U.S. Sen. Kevin Cramer (R-N. Dak.)
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Recent News About U.S. Sen. Kevin Cramer (R-N. Dak.)
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Senate confirms Scott Turner as HUD Secretary with bipartisan support
The United States Senate has confirmed Scott Turner as the 19th Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) with a vote count of 54 to 44. U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer, who serves on the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee,...
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Senate examines impacts of debanking in banking committee hearing
The Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee convened a hearing in Washington, D.C., to address concerns about the practice of debanking by financial institutions.
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Doug Collins confirmed as Secretary of Veterans Affairs by U.S. Senate
The United States Senate has confirmed Doug Collins as the Secretary of Veterans Affairs.
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Court dismisses challenge against FHWA's greenhouse gas emissions regulation
In November 2023, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) introduced a rule mandating state departments of transportation and metropolitan planning organizations to measure greenhouse gas emissions on highways and set reduction targets.
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Army Corps awards $10M contract for FM diversion project
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has awarded a $10,097,097 contract to BCSS, LLC.
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Doug Burgum confirmed as Secretary of the Interior by U.S. Senate
The United States Senate has confirmed Doug Burgum, former Governor of North Dakota, as Secretary of the Interior with a vote tally of 79 to 18. U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer from North Dakota expressed his support for Burgum's nomination, stating...
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Cramer presses nominee on delay in forming Western Water Cooperative Committee
The Senate Armed Services Committee convened a hearing to assess the nomination of Dan Driscoll for Secretary of the Army.
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Legislation introduced to ensure AM radio remains available in all new vehicles
Each week, nearly 47 million Americans rely on AM radio for news, sports, weather, and emergency alerts.
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Senate confirms Lee Zeldin as new EPA Administrator
The United States Senate has confirmed Lee Zeldin as the 17th Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
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Senate committee examines DOD's acquisition challenges amid global competition
The Department of Defense (DOD) is under scrutiny for its slow acquisition processes, which have delayed the delivery of advanced technologies to military personnel.
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Senator Cramer addresses veteran healthcare access at committee hearing
The Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee convened to discuss the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Community Care program, highlighting the challenges veterans face in accessing healthcare services through both VA direct care systems and...
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Senator Kevin Cramer receives award at UAS Summit alongside Anduril founder
The Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Summit and Expo is currently underway in Grand Forks, North Dakota. This 18th annual event has drawn numerous leaders and policymakers from the UAS industry nationwide.
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Cramer leads effort against federal highway emissions rule
In November 2023, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) implemented a rule requiring state departments of transportation and metropolitan planning organizations to measure greenhouse gas emissions on highways and set declining targets. U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND), a leading figure in the Senate Environment and Public Works Subcommittee on Transportation and Infrastructure, spearheaded a bipartisan resolution disapproving this rule. The resolution passed the Senate in April with a vote of 53 to 47, reflecting Congress's stance against what it sees as FHWA overreach.
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Wildfires devastate western North Dakota prompting statewide emergency declaration
Over the weekend, several large wildfires in western North Dakota caused significant damage to property and communities, resulting in one death and serious injuries to another individual. In response, North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum declared a statewide fire emergency on October 3 to facilitate necessary response and recovery actions.
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Senators introduce resolution condemning October 7 Hamas attack on Israel
U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer from North Dakota, alongside Senator Joni Ernst and other Republican senators, introduced a resolution condemning the attack by Iran-backed Hamas on Israel that occurred a year ago. This attack resulted in approximately 1,200 deaths and 251 hostages taken, with 97 still missing today, including seven Americans.
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Legislation supporting Alzheimer's treatment signed into law
Two significant legislative measures aimed at combating Alzheimer's disease have been enacted into law. U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer from North Dakota co-sponsored both the National Alzheimer's Project (NAPA) Reauthorization Act and the Alzheimer’s Accountability and Investment Act, marking notable progress in efforts to prevent and treat Alzheimer's.
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Senators urge DOJ action on non-citizen voting ahead of presidential election
As concerns about non-citizens voting in federal elections increase, reports from Virginia and Texas indicate that thousands of non-citizens have been found on voter rolls. In response, U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer from North Dakota has joined forces with U.S. Senator Bill Hagerty of Tennessee to address these issues through a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland.
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Defense awards $19 million contract for fuel storage at Cavalier Space Force Station
The U.S. Department of Defense has awarded a contract worth $19,129,000 to HCPA-GARCO for the construction of an emergency power plant-fuel storage facility at Cavalier Space Force Station. The project is scheduled for completion by December 9, 2026, with work taking place in Cavalier. The contracting activity is being managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Omaha District.
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Bipartisan bill aims to expand VA burial benefits for veterans' families
U.S. Senators Kevin Cramer and John Fetterman have introduced the Dennis and Lois Krisfalusy Act, a bipartisan effort to amend current regulations concerning burial benefits provided by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The proposed legislation seeks to remove existing restrictions that only allow the VA to provide burial markers or headstones for spouses and dependent children who died between November 11, 1998, and October 1, 2025.
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USDA invests over $9 million in North Dakota infrastructure projects
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development has announced a substantial investment of $9,685,000 for infrastructure projects in North Dakota. This funding aims to support various developments across the state.