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Senator John Hoeven provided a statement following the Senate's approval of a budget resolution.

Senate advances budget resolution to Congress aimed at fiscal and security reforms

The United States Senate has passed its amendment to the budget resolution originating from the House of Representatives with a narrow margin of 51 to 48 votes.

North Dakota partners to support reentry success for incarcerated individuals

Reentering society after incarceration involves challenges such as finding stable housing and jobs, and getting healthcare.

North Dakota HHS opens applications for opioid settlement fund grants

North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) has opened applications for grant funding from the state’s opioid settlement funds.

Lawmakers urge President Trump for nationwide E15 fuel sale in summer 2025

Senator John Hoeven, a senior member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, has joined forces with other lawmakers in urging President Trump to permit the nationwide sale of E15 fuel throughout the summer of 2025.

FEMA allocates $1.16 million for Richland County bridge replacement

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has allocated $1,166,291 to Richland County for the replacement of the Helendale Bridge.

Bipartisan Senate group seeks Trump’s support for year-round E15 fuel sales

U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer from North Dakota has joined a bipartisan coalition of Senate members, spearheaded by Senators John Thune of South Dakota and Dick Durbin of Illinois, in reaching out to President Donald Trump.

Senator Hoeven highlights border security's role in combating fentanyl flow

During a recent address on the floor of the U.S. Senate, Senator John Hoeven emphasized the critical role of border security in curbing the flow of fentanyl from Mexico and Canada into the United States.

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EDA awards $883,000 in grants for economic development projects in North Dakota in 2023

By Peace Garden News | Apr 3, 2025

The Economic Development Administration (EDA) issued five grants totaling $883,000 in 2023 to fund economic development projects in North Dakota.

North Dakota Game and Fish to host spring advisory board meetings statewide

By Peace Garden News | Apr 3, 2025

The North Dakota Game and Fish Department Advisory Board has scheduled a series of public meetings this spring at eight locations throughout the state.

Dakota Prairie Grasslands meeting to discuss grazing projects and future policies

By Peace Garden News | Apr 3, 2025

The Dakota Prairie Grasslands and Grazing Associations Working Group is set to convene on Monday, April 14, at 9 a.m. MT.

North Dakota ranks 29 among U.S. states for teacher starting salary

North Dakota ranks 29 among U.S. states for teacher starting salaries, with an average starting salary of $42,393 in 2024, according to the National Education Association (NEA).

Fedorchak hosts roundtable on North Dakota's agriculture challenges

Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak (R-ND) recently organized a virtual roundtable meeting with House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson (R-PA) and agricultural leaders from North Dakota.

Julie Fedorchak supports Trump’s order on reciprocal tariffs, mindful of local impacts

Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak of North Dakota has expressed support for President Trump's Executive Order concerning reciprocal tariffs aimed at addressing unfair trade practices.

Senators announce Heather Ranck’s return as National Rural Export Center Director

Senators John Hoeven and Kevin Cramer have announced the reinstatement of Heather Ranck as the Director of the National Rural Export Center.

Federal committee to discuss environmental law impacts on April 9

The Federal Environmental Law Impact Review Committee has announced a meeting scheduled for April 9 at 3:30 p.m. The session will convene in the Lewis & Clark Room, located on the second floor of the Bank of North Dakota in Bismarck.

Heather Ranck to return as Director of National Rural Export Center

Senators John Hoeven and Kevin Cramer have announced the reinstatement of Heather Ranck as the Director of the National Rural Export Center.

Cramer questions transportation secretary on One Federal Decision and formula funding