U.S. Sen. John Hoeven (R-N. Dak.)
Recent News About U.S. Sen. John Hoeven (R-N. Dak.)
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Senate confirms Kirsten Baesler as assistant secretary at Department of Education
The U.S. Senate has confirmed Kirsten Baesler as Assistant Secretary for Elementary and Secondary Education at the Department of Education.
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Senate confirms Nicholas W. Chase as U.S. attorney for North Dakota
U.S. Senators John Hoeven and Kevin Cramer announced that the Senate has confirmed Nicholas W. Chase as United States Attorney for the District of North Dakota.
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Hoeven urges passage of stopgap funding bill amid agriculture concerns
Senator John Hoeven addressed the Senate, urging his colleagues to support a clean, short-term continuing resolution (CR) to reopen the federal government.
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Senator John Hoeven urges end to government shutdown amid budget standoff
Senator John Hoeven posted several statements in early October 2025 addressing the federal government shutdown and calling for legislative action.
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Grand Forks Air Force Base receives $20 million for runway repair project
Nearly $20 million has been allocated by the U.S. Department of Defense for runway repairs at Grand Forks Air Force Base in North Dakota.
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Hoeven criticizes Senate Democrats for blocking short-term government funding bill
Senator John Hoeven has commented on the ongoing government funding negotiations in Washington, D.C., following the Senate Democrats' decision not to approve a short-term continuing resolution (CR) that would fund the government through November 21.
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Army Corps awards additional $13 million for Fargo-Moorhead flood protection project
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has issued a contract modification worth over $13 million to R.J. Zavoral & Sons, Inc., based in East Grand Forks, Minnesota, for ongoing work on the Fargo-Moorhead region’s permanent flood protection project.
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Hoeven urges Senate Democrats to support stopgap funding bill
Senator John Hoeven released a statement following the Senate Democrats' decision to vote against a short-term continuing resolution (CR) intended to fund the government through November 21.
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Senator John Hoeven highlights Constitution Day, veteran support, and Air Force anniversary
Senator John Hoeven used his official account on September 17-18, 2025 to recognize Constitution Day, discuss veteran advocacy with Scott Kaufman from North Dakota’s VFW chapter, and celebrate the U.S. Air Force’s anniversary alongside Secretary...
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FAA awards over $15 million for Grand Forks airport runway reconstruction
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded over $15 million to Grand Forks International Airport for infrastructure improvements, according to an announcement from Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Transportation...
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Senator John Hoeven addresses wild horses bill, cattle producer issues, and honors Marilyn Hagerty
Senator John Hoeven highlighted recent meetings on wildlife preservation at Theodore Roosevelt National Park and industry reforms for cattle producers in posts dated September 15-16, 2025.
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CENTCOM to test unmanned aircraft with Project ULTRA at Grand Sky
Senator John Hoeven announced that U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) will conduct unmanned aerial system (UAS) tests at Grand Sky in September, working with Project ULTRA, which is based at the Grand Sky facility in North Dakota.
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USDA announces second round of disaster relief for livestock losses
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will provide an additional $1 billion in disaster relief to livestock producers affected by wildfires and floods in 2023 and 2024, according to an announcement from Senator John Hoeven.
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Senator John Hoeven addresses 9/11 remembrance, BLM rule change, and livestock aid
Senator John Hoeven marked September 11 with a message honoring victims and heroes of the attacks while also commenting on federal land management changes benefiting rural communities.
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Hoeven supports Department of Interior proposal to rescind BLM public lands rule
Senator John Hoeven, who serves on the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, responded to the Department of the Interior’s recent proposal to rescind the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) 2024 Public Lands Rule.
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Senator John Hoeven addresses defense priorities and condemns violence in recent posts
Senator John Hoeven shared updates between September 8-10, discussing new defense partnerships in North Dakota, support for incoming military leadership, and condemning political violence following tragic events in Utah
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Hoeven and delegation urge swift federal aid after damaging August storms in North Dakota
Senators John Hoeven and Kevin Cramer, along with Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak, have expressed support for Governor Kelly Armstrong’s request for a major disaster declaration in response to severe storms that struck North Dakota on August 7–8.
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Hoeven presses FERC nominees on baseload power reliability and property rights
During a Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee hearing, Senator John Hoeven addressed the importance of expanding reliable baseload power and protecting private property rights.
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Hoeven highlights drop in major crimes following federal law enforcement surge in Washington
At a press conference in Washington, Senator John Hoeven discussed the results of efforts to address crime in the nation’s capital.
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USDA opens public comment on rescinding roadless rule affecting North Dakota grasslands
Senator John Hoeven, chairman of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee and a senior member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, commented on the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) decision to open a public comment period as it moves...