Congressman Kevin Cramer

Representing North Dakota, At Large

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Dec 28, 2016 Press Release
Congressman Kevin Cramer presented the family of the late Sgt. Robert Johnston six World War II military medals in a ceremony today at the Fargo Air Museum. The medals were earned during Johnston’s service in the Army Air Corps from 1942 to 1945.
Dec 16, 2016 Press Release
“I am pleased this legislation is now law, despite President Obama’s true allegiance. Near unanimous votes by the House and Senate weren’t convincing enough for the President to back the obvious will of the majority of Americans. His refusal to sign this bill sends a clear message that he is unwilling to stand up to our enemies -- just like those Senate Democrats who refused to support the House in blocking the Iran Deal in the first place. This is just one more reason why I look forward to the foreign policy of the incoming Trump Administration, which I know will give more support to our allies than our enemies.”
Dec 8, 2016 Press Release
Congressman Kevin Cramer announced the Fiscal Year 2017 Continuing Resolution passed by the House of Representatives today includes language giving the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) more authority over funding loan programs. The $1.07 trillion bill continues funding the government through April 28, maintaining funding at the current budget cap levels. “This bill prevents a government shutdown on Friday, and includes provisions to continue essential government operations, including national defense,” said Cramer.
Dec 2, 2016 Press Release
Congressman Kevin Cramer criticized the Obama Administration for improperly meddling in the Dakota Access Pipeline protest and praised law enforcement for protecting North Dakota citizens in a speech on floor of the House of Representatives Thursday night. Watch full video here: https://youtu.be/l4jhV4dV7F4
Dec 2, 2016 Press Release

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Kevin Cramer joined the majority in the House of Representatives today in passing legislation restoring troop cuts, increasing soldier pay,  and funding the intercontinental ballistic missiles at Minot Air Force Base. 

Oct 28, 2016 Press Release

Congressman Kevin Cramer reviewed accomplishments by the 114th Congress that affect veterans and the military during a meeting of his Veterans Advisory Board today in Bismarck.  The 114th Congress began in January 2015 and concludes at the end of the year.

Sep 28, 2016 Press Release

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Sep 22, 2016 Press Release

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Kevin Cramer called the future of nuclear deterrence as important as its rich history. “Considering what is going on in the world today, the entire nuclear triad, especially the northern tier, is very relevant to America’s national security and overall global security.”

Sep 20, 2016 Press Release

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Congressman Kevin Cramer spoke on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives today in support of legislation he is co-sponsoring that clarifies longstanding Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) policy regarding lease terms between civilian airports and the Air National Guard.

Sep 15, 2016 Press Release

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Kevin Cramer released this statement following the House of Representatives passing a bill today prohibiting the transfer of Guantanamo Bay military prison detainees. Cramer is a co-sponsor of H.R. 5351, temporarily prohibiting any funds from being used to transfer or release the detainees at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to the United States or a foreign country until Jan.