U.S. Sen. Kevin Cramer (R-N. Dak.)
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Senator Cramer Shares Appreciation for Military Veterans at North Dakota American Legion Conference
During the American Legion Annual Department Winter Conference, Senator Kevin Cramer expressed his appreciation for the tireless advocacy of military veterans. He also highlighted some recent legislative efforts pertaining to veterans' affairs and emphasized the need to recruit more servicemembers to project strength against adversaries.In his speech, Senator Cramer addressed the importance of projecting strength in the face of adversaries. He stated, "If we project weakness, our adversaries see vulnerability. If we project strength, they settle down." He expressed...
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Senator Cramer Discusses Ongoing Southern Border Legislation Negotiations with Fox News
U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), recently appeared on Fox News' "Ingraham Angle" to discuss the ongoing debate surrounding negotiations on the southern border deal and the current state of the crisis at the border.During the interview, Senator Cramer expressed his concerns about the impact of migrants on North Dakota's workforce. He stated, "I'd want to know where the worker is going to work. Farm workers? North Dakotans are going to say ‘great, we need more of them.’ Energy workers? ‘Wow, we need more of them.’ The...
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Senators Warn Biden Administration Against "Shortsighted" Pause of LNG Export Permits
Jan 26 2024The Biden administration has announced a pause on pending decisions regarding exports of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG). This pause aims to assess the impacts of LNG exports on energy costs, America's energy security, and the environment. However, this decision has raised concerns among several senators.U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer, along with 25 other colleagues, has written a letter to President Biden and U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Jennifer Granholm, expressing their deep concerns about the review of criteria necessary to approve permits for LNG...
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Senator Cramer Cosponsors Legislation to Prevent Illegal Immigrants’ Influence in Electoral College Votes
U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) has joined his colleagues in introducing the Equal Representation Act, a bill aimed at addressing the issue of illegal immigration and its potential impact on congressional district apportionment and Electoral College votes. The legislation seeks to highlight the potential for disproportionate political power and ensure transparency and informed decision-making.The need for the Equal Representation Act was underscored by recent comments made by U.S. Representative Yvette Clarke (D-NY), who advocated for the inclusion of more illegal...
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USDA Rural Development Awards $101,651 Grant to Oyate Community Development Corporation
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development has granted $101,651 to the Oyate Community Development Corporation. The funds will be utilized to offer technical assistance and training to rural micro-entrepreneurs and microenterprises residing on the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation.This grant aims to support economic development and growth in rural areas, specifically targeting the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation. The Oyate Community Development Corporation will play a crucial role in providing essential resources and guidance to micro-entrepreneurs and...
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Senator Cramer Discusses Border Security Negotiations on NewsNation
Jan 25, 2024U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) recently appeared on NewsNation's "Morning in America" to address the ongoing negotiations surrounding the border security proposal. There have been reports claiming that the current bill would allow up to 5,000 migrants a day into the United States. Senator Cramer categorically denied these reports, stating, "That's a blatant lie. It simply does not do that, and the people who are saying so know better."Although Senator Cramer clarified that he and his colleagues have not seen the text of the bill, he explained the intent...
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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Awards More Than $1.5 Million to North Dakota
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has recently awarded over $1.5 million to various programs and initiatives in North Dakota. The announcement was made by Senator Cramer, who highlighted the importance of these funds for the state's health and well-being.The largest portion of the award, amounting to $1,308,891, has been allocated to the Community Action Partnership for the Head Start and Early Head Start programs. These programs play a crucial role in providing comprehensive early childhood education, health, nutrition, and parent involvement...
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Senator Cramer Urges EPA Assistant Administrator for Clarity on Chlorpyrifos
In a Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee hearing on Wednesday, Senator Kevin Cramer questioned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Assistant Administrator for the Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention, Ms. Michal Freedhoff, about the status of the agency finalizing a rule on tolerances for safe uses of chlorpyrifos. Senator Cramer expressed concern about the confusion surrounding the EPA's decision on chlorpyrifos and urged for clarity on the matter.During the hearing, Senator Cramer asked Ms. Freedhoff about the EPA's plans to...
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Sens. Cramer, Coons Introduce Bill to Identify Emissions Intensity of Domestically Produced Goods
U.S. Senators Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and Chris Coons (D-DE) have introduced the bipartisan Providing Reliable, Objective, Verifiable Emissions Intensity and Transparency (PROVE IT) Act. This legislation aims to address climate change by directing the Department of Energy (DOE) to conduct a comprehensive study comparing the emissions intensity of certain goods produced in the United States to those produced in other countries.Senator Cramer emphasizes the importance of quantifying global data to demonstrate that emissions-intensive goods produced in the United States are...
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Senator Cramer Statement: Director of ND Department of Mineral Resources Announces Retirement After More Than Two Decades of Service
Jan 24, 2024WASHINGTON — After 26 years of dedicated service, the Director of the North Dakota Department of Mineral Resources, Lynn Helms, has announced his intention to retire, effective June 30, 2024. U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer of North Dakota expressed his appreciation for Helms' contributions and highlighted his invaluable expertise.Senator Cramer, who has worked closely with Helms throughout his career, acknowledged the director's significant role in shaping North Dakota's mineral industry. He stated, "Lynn is an invaluable resource to me in the United States...
