Press Releases

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

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator and Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) member Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement on the nomination of General John Hyten to be Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff:“I appreciate the thoroughness of the committee and the cooperation of General Hyten throughout this extensive process. I look forward to supporting his nomination, and I urge my colleagues to do the same.” ### CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement on Peter Welte’s nomination to be U.S. District Judge for North Dakota:“After nearly two years with a vacant seat, the United States Senate today delivered a new judge to North Dakota by confirming Peter Welte to the federal bench. His confirmation to this important position is welcome news for our state and another example of President Trump and Senate Republicans working to end the judicial vacancy crisis. I am... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator and Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) member Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement regarding President Donald Trump nominating U.S. Representative John Ratcliffe (R-TX) to be Director of National Intelligence (DNI) after Director Dan Coats announced his resignation:“I want to thank Director Coats for his service. The world became a safer place because of him. I now look forward to working with Rep. Ratcliffe, if he is confirmed. Having served together... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators and Senate Banking Committee members Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ) received statements of support from cosponsors and business leaders, as well as positive press coverage, following the release of their bill to reauthorize the Export-Import (EXIM) Bank for 10 years. Cosponsors“Export-Import Bank loans directly benefit dozens of Missouri businesses, from car part manufacturers to ag producers and more,” said Senator Blunt. “I’m proud to... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) announced the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) approved the following four grants through the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA): Grand Forks Regional Airport received $786,542 to reconstruct existing apron pavement and rehabilitate the west general aviation apron. Rolla Municipal Airport received $750,000 to construct a 5,850 square foot hangar and a 2,000 square foot hangar apron. Mott Municipal... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) announced the National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded the North Dakota State University a grant totaling $232,039 which will be used to finance the NSF’s Organizational Change for Gender Equity in STEM Academic Professions (ADVANCE) program. The program is entitled “ADVANCE Partnership: Joining forces – A Midwestern Partnership for STEM Faculty Success.” The ADVANCE program seeks to develop systemic approaches to increase the... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) announced the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded two grants totaling $591,855 to the University of North Dakota (UND) and Turtle Mountain Community College. UND received a $414,585 Mental Health Research Grant through HHS’ National Institute of Mental Health. Turtle Mountain Community College received $177,271 through the Administration for Children and Families and Administration for Native Americans.... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement regarding Peter Welte’s nomination to be U.S. District Judge for North Dakota:“Yesterday Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell filed cloture on Peter Welte’s nomination, meaning the Senate will consider his nomination soon. Peter is eminently qualified and will be filling an important position left open for over a year. I look forward to supporting his nomination on the Senate floor, and I urge my colleagues... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator and Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) member Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement on the U.S. Senate confirming General Mark Milley to be Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff:“General Milley is an impressive public servant who will make an excellent Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and I am glad to see us fill another important national security position.” Senator Cramer, the first North Dakotan to serve on SASC, met with General... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement on the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) releasing details of their support package for farmers:“This administration prioritizes the needs of our agricultural community. I support their efforts and am glad to see the full plan released today, which will provide much-needed relief in the short-term as we work towards a deal in the long-term. I plan to continue working with the Administration to reach that... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON — Today, as the border crisis becomes increasingly concerning, Sen. Kevin Cramer (R-ND), along with Sens. Jim Inhofe (R-OK), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), Mike Rounds (R-SD) and Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) introduced the Asylum Abuse Reduction Act. Rep. Kevin Hern (OK-01) introduced the companion legislation in the House of Representatives. This legislation will complement the President’s work to build a wall by addressing immigration loopholes to strengthen the integrity of the... CONTINUE READING