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https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/president-signs-lummis-mullin-bill-to-designate-the-bald-eagle-as-the-national-bird/ President Signs Lummis, Mullin Bill to Designate the Bald Eagle as the National Bird 2024-12-27 2024 2024-12 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, President Joe Biden signed legislation introduced by Senate Western Caucus Chair Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) and Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) to designate the bald eagle as the National Bird of the United States. “The bald eagle is an enduring symbol of American freedom and values, and I am thrilled it is finally getting the recognition it deserves as our official national bird,” said Lummis. “The bald eagle has long been a symbol of freedom and patriotism for our nation,”said Mullin. “It’s only fitting we officially designate the bald eagle the national bird of the United States. I’m happy to see this signed into law by the president and was happy to work in a bipartisan fashion to get it to his desk.” Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith (both D-MN) cosponsored the legislation. Reps. Brad Finstad (R-MN), Angie Craig (D-MN), Dean Phillips (D-MN), Tom Emmer (R-MN), Betty McCollum (D-MN), Ilhan Omar (D-MN), Michelle Fischbach (R-MN), Pete Stauber (R-MN), Dan Newhouse (R-WA), Derrick Van Orden (R-WI), and Don Beyer (D-VA) introduced the House companion bill. The bald eagle has proudly been depicted as the national symbol of the United States since June 20, 1782, when our country’s Founding Fathers at the Second Continental Congress approved the Great Seal of the United States. Since that time, the bald eagle has appeared on official documents, currency, flags, public buildings, sports teams and other government-related items. Today, the bald eagle is synonymous with American life and this legislation will officially designate it as the National Bird of the United States. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-statement-on-passing-of-jinx-clark/ Barrasso Statement on Passing of Jinx Clark 2024-12-23 2024 2024-12 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper Sen. Barrasso and Jinx Clark on the Speaker’s Balcony of the U.S. Capitol Building. CASPER, WY – Today, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) released the following statement regarding the loss of his former state staff director and current top aide, Jinx Clark. Jinx, a U.S. Navy veteran, passed away this past weekend. “Wyoming and the Congressional delegation lost a wonderful mentor, colleague, and friend. Jinx was truly dedicated to serving others. She has been by my side in Wyoming since the day I started in the U.S. Senate. Both as a leader and guidepost, she helped ensure we stayed on track and achieved our mission. “While she radiated kindness, Jinx was tough as nails. Her experience serving our country as an officer in the U.S. Navy trained her to face any problems and obstacles head-on. Jinx could always be trusted to get the job done and do it well. “Jinx helped so many people across our state – whether it was through her work in the Senate or her beloved church community. We are all better off today for having Jinx in our lives. I’m beyond grateful I was able to serve Wyoming alongside her for so many years. My prayers are with her sister Kim, brother Bill, and her entire extended family.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-fights-to-address-water-scarcity-and-shore-up-drought-preparedness-measures/ Lummis Fights to Address Water Scarcity and Shore Up Drought Preparedness Measures 2024-12-20 2024 2024-12 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper Washington, D.C.— This week, U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis’ (R-WY) legislation to shore up drought preparedness measures and address water scarcity in Wyoming and the west passed the Senate. Lummis headed to the Senate floor to urgently seek support for the bipartisan Water Data Improvement Act and the Drought Preparedness Act, and the bills were passed by unanimous consent. They now head to the president’s desk to be signed into law. “The west’s ability to continue leading our nation in cutting-edge water conservation and management hinges on preserving proven policies that mitigate drought threats,” said Lummis. “We must act urgently to ensure our state, local and Tribal governments are adequately prepared to deal with droughts and shore up our water infrastructure across Wyoming and western states.” The Water Data Improvement Act would: Support the National Groundwater Resources Monitoring Network, which promotes collaborative groundwater monitoring between federal, state, and local programs, by reauthorizing the program at $4 million annually. Reauthorize the National Streamflow Information Program at $10 million annually to help monitor water levels. Improve water estimation and monitoring technologies by reauthorizing the grant programs for agencies, academic institutions and private entities to develop and implement new methodologies and technologies. Improve collaboration between the Department of Interior (DOI) and other federal and state agencies to streamline and centralize water data collection systems and water supply forecasting techniques. The Drought Preparedness Act would: Reauthorize the Reclamation States Emergency Drought Relief Act through 2028. Continue authorities for DOI to prepare drought contingency plans and provide technical assistance to State, local, and Tribal governments on their drought contingency plans. Maintain authorities for DOI loans to water users for drought mitigation projects. Support emergency response actions to minimize damages from drought. