U.S. Senator · R · Wyoming
John Barrasso
- Term
- 2025–2031
- Office
- 307 Dirksen Senate Office Building
- Bills
- 83
- Speeches
- 1
Issue by issue
The same issue areas we use for every senator, so you can see where Barrasso puts their effort — and read the record behind each one.
Health care
Extensive record
Barrasso's work here shows up as 30 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 2 documented commitments.
30 bills
Go deeper on health care
Their stated view
- Healthcare Access and Support — Senator Barrasso champions initiatives to enhance access to mental health services, support hospitals, and address specific health concerns like rare diseases and genetic counseling.
Commitments tracked here
- Support National Hospital Week
- Improve Mental Health Services
The record (31)
- Bill authoredExpanding Seniors Access to Mental Health Services ActLatest action 2025-05-15
- Bill authoredA resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Hospital Week, to be observed from May 10 through May 16, 2026.Latest action 2026-05-14
- Bill authoredA resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Hospital Week, to be observed from May 11 through May 17, 2025.Latest action 2025-05-14
- Bill authoredA resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Hospital Week, to be observed from May 12 through May 18, 2024.Latest action 2024-05-15
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Nurses Week, to be observed from May 6 through May 12, 2026.Latest action 2026-04-30
- Bill authoredMental Health Access and Provider Support Act of 2026Latest action 2026-03-25
- Bill authoredA concurrent resolution supporting the Local Radio Freedom Act.Latest action 2025-03-03
- Bill authoredFair Funding for Rural Hospitals ActLatest action 2025-02-06
Environment & energy
Extensive record
Barrasso's work here shows up as 25 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 1 documented commitment.
25 bills
Go deeper on environment & energy
Their stated view
- Responsible Public Lands Management — He supports legislation aimed at improving the management of national parks and public lands, including efforts to prevent wildfires and facilitate economic activities like grazing and recreation.
Commitments tracked here
- Protect Access to Public Lands for Traditional Use
The record (33)
- Bill authoredResiliency for Ranching and Natural Conservation Health ActLatest action 2022-06-07
- Bill cosponsoredBorder Lands Conservation ActLatest action 2025-10-22
- Bill authoredRanching Without Red Tape Act of 2023Latest action 2024-06-12
- Bill cosponsoredProtecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act of 2025Latest action 2025-02-12
- Bill authoredA bill to require the Director of the Bureau of Land Management to withdraw a rule of the Bureau of Land Management relating to conservation and landscape health.Latest action 2023-05-03
- Bill authoredGrasslands Grazing Act of 2025Latest action 2026-07-23
- Bill authoredModernizing Access to Our Public Waters ActLatest action 2024-12-19
- Bill authoredOperational Flexibility Grazing Management Program ActLatest action 2024-11-21
Housing
Extensive record
Barrasso's work here shows up as 23 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 1 documented commitment.
23 bills
Go deeper on housing
Commitments tracked here
- Withdraw Energy Efficiency Standards
The record (20)
- Bill authoredA bill to require the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development and the Secretary of Agriculture to withdraw a final determination relating to energy efficiency standards for housing, and for other purposes.Latest action 2025-11-18
- Bill authoredA bill to delay the implementation of a rule relating to the importation of sheep and goats and products derived from sheep and goats, and for other purposes.Latest action 2023-09-21
- Bill cosponsoredA joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Small Off-Road Engines Regulations; Notice of Decision".Latest action 2026-08-05
- Bill cosponsoredFarm and Food Cybersecurity Act of 2025Latest action 2025-02-26
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing support for the designation of February 21 through February 28, 2026, as "National FFA Week", recognizing the important role of the National FFA Organization in developing the next generation of globally conscious leaders who will change the world, and celebrating the 50th anniversary of the chartering of the State of Alaska as a State FFA Association.Latest action 2026-02-26
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution supporting the designation of 2026 as the "International Year of the Woman Farmer" to recognize and honor the critical role of women in agriculture.Latest action 2026-01-29
- Bill cosponsoredSecuring American Agriculture ActLatest action 2024-09-25
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing support for the designation of October 7 through October 12, 2024, as "National 4-H Week".Latest action 2024-09-25
Economy & jobs
Some record
Barrasso's work here shows up as 4 bills authored or cosponsored, tied to 1 documented commitment.
4 bills
Go deeper on economy & jobs
Their stated view
- Boost Domestic Energy Production — Senator Barrasso advocates for policies that promote the development and utilization of domestic energy resources, including oil, gas, and coal, to achieve energy independence and lower costs.
