U.S. Sen. Kevin Cramer (R-N. Dak.)
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Bicameral Legislation Would Allow Pregnant Mothers to Receive Child Support
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and U.S. Representative Claudia Tenney (R-NY-24) have reintroduced the Unborn Child Support Act, a bicameral bill aimed at providing support to expecting mothers and their unborn children. The bill would allow mothers to receive child support from the father of their child during pregnancy."New mothers and unborn children deserve care from conception, and child support should reflect this. Modifying child support laws to allow pregnant mothers to receive it is commonsense and long overdue," said Senator Cramer.The Unborn...
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Senators Request DOJ Investigation Following Defacement of National Veterans Cemeteries
Several media outlets recently reported that pro-Palestinian protestors defaced the Los Angeles National Cemetery, where more than 80,000 veterans are buried. The protestors spray-painted “INTIFADA” and “FREE GAZA” on the grounds of the cemetery, along with a red, upside-down triangle.In response to this act of vandalism, U.S. Senators Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and Marco Rubio (R-FL) have sent a letter to U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland, urging the Department of Justice (DOJ) to immediately investigate the defacement of the national cemetery. The cemetery is run by the...
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Bicameral Amicus Brief Supports National Rifle Association in First Amendment Rights Case
A group of lawmakers has filed an amicus brief in support of the National Rifle Association (NRA) in a case that addresses constitutional First Amendment rights and state overreach. The case, National Rifle Association v. Vullo, involves a lawsuit by the NRA against Maria Vullo, the former superintendent of New York State's Financial Services Department.In 2018, Vullo called on local banks and insurers to sever ties with gun rights advocacy groups, including the NRA, citing "reputational risks" as the reason. Several organizations ended their partnerships with the NRA to...
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Sen. Cramer Statement: EPA Proposes Plan to Enforce Burdensome Methane Emission Fees
BISMARCK — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) has expressed his concerns over the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposal to implement the Methane Emissions Reduction Program. The program, included in the Democrats' Inflation Reduction Act, seeks to impose a hefty fee on the production and transportation of methane emissions from oil and gas operations.In a statement, Senator Cramer criticized the Democrats and their allies for pushing through the Inflation Reduction Act, which he believes will impose burdensome regulations on domestic energy. He expressed his...
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NSF Awards Over $300,000 to NDSU for Study on Pulsatile Helical Flow
The National Science Foundation (NSF) has recently awarded North Dakota State University (NDSU) a grant of $304,842 to conduct a comprehensive study on pulsatile helical flow. This research project, which will investigate the scaling laws, stability, and helicity control of this type of flow, is expected to significantly contribute to the fields of general fluid dynamics, biological flow, and physiology.The NSF recognizes the potential impact of this project beyond the realm of scientific research. As part of its objectives, the grant aims to involve undergraduate...
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Senator Cramer Announces Mobile Office Hours in Hazelton and Steele
U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) has announced that his staff will be holding mobile office hours in Hazelton and Steele on Thursday, January 25. The purpose of these mobile office hours is to bring the services offered by the Senator's office closer to the constituents who need them.Senator Cramer expressed the importance of these mobile office opportunities, stating, "Since it's not always possible for people to travel to my in-state offices, these mobile office opportunities help bring the services we offer closer to the constituents who need them." He further added,...
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Senators Introduce Bill to Allow States to Utilize Temporary Structures to Secure Border
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) have introduced the Creating Obstructions Necessary to Address Illegal and Nefarious Entry Rapidly (CONTAINER) Act, a bill that would enable border states to take action to secure the international border of the United States. The legislation comes in response to the ongoing crisis at the southern border, which has seen over eight million illegal border crossings and more than five million apprehensions since President Biden took office in 2021.The CONTAINER Act aims to address the...
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Senators Cramer, Capito Push Back Against SEC’s Burdensome Climate Disclosure Rule
On Tuesday, Senators Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) expressed their concerns regarding the Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) proposed rule on climate-related disclosures for publicly-traded companies. In a letter addressed to SEC Chair Gary Gensler, the senators argued that the adoption of this rule would hinder domestic energy producers' access to capital and result in higher energy prices.The senators questioned the SEC's jurisdiction in this matter, stating, "Congress did not change the SEC's regulatory authority, and in fact, the...
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Sen. Cramer, Colleagues Express Concerns, Request Answers on Secretary Austin’s Recent Hospitalization
In a recent development that has raised concerns among lawmakers, it was revealed that the Department of Defense (DOD) failed to inform key officials and members of Congress about Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's recent hospitalization. Senator Kevin Cramer, along with Senator Roger Wicker and every Republican member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, has written a letter to Secretary Austin, expressing their concerns and requesting answers regarding the breakdown in communication.Secretary Austin was admitted to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on...
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Resolution Condemns Attacks by Iran Militia Groups on U.S. Forces, Emphasizes Importance of Deterring Attacks
WASHINGTON – In response to the ongoing attacks by Iranian military proxies on the armed forces of the United States in Iraq and Syria, Senators Kevin Cramer (R-ND), Chris Coons (D-DE), and Ted Cruz (R-TX) have introduced S. Res 515, a resolution that condemns these attacks and emphasizes the urgency of deterring future ones.The need for this resolution was underscored by a recent drone attack on the Erbil Air Base in northern Iraq, carried out by an Iran-affiliated militant group. Three service members, including U.S. Army pilot Garrett Illerbrunn, were wounded in the...
