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Senator John Hoeven has expressed his support following the U.S. Senate's confirmation of Chris Wright as Secretary of Energy.

Brooke Rollins advances after unanimous approval by Senate Agriculture Committee

Senator John Hoeven announced that Brooke Rollins, nominated by former President Donald Trump for the position of Secretary of Agriculture, has been unanimously approved by the Senate Agriculture Committee.

Sixth Circuit dismisses FHWA greenhouse gas emissions rule challenge

In November 2023, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) established a rule requiring state departments of transportation and metropolitan planning organizations to measure greenhouse gas emissions on highways and set targets for reduction.

North Dakota offers electronic posting system for private lands

Landowners in North Dakota can now post their private land electronically for the 2025-26 hunting season.

Guide and outfitter exam set for April in Bismarck

The North Dakota Game and Fish Department has scheduled the next guide and outfitter written examination for April 5 at 1 p.m. The exam will take place at the department's office in Bismarck.

Which type of North Dakota companies were inspected the most by FDA in January?

By Peace Garden News | Feb 1, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Food and Cosmetics company from North Dakota in January.

Army Corps awards $10 million contract for FM Diversion project

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has granted a contract valued at $10,097,097 to BCSS, LLC.

Army Corps awards final contract for Fargo-Moorhead flood protection embankment

Senator John Hoeven has announced that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has awarded a contract exceeding $10 million for the construction of Reach SE-5, the final segment required to complete the 21-mile Southern Embankment.

State Board of Animal Health plans conference call meeting on February 3

The State Board of Animal Health is scheduled to hold a meeting on Monday, February 3, at 3 p.m. The meeting will take place via conference call.

North Dakota monitors avian flu outbreak among Canada geese

The North Dakota Game and Fish Department is currently monitoring a mortality event affecting Canada geese in Oliver County, specifically along the Missouri River and Nelson Lake.

Microgreens kits available for North Dakota teachers in grades 1-4

Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring announced that funding is available for teachers in grades 1-4 to integrate microgreens kits into their curriculum.

Doug Burgum confirmed as Secretary of Interior with bipartisan Senate support

Senator John Hoeven announced that Doug Burgum has been confirmed as the Secretary of the Interior by a bipartisan Senate vote of 79 to 18.

Senate questions army secretary nominee on delayed water cooperative committee

The Senate Armed Services Committee convened to evaluate Dan Driscoll's nomination as the 26th Secretary of the Army.

Senate confirms Doug Burgum as Secretary of the Interior

The United States Senate has confirmed Doug Burgum, former Governor of North Dakota, as the Secretary of the Interior.

Doug Burgum confirmed as Secretary of the Interior by U.S. Senate

Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak of North Dakota has expressed her congratulations to Doug Burgum, the former Governor of North Dakota, on his confirmation by the U.S. Senate as the 55th Secretary of the Interior.

Goehring explains proposed changes in North Dakota's corporate farming law

Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring has clarified the intentions behind House Bill 2150, which proposes minor amendments to North Dakota's corporate farming law.

Bill introduced to protect AM radio in new vehicles