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The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Eddy County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

Hoeven Statement on Biden EPA MATS, Power Sector Rules Imposing Costly Regulations on Coal-Fired Electric

WASHINGTON – Senator John Hoeven expressed his concerns regarding the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) final regulations on the nation's power sector, particularly the new Mercury and Air Toxic Standards (MATS) rule impacting coal-fired electric power plants.Hoeven criticized the Biden administration for reviving the MATS rule, stating, "President Biden and his administration continue to take the wrong approach to energy development in the U.S., handcuffing our producers with unworkable regulations and raising costs for consumers." He emphasized the importance of...

Hoeven: NPS to Maintain Wild Horses at Theodore Roosevelt National Park

WASHINGTON – Senator John Hoeven announced today that the National Park Service (NPS) has committed to maintaining the wild horses at Theodore Roosevelt National Park (TRNP). The decision comes after Senator Hoeven's successful efforts to preserve the wild horses at the park."These wild horses are emblematic of President Theodore Roosevelt’s time in North Dakota, a formative experience that shaped his presidency and lasting legacy," said Senator Hoeven.The NPS will halt its proposed removal of horses at TRNP and will keep the existing management plan in place. This move...

Sen. Cramer: FAA Awards More Than $4 Million to Airports Across North Dakota

BISMARCK – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced the award of $4,093,055 to three airports in North Dakota for various projects and initiatives aimed at enhancing airport infrastructure and safety.Sen. Cramer expressed his approval of the funding, stating, "This critical funding will help North Dakota airports make necessary infrastructure upgrades to ensure the safety and efficiency of air travel in the state."The funds will be allocated as follows: $2,918,323 to the Grand Forks Regional Airport Authority for runway...

North Dakota Files Lawsuit Challenging BLM’s Onerous, Duplicative Methane Rule

BISMARCK – On Thursday, North Dakota was joined by Montana, Texas, and Wyoming in filing a lawsuit in North Dakota Federal District Court challenging the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) newly finalized Waste Prevention, Production Subject to Royalties, and Resource Conservation Rule.The rule, which establishes a new royalty on flared gas, institutes monthly limits on allowable flaring, and adds new application requirements for operators regarding their ability to capture natural gas before they can obtain a drilling permit, has sparked criticism from various states....

EPA Finalizes Impractical and Discriminatory Power Generation Rules, Jeopardizing U.S. Power Grid

BISMARCK – On Thursday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced final rulemakings concerning fossil fuel electric generation, a move that has sparked concerns about the stability of the U.S. power grid. These regulations are seen as detrimental to the coal industry and have raised alarms about the future of power generation in America.Senator Cramer criticized the regulations, stating, “The Biden administration has been infiltrated by radical environmentalists and has outsourced its policy making decisions to them versus the engineers running the grid.”...

1 gas station in cities throughout Dickey County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Apr. 20

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Dickey County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

U.S. Air Force Awards General Atomics Contract Through CCA Program

The United States Air Force has chosen General Atomics as one of the two remaining vendors in the next phase of the Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) drone program. Senator Cramer congratulated General Atomics for their innovative aircraft design and leadership in unmanned systems. He emphasized the importance of their role in aviation modernization and national security objectives.General Atomics was tasked by the Air Force Research Laboratory to develop the XQ-67A Off-Board Sensing Station (OBSS) in 2021, which is seen as a significant advancement in drone technology....

UND’s Energy and Environment Research Center Receives $11.6 Million for Enhanced Oil Recovery

The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management (FECM) has announced that the University of North Dakota (UND) Energy and Environmental Research Center will be the recipient of a substantial grant. The center will receive $11,600,000 to conduct research on enhanced oil recovery techniques.The funding is designated for investigating the effects of injecting CO2 into an unconventional reservoir in the Bakken Formation. This research aims to not only increase oil and gas production but also to extend the lifespans of wells in the area. The...

Bicameral, Bipartisan Legislation Recognizes April 2024 as Second Chance Month

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) have introduced a bipartisan, bicameral resolution in the Senate to designate April 2024 as “Second Chance Month.” The initiative aims to bring attention to the challenges faced by individuals reentering society after serving their sentences.“Forgiveness and dignity are fundamental parts of our faith, and Second Chance month is an affirmation of our commitment to redemption and the inherent dignity of every individual,” said Cramer. “Reentry into society has its challenges, but our...

1 gas station in cities throughout Dickey County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Apr. 20

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Dickey County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Eddy County in week ending Apr. 20?

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Eddy County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

DOE Selects Microbeam Technologies Inc. to Receive More Than $2.4 Million

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has chosen Microbeam Technologies Incorporated, based in Grand Forks, North Dakota, to be the recipient of $2,499,978 in funding. This significant financial support will enable the company to advance its operations in a crucial manner.The funding will be utilized by Microbeam Technologies Incorporated to implement a bench-scale system aimed at exhibiting the capability to extract and manufacture high-purity gallium and germanium. These elements will be sourced from a lignite-derived, mixed rare earth element concentrate...

Senator John Hoeven Supports National Security Supplemental Funding

WASHINGTON – Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Defense Appropriations Committee, issued a statement following Congress's approval of national security supplemental funding legislation."With increasing unrest around the globe, including Iran’s recent attack on Israel, it’s more important than ever that we stand with Israel as they defend themselves against Hamas," Senator Hoeven emphasized.He continued, stating, "I continue to believe that U.S. support for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan should be focused on military assistance, and more than half of the assistance...

Senate Passes Stronger National Security Supplemental Package