approval for the conceptual design advanced by the Fargo Memorial Honor Guard (FMHG) and the community working group to provide a first-rate federal veterans… Continue Reading
06.18.25
Hoeven Statement on Confirmation of Rodney Scott to Lead CBP
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven issued the following statement after voting to confirm Rodney Scott to serve as the Commissioner of Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Scott worked for 30 years in various capacities at CBP and the U.S. Border Patrol, and previously served as Chief of the U.S. Border Patrol. “We congratulate Commissioner Scott on his confirmation,” said Hoeven. “When I met with Commissioner Scott he made clear his commitment to securing the border through additional personnel … Continue Reading
06.13.25
Hoeven Working with Interior Secretary, USFS Chief to Improve Grazing Access on Federal Lands
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven this week outlined priorities to improve access to federal lands for grazers in discussions with Interior Secretary Doug Burgum and U.S. Forest Service (USFS) Chief Tom Schultz. During hearings of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee and the Senate Interior Appropriations Committee, respectively, Hoeven: Outlined the need to streamline the process for issuing grazing permits. Discussed efforts to update the Little Missouri National Grassland Trav… Continue Reading
06.13.25
Hoeven, Burgum Discuss Need for Oil, Gas, Coal & Critical Mineral Production to Support U.S. Energy Dominance
WASHINGTON - At a hearing of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee this week, Senator John Hoeven discussed with Interior Secretary Doug Burgum efforts to advance U.S. energy dominance, including: Unlocking the potential of taxpayer-owned oil, gas and coal reserves. Increasing critical mineral production on federal lands. Hoeven pointed to the development of Talon Metals’ minerals processing facility, which is being developed in North Dakota and will support a secure, fully-do… Continue Reading
06.11.25
Hoeven: EPA Repeals Two Overreaching Biden-Era Regulations that Threatened Coal Industry, Grid Reliability
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today released the following statement after the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued proposed rules repealing two overreaching Biden-era regulations that threatened the reliability of the electrical grid and sought to force the premature closure of the nation’s coal-fired power plants, including: The Clean Power Plan 2.0, burdensome regulations that would have forced states to change their fuel sources for electricity generation. The Biden administ… Continue Reading
06.11.25
Hoeven Makes Case To HHS Secretary RFK Jr. for Access to Crop Protection Tools, Flexibility in School Nutrition Standards
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven this week met with Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. at the White House to discuss progress on the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Strategy and advance the priorities of U.S. agriculture producers and school nutrition professionals. At the meeting in the Roosevelt Room, Hoeven, Chairman of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee and a senior member of the Senate Agriculture Committee: Stressed that access to proven safe … Continue Reading
06.06.25
Hoeven Advances Ranching, Grasslands Priorities with USDA Under Secretary Nominee
WASHINGTON - At a hearing of the Senate Agriculture Committee this week, Senator John Hoeven advanced key priorities for North Dakota ranchers with Michael Boren, the nominee to serve as the Under Secretary of Agriculture for Natural Resources and Environment. In this role, Boren will oversee the U.S. Forest Service (USFS), which includes the national grasslands in North Dakota. Accordingly, Hoeven urged Boren to work with him on: Ensuring access to USFS lands for multiple use, including graz… Continue Reading
06.05.25
Hoeven: Corps Awards More than $23 Million Contract for Garrison Dam Spillway Rehabilitation
BISMARCK, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven announced today that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has awarded a $23.8 million contract for dredging and placement of riprap protection as part of the Garrison Dam Spillway Rehabilitation project. The project is estimated to be completed in April 2028. “The Garrison Dam is crucial infrastructure in our region, and vital to ensuring that we have a reliable water supply for communities and agriculture, as well as recreation and tourism. At the same … Continue Reading
05.29.25
Hoeven: USDA Releases First $1 Billion in Livestock Disaster Assistance Targeting Losses from Wildfire & Drought
BISMARCK, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released $1 billion in disaster relief for livestock producers impacted by wildfire or drought in 2023 or 2024. The Emergency Livestock Relief Program (ELRP) funding comes as part of the $21 billion in weather-related assistance that Hoeven worked to include in the year-end legislation passed by Congress in December. The details of ELRP are as follows: This is the first of two assistance program… Continue Reading