- Fiscal Responsibility & Tax Relief — He proposes measures to reduce the national deficit, provide tax relief for individuals and businesses, and ensure transparency in tax administration.
Commitments tracked here
- Reduce Federal Deficit Dollar-for-Dollar
The record (3)
- Bill authoredDollar-for-Dollar Deficit Reduction ActLatest action 2023-03-08
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing opposition to congressional spending on earmarks.Latest action 2025-11-20
- Bill cosponsoredNo Budget, No Pay ActLatest action 2025-01-14
Immigration & border
Limited record
Barrasso's work here shows up as 1 bill authored or cosponsored and 1 floor speech, tied to 1 documented commitment.
1 bill·1 speech
Go deeper on immigration & border
Their stated view
- Secure Borders & Immigration Control — Senator Barrasso supports strict immigration enforcement, including preventing unauthorized individuals from obtaining licenses.
Commitments tracked here
- Prevent Undocumented Driver Licenses
The record (2)
- Bill authoredNo Licenses for Illegal Drivers or Truckers Act of 2026Latest action 2026-04-16
- Floor speech / statementImmigration and Customs Enforcement (Executive Session)Latest action 2026-07-15
What Barrasso stands for
The issues this senator has built their public record around, drawn from their own campaign material, official statements and legislative work. Each one links to a source so you can read it yourself.
- 01Economy
Boost Domestic Energy Production
Senator Barrasso advocates for policies that promote the development and utilization of domestic energy resources, including oil, gas, and coal, to achieve energy independence and lower costs.
- 02Environment
Responsible Public Lands Management
He supports legislation aimed at improving the management of national parks and public lands, including efforts to prevent wildfires and facilitate economic activities like grazing and recreation.
- 03Health
Healthcare Access and Support
Senator Barrasso champions initiatives to enhance access to mental health services, support hospitals, and address specific health concerns like rare diseases and genetic counseling.
- 04Economy
Fiscal Responsibility & Tax Relief
He proposes measures to reduce the national deficit, provide tax relief for individuals and businesses, and ensure transparency in tax administration.
- 05Immigration
Secure Borders & Immigration Control
Senator Barrasso supports strict immigration enforcement, including preventing unauthorized individuals from obtaining licenses.
What they've actually done about it
Each commitment below is something this senator has publicly said they would pursue, followed by the concrete record on it: bills they authored or cosponsored, floor speeches they gave. We describe the record — we don't grade it.
- Housing
Withdraw Energy Efficiency Standards
Advocate for withdrawing final determinations related to energy efficiency standards for housing, particularly those imposed by federal agencies.
Where it stands: Senator Barrasso sponsored S.XXX, 'A bill to require the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development and the Secretary of Agriculture to withdraw a final determination relating to energy efficiency standards for housing, and for other purposes,' which was introduced on 2025-11-18 and is currently pending in committee.
On the record: 23 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredA bill to require the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development and the Secretary of Agriculture to withdraw a final determination relating to energy efficiency standards for housing, and for other purposes.Latest action 2025-11-18
- Bill authoredA bill to delay the implementation of a rule relating to the importation of sheep and goats and products derived from sheep and goats, and for other purposes.Latest action 2023-09-21
- Bill authoredA bill to delay the implementation of a rule relating to the importation of sheep and goats and products derived from sheep and goats, and for other purposes.Latest action 2021-12-09
- Bill cosponsoredA joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Small Off-Road Engines Regulations; Notice of Decision".Latest action 2026-08-05
- Bill cosponsoredFarm and Food Cybersecurity Act of 2025Latest action 2025-02-26
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing support for the designation of February 21 through February 28, 2026, as "National FFA Week", recognizing the important role of the National FFA Organization in developing the next generation of globally conscious leaders who will change the world, and celebrating the 50th anniversary of the chartering of the State of Alaska as a State FFA Association.Latest action 2026-02-26
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution supporting the designation of 2026 as the "International Year of the Woman Farmer" to recognize and honor the critical role of women in agriculture.Latest action 2026-01-29
- Bill cosponsoredSecuring American Agriculture ActLatest action 2024-09-25
- Immigration
Prevent Undocumented Driver Licenses
Sponsor the No Licenses for Illegal Drivers or Truckers Act of 2026 to prohibit the issuance of driver's licenses to undocumented immigrants.
Where it stands: Senator Barrasso sponsored the No Licenses for Illegal Drivers or Truckers Act of 2026 (S. 3333), which was referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works on 2026-04-16 and remains pending.
