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U.S. SENATE

John Hoeven

RepublicanNorth DakotaCurrently serving

Sworn into the Senate on Source

What they said 17

Their stated policy positions and commitments, with quotes and links to the original sources.

While serving · Original date not established

Strengthen rural clinics and hospitals

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Hoeven says his focus remains on improving health care access in North Dakota, particularly in rural areas. He supports strengthening rural clinic and hospital access and facilities to help people in those areas get care.

Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 11, 2026.

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Invest in STEM education, training, and research

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Hoeven supports investing in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education, training, and research. He says these investments should help prepare students for the modern workforce and strengthen the nation’s ability to compete globally.

Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 11, 2026.

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Give schools flexibility to tailor education strategies

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Hoeven supports giving schools, administrators, and teachers flexibility to develop strategies suited to their students, rather than imposing one-size-fits-all federal mandates. He says education policy should balance accountability with local flexibility to meet different needs.

Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 11, 2026.

Sources & original wording
The federal government should empower schools, administrators, and teachers to develop tailored strategies
Original date
Original statement date has not been established. The capture date is not the statement date.
Collected
11/11/2026
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Expand North Dakota veterans cemeteries

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Hoeven says he is working to enhance the North Dakota Veterans Cemetery in Mandan and develop and expand the Fargo National Veterans Cemetery. He frames these efforts as a way to ensure veterans are laid to rest with dignity and respect.

Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 11, 2026.

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Secure resources for servicemembers and veterans

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Hoeven says he works through the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction and Veterans Affairs to ensure the military and veterans have resources to address current security challenges and modernize for the future. He also identifies continued care for servicemembers and their families after service as part of that commitment.

Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 11, 2026.

Sources & original wording
I work to ensure our military and veterans have the resources they need
Original date
Original statement date has not been established. The capture date is not the statement date.
Collected
11/11/2026
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Advance an all-of-the-above energy strategy

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Hoeven supports a comprehensive energy strategy that gives states a leading role and draws on a range of energy sources. He points to natural resources, infrastructure investment, innovation, and tax and regulatory policies as parts of this approach. He says it is intended to provide affordable, reliable energy and maintain U.S. leadership in energy production.

Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 11, 2026.

Sources & original wording
committed to advancing a comprehensive, states-first, all-of-the-above energy strategy
Original date
Original statement date has not been established. The capture date is not the statement date.
Collected
11/11/2026
While serving · Original date not established

Support an effective new farm bill

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John Hoeven says he is working to ensure a new farm bill works for producers and is implemented effectively and efficiently for farmers and ranchers. He frames this as a priority for North Dakota agriculture, a major industry in the state.

Context: The passage does not identify specific provisions he seeks in the new farm bill.