WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Barrasso, R-Wyo., today welcomed news from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) that the Albany County Fire Department will receive a grant of nearly $50,000 for operations and safety. “Firefighters are instrumental to keeping our communities safe and secure,” Barrasso said. “This money will go a long way to ensuring … Read more
WASHINGTON — Wyoming‘s U.S. Senators Mike Enzi and John Barrasso, both R-Wyo., are cosponsoring a bill to increase Medicare’s reimbursement rates for doctors and protect patient access to the health care program. "Doctors and other health care providers taking care of Medicare patients deserve to get paid a fair wage and those patients should … Read more
SENATOR SAYS BALANCE IS KEY FOR MANAGEMENT OF MULTI-USE FEDERAL LANDS The Honorable Dirk Kempthorne Secretary U.S. Department of Interior 1849 C Street, NW Washington, DC 20240 Dear Secretary Kempthorne: The State of Wyoming is rich in natural resources, and natural beauty. We produce more clean coal in the Powder River Basin than any other … Read more
GI BILL EDUCATION BENEFITS CAN TRANSFER TO FAMILY MEMBERS WASHINGTON — Senator John Barrasso (R-Wy) partnered with others to force changes to the GI Bill legislation to reward Wyoming military members and their families. “We won the day for the things Wyoming veterans told me were most important to them,” Barrasso said. “Wyoming veterans wanted … Read more
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Mike Enzi and John Barrasso, both R-Wyo., put their weight behind a new energy bill today that would decrease gas prices and provide more energy for Americans. “This bill is not perfect because it doesn’t recognize the important role that coal and nuclear power will play, but it will help make … Read more
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Barrasso , R-Wyo., delivered the following statement regarding the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn the District of Columbia ’s ban on handguns after 32 years: “This landmark decision confirms what the people of Wyoming already know – the Constitution guarantees our fundamental right to keep and bear arms,” Barrasso … Read more
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., said: "During a difficult time for both the people of Wyoming and the U.S. Senate, Sen. John Barrasso stepped up to carry on the legacy of our dear friend Sen. Craig Thomas. In assuming his seat, John made clear that he would first represent Wyoming, and he has fought … Read more
Senator Works for Wyoming Interests, Families, and Economy WASHINGTON – June 25 marks U.S. Senator John Barrasso’s, R-Wyo., first year as Wyoming’s United States Senator. “Since being sworn one year ago, my focus has been fighting for Wyoming – fighting for our people and our priorities,” Barrasso said. “I hit the ground running. Whether it’s … Read more
STATEMENT BY THE VICE PRESIDENT ON SENATOR JOHN BARRASSO "During his first year in the United States Senate, John Barrasso has been a tireless advocate for the people of Wyoming. As a colleague and constituent, I congratulate John on his exceptional year of service and look forward to continued work with him on the crucial … Read more
WASHINGTON – Below are highlights of U.S. Senator John Barrasso’s, R-Wyo., first year in the Senate: Fighting for Wyoming’s Money Barrasso continues to fight for Wyoming’s $580 million in abandoned mine land funds from Washington . He is working with a bipartisan coalition of western Senators to ensure Wyoming receives the funds with no strings attached. … Read more