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-meets-with-fbi-director-nominee-kash-patel/ Lummis Meets with FBI Director Nominee Kash Patel 2024-12-19 2024 2024-12 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper Today, U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) released the following statement after meeting with President Donald Trump’s FBI Director Nominee, Kash Patel. “Kash Patel is an accomplished lawyer, seasoned former public defender and trusted advisor who has dedicated his career to exposing corruption and standing up for the American people,” said Lummis. “Under his leadership, the FBI will end America’s out of control crime epidemic and punish migrant gangs taking advantage of the Biden administration’s open borders. President Trump has made it his mission to stamp out corruption within the FBI, and Kash is a great choice to restore the FBI to its intended mission of protecting the American people rather than targeting political opponents.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-meets-with-secretary-of-defense-nominee-pete-hegseth/ Lummis Meets with Secretary of Defense Nominee Pete Hegseth 2024-12-19 2024 2024-12 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper Washington, D.C.— Today, U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) released the following statement after meeting with President Donald Trump’s Secretary of Defense nominee, Pete Hegseth. “For years, the Biden administration has made our nation look weak on the world stage, emboldening our enemies and pushing radical military policies,” said Lummis. “Pete Hegseth’s extensive service to our nation makes him uniquely qualified to serve as Defense Secretary, and I am confident he will revoke the woke policies that have infiltrated the military and restore our fighting forces. We need to build a U.S. military Americans can be proud of, and Pete Hegseth will be the one to do it.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-on-passage-of-the-national-defense-authorization-act/ Barrasso on Passage of the National Defense Authorization Act 2024-12-18 2024 2024-12 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) issued the following statement after voting to pass the FY 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). “America needs a strong military to defend our nation at home and abroad. As we face increasing threats from our adversaries, we need to make sure our military has top-of-the-line resources,” said Senator Barrasso. “This year’s National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) eliminates woke Pentagon policies and prioritizes military readiness and modernization. It gives our troops a significant and much-deserved pay raise. It also includes funding for critical projects at F.E. Warren Air Force Base in Cheyenne. Signing this bill into law as soon as possible will make sure our servicemen and women have the resources they need to protect all Americans and our freedoms.” This year’s NDAA authorizes funding to support a 14.5% pay raise for junior enlisted servicemembers (E1-E4) and a 4.5% pay raise for all other military members. It also includes Senator Barrasso’s legislation with U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) to ensure the Air Force maintains at least 271 total C-130 aircraft. The NDAA includes funding for the much-needed Rip and Replace program at the Federal Communications Commission. This program will enhance security in our networks by removing banned Chinese telecommunications equipment in Wyoming and across the country. Barrasso was also successful in securing critical funding and provisions for Wyoming’s F.E. Warren Air Force Base. Key Wyoming Provisions Included in the NDAA: 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-secures-funding-for-rip-and-replace-to-protect-the-people-of-wyomings-privacy/ Lummis Secures Funding for Rip and Replace to Protect the People of Wyoming’s Privacy 2024-12-18 2024 2024-12 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper Washington, D.C.— Today, U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) announced she secured key funding for Rip and Replace in the final version of the National Defense Authorization Act of 2024. Rip and Replace funding is integral to our national security because it will remove dangerous Chinese components from our wireless communications systems and replace them with safe and secure equipment. Without this funding, Wyoming communities could lose their access to telecommunications services. “Chinese-manufactured equipment used to build out our broadband networks pose a serious threat to our national security and the privacy of the people of Wyoming,” said Lummis. “The NDAA fully funds Rip and Replace, ensuring small wireless and broadband carriers throughout Wyoming will not be saddled with millions of dollars in costs that could result in service blackouts