WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Barrasso, R-Wyo., is currently accepting applications for his internship program for fall 2008. The program, which lasts four months, is designed to give Wyoming’s youth an insider’s look into the workings of the United States government. “An internship in my Senate office provides Wyoming students with an invaluable opportunity to … Read more
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Barrasso, R-Wyo., urged Washington to develop plans that balance—not prohibit—access to public lands by four-wheelers, motorcycles and snowmobiles. “Folks in Wyoming use ATV’s and snowmobiles to access our public lands for recreation, herding and hunting,” Barrasso said. “It is high time that Washington commits to developing commonsense policies, and providing … Read more
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Mike Enzi and John Barrasso and Representative Barbara Cubin, all R-Wyo., today applauded the National Park Service’s decision to keep Sylvan Pass open for winter use from December 22nd through March 1st. After six months of negotiations, the Sylvan Pass Study Group reached agreement with the National Park Service (NPS) … Read more
WASHINGTON – In a speech to the Senate, U.S. Senator John Barrasso , R-Wyo., said the Lieberman-Warner climate change bill will be harmful to Wyoming ’s economy and families. “ America ’s energy future must incorporate a vision for a safer, cleaner, and healthier environment,” Barrasso said. “When it comes to energy, diversity of supply … Read more
Senator Says Distance An Issue In Caring For Wyo Vets CHEYENNE — U.S. Senator John Barrasso , R-Wyo., wrapped up his three day Veterans Health Care tour with a clear picture of the issues facing Wyoming ’s wounded warriors. “ Wyoming is a big state, our cities and towns are spread out. Our veterans are … Read more
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Barrasso , R-Wyo., wants to prohibit Washington from considering climate change when considering listing a species as threatened or endangered until an international climate change agreement is signed. Recently, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service listed the Polar Bear as a threatened species. It has been argued that any economic … Read more
President Halts Federal Oil Purchases WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Barrasso, R-Wyo., issued the following statement regarding the President’s decision to sign into law a suspension of federal oil purchases for the Strategic Petroleum Reserve: “I am pleased the President has agreed to suspend purchasing oil for the petroleum reserve,” Barrasso said. “This is a … Read more
Senator Votes ‘Yes’ to Strengthen Wyo Agriculture WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Barrasso, R-Wyo., praised the Senate’s passage of the agriculture reforms contained in the 2007 Farm Bill. The bill contains several provisions sponsored by Senator Barrasso which directly benefits Wyoming agriculture. The bill requires the President’s signature to become law. The bill includes a … Read more
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Barrasso , R-Wyo., issued the following statement regarding the Department of Interior’s decision to list the polar bear as a “threatened species” under the Endangered Species Act (ESA): “Today’s announcement does little to help polar bears," Barrasso said. "But it does significantly threaten the economic well-being of the country." “The listing … Read more
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Mike Enzi, John Barrasso and Representative Barbara Cubin, all R-Wyo., today issued the following statements regarding the Office of Surface Mining’s (OSM) decision that $51 million in abandoned mine land funding will be available for projects approved by the Wyoming Legislature: “I am pleased Wyoming will get more money from the … Read more
