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Senators urge freeze on wage rate amid rising farm labor costs

By Peace Garden News | Mar 11, 2024

Senator John Hoeven, alongside Senator Mike Crapo and 14 other senators, has sent a letter to Senate leadership.

Lawmakers urge Air Force Secretary to implement cold weather pay

By Peace Garden News | Mar 5, 2024

Senator John Hoeven, along with colleagues, has addressed a letter to U.S. Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall urging the implementation of cold weather special duty pay for servicemembers stationed in specific locations, including North Dakota.

Inflation in North Dakota lower than national average as of February 2024

By Peace Garden News | Mar 1, 2024

As of February 2024, North Dakota experienced an 18.2% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of an 18.6% increase.

Hoeven honors Taylor-Richardton Elementary as 2023 Blue Ribbon School

By Peace Garden News | Feb 22, 2024

Senator John Hoeven presented a flag flown over the U.S. Capitol to Taylor–Richardton Elementary School in Taylor, North Dakota, recognizing its designation as a 2023 National Blue Ribbon School.

Court overturns Obama-era moratorium on federal coal leasing

By Peace Garden News | Feb 22, 2024

Senator John Hoeven has responded to a recent decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, which overturned a previous ruling that reinstated an Obama-era moratorium on coal leasing for federal lands.

VA provides 286 home loans in North Dakota totaling $83.3 million in Q4 2023

By Peace Garden News | Feb 21, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) issued 286 home loans totaling $83.3 million in North Dakota during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2023, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

Senator Hoeven outlines Farm Bill priorities at Minot agriculture roundtable

By Peace Garden News | Feb 21, 2024

At a recent agriculture roundtable in Minot, North Dakota, Senator John Hoeven discussed his priorities for the upcoming Farm Bill.

Average VA Purchase Loan amount in North Dakota declines from Q3 to Q4 2023

By Peace Garden News | Feb 20, 2024

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for North Dakota in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023 was $291,098, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index

VA home loan amount averages $291,404 in North Dakota for Q4 2023

By Peace Garden News | Feb 20, 2024

The average VA loan amount in North Dakota during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2023 was $291,404, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Hoeven tours Heart of America Medical Center ahead of its opening

By Peace Garden News | Feb 20, 2024

Senator John Hoeven visited the new Heart of America Medical Center (HAMC) in Rugby, North Dakota, which is scheduled to open later this year.

Senator Hoeven discusses hospital upgrades with Devils Lake stakeholders

By Peace Garden News | Feb 20, 2024

Senator John Hoeven convened a roundtable in Devils Lake, North Dakota, with local leaders and healthcare providers to discuss CommonSpirit Health's master plan for upgrading the local hospital.

Number of VA loans issued in North Dakota decreases by 45.4% from 2022 to 2023

By Peace Garden News | Feb 19, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 910 home loans totaling $257.3 million in North Dakota during the fiscal year 2023, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Average VA home loan amount in North Dakota falls in Q4 2023

By Peace Garden News | Feb 19, 2024

The average VA home loan amount in North Dakota during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2023 was $291,404, a 2.4% decrease from the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

North Dakota ranks 48th in total VA home loans during Q4 2023

By Peace Garden News | Feb 19, 2024

North Dakota ranked 48th in VA home loans in the fourth quarter of 2023 with 286 loans issued, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

North Dakota ranked 40th in average VA home loan amount in Q4 2023

By Peace Garden News | Feb 17, 2024

With $291,404 in home loans issued, North Dakota ranked 40th in average loan amount for VA home loans in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

Senator Hoeven discusses Fargo National Cemetery expansion with stakeholders

By Peace Garden News | Feb 16, 2024

Senator John Hoeven recently convened a roundtable in Fargo, North Dakota, to discuss the expansion of the Fargo National Cemetery.

VA issues fewer Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in North Dakota in 2023 vs. 2022

By Peace Garden News | Feb 15, 2024

The VA issued 910 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in North Dakota during the 2023 fiscal year, totaling $257.3 million, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

VA provides 30.6% fewer purchase loans in North Dakota for 2023 vs. 2022

By Peace Garden News | Feb 15, 2024

The number of VA purchase loans in North Dakota for 2023 was 792 and totaled $224.6 million, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

VA Purchase Loans in North Dakota average $291,098 for Q4 2023

By Peace Garden News | Feb 15, 2024

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for North Dakota in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2023 was $291,098, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.