and companies closing down. Poor connectivity continues to be one of Wyoming’s biggest challenges and now more than ever, we have the ability to not only ensure even the most rural corners of the Cowboy State have reliable broadband access but also protect this critical resource from foreign adversaries.” Lummis has been a strong proponent of funding Rip and Replace due to the dangerous risk to Wyoming communities of service being cut entirely due to the high costs to fund these projects. Earlier this year, she introduced an amendment to the appropriations bill to fully fund Rip and Replace and ensure Wyoming communities continue having access to reliable broadband and wireless services. She also spoke at a Senate Commerce Committee hearing about the threats Chinese-manufactured equipment in our broadband and wireless networks pose to our communities and the urgent need for Congress to fund Rip and Replace. In February 2023, Lummis penned an op-ed in the Hill expressing her serious concerns over the Chinese Communist Party’s ability to spy on the people of Wyoming through the equipment used to build out broadband and wireless networks in the state and the urgent n… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-mullin-bipartisan-bill-to-designate-the-bald-eagle-as-national-bird-heads-to-the-presidents-desk/ Lummis, Mullin Bipartisan Bill to Designate the Bald Eagle as National Bird Heads to the President’s Desk 2024-12-17 2024 2024-12 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senate Western Caucus Chair Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) and Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) announced their bipartisan legislation to designate the bald eagle as the National Bird of the United States passed the U.S. House of Representatives and the Senate. It is now heading to the President’s desk to be signed into law. “I am thrilled our bipartisan bill just passed the House,” said Lummis. “The bald eagle is an enduring symbol of American freedom and values, and thanks to bipartisan support, we are one step closer to officially designating the bald eagle as our national bird.” “The bald eagle has long been a symbol of freedom and patriotism for our nation,” said Sen. Mullin. “It’s only fitting we officially designate the bald eagle the national bird of the United States. I was glad to join my colleagues in leading this bipartisan effort and appreciate the House’s swift consideration.” Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith (both D-MN) cosponsored the legislation. Reps. Brad Finstad (R-MN), Angie Craig (D-MN), Dean Phillips (D-MN), Tom Emmer (R-MN), Betty McCollum (D-MN), Ilhan Omar (D-MN), Michelle Fischbach (R-MN), Pete Stauber (R-MN), Dan Newhouse (R-WA), Derrick Van Orden (R-WI), and Don Beyer (D-VA) introduced the House companion bill. The bald eagle has proudly been depicted as the national symbol of the United States since June 20, 1782, when our country’s Founding Fathers at the Second Continental Congress approved the Great Seal of the United States. Since that time, the bald eagle has appeared on official documents, currency, flags, public buildings, sports teams and other government-related items. Today, the bald eagle is synonymous with American life and this legislation will officially designate it as the National Bird of the United States. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-names-rock-springs-native-brad-bunning-as-new-chief-of-staff/ Barrasso Names Rock Springs Native Brad Bunning as New Chief of Staff 2024-12-13 2024 2024-12 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo) named longtime policy advisor and Wyoming native Brad Bunning as his Chief of Staff. Bunning will take the reins from Barrasso’s former Chief of Staff and Laramie native Dan Kunsman. Barrasso recently named Kunsman Staff Director for the Office of the Senate Republican Whip. Barrasso praised Bunning’s experience to lead staff and serve the people of Wyoming well. “Brad has been with me from day one. He’s spent his entire career helping people across Wyoming and beyond,” said Barrasso. “Brad’s extensive policy experience and deep knowledge of our state make him an outstanding choice to lead my office as Chief of Staff.” Bunning, who grew up in Rock Springs, has served in the U.S. Senate for more than 20 years. His career started in 2001 with an internship for U.S. Senator Craig Thomas (R-Wyo.). He quickly rose through the ranks serving in a variety of roles including as systems administrator, telecom policy aide, legislative assistant, senior policy advisor and senior professional staff member at the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee. Bunning was instrumental in shaping nuclear fuel policy and reviving uranium production in Wyoming and across America. He led the effort to introduce and pass legislation prohibiting Russian uranium imports and securing the future of American nuclear fuel production. