Press Releases

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) became the first Senate freshman to give his inaugural speech on the Senate floor yesterday, delivering remarks about protecting the unborn ahead of this week’s March for Life. Below are select moments from his remarks with links to the video: Sen. Cramer: “This, my fellow Senators, is the war against the unborn. During my time in the House of Representatives and throughout my campaign for Senate, I promised the people of North Dakota that I would... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) will deliver his first speech on the Senate floor today at 2:30pm ET on the issue of life. What: Senator Cramer’s first speech on the Senate floor. Where: Senate floor, click here to stream. When: 2:30pm ET / 1:30pm CT Why: To discuss the issue of life and defending the unborn. Note: Video and select copy of his remarks will be made available following the speech. ### CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) met with U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Secretary Alexander Acosta yesterday and invited him to North Dakota. After the meeting, Senator Cramer issued the following statement:“I met with DOL Secretary Acosta to discuss several administration priorities, including apprenticeships. President Trump ordered DOL to promote apprenticeship programs, which are important to North Dakota. Apprenticeships help bridge the divide between North Dakota’s workforce... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement regarding U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue’s announcement that Farm Service Agency offices will re-open on January 17, 18, and 22 during the partial government shutdown: “USDA temporarily re-opening its Farm Service Agency offices is great news and should give North Dakota’s farmers and ranchers the opportunity to receive assistance with time-sensitive matters. Secretary Perdue has done an... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement today applauding President Trump’s selection of Grand Forks County State Attorney Peter Welte to be U.S. District Court Judge for North Dakota:“President Trump has made an excellent choice in selecting Peter Welte for this judicial vacancy,” said Senator Cramer. “As a farmer, a graduate of both UND and NDSU, and an accomplished lawyer, Welte has the right background and credentials to effectively serve North Dakotans... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) participated in the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee hearing on the nomination of Andrew Wheeler to be Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator and invited Mr. Wheeler to North Dakota. During the hearing, he touched on important issues such as year-round E-15, the 2022 Renewable Fuel Standards (RFS) deadline, and the Senate’s role in confirming Administration nominees. Below are quotes from Senator Cramer with... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement regarding tonight’s vote on S. 109:“It’s disappointing that the Senate did not vote to advance this piece of legislation. I co-sponsored this bill in order to protect the taxpayer from funding the abortion industry. The right to life is a critical issue facing our nation, and we have to learn to prioritize it in our own parties and work across the aisle. I and my like-minded colleagues will continue to fight to see... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) announced today Micah Chambers will serve as his Senior Legislative Assistant to cover his work on the Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee.“I asked to serve on EPW because its jurisdiction gives us the potential to greatly impact North Dakota,” said Senator Cramer. “As we build on the strong core that’s served with me in the House, I’m grateful to be adding staff who can utilize their extensive knowledge of environmental issues to help... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) announced today that he will co-sponsor several pieces of pro-life legislation, an announcement that comes as thousands of people travel to Washington, D.C. to participate in the 2019 March for Life.“We as a nation have been denying many of our citizens the right to life for far too long,” said Senator Cramer. “I stand in firm support of those marching for life today. They march today so politicians like me will support bills like these, and I have... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement today regarding U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Sonny Perdue’s announcement that all Farm Service Agency (FSA) offices will reopen to provide additional administrative services during the shutdown.“Once again, Secretary Perdue is finding ways to provide relief to our farmers and ranchers who are hurt by Democrats’ refusal to reopen the government,” said Sen. Cramer. “While President Trump and Republicans... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) announced Michael Canzone will be joining his office today as a Congressional Fellow to help cover Senate Armed Services Committee issues.“Serving on the Senate Armed Services Committee presents an opportunity to give North Dakota’s military community, like those at the Minot and Grand Forks bases or in the National Guard, a voice on the issues that directly impact them,” said Senator Cramer. “Michael brings a wealth of experience that will help our... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) announced today he is an original co-sponsor of U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and Catherine Cortez Masto’s (D-NV) bill, Savanna’s Act.“This is important legislation that will help us further combat crimes on tribal lands. Just as I did in the House, I will continue to work collaboratively with this administration and our allies in both chambers to ensure we see this bill passed by the 116th Congress.” ### CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement today announcing he is an original co-sponsor on the Death Tax Repeal Act of 2019:“North Dakota farmers and families should not have to posthumously pay for being successful,” said Senator Cramer. “Honest, hardworking individuals deserve the right to have their affairs handled by loved ones, not the IRS. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act I supported in the House was a good first step toward ending this unfair taxation, and I... CONTINUE READING

Highlights Need for Senate Nomination Reforms WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement applauding the appointment of two U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Deputy Under Secretaries and one Deputy Assistant Secretary:“Scott, Mindy, and Naomi are qualified public servants who will help Secretary Perdue continue doing tremendous work at USDA. These appointments came out of necessity because the last Congress was unable to move at an appropriate speed. These... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) announced today he will be the Chairman of the Environment and Public Works (EPW) Subcommittee on Fisheries, Water, and Wildlife.“I’m grateful for the opportunity to serve as Chairman,” said Senator Cramer. “EPW’s jurisdiction affects farmers, businesses, and so many issues facing North Dakota. Chairing this subcommittee gives our state an outsized voice on issues like WOTUS, the Clean Water Act, the Endangered Species Act, and countless others. I... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) today highlighted the announced changes by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) to deadlines that were previously disrupted by the partial government shutdown.“Both during the shutdown and after it, USDA Secretary Sonny Perdue has done a tremendous job making sure our farmers and ranchers receive the assistance they need,” said Senator Cramer. “I hope Democrats will come to the table to negotiate in good faith so our... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator from North Dakota and Senate Armed Services Committee member Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement in support of the United States suspending its obligations under the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty:“Let’s be clear: Russia has been violating this treaty for years, and their covert attempts to continue developing a missile system the INF explicitly prohibited is unacceptable. From day one, President Trump has made it clear he will not allow... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) announced his guest for the State of the Union today will be Senior Vice President of Immigration Voice Debjyoti Dwivedy (Pronounced DEB-JOH-tee DWEE-way-DEE) or (“DD”).“As Congress debates the many aspects of our broken immigration system, Debjyoti offers expertise and experiences that reflect North Dakota priorities and values,” said Senator Cramer. “Immigration Voice has been a steady support in my effort to lift the arbitrary per-country... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement after voting to advance the nomination of Andrew Wheeler as Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator out of the Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee and onto the floor of the U.S. Senate:“The policies pursued by President Trump and implemented by Acting Administrator Wheeler have had a positive impact on North Dakota and the country. Mr. Wheeler’s excellent work on RFS, WOTUS, the Clean Power Plan,... CONTINUE READING

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) issued the following statement after the U.S. Senate passed the Strengthening America’s Security in the Middle East Act, a pro-Israel bill- which he co-sponsored- that Democrats inexcusably opposed during the partial government shutdown then prolonged using arcane procedure in an attempt to drive a nonexistent wedge between the President and Republican leadership:“Finally.” ### CONTINUE READING