U.S. Sen. Kevin Cramer (R-N. Dak.)
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Amicus Brief Supports Idaho’s Pro-Life Case Before Supreme Court of the United States
WASHINGTON – The Supreme Court of the United States is set to weigh in on Moyle v. United States of America and Idaho v. United States of America, a case questioning whether the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA) preempts Idaho’s Defense of Life Act, which prohibits most abortions in the state. The Supreme Court is expected to hear arguments in late April, with a decision to follow by early July.U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) joined U.S. Senator James Risch (R-ID) and a bicameral group of their colleagues in signing an amicus brief in Moyle v. United...
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Suggested: Sen. Cramer: HHS Awards Over $1.4 Million to North Dakota's Health Department
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced an award of $1,450,750 to the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services to help strengthen public health infrastructure and workforce capacity to meet the needs of the community and population it serves. This grant was administered through the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Office of Surveillance, Epidemiology and Laboratory Services.The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services stated, "The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services awarded $1,450,750 to the...
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Senators Express Concerns Over Halting of Firearm Export Licenses
U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and U.S. Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) have raised concerns over the U.S. Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry and Security's decision to pause the issuance of new export licenses for certain firearms, components, and ammunition. The senators expressed their worries in a letter to the Under Secretary of Commerce for Industry and Security of the United States, highlighting the negative impact of the pause on American businesses."Over these past 90 days, however, our national security has not improved. In fact, it has rapidly deteriorated,"...
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North Dakota Delegation Welcomes President Biden's Approval of Disaster Declaration for Winter Ice Storm
BISMARCK – U.S. Senators Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and John Hoeven (R-ND) along with U.S. Representative Kelly Armstrong (R-ND) have expressed their appreciation after President Joe Biden signed off on a major disaster declaration following a severe winter ice storm that hit North Dakota between December 25, 2023, and December 27, 2023.“This is welcome news for the ongoing recovery and mitigation efforts across North Dakota,” stated the delegation. “This ice storm downed thousands of powerlines, left tens of thousands of residents without power and caused significant hardship...
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HHS announces three affiliated tribes will receive $1.3 million for head start
BISMARCK – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently announced that the Three Affiliated Tribes have been awarded a significant grant for their Head Start program. According to Sen. Cramer, the tribes will receive a total of $1,343,845 as part of the Head Start Indian Grants program.The Head Start program focuses on promoting early childhood learning, health, and development initiatives, along with providing essential family and community support services. This funding will undoubtedly have a positive impact on the children and families within the...
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Senator Cramer Wraps Up Week One of Historic DAPL Civil Trial
Senator Kevin Cramer of North Dakota expressed his support for the state's lawsuit against the federal government regarding the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL) protests. Cramer commended the state for taking legal action and stated, "Rather than just accept federal wrongs as so many states have, North Dakota is exercising its Constitutional muscle." He also emphasized the importance of the trial, saying, "The state’s case against the government will be illuminating – finally telling the full story of what really happened."The trial kicked off with opening statements from...
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Senators Call on EPA to Appeal Court Ruling Vacating Certain Dicamba Registrations, Expand Existing Stock Order on Dicamba
U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-KS) have joined forces with other colleagues to urge the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to take action following a court ruling that nullified the 2020 registrations of three dicamba herbicides. The ruling by the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona found that the EPA violated certain requirements under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act.In a letter addressed to EPA Administrator Michael Regan, the senators called for an appeal of the court decision and...
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Sen. Cramer Op-Ed: North Dakota Takes Federal Government to Trial Over DAPL Protests
North Dakota is taking the federal government to trial seeking reimbursement for damages and policing costs incurred during the Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL) protests in 2016 and 2017. The lawsuit, North Dakota v. United States, will be the first state to challenge the federal government under the Federal Tort Claims Act.For 233 days, protestors illegally occupied U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) lands, while the government failed to contain the protests or provide assistance to law enforcement. North Dakota seeks reimbursement of over $38 million from the federal...
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Senators Cramer, King Introduce Legislation to Reauthorize VA Highly Rural Transportation Grant Program
U.S. Senators Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and Angus King (I-ME) have introduced the Supporting Rural Veterans Access to Healthcare Services Act, a bill aimed at providing travel assistance to veterans living in highly rural areas for VA-authorized health care appointments. The legislation seeks to reauthorize the VA Highly Rural Transportation Grant (HRTG) Program for five years and expand eligibility to Tribal Organizations.The HRTG Program offers transportation services to veterans residing in areas with less than seven people per square mile, and it is provided free of charge...
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North Dakota Delegation Secures Commitment to Expand USPS Audit to Include Dickinson, Grand Forks, and Fargo
On Thursday, the U.S. Senators Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and John Hoeven (R-ND) and U.S. Representative Kelly Armstrong (R-ND) announced that the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) Inspector General has agreed to expand its postal audit of the Minnesota-North Dakota District to include Dickinson, Grand Forks, and Fargo. The audit is being conducted to evaluate the USPS' nationwide effort to relocate mail processing at certain facilities and is expected to provide recommendations on how to improve the process."This expansion of USPS' audit is welcome news, considering the wide range of...
