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News from March 2025

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Hoeven and Rounds reintroduce bill to restrict foreign purchases of US farmland

By Peace Garden News | Mar 7, 2025

Senators John Hoeven and Mike Rounds have reintroduced the Promoting Agriculture Safeguards and Security (PASS) Act.

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Lane closures announced for I-94 Exit 161 as construction begins

By Peace Garden News | Mar 7, 2025

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is set to commence the 2025 construction season with lane closures at the Interstate 94 Exit 161 interchange during the week of March 10.

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North Dakota marks March as Problem Gambling Awareness Month

By Peace Garden News | Mar 7, 2025

North Dakota has designated March as Problem Gambling Awareness Month, as declared by Governor Kelly Armstrong.

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Analysis: North Dakota among 25 states that ban boys from playing girls’ high school sports

By Peace Garden News | Mar 6, 2025

An analysis by Peace Garden News shows that, following President Biden's new Title IX protections in April 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” North Dakota is one of 25 states that ban boys from playing in girls' high school sports.

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North Dakota students named as delegates for U.S. Senate youth program

By Peace Garden News | Mar 6, 2025

Senator John Hoeven recently met with two high school seniors, Martin Bergstedt and Cady Wang, who have been chosen to represent North Dakota as delegates in the 63rd annual United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP).

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House passes resolutions against Biden's energy regulations

By Peace Garden News | Mar 6, 2025

Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak of North Dakota has aligned with House Republicans to pass three Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolutions aimed at reversing certain regulations put forth by the Biden administration.

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Fedorchak discusses grid management at Energy Subcommittee hearing

By Peace Garden News | Mar 6, 2025

At a recent Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy hearing, Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak introduced Todd Brickhouse, CEO of Basin Electric Power Cooperative, as a witness.

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Bipartisan bill seeks updates on northern border threat analysis

By Peace Garden News | Mar 6, 2025

The United States and Canada share the world's longest international border, stretching 5,525 miles.

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North Dakota PACs must adhere to dual reporting requirements

By Peace Garden News | Mar 6, 2025

Political action committees (PACs) in North Dakota are reminded of their reporting obligations under state law.

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Bipartisan bill aims to boost affordable housing through expanded voucher program

By Peace Garden News | Mar 6, 2025

Recent declines in landlord participation in the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, also known as Section 8 vouchers, have made it more challenging for renters to secure housing.

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Lane closure planned for I-29 southbound in Fargo due to repairs

By Peace Garden News | Mar 5, 2025

Southbound traffic on Interstate 29 in Fargo will experience a lane closure early tomorrow morning.

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Fedorchak supports House Budget Resolution aiming for affordability and security

By Peace Garden News | Mar 5, 2025

Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak of North Dakota has expressed her support for the House Budget Resolution, which she believes will make life more affordable and secure for Americans.

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Senate EPW Committee reviews EPA nominations amid global emission concerns

By Peace Garden News | Mar 5, 2025

The Senate Environment and Public Works Committee convened a hearing in Washington, D.C., to evaluate the nominations of David Fotouhi and Aaron Szabo for key positions within the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

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Rep. Fedorchak supports President Trump's address focusing on energy and border security

By Peace Garden News | Mar 4, 2025

President Trump addressed Congress to present his vision for the United States, emphasizing energy independence, border security, fiscal responsibility, and effective governance.

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Senator Hoeven comments on President Trump's address to Congress

By Peace Garden News | Mar 4, 2025

Senator John Hoeven released a statement in response to President Donald Trump's Joint Address to Congress.

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Legislation introduced to rename Casselton post office after Commander Delbert Austin Olson

By Peace Garden News | Mar 4, 2025

U.S. Senators Kevin Cramer and John Hoeven, along with U.S. Representative Julie Fedorchak, have introduced legislation to rename the Casselton post office in honor of Commander Delbert Austin Olson.

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North Dakota lawmakers propose renaming Casselton post office for war hero

By Peace Garden News | Mar 4, 2025

Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak and U.S. Senators Kevin Cramer and John Hoeven have introduced legislation to rename the Casselton post office in honor of Commander Delbert Austin Olson.

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Senate hearing focuses on nuclear triad modernization and ISR capabilities

By Peace Garden News | Mar 4, 2025

The Senate Armed Services Committee convened to evaluate Elbridge Colby's nomination for the role of Under Secretary of Defense for Policy.

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Senator Cramer comments on President Trump's joint address to Congress

By Peace Garden News | Mar 4, 2025

President Donald Trump delivered his first major address to a joint session of Congress since his inauguration in January.

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Legislation proposed to extend VA grant program aiding rural veteran transport

By Peace Garden News | Mar 4, 2025

U.S. Senators Kevin Cramer, Angus King, and Dan Sullivan have introduced the Supporting Rural Veterans Access to Healthcare Services Act.