05.28.25
Hoeven: Minerals Processing Facility in Beulah a Game-Changer, Helping Secure U.S. Domestic Battery Supply Chain
BEULAH, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today joined leaders from Talon Metals in announcing a site has been secured for the Beulah Minerals Processing Facility: Talon has signed an agreement with Westmoreland Mining to acquire approximately 256 acres and a 7-mile rail spur from the former Beulah Mine, following a 3-month due diligence period. The company expects the project to bring a total investment of up to $365 million to the region and directly create up to 150 jobs. The project is suppo… Continue Reading
05.26.25
Hoeven Statement in Observance of Memorial Day
MANDAN, N.D. - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement in recognition of Memorial Day, honoring those servicemembers who lost their lives in defense of the nation. Senator Hoeven provided remarks during the Memorial Day Ceremony at the North Dakota Veterans Cemetery (NDVC). “On this Memorial Day, we come together as North Dakotans—and as Americans—to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. We remember their courage, their dedication, and the… Continue Reading
05.22.25
Hoeven Outlines Efforts to Strengthen Market Opportunities for U.S. Cattle Industry
WASHINGTON - At a hearing of the Senate Agriculture Committee this week, Senator John Hoeven discussed efforts to strengthen market opportunities for the nation’s cattle industry. With Mr. Dudley Hoskins, the nominee to be Under Secretary of Agriculture for Marketing and Regulatory Programs, Hoeven outlined the need to: Fully enforce the Packers and Stockyards Act to help ensure more competitive and transparent cattle markets. As chairman of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee,… Continue Reading
05.20.25
Hoeven Statement in President Trump’s Announced Golden Dome Defense Shield
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Defense Appropriations Committee, today issued the following statement after President Trump announced plans to build a Golden Dome missile defense shield. President Trump appointed General Michael Guetlein, Vice Chief of Space Operations, to lead the defense project. “We appreciate President Trump’s commitment to national defense and this plan for a ‘Golden Dome’ missile defense shield to protect the United States. North Dakota will play… Continue Reading
05.20.25
Hoeven Statement on the Passing of North Dakota Representative Cindy Schreiber-Beck
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven today issued the following statement honoring the life and legacy of North Dakota Representative Cindy Schreiber-Beck: “Cindy Schreiber-Beck was a titan in the field of aviation, an innovator, entrepreneur and a dedicated public servant. From starting a successful business with her husband Gerry to her leadership in the state legislature and at the North Dakota Agricultural Aviation Association, she approached her life and career with passion and determination. … Continue Reading
05.16.25
Hoeven, Transportation Secretary Discuss North Dakota’s Role in Meeting the Nation’s Aviation Needs
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven this week discussed with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, North Dakota’s role in meeting key priorities to ensure safe and efficient air travel in the U.S. airspace. Hoeven outlined the work of the University of North Dakota (UND) and his efforts to leverage the school’s expertise in order to: Help meet the nation’s need for air traffic controllers (ATC). Hoeven worked with UND and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to secure the school’s role in… Continue Reading
05.15.25
Hoeven Outlines Efforts with EPA Administrator to Provide Regulatory Certainty, Respect Private Property Rights
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven this week urged Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin to provide regulatory certainty to the nation’s energy producers and ensure the federal government respects private property rights. In particular, Hoeven highlighted the importance of: Improving the reliability and affordability of the electrical grid. Hoeven pointed to reports from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and North American Electric Reliability Corporati… Continue Reading
05.14.25
Hoeven Pays Tribute to Nation’s Law Enforcement Officers on Senate Floor
WASHINGTON - Senator John Hoeven (R-N.D.) delivered remarks on the Senate floor to pay tribute to the nation’s law enforcement officers. Hoeven delivered the remarks after the Senate unanimously passed a resolution he introduced with Senators Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) designating May 12 through 17 as National Police Week, and reaffirming the Senate’s steadfast support for law enforcement officers across the nation. “We can never fully repay our police officers for such en… Continue Reading