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Senators Cramer, King Introduce Legislation to Expand Pre-Enrollment for Combat Veterans
WASHINGTON – Senators Kevin Cramer, Angus King, Mike Rounds, and Joe Manchin have introduced the Combat Veterans Pre-Enrollment Act of 2023, a bipartisan legislation aimed at expanding pre-enrollment for combat veterans in the Veterans Healthcare Administration (VHA) system. The bill will allow veterans currently serving in a theater of combat operations to pre-enroll into the VHA system six months prior to their discharge, ensuring immediate access to healthcare upon separation.Currently, transitioning servicemembers must wait until they have left the service and...
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Sen. Cramer, Colleagues Introduce Legislation Allowing Tribal Governments to Obtain Federal Surplus Property
U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and a group of bipartisan colleagues have introduced the GSA Disposal Process Tribal Parity Act of 2024. This legislation aims to amend the General Service Administration's (GSA) disposal process for surplus federal property, specifically by incorporating tribal governments into the process. Currently, when the federal government determines that a property is surplus, state and local governments have the opportunity to apply for its acquisition at below market value if it is for public use. However, tribal governments have been excluded...
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Sen. Cramer Statement: North Dakota’s Motion to Intervene in Litigation Against EPA Granted
U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) expressed his satisfaction after the state of North Dakota's motion to intervene in a lawsuit against the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was granted. The litigation, filed by the Sierra Club, involves 37 states, with North Dakota being the only one to intervene.Cramer highlighted the issue of "sweetheart sue-and-settle deals" between the EPA and environmental groups, stating, "I'm glad to see Attorney General Wrigley was successful in intervening." He further criticized the Biden administration for disregarding the state's rights...
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Senator Cramer Mourns the Passing of Former North Dakota Senator Dwight Cook
U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer of North Dakota expressed his sadness over the passing of former state Senator Dwight Cook of Mandan. Senator Cramer, who had known Cook for a long time, shared his memories of their friendship and highlighted Cook's contributions to the state."I was very sad to learn of Dwight's passing," Senator Cramer said. "I've known Dwight for a long time, since I was in high school in Kindred when Dwight sponsored and coached a softball team. Dwight was a softball aficionado, kind of like he was a tax expert. He was serious, he was knowledgeable, even...
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Sen. Cramer: Standing Rock Sioux Tribe Receives $1.5 Million for Early Childhood, Family Services
The Standing Rock Sioux Tribe has received a substantial financial boost to support early childhood and family services. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has awarded the tribe a grant of $1,564,410 for their Head Start and Early Head Start Programs. This funding will be utilized to enhance early childhood learning, health, and development initiatives, as well as provide crucial family and community support services.According to Senator Cramer, who has been instrumental in advocating for tribal communities, this grant will play a vital role in improving the...
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USDA Rural Development Awards Over $300,000 for Projects in North Dakota
The U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development has recently awarded a total of $307,665 to various programs and initiatives in North Dakota. These funds will be used to support a range of projects across the state.One recipient of the funding is Kidder County, which will receive $31,300. This money will be used to purchase a law enforcement vehicle, enhancing the county's ability to ensure public safety.The City of Cooperstown has also been awarded $41,000. This funding will be used to purchase maintenance equipment and a utility vehicle, contributing to the...
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Sen. Cramer: USDA Rural Development Awards $88,900 to the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians
The Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians has received a substantial grant of $88,900 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development. This funding will be used to acquire essential emergency response equipment that will greatly benefit the tribe.The grant will enable the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians to purchase vital equipment including a cardiac monitor, CPR assistance machine, and trauma response bags. These resources are crucial in providing timely and effective emergency medical care to community members.Senator Cramer, in a...
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Sen. Cramer: NIFA Awards $262,500 to NDSU to Empower Women Leaders in Agribusiness Education
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) has awarded $262,500 to North Dakota State University (NDSU) to address the shortage of experts in agricultural management and economics. In addition to this, the grant aims to empower women and underrepresented groups in the agriculture and food production sector.NIFA's investment of $3.2 million in Food and Ag Sciences National Needs Graduate and Post-grad Fellowship Grants includes these funds for NDSU. The National Needs Fellowship program offered by NIFA aims to train students...
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Sen. Cramer, Colleagues Call on DOL to Utilize Schedule A Shortage Occupation List, Address Workforce Shortages
U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer and several of his colleagues have written a letter to Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su, urging the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) to take advantage of the Schedule A Shortage Occupation list in order to tackle the workforce shortages that the country is currently facing. The list, which was established in 1965, was designed to streamline the process of hiring international talent. However, it has not been updated since 2005 and currently only includes two professions - professional nurses and physical therapists - which no longer meet the...
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Sen. Cramer: HHS Awards More Than $1.5 Million for Health Care Services
The U.S Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced that it will be providing a significant financial boost to the Northland Health Partners Community in Turtle Lake, North Dakota. A sum of $1,501,596 has been awarded to support health care services in the area.This funding comes as part of the Health Resources and Services Administration's (HRSA) Health Center Cluster grant program, which aims to provide financial assistance to community health centers across the United States. The program plays a crucial role in ensuring that underserved communities have...