How many people were old enough to vote in Wells County during 2021?
Of the 4,031 citizens living in Wells County in 2021, 78.2% were old enough to vote, equating to 3,151 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.
Hoeven Statement on Biden EPA MATS, Power Sector Rules Imposing Costly Regulations on Coal-Fired Electric
WASHINGTON – Senator John Hoeven expressed his concerns regarding the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) final regulations on the nation's power sector, particularly the new Mercury and Air Toxic Standards (MATS) rule impacting coal-fired electric power plants.Hoeven criticized the Biden administration for reviving the MATS rule, stating, "President Biden and his administration continue to take the wrong approach to energy development in the U.S., handcuffing our producers with unworkable regulations and raising costs for consumers." He emphasized the importance of...
Hoeven: NPS to Maintain Wild Horses at Theodore Roosevelt National Park
WASHINGTON – Senator John Hoeven announced today that the National Park Service (NPS) has committed to maintaining the wild horses at Theodore Roosevelt National Park (TRNP). The decision comes after Senator Hoeven's successful efforts to preserve the wild horses at the park."These wild horses are emblematic of President Theodore Roosevelt’s time in North Dakota, a formative experience that shaped his presidency and lasting legacy," said Senator Hoeven.The NPS will halt its proposed removal of horses at TRNP and will keep the existing management plan in place. This move...
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Bicameral, Bipartisan Legislation Recognizes April 2024 as Second Chance Month
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) have introduced a bipartisan, bicameral resolution in the Senate to designate April 2024 as “Second Chance Month.” The initiative aims to bring attention to the challenges faced by individuals reentering society after serving their sentences.“Forgiveness and dignity are fundamental parts of our faith, and Second Chance month is an affirmation of our commitment to redemption and the inherent dignity of every individual,” said Cramer. “Reentry into society has its challenges, but our...