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John Barrasso

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John Anthony Barrasso is an American politician and physician serving as the senior United States senator from Wyoming since 2007. A member of the Republican Party, Barrasso has focused on issues such as healthcare, energy, and economic growth during his tenure in the Senate. He has been an advocate for reducing government regulations and promoting energy independence, reflecting the interests of his constituents in Wyoming, a state rich in natural resources.

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Aug 3, 2021

I come to the floor today to talk about where our country is in the fight against coronavirus. The simple message on the coronavirus is this: Vaccines work. The single most important thing you want to do to protect yourself and to protect…

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Aug 2, 2021

I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Amendment No. 2180

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Aug 2, 2021

I come to the floor today to address the amendment on which we will be voting in the next 15 or 20 minutes. It is the Barrasso amendment to No. 2137. It has to do with building codes in the bill that is on the floor tonight for our…

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Aug 2, 2021

at the 109th Wyoming State Fair, Senator Lummis and I will have the pleasure of introducing Keith and Linda Hamilton as 2021 inductees to the Wyoming Agriculture Hall of Fame. Growing up as the fourth generation on the Hamilton Ranch…

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Aug 2, 2021

If confirmed as Under Secretary for Science and Energy, Dr. Richmond, you would have an important responsibility spanning the Office of Science and the Department applied energy offices.

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Aug 2, 2021

Have any of you ever threatened the physical safety of federal officials verbally or in writing?

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Aug 2, 2021

To the three of you, I'm sorry I have to ask the question of all these nominees.

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Aug 2, 2021

Have any of you ever been affiliated or collaborated with an organization that uses violence against fellow Americans?

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Aug 2, 2021

So can tree spiking kill or maim loggers, mill workers, and firefighters?

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Aug 2, 2021

I cannot say the same for Dr. Berhe's specific qualifications to serve as Director of the Office of Science at the Department of Energy.

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Jul 28, 2021

I come to the floor today to oppose Democrats' reckless tax-and-spending spree. If Democrats pass the bill, every American will end up paying more, and clearly pay more in taxes, also pay more for the costs that people are seeing today at…

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Jul 28, 2021

Fiscal disclosure requirements make sense. We have them here in the Senate. They should also apply to the financial dealings of advisors to Puerto Rico's Oversight Board hired under PROMESA.

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Jul 28, 2021

I rise today in celebration of Rocky and Lisa Eades, the 2021 honorees of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming. Since 1978, the Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming has made a positive difference in the lives of children. Their…

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Jul 27, 2021

I ask unanimous consent to be able to use a prop during my remarks. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered.

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Jul 27, 2021

He was a long-term member of this committee, did an amazing job in the Senate.

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Jul 27, 2021

I come to the floor today to pay tribute to our friend and former colleague, Senator Mike Enzi. Senator Lummis and I are here, and we are very grateful for the kind comments of the minority leader, Senator McConnell; majority leader…

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Jul 27, 2021

I come to the floor today to strongly oppose the nomination of Tracy Stone-Manning. I want to focus my remarks now on the misleading and false statements that Tracy Stone-Manning has made to the Senate and how they just don't align with…

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Jul 27, 2021

I come to the floor this afternoon because we have heard a lot here today about Tracy Stone-Manning, her nomination to head the Bureau of Land Management, and how completely disqualified she is for that post. As you have heard, it is a…

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Jul 26, 2021

Iron Dome is the first line of defense for Israel.

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Jul 26, 2021

The Iron Dome system intercepted more than 90 percent in terms of being effective in intercepting the rockets threatening civilians.

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Jul 26, 2021

It gives us a seat at the table. It allows us to help influence decisions, it allows us to engage.

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Jul 26, 2021

Would you agree with me that now, during historic drought conditions, it is time to prioritize Western water infrastructure, not cut infrastructure from it?

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Jul 26, 2021

The Department needs to change course and get back to an American energy-dominance agenda--an agenda that creates jobs and provides for energy independence from foreign adversaries.

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Jul 26, 2021

The Bureau of Reclamation also needs to be a higher priority for this Administration if we are to maintain and grow a viable, rural, western economy.

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Jul 26, 2021

However, to date--and here we are, it is now July 27th, six weeks later--the Department has failed to notice any oil and gas lease sales.

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