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-newhouse-slam-biden-administrations-eleventh-hour-attempt-to-appease-climate-extremists/ Lummis, Newhouse Slam Biden Administration’s Eleventh Hour Attempt to Appease Climate Extremists 2024-12-13 2024 2024-12 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper Washington, D.C. — Senate Western Caucus Chair Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) and Congressional Western Caucus Chair Dan Newhouse (R-WA) slammed the Biden administration’s last ditch attempts to appease climate activists by listing the monarch butterfly as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act, senselessly hogtying landowners with restrictive regulations to score some final political points. “The Endangered Species Act is in dire need of reform, and this listing by the Fish and Wildlife Service only further drives home this point,” said Lummis. “As Republicans prepare to control the Senate, House, and White House next year, I look forward to prioritizing legislative and administrative reforms that will protect species without hindering economic development.” “This announcement by the Fish and Wildlife Service to list the monarch butterfly as threatened highlights the need for comprehensive reform to the Endangered Species Act,” said Newhouse. “For far too long, the ESA has been used to stifle development while encroaching on the rights of private landowners. The Western Caucus will continue to prioritize reforms to the ESA, including the ESA Amendments Act, to make the law work better for species, landowners and rural communities alike.” Monarch butterfly populations are found across the contiguous U.S., including Wyoming. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-repeal-the-biden-car-bribe/ Barrasso: Repeal the Biden Car Bribe 2024-12-11 2024 2024-12 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper “Taxpayers should not be forced to pay for the cost of luxury vehicles. It is wrong for tax dollars from working families to subsidize the car purchases of wealthy elites. Americans refuse to be force-fed electric vehicles.” WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) spoke on the Senate floor today calling for the repeal of Democrats’ $7,500 electric vehicle handout. The Democrats’ EV subsidies are a bribe to push their unpopular climate agenda, killing American jobs and abusing taxpayer funds. Repealing this subsidy will put Americans back in the driver’s seat. Sen Barrasso’s remarks: “The new Senate Republican Majority begins January 3, 2025. So, our day one starts in three weeks. Republicans will enter the next Congress with a long ‘Fix It’ list on behalf of the American people. “At the top of that list is an agenda that lowers costs and restores American energy dominance. “Prices today we know, are 20 percent higher than they were 4 years ago. And just this morning, we learned once again that prices have gone up in November. “And we know the culprits – the problem behind the high prices: Wasteful Washington Spending. And we’ve seen a lot of it the last four years. The other reason, of course, is the Democrats’ throttling American energy production. “Republicans are going to fix the fiscal insanity of the past four years. We’ll put Americans – not Washington bureaucrats – back into the driver’s seat. “We’re going to start by repealing the ‘Biden Car Bribe’. This is something President Trump strongly supports, and he is supporting what we are promoting. He’s asked for it. He’s campaigned on it. “Eliminating this car bribe by the Biden administration, it is one of the most wasteful policies that we’ve seen from this administration in the last four years. It is Democrats’ $7,500 subsidy for people buying electric vehicles. It was included in their reckless tax-and-spend legislation. It received zero – zero – Republican votes. Not a one. “It is an attempt by the Democrats to bribe the Americ… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-joins-doge-caucus-to-hold-unelected-bureaucrats-accountable-reduce-size-of-federal-government/ Lummis Joins DOGE Caucus to Hold Unelected Bureaucrats Accountable, Reduce Size of Federal Government 2024-12-05 2024 2024-12 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper Today, U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) announced she will join the Delivering Outstanding Government Efficiency Caucus, chaired by U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA), to rein in the federal government’s wasteful spending and hold unelected bureaucrats accountable to the American people. “For four years, the people of Wyoming have watched as the Biden-Harris administration has enabled unelected bureaucrats to become untouchable and unaccountable to the people they serve, but on January 20, 2025, that will come to a screeching halt,” said Lummis. “We have a responsibility to cut wasteful spending, restore transparency, eliminate fraud and abuse within the federal government and give power back to the American people. The DOGE Caucus will play an integral role in sniffing out government waste, and I look forward to partnering with my colleagues and President Trump to rein in Biden’s Big Government.