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Senator Cramer Announces Mobile Office Hours in Kindred and Lisbon
U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) has announced that his staff will be holding mobile office hours in Kindred and Lisbon on Tuesday, February 27. These mobile office opportunities aim to bring the services offered by Senator Cramer's office closer to the constituents who may find it difficult to travel to his in-state offices. Senator Cramer expressed his belief that having members of his staff present in Kindred and Lisbon will provide North Dakotans with more chances to find solutions to the problems they face. He stated, "Having members of my staff in Kindred and Lisbon...
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Senator Cramer Statement on Passage of the National Security Supplemental Legislation
WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) has expressed his support for the National Security Act, 2024, after it passed the Senate by a vote of 70 to 29. The bill aims to counter aggression from Russia, Iran, and China while strengthening America's own defenses.In a statement, Senator Cramer highlighted the importance of the legislation in pushing back against threats. He also mentioned his conversation with former President Donald Trump, stating, "In conversations with President Trump and my colleagues, it is clear there could be a path forward if this aid came in...
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North Dakota to Face Federal Government in Trial, Seeks to Recoup $38 Million for Destructive 2016 DAPL Protests
North Dakota is set to embark on a trial against the federal government seeking compensation for damages caused during the unlawful Dakota Access Pipeline (DAPL) protests in 2016 and 2017. The state is seeking to recoup more than $38 million for costs related to the protests, including damages to state property and law enforcement vehicles.The DAPL protests, which lasted for 233 days, saw activists illegally occupy federal lands and engage in destructive and violent acts. The Obama administration's negligence during this time left local and state law enforcement to handle...
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Senator Cramer Unveils New CFIUS Legislation During Testimony Before North Dakota Legislative Assembly
U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer recently testified before the North Dakota Legislature’s Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee, discussing the importance of addressing foreign investments in businesses, property, and agricultural lands. During his testimony, Senator Cramer highlighted the need to expand the scope of the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) and emphasized the role of states in protecting national security.Cramer began his testimony by recalling a speech given by former Governor George Sinner, who emphasized the significance of food...
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Hector International Airport’s Terminal Expansion Project Receives $10 Million Modernization Grant
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced that it will be granting $10 million to Hector International Airport for its terminal expansion project. This funding is part of the FAA's Airport Terminals Program (ATP) and will be used to restore and expand various facilities at the airport, including holdrooms, gates, ticket and baggage claims, restrooms, and concessions. These improvements aim to enhance travel and commerce in the Red River Valley.According to Senator Kevin Cramer, "Hector is the busiest airport in the state, and this award is a good first step...
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Standing Rock Airport Terminal Receives $700,000 Modernization Grant from Federal Aviation Administration
The Standing Rock Airport is set to receive a much-needed boost in funding with a $700,000 grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This grant will be used to support the construction of a new general aviation terminal building, improving the overall facilities and services available at the airport.The FAA's decision to award this grant is part of the Airport Terminals Program (ATP), which aims to provide financial support for terminal modernization projects. Established by the fully paid-for Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, the ATP is designed to help...
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U.S. District Court of Arizona Vacates Registrations of Three Dicamba Herbicides
The U.S. District Court of Arizona in Tucson has recently issued a ruling that vacates the 2020 registrations of three Dicamba herbicides. The affected herbicides are Bayer Xtendimax, BASF Engenia, and Syngenta Tavium, which were commonly used for over-the-top (OTT) applications for soybeans.Reacting to this ruling, U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer expressed concern about the uncertainty it creates for soybean producers in the upcoming 2024 season. He stated, "Similar to what we witnessed in 2020, the Court's last-minute ruling places unnecessary uncertainty on our soybean...
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Senator Cramer Votes Against Proceeding with Foreign Aid Package, Citing Lack of Amendment Process
WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) expressed his decision to vote against the motion to proceed on H.R. 815, the legislative vehicle for the national security supplemental bill. Senator Cramer's primary concern revolves around the absence of a guaranteed thorough amendment process to enhance the bill.In a statement, Senator Cramer highlighted his dissatisfaction with the current state of the bill, stating, "I voted against proceeding to the bill because Leader Schumer has not guaranteed a thorough amendment process to improve the bill." Acknowledging that the...
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Senators Cramer and Lummis Introduce PROVE IT Act to Protect American Industries from Foreign Carbon Taxes
U.S. Senators Kevin Cramer and Cynthia Lummis have authored an op-ed in the Epoch Times, highlighting the need for the Providing Reliable, Objective, Verifiable Emissions Intensity and Transparency (PROVE IT) Act. The legislation aims to safeguard American workers from harmful foreign carbon taxes and ensure the competitiveness of U.S. industries.The PROVE IT Act proposes that the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) conduct a comprehensive study on the greenhouse gas emissions intensity of certain products produced in the United States and in certain foreign countries. This...
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Senator Cramer and Congressman Crawford Lead Resolution to Overturn FHWA’s Illegal, Impractical GHG Emissions Performance Measure Rule
WASHINGTON – Senator Kevin Cramer and Congressman Rick Crawford are leading a bipartisan effort to nullify a rule imposed by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) that imposes greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions performance measures on state departments of transportation and metropolitan planning organizations. The rule, which was finalized in November 2023, has been criticized as an example of federal overreach and a burden on states.Senator Cramer, along with U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito and Joe Manchin, introduced a Congressional Review Act (CRA) Joint Resolution...