Senator Kevin Cramer to host forum with HUD secretary in Bismarck

September 22, 2025

U.S. Sen. Kevin Cramer, a Republican from North Dakota, will host a Tribal Housing Forum with Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Scott Turner on Sept. 22 in Bismarck, according to reporting by Quiver CongressRadar. The forum will bring together tribal leaders and housing authorities to discuss federal tribal housing programs, treaty responsibilities and housing challenges in North Dakota.

Cramer described the event as a “great opportunity” for stakeholders to engage on federal housing concerns in Indian Country. The forum will also feature a special announcement at the Standing Rock Indian Reservation highlighting ongoing tribal housing development efforts.

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