Biography
U.S. Senator John Barrasso, M.D.
Senator John Barrasso was sworn in to the United States Senate in 2007 having represented the people of Natrona County in the Wyoming State Senate from 2003-2007. In November 2024, Barrasso was reelected to the U.S. Senate with more than 75% of the vote.
He serves on committees that directly impact Wyoming’s economy, energy interests, public lands, national parks and trade. He serves as the Senate Republican whip, the number two position in Senate Republican leadership.
Senator Barrasso is known by many as Wyoming’s Doctor. During his 24 years as an orthopedic surgeon, Barrasso served as President of the Wyoming Medical Society and was named Wyoming Physician of the Year.
Senator Barrasso lives in Casper. He and his late wife, Bobbi, have three children.