As we face this growing energy demand for a growing economy, we have to pass some permitting reform that prevents this bureaucratic abuse and gives infrastructure investment projects certainty.

I want to start by saying how much I appreciate the work you have all done and the work that went into this budget request.

That has to stop, and I’m committed to it.

Nutritional supplements are a crucial form of preventative care, keeping people healthier in the long run and, ultimately, driving down healthcare costs.

This $250 million Space Force Operation Center, which is only one of four in the country, will bring new and exciting missions to North Dakota with an anticipated 800 service members working round the clock to keep our nation safe.

That’s why we passed legislation to renew these grants, and I appreciate Secretary Turner and his team for continuing to work with us to get these funds out in a timely way.

The right to life is enshrined in the Constitution and is our most fundamental right.

There’s more to be done to perfect this bill, but we’re working with Democrats on the committee to refine this framework and incubate a promising industry.

We can’t deter China, support our allies, and maintain air superiority with aging equipment and good intentions.

President Trump designated Secretary Rollins to take the lead on the fertilizer issue, and she is leaving no stone unturned.

Doing so gives certainty this year for providers across the state, and we continue working to make sure the grants are renewed in the years to come as well.

Precision Ag is saving on how much fertilizer and chemical our farmers have to apply right now.

Caregiving is a privilege and compassion is the North Dakota way. Such compassionate caregiving should not be subject to bureaucratic bullies.

The ultimate authorization of the Dakota Access Pipeline really was a very lengthy, litigious episode.

We have two incredible institutions in Fargo supporting our farmers, ranchers and rural businesses – NDSU’s Ag Policy Research Center and the National Rural Export Center.

We’ve already watched the majority of the industry leave for unregulated overseas markets, leaving consumers completely vulnerable to fraud or abuse.

I was honored to keynote & participate in a panel with Ted Roosevelt of Barclays, Mark Widman of PNC Bank, Timm Fenn of Latham & Watkins at the EIC CEO & Investor Conference.

Clearly, Grand Forks is leading the way for our nation’s military communications and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance missions.