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The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Morton County was found at one gas station in the week ending Jan. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Dickey County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Jan. 13

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Dickey County was found at one gas station in the week ending Jan. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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...

Armstrong Joins Amicus Brief Supporting President Trump’s Colorado Ballot Disqualification Appeal

WASHINGTON – Congressman Kelly Armstrong (R-ND) has joined a Supreme Court amicus brief in the case Donald J. Trump v. Norma Anderson, et al., showing his support for the challenge against the State of Colorado's decision to disqualify former President Trump from its ballot. The brief, signed by 137 House Republicans and 42 Senate Republicans, urges the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn the decision.In a statement, Congressman Armstrong said, "It’s telling that the supposed 'pro-democracy' party is so adamant about keeping a political opponent off the ballot. Voters decide...

Hoeven Votes Against Government Funding Extension

Senator John Hoeven, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, expressed his opposition to a continuing resolution that would extend government funding. In a statement, Hoeven emphasized the need for the government to return to regular order and pass annual appropriations bills while reducing spending and addressing the nation's priorities."We need to get back to regular order to pass the appropriations bills on an annual basis while reducing spending and funding our priorities," said Hoeven. He further added, "I will continue to work to get us back to regular...

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...

Hoeven Joins Cruz Amicus Brief Challenging Colorado's Disqualification of Trump from Ballot

Senator John Hoeven (R-N.D.) has joined a Supreme Court amicus brief, led by Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas), in the case Donald J. Trump v. Norma Anderson, et al., challenging the State of Colorado's disqualification of former President Trump from the state's ballot. The amicus brief urges the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn the decision made by the Colorado Supreme Court.In a statement, Senator Hoeven expressed his belief that "elections should be decided at the ballot box, not at the discretion of state officials." He further criticized the Colorado Supreme Court's decision,...

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...

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....

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...

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Eddy County in week ending Jan. 13?

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Eddy County was found at one gas station in the week ending Jan. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

Cheapest premium gas in cities across Dickey County in week ending Jan. 13

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Dickey County was found at one gas station in the week ending Jan. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

Hoeven, Rubio Call for Investigation of Pro-Palestinian Protestors Defacing Los Angeles National Cemetery

WASHINGTON – Senator John Hoeven (R-N.D.) and Senator Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) are leading an effort calling on the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to investigate the recent defacement of the Los Angeles National Cemetery by pro-Palestinian protesters. The senators are urging for the perpetrators to be held accountable for violating federal law."Veterans represent the best of America. The men and women who serve in the U.S. military exemplify the sacrifice, determination, and bravery that all Americans should strive for," wrote Hoeven and Rubio in a joint statement. "Like...

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...

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Dickey County in week ending Jan. 13?

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Dickey County was found at one gas station in the week ending Jan. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Morton County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Jan. 13

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Morton County was found at one gas station in the week ending Jan. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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...

Hoeven, Budd File Amicus Brief Supporting First & Second Amendment Rights in Supreme Court Case