Press Releases

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator and Senate Banking Committee member Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement on the Senate confirming Federal Reserve Board of Governors member and Federal Reserve Board Subcommittee Chair on Smaller Regional and Community Banking Michelle Bowman’s reappointment:“Governor Bowman’s work with community banks is vital to ensuring North Dakota’s banks have a voice at the Federal Reserve. I am glad to see the Senate confirm her to a full term, and I look forward to... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator and Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee member Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement on the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announcing they will finalize a rule to repeal the 2015 Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule today: “The Obama-era WOTUS rule was unlawful and an unconstitutional power grab that did nothing to advance good water management, and I applaud Administrator Wheeler for... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator and Senate Veterans Affairs Committee member Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement on the Senate confirming James Byrne’s nomination to be Deputy Secretary for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA): “It is good to see more leadership positions being filled in the VA. More leaders there means more people working to give our veterans access to the assistance and care they deserve. I plan to work on these important issues with Mr. Byrne and... CONTINUE READING

***Click here for video. Click here for audio.*** WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator and Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee member Kevin Cramer (R-ND) stressed the importance of private property rights as it relates to Waterfowl Production Area (WPA) Easements enforcement with Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) Director nominee Aurelia Skipwith during her confirmation hearing today.  “The status quo is not acceptable. Enforcement of WPAs has rightfully become a serious... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement regarding the anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terror attacks:“Today we pause to remember those who lost their lives in the horrible attacks on 9/11. We honor their memory, as well as the bravery and sacrifice of our first responders who ran toward danger and saved countless lives. We will never forget the evil we witnessed or the extraordinary acts of kindness which exemplified the best of America.” ### CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development (RD) awarded grants totaling $620,054 to eight recipients for Rural Business Development initiatives. These funds are given to help enhance local economic development and improve quality of life in rural areas. Specifically, this investment will directly create at least 23 jobs within these localities.  The following recipients received USDA funds: Adams County Development... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator and Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) member Kevin Cramer (R-ND) wrote a letter to SASC and HASC leaders in urging them to include the “USS Frank E. Evans Act” in this year’s National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). He was joined by Senators Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), Steve Daines (R-MT), Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), John Hoeven (R-ND), Bob Menendez (D-NJ), Mike Braun (R-IN), and Jon Tester (D-MT). Last year, then-Representative Cramer introduced the “USS Frank E.... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) announced mobile office hours for Ellendale and Forman on Friday, September 20.   “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 Ellendale and Forman gives North Dakotans more time to explore solutions to the problems they face with people who are in a position to help.” Individuals from the... CONTINUE READING

**Click here for audio.*** WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement on the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announcing agricultural producers may sign up for natural disaster assistance beginning on September 11, 2019:“With North Dakota producers greatly impacted by natural disasters this year, this announcement is welcome news. I appreciate Secretary Perdue always working to protect our agricultural community when it is negatively affected by... CONTINUE READING

**Click here for audio.*** FARGO – U.S. Senator and Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) member Kevin Cramer (R-ND) attended a ceremony today celebrating the retirement of Brigadier General Robert J. Becklund and the promotion of Colonel Robert Schulte as Brigadier General.“North Dakota’s military assets- especially the Hooligans- are positioned as well as anybody for the future of warfighting. But as impressive as that is, none of it would work if we did not have the best of the... CONTINUE READING

***Click here for audio.*** HARWOOD, ND – U.S. Senator and Senate Veterans Affairs (VA) Committee member Kevin Cramer (R-ND) joined the dedication ceremony for the Fargo National Cemetery today, where he delivered remarks and helped unveil the Tribute to the Fallen and Their Families Plaque. “As we look upon this resting place, I think about how we ought to be living to honor their service,” said Senator Cramer. “The best way to remember those who offered to die for our... CONTINUE READING

***Click here for audio.*** BISMARCK – U.S. Senator and Senate Veterans Affairs Committee member Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement on the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) clearing Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) as a clinical demonstration project: “I am grateful to the VA for finally coming around to this decision. I never cease to be amazed at how slowly our bureaucracy responds to the needs of our citizens, especially our veterans. Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy... CONTINUE READING

BISMARCK — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development approved a Housing Preservation grant of $70,000 for the Souris Basin Planning Council in Minot.  The Rural Development investment will be used to complete repairs to eight units of rental property and will help improve the living conditions of low-income households. The Souris Basin Planning Council serves communities within Bottineau, Burke, McHenry,... CONTINUE READING

GRAND FORKS, ND – U.S. Senator and Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) member Kevin Cramer (R-ND) announced today the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) will not use funds designated for North Dakota military projects to pay for border wall construction. “I am pleased to see no military projects in North Dakota will be impacted. Our National Guard recently broke ground on a Readiness Center in Fargo, which will not only help the local community but will also bolster our entire military’s... CONTINUE READING

GRAND FORKS, ND – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Administrator Jim Bridenstine visited Grand Sky Park today to receive an update on Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) and Beyond Visual Line of Site (BVLOS) and to tour Northrup Grumman and General Atomics facilities.“Grand Sky has built an outstanding partnership between public and private sectors to advance the work of unmanned aircraft systems,” said Senator Cramer. “I am... CONTINUE READING

***Click here for video. Click here for audio.*** GRAND FORKS, ND – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Administrator Jim Bridenstine toured the University of North Dakota (UND) Space Program today.“It is an honor to host Jim during his visit North Dakota today,” said Senator Cramer. “He and I are longtime friends who served in the House together, and I am grateful for his time and for the opportunity to introduce him to... CONTINUE READING

BISMARCK – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) delivered remarks today at the 23rd Annual Tribal Leaders Summit and Tradeshow for the United Tribes Technical College (UTTC).“UTTC and all our Tribal Colleges play critical roles in tribal communities by offering an affordable, quality education. You are able not only to break cycles of generational poverty but also to help preserve Indian language and heritage,” said Senator Cramer. “I want to praise you for your work and the... CONTINUE READING

***Click here for video. Click here for audio.*** BISMARCK – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.) issued the following statement today in recognition of Labor Day:“I learned from my hardworking parents if you want to earn a living in this country, you have to earn it. Work is noble. It is good for the soul, brain, and body. We are truly blessed to live in the freest country in the world, built by the hardworking laborers that went before us. As your United States Senator, I want... CONTINUE READING

JAMESTOWN, ND – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) toured Collins Aerospace in Jamestown today following his Coffee with Cramer town hall.“Many cargo loading systems- used all around the world on commercial and military aircraft- are made right here in Jamestown by Collins Aerospace,” said Senator Cramer. “I appreciate the opportunity to meet with the team at Collins and to tour their facility. I am always impressed.”"It was a pleasure to host Senator Cramer at our cargo systems facility... CONTINUE READING

JAMESTOWN, ND – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) answered questions from constituents on agriculture, drug prices, and federal spending during a Coffee with Cramer town hall in Jamestown today.“We can solve every problem we face during family discussions over coffee,” said Senator Cramer. “Our country needs more family discussions where we listen to each other and share new ideas.” Senator Cramer began the town hall by answering questions on agriculture, including about the data... CONTINUE READING