John Barrasso

The Secure America Act Will Make America Safer

“Republicans will stand up to protect American citizens. We will pass the Secure America Act. We will continue to keep American communities safe.” WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) today discussed how Republicans are working to pass the Secure America Act, which fully funds law enforcement after months of Democrat attempts to … Read more

Barrasso: Let Wyoming Do What Wyoming Does Best

“Let Wyoming power our country. Let Wyoming feed our country. That is what we do. We’ve done it for generations. We will do it for generations to come.” WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) today spoke about continuing to fight for policies that expand production of Wyoming’s affordable, reliable energy as well … Read more

Barrasso Slams Latest Democrat Delay Tactic

“Going back to 1973, there have been a total of 17 War Powers votes in Congress. That’s when the War Powers became law in 1973. 17 votes in 53 years. 14 of the 17 votes were from Democrats aimed specifically at President Trump.” WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) today spoke ahead … Read more

Barrasso Calls on Senate to Fix America’s Costly, Complex, and Cumbersome Permitting Process

“America is a nation of builders. We are not a nation of waiters. It’s time for America’s permitting process to get out of the way.” WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) today discussed the challenges facing American builders because of the costly, complex, and cumbersome permitting process. Senator Barrasso previewed his legislation … Read more

Barrasso Urges Senate Passage of Strategic Subsea Cables Act

WASHINGTON D.C. – Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) today spoke about the importance of passing the Strategic Subsea Cables Act, bipartisan legislation introduced with Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.). As Russia and China target and sabotage critical underwater infrastructure, this legislation would help secure and repair subsea cables, strengthening America’s economy and national security.

Barrasso Introduces Bill to Unleash Wyoming Coal Production

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) introduced legislation to reduce barriers to coal leasing and unleash Wyoming coal production. The legislation extends the bonus payment period for coal mine leases from five to ten years, allowing coal companies to defer payment on a portion of their investment until after new mines become profitable.