Press Releases

BISMARCK – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) joined Washington Watch with Tony Perkins today to discuss the first day of the Senate Judiciary Committee hearings on the nomination of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court. Click here to listen. CONTINUE READING

***Click here to download video. Click here for audio.*** BISMARCK – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND)  a Senate Budget Committee and Senate Banking Committee member, joined CNBC’s Squawk Box this morning to discuss the latest on COVID-19 relief package negotiations and Supreme Court nominee Judge Amy Coney Barrett.  Click Here to Watch CONTINUE READING

BISMARCK – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) announced today the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) awarded the following two grants totaling $787,382: $499,984 to Central Regional Education Association for DOJ’s STOP School Violence Program, and$287,398 to the North Dakota Attorney General’s office for state and local law enforcement task forces to develop responses to online enticement of children by sexual predators and child exploitation. CONTINUE READING

BISMARCK – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND), a Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee member, delivered remarks at the North Dakota Stockmen’s Association annual convention today.“North Dakota’s ranchers are a foundational part of our state who contribute to America’s economic and national security,” said Senator Cramer. “Since coming to the Senate, I have worked closely with my colleagues and the Trump Administration to reduce bureaucratic regulatory hurdles, defend... CONTINUE READING

***Click here to download audio.***BISMARCK – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement today on a federal judge in Wyoming vacating the Obama Administration’s methane venting and flaring rule:“The Obama Administration’s methane rule infringed on state authority and was a direct attack on American energy jobs. When Senate Democrats in 2017 inexplicably voted to keep the rule, the Trump Administration was left with the lengthy process of repealing and replacing it. I am glad... CONTINUE READING

***Click here to download audio.***BISMARCK – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND), a Senate Banking Committee member, issued the following statement on the Trump Administration modifying the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) forgiveness process for smaller loans:“I appreciate Treasury Secretary Mnuchin and Small Business Administrator Carranza trying to make the forgiveness process easier for small businesses, but these changes are not good enough. The process still violates legislative intent... CONTINUE READING

BISMARCK – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) joined an amicus brief led by Senator Roger Wicker (R-MS) supporting Capitol Hill Baptist Church’s lawsuit against Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser, whose order bans outdoor church services of more than 100 people, regardless of social distancing and mask wearing.“The Mayor’s discrimination against houses of worship rests on a mistaken, and unconstitutional, premise that one particular exercise of free speech—a church’s desire to gather together... CONTINUE READING

BISMARCK – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) announced today the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Office of Rural Development awarded the following two grants to improve distance learning and telemedicine: $985,399 to Avera Health to provide telemedicine in 66 counties across the upper midwest, and$83,955 to Maddock Public School to purchase distance learning equipment. CONTINUE READING

BISMARCK – This week, U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) thanked frontline health care workers during his remarks at the annual North Dakota Medical Association (NDMA) meeting, which was held this year as a webinar.“I am tremendously grateful for the work of the North Dakota Medical Association members, and all of our state’s health care workers, especially during a year of such uncertainty,” said Senator Cramer. “They rose to the challenge, and our families and communities are safer and... CONTINUE READING

***Click here to download video. Click here for audio.***BISMARCK — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) spoke to Neil Cavuto on Fox Business today about the presidential election and early voting.Click Here to Watch CONTINUE READING

BISMARCK – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) announced today the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) awarded $185,000 to North Dakota State University (NDSU). The funds will be used integrate advanced research equipment into studies of the nutrient supply of beef cattle. CONTINUE READING

BISMARCK — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) announced today the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) awarded $270,000 to the North Dakota Attorney General’s office. The funds will be used to enhance crime victim specialist programs within law enforcement and connect rural victims with services throughout the legal process. CONTINUE READING

BISMARCK – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement on the passing of former Senator Mark Andrews:“Mark Andrews was a giant to me. He was the first U.S. Senator I ever met. I am honored to have worked for him and to have known him. Together, Mark and Mary were a political force for good, always putting the interests of North Dakota first. Thank you, Mark! CONTINUE READING

BISMARCK – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) announced today the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Fossil Energy awarded $150,000 to the University of North Dakota (UND). The funds are part of a nationwide DOE investment and will be used to develop conceptual designs of technologies which will extract critical minerals and rare earth elements from coal sources.“Critical mineral supply chains are vital to our economic and national security. The Trump administration recognizes... CONTINUE READING

BISMARCK – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND), Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works Subcommittee on Water, announced today the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is accepting public comment on its inundated and submerged roads policy. “It’s good FEMA is willing to listen to and work with North Dakotans,” said Senator Cramer. “Recent flooding made many of our roads completely inoperable, leaving citizens in harm’s way and farmers unable to access their... CONTINUE READING

BISMARCK – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement on President Donald J. Trump signing S. 227, Savanna’s Act, into law today:“Thanks to President Trump for signing Savanna’s Act into law and for his steadfast protection of the most vulnerable among us. Savanna’s life was lost far too early. I hope this legislation serves as a remembrance of her story and prevents other tragedies from occurring.”Savanna’s Act, named in memory of North Dakota resident Savanna... CONTINUE READING

***Click here for media resources.***WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement after meeting with Judge Amy Coney Barrett, President Donald J. Trump’s nominee for Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court:“It was an honor to sit down with President Trump’s outstanding choice for the Supreme Court and discuss her judicial philosophy, especially when it comes to cooperative federalism and the proper role of states. Judge Barrett is an accomplished... CONTINUE READING

***Click here for audio from Senator Cramer.******Click here for audio from Senator Hoeven.***WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and John Hoeven (R-ND) joined Senator Mike Rounds (R-SD) in introducing legislation to reform the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), which is in charge of making wetland determinations.“Defending the private property rights of North Dakotans is one of my highest priorities,” said Senator Cramer. “This... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND), a Senate Budget Committee member, issued the following statement on Congress passing a Continuing Resolution (CR) today to fund the government through December 11:“The only option worse than a Continuing Resolution is a government shutdown. It hamstrings our military and creates uncertainty throughout the federal government. I am grateful there won’t be a shutdown, but I hope we can come together and pass a real appropriations bill.”While imperfect,... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) announced today the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) awarded the following two grants totaling $3,123,685: $2,428,987 to the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians, and$694,698 to the Spirit Lake Tribe.The funds will be used for sexual assault victims programs to provide one-on-one assistance, therapy services, and legal assistance. CONTINUE READING