Press Releases

BISMARCK – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) sent a letter to Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Chairman Neil Chatterjee expressing his concern over the reliability and resilience of our nation’s electricity system.  Click here to download the official letter. The text of the letter is as follows: Chairman Chatterjee: I am writing with continued concern for the reliability and resilience of our Nation’s electricity system.  While consumers currently experience relatively stable... CONTINUE READING

BISMARCK – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) announced today he will visit the southern border on Tuesday, August 27.“There is a crisis at the southern border,” said Senator Cramer as he announced the tour. “I am going to El Paso to see this crisis first hand and to hear from our law enforcement on the ground about what they need from us.” Senator Cramer will use his visit to observe border wall construction, port of entry operations, detention facilities,... CONTINUE READING

BISMARCK – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) delivered remarks on conservation and private property rights at the America’s Grassland Conference today.“This conference brought us together to highlight and craft innovative conservation solutions for our nation’s grasslands. I would ask that as we build conservation plans and priorities, we start with the cornerstone of respecting landowners,” said Senator Cramer. “The most successful conservation programs are achieved when the stewards... CONTINUE READING

BISMARCK – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) met with the North Dakota chapter of the Backcountry Hunters & Anglers (BHA) today.“We discussed legislation to help find a cure for Chronic Wasting Disease,” said Senator Cramer. “I assured them their voice had been heard and highlighted the bills I support to address this issue.” Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) is a contagious neurological disease affecting elk, deer, and moose. It causes degeneration of the brains of infected animals... CONTINUE READING

***Click here for audio.*** BISMARCK — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) today launched his Veterans Advisory Board, a group of North Dakota veterans the Senator will meet with regularly to advise him on public policy affecting veterans.“In the six years I served in the House of Representatives, this Advisory Board helped shape the policies I supported and the bills I introduced,” said Senator Cramer. “Now, I have reformed this committee and added more people who have either... CONTINUE READING

FARGO – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) today delivered remarks and participated in the ground breaking ceremony for Aldevron, a local biotechnology production company that is expanding their business and creating more jobs.“Aldevron never takes a back seat when it comes to biotechnology innovation. They lead the way for entrepreneurship and innovation,” said Senator Cramer. “I appreciate the opportunity to be a part of today’s event that highlights the growth of another successful... CONTINUE READING

FARGO – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement on U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) calling for permits to be revoked for the Dakota Access and Keystone XL pipelines:“The Senator is wrong. She is siding with the radical, out-of-state protestors who terrorized our law enforcement while the federal government did nothing. These legally-permitted pipelines are critical pieces of energy infrastructure that protect both our national security and our economic security. They... CONTINUE READING

DEVILS LAKE, ND – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) on Thursday toured Camp Grafton and received a brief on their partnership with U.S. Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) to test a long-range radar.“I look to connect with our National Guard as often as I can,” said Senator Cramer, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC). “Thursday, I received an update on the Over the Horizon Radar testing from officials on the ground and North Dakota military leaders.” The Senator’s visit... CONTINUE READING

DEVILS LAKE, ND – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) held a Coffee with Cramer town hall with constituents in Devils Lake today, where they discussed his overseas recent trip, constituent services, and the news of the day.“I believe every problem we face can be solved through family discussions over coffee,” said Senator Cramer. “Our country needs to have more family discussions.” During the event, Senator Cramer heard from veterans seeking assistance in maneuvering through the federal... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) today announced he will hold a “Coffee With Cramer” town hall in Devils Lake this Friday, August 16.“The best part of public service is the public,” says Senator Cramer. “Coffee with Cramer events—in addition to weekly talk radio town halls— afford me the direct access to North Dakotans I need in order to serve our state... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator and Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Subcommittee on Fisheries, Water, and Wildlife Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement on the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) unveiling improvements to Endangered Species Act (ESA) implementing regulations:“The Endangered Species Act exists to identify struggling species and help them recover. Unfortunately, current implementation is drawn out and ineffective. Today’s... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON, DC — Today, U.S. Senators Kevin Cramer (R-ND), John Barrasso (R-WY), Jim Inhofe (R-OK), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Steve Daines (R-MT), and Mike Enzi (R-WY) praised the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposal regarding the water quality certification process. The proposal would reform implementation of the water quality certification process under section 401 of the Clean Water Act. Barrasso is chairman of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works... CONTINUE READING

Senator Cramer Submits Comments from North Dakotans into Senate Record WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator and Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee member Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement on America’s Transportation Infrastructure Act (ATIA), the highway reauthorization bill he supports that unanimously passed through EPW before the August recess:“Our bill contains the largest funding commitment in highway authorization history. It grows the economy, enhances roads and... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and Joe Manchin (D-WV) introduced a resolution to honor the 75th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge.“Now therefore be it resolved,” the resolution states, “that the Senate commemorates, on December 16, 2019, the 75th Anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge in World War II; recognizes the valiant efforts of the various Allied Forces; and remembers the individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice, which contributed to the Allied... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) announced mobile office hours for Bottineau and Rolla on Tuesday, August 13.  “While it’s not always easy or possible for people to get to my state offices, mobile office hours bring our services closer to constituents,” said Senator Cramer. “Having members of my staff in Bottineau and Rolla gives North Dakotans more time to explore solutions to the problems they face with people who are in... CONTINUE READING

TOKYO – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement after meeting with Japan’s Minister of Economy, Trade, and Industry (METI) Hiroshige Seko to push bilateral agricultural opportunities:“With China as a common challenge, and United States farmers sacrificing disproportionately in the Chinese trade dispute, we hope Japan’s negotiators consider advancing mutually-beneficial trade agreements between our countries. This would increase our exports and increase their intake of the... CONTINUE READING

CRAMER ISSUES SCATHING COMMENTARY ON U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS By Steve Hallstrom AM 1100 The Flag Senator Kevin Cramer says he is 'at the boiling point' with the Army Corps of Engineers, following his request to put a hold on the confirmation vote of a procurement officer with the Office of Management and Budget. Cramer tells WZFG's Scott Hennen that Cramer wanted the hold until he got '100 percent of the information requested' from the Army Corps of Engineers, which was promised by The... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement on the U.S. Senate passing the bipartisan budget agreement struck between President Donald Trump and leaders of Congress:“I support this deal and am grateful to see it pass. This modest agreement strengthens our military, helps our farmers, and delivers a win for all sides. President Trump and Congressional leaders deserve accolades for striking this deal, especially Speaker Pelosi, who convinced her... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement on Deputy Director for Policy and Programs of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) William Perry Pendley becoming Acting BLM Director:“Mr. Pendley’s wealth of experience in federal land management makes him the right choice to run this expansive bureaucracy. North Dakota has several important issues that involve the BLM, and I look forward to working with Mr. Pendley as we responsibly develop and manage... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator and Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) member Kevin Cramer (R-ND) met with Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff nominee General John Hyten.“We discussed the importance of Space Force, the Arctic Mission, and Ground-Based Strategic Deterrence. General Hyten’s background and understanding of these issues makes him an asset both to our nation and to our state’s military community,” said Senator Cramer. “I look forward to working with him once he is... CONTINUE READING