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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Senator Cramer announces Palmer Luckey as guest for UAS summit
U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) announced that tech billionaire and defense entrepreneur Palmer Luckey will be his guest at this year’s Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Summit and Expo in Grand Forks on October 8 and 9.
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Senator Cramer attends beam signing ceremony at Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library
U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) participated in a beam signing ceremony on Wednesday to mark the significant progress on the construction of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in Medora. Construction began in the summer of 2023, and the library is slated to open in 2026.
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Senator Cramer reviews Theodore Roosevelt National Park construction progress
U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer visited Theodore Roosevelt National Park (TRNP) on Wednesday to review the progress of the ongoing reconstruction efforts on a six-mile section of the South Unit Scenic Loop Drive. The road has been closed for five years due to sinkholes and landslides that rendered it impassable.
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FAA awards over $6.6 million to North Dakota airports
The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced the allocation of $6,699,627 through the Airport Improvement Program (AIP) for various projects at airports across North Dakota.
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Senator Cramer discusses legislative efforts at Bismarck Memory Cafe
BISMARCK – The Bismarck Memory Cafe, a support group for individuals with Alzheimer’s or other types of dementia and their loved ones, meets monthly for fellowship and resource sharing. The gatherings feature guest speakers who share their knowledge and experience with the disease. Alzheimer's affects more than 13,000 North Dakotans, with 19,000 unpaid caregivers shouldering the responsibility of care.
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Eighth Circuit strikes down Biden administration pistol brace rule
The Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that the Biden administration’s attempt to ban pistol braces is "arbitrary and capricious." The court found that the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) rule lacked clear standards, making it difficult for citizens to determine compliance.
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Senator Cramer criticizes BLM's final resource management plan for North Dakota
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) released its final resource management plan (RMP) for North Dakota on Thursday. The plan will restrict access to coal and oil reserves under federal ownership, potentially impacting energy development and state revenues. Previously, U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND), a member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, led the North Dakota Congressional delegation in writing a letter to BLM outlining their concerns during the public comment period.
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University of North Dakota's EERC receives $5 million grant for Williston Basin partnership
The U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management announced the award of $5,000,000 to the University of North Dakota’s Energy & Environmental Research Center (EERC). This funding will enable the EERC to leverage its experience from past and ongoing efforts to build a Williston Basin partnership by providing technical assistance to project developers, regulators, and community stakeholders.
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Senator Cramer welcomes new soybean processing facility in Casselton
The North Dakota Soybean Processors (NDSP) held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday to celebrate the grand opening of its new facility in Casselton. NDSP, a joint venture between Japanese-owned CGB Enterprises Inc. and Minnesota Soybean Processors, announced that the new facility is expected to crush 42.5 million bushels of soybeans in the first year and create 50 to 60 new jobs once fully operational.
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North Dakota receives $548,860 from U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced the allocation of $548,860 to North Dakota. The funds will be distributed across two primary programs and initiatives.
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Senate passes resolution condemning attempted assassination of former President Trump
On August 2, 2024, the U.S. Senate unanimously passed a resolution condemning the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump during a political rally in Butler, Pennsylvania on July 13. The attack resulted in one fatality and left two others critically injured.
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Senator Cramer opposes proceeding with broad tax measure
U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued a statement after voting against the motion to proceed with the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act. The broad tax measure passed the House of Representatives earlier this year.
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FAA awards over $13 million for North Dakota airport projects
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced the allocation of $13,300,950 through the Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG) Program for projects at eight airports across North Dakota.
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Senator Cramer leads call for oversight hearing on $15 billion VA budget shortfall
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently announced a budget shortfall of nearly $15 billion. This includes $2.88 billion related to compensation, pension, and readjustment benefit payments at the Veterans Benefit Administration (VBA), and another $11.97 billion in medical care accounts at the Veterans Health Administration (VHA).
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Senator Cramer addresses funding challenges faced by Fargo's public transportation
Restrictions on the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Urbanized Area Formula Grants have negatively impacted Fargo’s Fiscal Year 2024 funding for its public transportation system. The restrictions now apply to Fargo because of the region’s population growth to over 200,000 people, which graduated from a Metropolitan Planning Organization to a Transportation Management Agency. This designation has removed a large degree of Fargo’s flexibility in using these funds, resulting in a budget shortfall for the city.
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FAA awards over $1.5 million to Lakota Airport Authority
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced the award of $1,532,700 to the Lakota Airport Authority through the Airport Improvement Program (AIP). This funding is designated for the final phase of a project aimed at rehabilitating 3,500 feet of existing paved Runway 15/33. The objective is to maintain structural integrity and minimize foreign object debris, thereby extending the runway's useful life.
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HHS awards $939,181 to University of North Dakota for rural healthcare support
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded $939,181 to the University of North Dakota (UND) through its Medicare Rural Hospital Flexibility Program (Flex). The Flex program aims to help rural hospitals stabilize and sustain their local healthcare infrastructure.
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FAA awards over $4.6 million for airport improvements in North Dakota
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced the allocation of $4,649,795 through the Airport Improvement Program (AIP) for projects at several airports across North Dakota.
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National Science Foundation awards $427,935 to North Dakota State University
The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) has announced the award of $427,935 to North Dakota State University through the Division of Civil, Mechanical and Manufacturing Innovation (CMMI). The funding will support a project titled “High-Yield Core Luminescent Silicon-Carbide Nanocrystals from Mixed Liquid Precursors.” This initiative aims to address manufacturing challenges related to the synthesis and processing of advanced fluorescent silicon carbide (SiC) quantum dots, spanning from precursor materials to the final product.
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Senators introduce bill recognizing remotely piloted aircraft crews' combat roles
On July 26, 2024, U.S. Senators Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and Jacky Rosen (D-NV), both members of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), introduced the Combat Action Recognition and Evaluation (CARE) for Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Crews Act. This bipartisan legislation aims to establish a status identifier for RPA crews who conduct combat operations, thereby increasing their access to services and providing proper recognition.