On the record: 1 bill · 1 speech
See the 2 records behind this
- Bill authoredNo Licenses for Illegal Drivers or Truckers Act of 2026Latest action 2026-04-16
- Floor speech / statementImmigration and Customs Enforcement (Executive Session)Latest action 2026-07-15
- Economy
Reduce Federal Deficit Dollar-for-Dollar
Introduce and support the Dollar-for-Dollar Deficit Reduction Act to ensure that any new spending is offset by equivalent cuts or revenue increases.
Where it stands: Senator Barrasso sponsored the 'Dollar-for-Dollar Deficit Reduction Act' (S. 3968) on 2026-03-24, which has been referred to the Committee on the Budget and is currently pending.
On the record: 4 bills
See the 4 records behind this
- Bill authoredDollar-for-Dollar Deficit Reduction ActLatest action 2023-03-08
- Bill authoredDollar-for-Dollar Deficit Reduction ActLatest action 2026-03-24
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing opposition to congressional spending on earmarks.Latest action 2025-11-20
- Bill cosponsoredNo Budget, No Pay ActLatest action 2025-01-14
- Health
Support National Hospital Week
Cosponsor resolutions recognizing National Hospital Week to support hospitals and healthcare workers for their vital contributions.
Where it stands: Senator Barrasso sponsored Senate Resolutions for National Hospital Week in 2024, 2025, and 2026, all of which passed by Unanimous Consent.
On the record: 25 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredA resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Hospital Week, to be observed from May 10 through May 16, 2026.Latest action 2026-05-14
- Bill authoredA resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Hospital Week, to be observed from May 11 through May 17, 2025.Latest action 2025-05-14
- Bill authoredA resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Hospital Week, to be observed from May 12 through May 18, 2024.Latest action 2024-05-15
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Nurses Week, to be observed from May 6 through May 12, 2026.Latest action 2026-04-30
- Bill authoredMental Health Access and Provider Support Act of 2026Latest action 2026-03-25
- Bill authoredA concurrent resolution supporting the Local Radio Freedom Act.Latest action 2025-03-03
- Bill authoredFair Funding for Rural Hospitals ActLatest action 2025-02-06
- Bill cosponsoredA resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of May 3, 2026, through May 9, 2026, as "National Small Business Week" to celebrate the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in every community in the United States.Latest action 2026-04-29
- Health
Improve Mental Health Services
Support bills like the Mental Health Access and Provider Support Act and Expanding Seniors Access to Mental Health Services Act to increase availability and quality of care.
Where it stands: Senator Barrasso sponsored the 'Expanding Seniors Access to Mental Health Services Act' (S.1425), which was introduced on 2025-05-15 and referred to committee, indicating active legislative support for a stated bill.
On the record: 5 bills
See the 5 records behind this
- Bill authoredExpanding Seniors Access to Mental Health Services ActLatest action 2025-05-15
- Bill authoredMental Health Access and Provider Support Act of 2026Latest action 2026-03-25
- Bill authoredMental Health Access Improvement Act of 2021Latest action 2021-03-18
- Bill authoredProtecting Seniors Access to Health Care ActLatest action 2021-03-23
- Bill cosponsoredEnsuring Seniors’ Access to Quality Care ActLatest action 2026-04-30
- Environment
Protect Access to Public Lands for Traditional Use
Champion legislation such as the Grasslands Grazing Act and the American Voices in Federal Lands Act to ensure continued access for grazing and other traditional uses.
Where it stands: Senator Barrasso sponsored the Grasslands Grazing Act of 2025 (S. 2222), which was placed on the Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders, Calendar No. 485, in this Congress.
On the record: 25 bills
See the 8 records behind this
- Bill authoredResiliency for Ranching and Natural Conservation Health ActLatest action 2022-06-07
- Bill authoredResiliency for Ranching and Natural Conservation Health ActLatest action 2025-01-23
- Bill authoredResiliency for Ranching and Natural Conservation Health ActLatest action 2024-12-24
- Bill cosponsoredBorder Lands Conservation ActLatest action 2025-10-22
- Bill authoredRanching Without Red Tape Act of 2023Latest action 2024-06-12
- Bill cosponsoredProtecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act of 2025Latest action 2025-02-12
- Bill authoredA bill to require the Director of the Bureau of Land Management to withdraw a rule of the Bureau of Land Management relating to conservation and landscape health.Latest action 2023-05-03
- Bill authoredGrasslands Grazing Act of 2025Latest action 2026-07-23
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