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Senators Call for Withdrawal of De Facto Electric Vehicle Mandate
WASHINGTON – A group of lawmakers, led by Senators Mike Crapo (R-ID) and Ted Cruz (R-TX), along with Representative Tim Walberg (R-MI-07), have called for the withdrawal of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) proposed regulations and standards that would impose burdensome and costly regulations on vehicle manufacturers and restrict consumer choice. The proposed Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards, combined with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's tailpipe emissions proposal, would effectively force an electric vehicle (EV) mandate...
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Sen. Cramer: NIFA Awards $350,000 to Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) has recently announced that it will be awarding $350,000 to Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College (NHSC). These funds have been allocated to support the expansion of Trauma-Focused Equine Assisted Learning curricula and outcomes at the college.This exciting project was submitted by NHSC in collaboration with North Dakota State University, under the New Discovery focus of the Tribal Colleges Research Grants Program. This program aims to assist Tribal Colleges in enhancing their institutional...
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Sen. Cramer: DOT Awards More Than $5 Million to the North Dakota Department of Transportation
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has announced the awarding of two grants, totaling $5,677,883, to the North Dakota Department of Transportation. These grants are part of the Fiscal Year 2024 Federal Highway Administration Emergency Relief Program and will aid in addressing the aftermath of severe weather events in the state.The first grant, amounting to $4,777,883, will be used to tackle the extensive damage caused by severe flooding in Eastern North Dakota on April 12, 2022. This flooding resulted in the destruction of culverts and erosion of roadways on...
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Nominee to be Under Secretary of the Air Force Testifies at Senate Armed Services Committee Hearing
During a Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) hearing on Tuesday, Melissa G. Dalton, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Homeland Defense and Hemispheric Affairs, testified regarding her nomination to be the Under Secretary of the Air Force. If confirmed, Dalton would become the second-highest ranking civilian official in the United States Air Force. The hearing provided an opportunity for Senators to question Dalton on various topics related to national security and defense.One of the issues raised during the hearing was the importance of developing effective...
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Letters Call for Withdrawal of Basel III Endgame Proposal, Highlight Impact on Derivatives End Users
WASHINGTON – Two letters have been sent to regulators calling for the withdrawal of the Basel III Endgame proposal, citing concerns over its impact on derivatives end users. U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) joined both letters, expressing apprehensions about the proposal's effect on the economy and the banking system.The first letter, led by U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-KS), urges regulators to consider the consequences of the Basel III Endgame proposal on the derivatives market and commodities producers, particularly in the agriculture industry. The letter emphasizes the...
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Senator Cramer Statement on Governor Burgum Not Seeking Third Term
North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum recently announced that he will not be seeking a third term as governor. In response to this news, U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued a statement expressing his appreciation for Governor Burgum's service and his excitement to continue working with him in the future.Senator Cramer praised Burgum as an individual who is not afraid to be his own person, stating, "No one could ever say Doug Burgum isn't his own person. He has served North Dakota very well. I've been honored to work with him these last several years, and I look forward to...
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Senate Advances Short-Term Spending Bill as Government Shutdown Deadline Approaches
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Senate has advanced a short-term spending bill, known as a continuing resolution (CR), to avoid a government shutdown as the deadline looms. The measure, which would continue Fiscal Year 2024 appropriations for federal agencies through the beginning of March, passed the Senate by a vote of 77 to 18.U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) expressed his opposition to the CR and issued a statement explaining his vote. He emphasized the need for Congress to take more substantial action, stating, "Today's vote averts a partial shutdown, but we shouldn't pat...
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Amicus Brief Criticizes Decision to Disqualify Trump from Colorado Presidential Primary Ballot
WASHINGTON – The decision by the Colorado Supreme Court to disqualify former President Donald Trump from the state's presidential primary ballot has received criticism from lawmakers and has now been brought before the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) for review.U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) has joined a bicameral amicus brief in support of former President Trump's appeal before SCOTUS in Trump v. Anderson. In the brief, lawmakers argue that the Colorado Supreme Court's decision disregards the fundamental principles of voter choice and fair elections."It’s...
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Amicus Brief Opposes Decision to Disqualify Trump from Colorado Presidential Primary Ballot
WASHINGTON – The decision by the Colorado Supreme Court to disqualify former President Donald Trump from the state's presidential primary ballot has received opposition in the form of a bicameral amicus brief. The brief, filed in support of Trump's appeal before the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS), argues that the ruling disregards voter choice and fair elections.U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) joined the amicus brief and expressed concerns about the Colorado Supreme Court's decision. He stated, "It’s ironic how liberals who claim to defend democracy are the...
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Senate EPW Committee Passes Senators Cramer and Coons’ Bipartisan PROVE IT Act
On Thursday, the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee passed the Providing Reliable, Objective, Verifiable Emissions Intensity and Transparency (PROVE IT) Act, introduced by U.S. Senators Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and Chris Coons (D-DE). The legislation received a vote of 14 to 5 in favor of its passage.The bipartisan PROVE IT Act aims to address greenhouse gas emissions by requiring the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to conduct a comprehensive study on the emissions intensity of certain products produced in the United States and in certain foreign countries....