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DOE awards nearly $3.8 million to North Dakota for energy saving programs

By C. D. Unger | Aug 20, 2025

The U.S. Department of Energy has announced nearly $3.8 million in funding for North Dakota to support energy saving initiatives.

National Science Foundation awards nearly $2 million to UND for research traineeship

By C. D. Unger | Aug 20, 2025

The National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded nearly $2 million to the University of North Dakota (UND) for its Research Traineeship (NRT) program.

Hoeven highlights progress on Hector International Airport expansion with new parking ramp

By C. D. Unger | Aug 19, 2025

A new parking ramp at Hector International Airport was officially opened during a ribbon-cutting event attended by Senator John Hoeven and other local, state, and federal officials.

Hoeven celebrates opening of NDSCS Career Innovation Center in Fargo

By C. D. Unger | Aug 18, 2025

Senator John Hoeven attended the opening of the North Dakota State College of Science (NDSCS) Career Innovation Center (CIC) in Fargo.

Hoeven discusses national grassland management priorities with Forest Service chief

By C. D. Unger | Aug 12, 2025

Senator John Hoeven met with U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz, grazing groups, and energy producers in Dickinson, North Dakota.

Hoeven hosts CBP commissioner in North Dakota to highlight UAS role in border security

By C. D. Unger | Aug 8, 2025

Senator John Hoeven hosted U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Rodney Scott in North Dakota to examine border operations in the Grand Forks sector and discuss how the region’s unmanned aerial systems (UAS) industry could support border...

National Park Service awards $1 million for Turtle Mountain Band park development

By C. D. Unger | Aug 7, 2025

The National Park Service has awarded $1 million to the North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department for a project supporting the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians.

Senate approves military construction funding benefitting North Dakota bases and veterans

By C. D. Unger | Aug 2, 2025

The U.S. Senate has approved funding measures aimed at supporting North Dakota’s military infrastructure and veteran services, according to Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee.

Hoeven comments on USDA’s $50 million dry bean purchase for nutrition programs

By C. D. Unger | Aug 1, 2025

Senator John Hoeven, who leads the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee and serves as a senior member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, responded to an announcement from U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins regarding new food...

Senate Judiciary Committee advances Nick Chase nomination for U.S. attorney in North Dakota

By C. D. Unger | Jul 24, 2025

The U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee has advanced the nomination of Nicholas W. Chase to serve as United States Attorney for the District of North Dakota, according to an announcement from Senators John Hoeven and Kevin Cramer.

Hoeven appoints Christa Kiedrowski as regional director for Bismarck area

By C. D. Unger | Jul 22, 2025

Senator John Hoeven has appointed Christa Kiedrowski as his regional director for the south-central region of North Dakota.

Hoeven announces expansion and key achievements in North Dakota drone initiative

By C. D. Unger | Jul 18, 2025

Senator John Hoeven has announced two significant developments for Project ULTRA, an initiative aimed at advancing unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and counter-UAS technologies in North Dakota.

Hoeven supports Senate approval of Trump’s $9 billion spending cut package

By C. D. Unger | Jul 17, 2025

The Senate has passed President Trump’s request to rescind $9 billion in federal spending.

Cramer leads Senate push for permanent agriculture secretary role on foreign investment panel

By C. D. Unger | Jul 15, 2025

U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND), along with Senators Angela Alsobrooks (D-MD), Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), and John Fetterman (D-PA), has introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at bolstering food and national security by permanently adding the...

Cramer, Peters ask FAA to speed up airport funding disbursement

By C. D. Unger | Jul 14, 2025

The Airport Improvement Program (AIP) and Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG) Program provide annual formula-based funds to nearly 3,300 public-use airports across the United States.

FAA provides major grant funding for airport upgrades across North Dakota

By C. D. Unger | Jul 11, 2025

The U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded more than $31 million in grants to airports across North Dakota, according to an announcement from Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development...

North Dakota lawmakers seek repeal of BLM land use restrictions through Congressional Review Act

By C. D. Unger | Jul 10, 2025

Members of North Dakota's congressional delegation have introduced a joint resolution under the Congressional Review Act (CRA) to overturn the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) Resource Management Plan (RMP) for North Dakota.

Hoeven issues Independence Day statement honoring servicemembers

By C. D. Unger | Jul 4, 2025

Senator John Hoeven released a statement in recognition of Independence Day.

FAA awards nearly $3.5 million in grants to North Dakota airports

By C. D. Unger | Jun 28, 2025

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced nearly $3.5 million in grants for airport infrastructure projects at several airports across North Dakota.

Cramer supports U.S. military action against Iranian nuclear sites

By C. D. Unger | Jun 21, 2025

On Saturday, President Donald Trump announced that the United States conducted military strikes against Iran in response to ongoing hostilities involving Israel.

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