Press Releases

By Senators Kevin Cramer and Mike Lee in The Hill Ashish Patel first came to Utah legally in 2005 on a temporary high-skilled work visa. Since that time Mr. Patel worked hard at his job, paid taxes, followed the law, got married, and had two kids, both of whom were born American citizens. In February 2011, Mr. Patel’s petition to earn a Green Card – the legal document that gives an immigrant the right to live and work in the United States permanently – was approved. Though approved, his Green... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement after meeting with President Trump, administration leaders, and fellow senators at the White House to discuss immigration:“I am thankful for the opportunity to talk about this important issue with President Trump, Jared Kushner, and several of my colleagues. While there is a humanitarian crisis at the southern border that needs to be addressed, Republican economic policies have also helped foster a rocket ship economy... CONTINUE READING

A Bipartisan, Bicameral Bill to Improve Federal Land Management WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) with U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-NM) introduced the Federal Land Asset Inventory Reform (FLAIR) Act today, a bipartisan, bicameral bill to create a single database for lands owned by the federal government. “We cannot expect our government to properly manage federal lands if it cannot even account for the land it has,” said Senator Cramer. “The FLAIR Act eliminates... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement today regarding the IRS requesting public comment on rules for implementing carbon capture tax credits:“Over a year after the enactment of the Bipartisan Budget Act, the IRS took a long overdue step toward implementing carbon capture tax credits today. If implemented properly, these credits will incentivize private investment in deploying technology and storage techniques that are vital to reducing fossil fuel... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement on President Trump’s announcement regarding new protections of conscience rights for physicians, pharmacists, nurses, teachers, students, and faith-based charities:“No doctor, no nurse, no physician of any kind should be forced to administer an abortion or any other morally objectionable procedure. I support President Trump taking steps to protect the rights of conscientious objectors in the health care industry. Every... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) with U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) introduced the Legacy IRA Act of 2019 today, a bill to increase the ability of elderly middle-class Americans to give to charity without facing double taxation. “Current law allows elderly Americans to contribute previously-taxed funds in their IRA directly to qualified charities without facing double taxation. However, most middle-class Americans cannot do so because they need their... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) announced he will host a “Coffee With Cramer” town hall in Oakes, North Dakota, on Friday, May 10. This is his second “Coffee with Cramer” as a U.S. Senator. “The best part of public service is the public,” said 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 Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement regarding the situation unfolding in Venezuela:“I stand with the people of Venezuela. This is not an ‘attempted coup.’ This is an oppressed people rising up to a dictatorial government in order to secure basic human rights. Anyone debating whether to stand with those seeking freedom should remember our history. As a nation founded by brave patriots who sought freedom from tyranny and recognition of our unalienable... CONTINUE READING

By Senator Kevin Cramer in the Minot Daily News There is a humanitarian crisis at the southern border. According to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), unauthorized immigrant crossings reached a 12-year high in 2019. Over 318,000 have attempted to enter illegally through the southern border since the beginning of fiscal year 2019. In the last two years alone, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers arrested 266,000 aliens with criminal records, including 100,000 cases... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement regarding the U.S. Department of Agriculture extending the deadline from May 1 to May 17 for farmers to certify 2018 crop production for payments through the Market Facilitation Program:“Throughout this trade dispute, President Trump and Secretary Perdue have consistently prioritized the needs of our agricultural producers, and I applaud them for their efforts. Extending this deadline gives... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) announced the Department of Health and Human Services Center for Mental Health Services has awarded $595,000 in grants to two North Dakota programs. The programs and their awards are: Bismarck – North Dakota Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health, $95,000. This grant will fund the federation’s Statewide Family Network Program. Belcourt – Turtle Mountain Tribe, $499,998.  This grant will fund the Turtle Mountain Outreach Suicide... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) announced programs in Dickinson, Fargo and Minot will receive a total of $243,790 in AmeriCorps VISTA grants from the Corporation for National and Community Service. The programs and their awards are: Dickinson – ND Senior Career Development II Project, $50,482. This program assists low-income seniors and economically disadvantaged youth attain independence and personal fulfillment through education, training, guidance and supportive services. ... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement regarding President Donald Trump’s decision to not reissue Significant Reduction Exceptions (SREs) for Iran:“An emboldened Iran is a threat to the world, and the disastrous Iran Nuclear Deal did nothing but strengthen this State Sponsor of Terrorism while endangering Israel and our Middle East allies. Today’s announcement is another step toward inflicting the maximum pressure on Iran to end their support for... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement condemning the Easter Sunday terrorist attacks in Sri Lanka:“The deadly attacks on Christians worshipping on Easter Sunday remind us radical Islam still exists.  This evil must be destroyed. The United States stands with the victims in Sri Lanka and must resolve to seek justice for the people and nations impacted. I am praying that everyone involved will know the peace that can only come from a Risen Savior.” ### CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement regarding Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s report being made public:“Attorney General Barr fulfilled his promise to deliver Special Counsel Mueller’s report to Congress and the American people, and I thank him for his professionalism and thoroughness throughout this process. Robert Mueller with 40 FBI agents, 19, lawyers, 22 months and $30 million issued 2,800 subpoenas, executed 500 search warrants, and interviewed 500... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement on the World Trade Organization (WTO) finding China unfairly administered tariff-rate quotas (TRQs) for corn, rice, and wheat:“For decades China has acted unfairly on the world stage, and American agriculture has paid the price. China’s manipulation of tariff-rate quotas prevented these important North Dakota commodities from increasing their exports, even though the market allowed for it.“Today’s ruling is... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement on today’s Opportunity Zone Conference at the White House:“Created under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, Opportunity Zones help lift low income Americans out of poverty by encouraging local investment in communities that have faced economic hardship. In North Dakota, Governor Burgum has designated many tribal communities as opportunity zones. I am thankful for the governor’s efforts to bring economic opportunity to... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement regarding President Donald Trump’s sanctuary cities proposal:“Sanctuary cities were purposefully designed to ignore the rule of law and undermine our legal immigration system. Under current requirements, many undocumented immigrants cannot be detained for longer than 20 days. Given the Administration’s limited options, releasing these immigrants into sanctuary cities may make the most sense until Congress is... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) announced mobile office hours for Kenmare and Mohall on Thursday, April 25.  “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 Kenmare and Mohall gives North Dakotans more time to explore solutions to the problems they face with people who are in a... CONTINUE READING

***Click Here for video.*** WASHINGTON— U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement regarding the confirmation of Drew Wrigley to serve as U.S. Attorney for North Dakota: “This confirmation was a long time coming, but an eminently qualified nominee like Drew was worth the wait. One of my first actions in the Senate was to advocate for the re-nomination and confirmation of Drew Wrigley. He is an accomplished prosecutor and a sincere public servant who has always gone... CONTINUE READING