Press Releases

BISMARCK, N.D. – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement on the passing of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC): "I was shocked by the news about Senator Graham this morning. The man was a joy to serve with. I just can’t imagine going to work in the Senate without Lindsey. I’m so sad for his family and pray for them to feel God’s love as they mourn their loss. His counsel and savvy will be deeply missed in the Senate. Lindsey had a unique ability to navigate the biggest... CONTINUE READING

VALLEY CITY, N.D. – Valley City is bringing its homefront history to life with the grand opening of a new World War II Heritage Trail and museum exhibit at the Barnes County Museum. The new additions come after a campaign by the Barnes County Historical Society to have Valley City named North Dakota’s World War II Heritage City—a campaign the North Dakota congressional delegation advocated for in a letter they sent to the National Park Service (NPS) in 2024. The NPS made the designation official... CONTINUE READING

VALLEY CITY, N.D. – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded $282,000 to support flood risk mitigation efforts in Cavalier and Crystal. The funding includes: $144,000 to Cavalier for project scoping to identify potential flood risk reduction and mitigation activities. $138,000 to Crystal for project scoping to identify flood risk reduction solutions that address existing flooding challenges. CONTINUE READING

MINOT, N.D. – Leadership of one of America’s premier bomber wings officially changed hands today as Col. John Burrell assumed command of the 5th Bomb Wing at Minot Air Force Base (AFB), succeeding Col. Jesse Lamarand during a change of command ceremony. U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND), chair of the Senate Armed Services Airland Subcommittee, conveyed his deep appreciation and respect to Lamarand for his leadership and service while congratulating Burrell as he takes command. “I’ve really... CONTINUE READING

***Click here for media resources.*** MINOT, N.D. – Defense leaders and U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND), chair of the Senate Armed Services Airland Subcommittee, joined Airmen and families today at Minot Air Force Base for a 91st Missile Wing change of command ceremony. During the ceremony, Col. George Chapman assumed command of the 91st Missile Wing, succeeding Col. Jimmy Schlabach. As commander, Chapman will lead more than 1,800 Airmen and civilians responsible for the nation’s land-based... CONTINUE READING

BISMARCK, N.D. – The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced an award of $24 million to replace three bridges over the Red River of the North through the Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) grant program. These bridges span North Dakota and Minnesota, linking the two states. This cooperative project will include replacing three Parker steel high truss bridges with clear-span designs and 850-foot abutments. These bridge replacements will ensure safety, remove... CONTINUE READING

BISMARCK, N.D. – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) joined broadband providers and industry leaders at the Broadband Association of North Dakota’s Summer Conference today, highlighting North Dakota’s position as a national leader in expanding high-speed internet access and its path toward becoming the first state in the nation with universal broadband coverage. Addressing attendees in Bismarck, Cramer credited years of strategic investment in fiber infrastructure—stretching back to his days... CONTINUE READING

HHS Announces More Than $4.7 Million in Grants to North Dakota Recipients BISMARCK, N.D. – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced eight grant awards totaling $4,778,002 for projects related to maternal and child health, mental health services, nursing education, and biomedical research in North Dakota. The funding will be distributed as follows: $1,012,517 to the University of North Dakota for biomedical research regarding disease epigenomics. $763,614 to the Turtle... CONTINUE READING

MEDORA, N.D. – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) recognized God’s master plan and the healing power of the Badlands at the ceremony officially opening the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library. He joined Roosevelt family members, state and federal officials and hundreds of citizens, capping off a week of activities in this historic Western North Dakota town. Click here to watch Cramer's remarks “God put it all here first,” said Cramer. “Do you think when He made the Badlands with their healing... CONTINUE READING

MEDORA, N.D. – As part of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library (TRPL) grand opening celebration, U.S. Senators Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) participated in a fireside chat today in the library’s auditorium. The auditorium’s panoramic views overlooking the national park named in Teddy Roosevelt’s honor was a fitting backdrop to the senators’ conversation on Roosevelt’s legacy in government, conservation, and the principle of multiple use. Cramer and Gillibrand have... CONTINUE READING

MEDORA, N.D. – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) announced today the North Dakota Air National Guard 119th Wing, known as the Happy Hooligans, will be doing a flyover at the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library. The Happy Hooligans, based in Fargo, will fly an MQ-9 Reaper, which Air Force Chief of Staff General Kenneth Wilsbach recently referred to as the MVP of Operation Epic Fury. While the original flyover plan was scuttled by the military due to “real-life circumstances,” and with very... CONTINUE READING

BISMARCK, N.D. – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced $31,968,035 in Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grants for airports across North Dakota. The funding will be distributed as follows: $8,818,680 to the Bismarck Municipal Airport to rehabilitate Runway 3/21 and Taxiways D, D1, D2, and D3; reconstruct runway and taxiway lighting; construct runway safety area improvements and a blast pad; and complete associated airfield safety... CONTINUE READING

BISMARCK, N.D. – The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced an award of $24,000,000 to the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) for the I-94 State of Good Repair Project through the Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) grant program. This funding will support the replacement of an approximately 10-mile stretch of westbound I-94 with modern pavement, addressing buckling failures and improving the roadway’s long-term durability. High-tension cable... CONTINUE READING

BISMARCK, N.D. – North Dakota’s natural resources are playing a significant role in meeting the mineral needs of America’s economy and geopolitical strength. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has made the University of North Dakota’s (UND) College of Engineering and Mines eligible for funding for its groundbreaking extraction of critical minerals and rare earth elements from North Dakota’s abundant lignite coal. This strategic collaboration reduces U.S. dependence on foreign suppliers like... CONTINUE READING

BISMARCK, N.D. – The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded $1,937,612 to North Dakota State University (NDSU). The funding will be distributed as follows: $1,360,963 to study the ability of plants to tolerate and adapt to extreme heat. $576,649 to develop a miniature imaging system to monitor brain activity and cerebrospinal fluid movement within the skull. CONTINUE READING

BISMARCK, N.D. – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced the award of $7,508,314 for the following programs and initiatives across North Dakota: $2,697,431 to the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services (NDHHS) to enhance the state’s efforts to prevent and respond to vaccine-preventable diseases. $2,143,709 to NDHHS to support cancer prevention and control programs. $982,495 to NDHHS for efforts supporting cardiovascular health. $850,000 to NDHHS for... CONTINUE READING

BISMARCK, N.D. – The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced $4,860,937 to North Dakota airports through the Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG) program. $4,713,687 to the Williston Basin International Airport. This project constructs a new 9,600 square foot hangar for aircraft storage and maintenance. $147,250 to the Ellendale Municipal Airport. This project reconstructs 2,200 feet of existing hangar area airport access road, reconstructs existing... CONTINUE READING

BISMARCK, N.D. - The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced the recipients of more than $11 million in grants for public health, early childhood education and workforce enhancement. A total of $11,012,412 will be distributed to six recipients as follows: $5,210,000 to the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services for the Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) Cooperative Agreement, enabling the state to better prepare for and recover from public health... CONTINUE READING

BISMARCK, N.D. – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced three Brownfields and Land Revitalization Program awards totaling $1.9 million. The funding will be distributed as follows: $1,000,000 to the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe to assess and clean up asbestos, lead-based paint, and polychlorinated biphenyl contamination at two priority sites, including a former paleontology building. $500,000 to the South Central Dakota Regional Council to assess asbestos, lead-based paint, and... CONTINUE READING

BISMARCK, N.D. – The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) awarded $3,186,404 to Grand Forks Public Schools. These funds are distributed through Head Start Projects. The award supports Head Start and Early Head Start programs, which promote early childhood learning, health and development initiatives, as well as family and community support services. CONTINUE READING