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-newhouse-slam-biden-harris-blms-out-of-touch-greater-sage-grouse-plan/ Lummis, Newhouse Slam Biden-Harris BLM’s Out of Touch Greater Sage Grouse Plan 2024-12-05 2024 2024-12 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper Senate Western Caucus Chair Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) and Congressional Western Caucus Chair Dan Newhouse (R-WA) wrote a letter to the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Director Tracy Stone-Manning expressing their concerns with its final Greater Sage-Grouse Resource Management Plan Amendment (RMPA). “While the Biden-Harris administration spends its final days catering to its radical climate change base, farmers, ranchers and landowners across the west will bear the consequences of its catastrophic failures for years to come,” said Lummis. “Instead of trusting Wyoming’s experts who have a proven track record on sage-grouse management, this administration continues grasping for control of the west by awarding decision-making power to unelected D.C. bureaucrats who do not know the first thing about western land management. Rep. Newhouse and I are calling on the BLM to immediately cease any work on the RMPA in this lame duck period to spare the west from a few more weeks of this administration’s Green New Deal policies.” “BLM’s sage-grouse proposal implements an unworkable one-size-fits-all approach to population management that will fail landowners across the west,” said Newhouse. “I’m proud to join Senator Lummis in requesting the agency return control to state and local officials who best know how to manage populations. This is clearly a last-ditch effort by a lame duck administration to inflict further harm on the American West, and I look forward to supporting the repeal of this regulation in the new Congress.” This plan will affect sage-grouse habitats in Wyoming, California, Nevada, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Colorado, Montana, North Dakota and South Dakota. In March, Lummis and Newhouse urged the BLM to extend the comment period on this sage-grouse plan in order for those who live and work on the lands affected by the proposal to have ample time to provide public comment. In October 2023, Senate Western Caucus member Jim Risch (R-ID) led a letter to Senate leadership to keep the greater sage-grouse off the endanger… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-presses-for-urgent-action-on-ndaa/ Barrasso Presses for Urgent Action on NDAA 2024-12-04 2024 2024-12 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper “Democrats’ dithering and delaying – it’s downright dangerous. It sends a terrible message that America’s deterrence isn’t incredible. As a result of the November elections, that’s about to change…” WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) spoke on the Senate floor today to call for urgent passage the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Senator Barrasso also discussed how he spent Thanksgiving in the Middle East with Wyoming service members. With global tensions escalating, passing the NDAA has become more urgent than ever. Senate Democrats have selfishly stalled its passage, withholding critical resources for our troops, their families, and military operations. Click here to watch Sen. Barrasso’s remarks. Sen. Barrasso’s remarks: “I spent Thanksgiving in the Middle East with 400 members of our Wyoming National Guard. These heroes come from actually 40 different hometowns all across the Cowboy State – small towns, our larger towns, East, West, North, and South. “I spend every Thanksgiving with deployed Wyoming troops. I go to thank them – thank them for all they’re doing to keep all of us safe and free. “Most Americans celebrate Thanksgiving surrounded by their loved ones. These soldiers spent Thanksgiving not with family and neighbors, but in the neighborhood of America’s enemies. “Our enemies today are much more dangerous, aggressive, menacing, and powerful than they were just four years ago. For the past four years, Americans have seen the current administration surrender, squander, and sell out our nation’s strategic advantages. “This administration stopped enforcing sanctions on Iranian oil sales, then allowed Iran to sell discounted oil to China. Iran got richer and more menacing as a result of all the money they got. China got more powerful by being able to buy cheap energy. “Well, the Wyoming soldiers that I had a chance to visit, they’re strong, they’re tough, they are brave. The thing that is so interesting though, is I believe that they’re being failed by a Congress that … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-announces-support-for-lee-zeldins-confirmation/ Lummis Announces Support for Lee Zeldin’s Confirmation 2024-12-04 2024 2024-12 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper Washington, D.C.— Today, U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), a member of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee announced her support for former Congressman Lee Zeldin’s nomination to serve as Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). “Lee Zeldin has my total and complete support to lead the EPA due to his commitment to cutting onerous regulations and unnecessary red tape that has destroyed industries throughout Wyoming and the west,” said Lummis. “Lee and I served together in the U.S. House, and I have been honored to call him a friend and colleague for many years. I cannot wait to work with him in his next role as EPA Administrator.” This morning, Lummis met with Zeldin to discuss her priorities for EPA including rolling back the Biden administration’s attacks on western energy. Sen. Lummis also highlighted the important role Wyoming plays in powering the nation and the world. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-joins-nbcs-meet-the-press-to-talk-republicans-historic-election-wins/ Barrasso Joins NBC’s Meet The Press to talk Republicans’ Historic Election Wins 2024-11-10 2024 2024-11 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper “America – the people of this country – voted. They want to get this country back on track.” Sen. Barrasso joins NBC’s Meet The Press with Kristen Welker on Sunday. CASPER, WY – Today, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), appeared on NBC’s Meet The Press to discuss Republicans’ historic election wins, the Senate Republican Majority’s legislative priorities, and the need to quickly put President-Elect Donald Trump’s team in place. Below are key excerpts from the interview: On Republicans’ Historic Election Victories and Mandate: “What you saw there really was an earthquake election. The biggest comeback politically in the history of our country. You know, they used to call Bill Clinton the ‘comeback kid’ – Donald Trump is the Comeback King. He has comeback from two impeachments, from being dragged through the courts, from getting shot. And he won with over 300 electoral votes, a majority of the people, winning all these demographic areas. And you know, he brought us four new Republican Senators – we now have 53 Republican Senators. What that proves is America – the people of this country – voted. They want to get this country back on track. “The mandate are the two things that people care the most about, which is the high costs and the open border. And those are the things we’re going to start working on immediately. We’ve been working with the transition team on those things. Now, there are some things that the President can do as soon as he takes office in terms of making some new turns on these bad policies of the current administration in terms of unleashing American energy. In terms of the policies with the border, reversing so many of these executive orders that were put in place four years ago. “I expect to see the President put back in place the ‘remain in Mexico’ policy, stop this ‘catch and release’ policy.” Click here to watch Sen. Barrasso’s remarks on the 2024 Republican mandate. On Getting President-Elect Trump’s Team in Place: “And the Senate also wants to work very quickly – actually befo… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:02:12Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-statement-on-president-donald-j-trump-victory/ Barrasso Statement on President Donald J. Trump Victory 2024-11-06 2024 2024-11 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper CASPER, WY – U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), chairman of the Senate Republican Conference, today released the following statement after President Donald J. Trump was elected the 47th President of the United States. “President Trump’s victory today is a mandate from the American people to get this country back on track. Millions chose a new President who puts America first. We chose a President who values our freedom, not the heavy hand of Washington bureaucrats. We chose a President who will unleash American energy, secure the border, lower prices, and restore peace through strength. “President Trump’s agenda runs through the Republican-led United States Senate. Working together, we will deliver for the American people.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:02:12Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-calls-out-biden-harris-administrations-blatant-discrimination-against-starlink-internet-access/ Lummis, Calls Out Biden-Harris Administration’s Blatant Discrimination Against Starlink Internet Access 2024-11-01 2024 2024-11 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper Washington, D.C—Today, U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) joined Senators Ted Cruz (R-TX) and Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) in calling out the Biden-Harris administration for spreading misinformation about broadband connectivity in the U.S. in a letter to the U.S. Census Bureau and the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA). In their letter, the senators highlight how this administration is intentionally excluding from data on connectivity millions of households that rely on wireless and satellite technologies, particularly in our nation’s most rural and hard-to-reach areas, including many in Wyoming. “Many households across Wyoming rely on wireless and satellite technologies for connectivity in the most rural parts of our state, yet this administration’s decision to play politics continues to push our goal of bridging the digital divide further out of reach,” said Lummis. “By unnecessarily picking winners and losers, this administration has sabotaged bipartisan programs best equipped to provide connectivity to underserved areas and perpetuates misinformation about broadband in rural communities.” The Biden-Harris administration’s prioritization of politics over sound broadband policy has sabotaged the $42.45 billion Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) program, which was intended to help more Americans connect to high-speed internet. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T19:02:12Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-wyoming-delegation-joins-colleagues-demanding-answers-from-doj-on-illegal-aliens-registering-to-vote/ Wyoming Delegation Joins Colleagues Demanding Answers from DOJ on Illegal Aliens Registering to Vote 2024-10-08 2024 2024-10 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis as well as U.S. Representative Harriet Hageman (all R-Wyo.) recently joined Sen. Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.), Rep. Andy Biggs (R-Ariz.), and a large congressional coalition in demanding answers from U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland of the Department of Justice (DOJ) on alarming recent reports of illegal aliens registering to vote in the United States. “We are deeply concerned by reports of non-citizens registering to vote and voting in federal elections,” the Members of Congress wrote. “As of today, there has been no response from you or your Department regarding the inquiry on July 12, 2024, seeking information on efforts undertaken by your Department to enforce laws prohibiting non-citizen voting. Given that the 2024 Presidential Election is in less than 34 days, your Department’s inaction and refusal to provide any information regarding its efforts to promote public trust and confidence in our elections is especially alarming.” “Clearly, there is a non-negligible amount of voter participation by non-citizens in federal elections, which is not only a serious threat to the integrity of our elections and the democratic process they represent, but also has the potential to reduce Americans’ trust and confidence in election results,” the Members of Congress continued. The letter was led by Senator Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.) and Representative Andy Biggs (R-Ariz.-05). Co-signers of the letter include Senators John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), Rick Scott (R-Fla.), James Lankford (R-Okla.), Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Tim Scott (R-S.C.), Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), John Thune (R-S.D.), Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.), Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.), Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Deb Fischer… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:55:29Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/wyoming-delegation-joins-colleagues-demanding-answers-from-doj-on-illegal-aliens-registering-to-vote/ Wyoming Delegation Joins Colleagues Demanding Answers from DOJ on Illegal Aliens Registering to Vote 2024-10-08 2024 2024-10 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senators John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis as well as U.S. Representative Harriet Hageman (all R-Wyo.) recently joined Sen. Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.), Rep. Andy Biggs (R-Ariz.), and a large congressional coalition in demanding answers from U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland of the Department of Justice (DOJ) on alarming recent reports of illegal aliens registering to vote in the United States. “We are deeply concerned by reports of non-citizens registering to vote and voting in federal elections,” the Members of Congress wrote. “As of today, there has been no response from you or your Department regarding the inquiry on July 12, 2024, seeking information on efforts undertaken by your Department to enforce laws prohibiting non-citizen voting. Given that the 2024 Presidential Election is in less than 34 days, your Department’s inaction and refusal to provide any information regarding its efforts to promote public trust and confidence in our elections is especially alarming.” “Clearly, there is a non-negligible amount of voter participation by non-citizens in federal elections, which is not only a serious threat to the integrity of our elections and the democratic process they represent, but also has the potential to reduce Americans’ trust and confidence in election results,” the Members of Congress continued. The letter was led by Senator Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.) and Representative Andy Biggs (R-Ariz.-05). Co-signers of the letter include Senators John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), Rick Scott (R-Fla.), James Lankford (R-Okla.), Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Tim Scott (R-S.C.), Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), John Thune (R-S.D.), Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.), Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.), Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.), Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Deb Fischer… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:55:29Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-colleagues-introduce-resolution-to-celebrate-domestic-energy-producers/ Lummis, Colleagues Introduce Resolution to Celebrate Domestic Energy Producers 2024-10-04 2024 2024-10 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper Washington, D.C. – Senate Western Caucus Chair Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) introduced a resolution to designate October 4, 2024, as National Energy Appreciation Day to celebrate the men and women who work to power our nation and the world. Senators John Barrasso (R-WY), Kevin Cramer (R-ND), James Lankford (R-OK), Ted Cruz (R-TX), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Pete Ricketts (R-NE), John Hoeven (R-ND), Jim Risch (R-ID), Bill Cassidy (R-LA) and Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS) cosponsored the resolution. “Wyoming’s energy producers work tirelessly each and every day to power our nation, yet our domestic energy industry is under attack like never before due to the Biden-Harris administration’s war on energy production,” said Lummis. “I introduced this resolution to recognize and celebrate the men and women in the Cowboy State and throughout the country who work to power not only our nation, but the entire world.” “American energy production fuels American success,” said Barrasso. “Wyoming is America’s energy breadbasket. Our workers produce the energy and resources that keep America running and our economy strong. While this administration wages war on American energy, Wyoming will proudly celebrate National Energy Appreciation Day and continue to unleash American energy.” “Louisiana energy workers are the reason we have the fuel to run our cars and electricity to power our homes,” said Dr. Cassidy. “Thanks for powering the American economy.” “Oklahoma energy producers and energy innovators are leading America to energy dominance,”said Lankford. “They continue their great work to provide clean, affordable, and reliable energy to our state, despite the Biden-Harris Administration’s agenda to raise energy prices and surrender our energy future to China.” “Energy generated in West Virginia, made possible by our skilled and dedicated workforce, continues to keep homes warm, lights on, and move our nation forward,” said Capito. “West Virginia energy producers have done this for generations, and this tradition will always be a centra… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:55:29Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-statement-on-elk-fire-impacting-sheridan-county/ Barrasso Statement on Elk Fire Impacting Sheridan County 2024-10-02 2024 2024-10 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper CASPER, WY – Today, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) released the following statement offering support for those impacted by the Elk Fire in Sheridan County. “My prayers are with all those affected by the unprecedented Elk Fire in northern Wyoming. It’s vital that residents of Sheridan County and the surrounding areas follow the local evacuation guidelines. I encourage everyone to monitor the Sheridan County website (http://sheridancountywy.gov) for emergency updates and information on helpful resources. “My office is working with the state to do everything we can to assist those on the ground in relief efforts. Thank you to all our brave firefighters in Wyoming who risk their lives to keep us safe and protect our homes and communities.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:55:29Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-bill-cuts-red-tape-on-rural-economic-development-grants/ Barrasso Bill Cuts Red Tape on Rural Economic Development Grants 2024-09-27 2024 2024-09 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) recently introduced legislation to make federal grants more accessible for rural communities in Wyoming and across the country. The bill would require the Economic Development Administration (EDA) to work with leaders in rural communities to streamline and simplify the grant application process. “Our rural communities and small businesses are the backbone of Wyoming’s economy,” said Senator Barrasso. “Too many of Wyoming’s smaller communities miss out on federal grant opportunities due to the confusing, burdensome and time-consuming application process. The EDA Short Form Application Act will bring economic development grants within rural Wyoming’s reach. Cutting red tape and creating a shorter, more relevant process will make it easier for Wyoming’s rural communities to successfully apply for these valuable grants.” The EDA Short Form Application Act would: Require the establishment and use of short form applications for rural communities applying for economic development grant programs, and for other purposes. Require the Economic Development Administration (EDA) to consult a representative group of rural stakeholders for input on the following criteria: The length of the applications, The information and documentation required or requested to be submitted as part of the applications, The degree of applicability to rural communities of questions in the applications and information and documentation described requested, and Any other considerations the Assistant Secretary determines to be necessary for the establishment of the short form application. Full text of the legislation can be found here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:46:43Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-lummis-cosponsor-legislation-to-protect-domestic-agriculture-supply-chains-from-foreign-threats/ Barrasso, Lummis Cosponsor Legislation to Protect Domestic Agriculture Supply Chains from Foreign Threats 2024-09-26 2024 2024-09 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis (both R-WY) joined U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) in introducing the bipartisan Securing American Agriculture Act. This legislation would protect Wyoming food and agriculture supply chains from being taken over by foreign adversaries. “Protecting America’s agricultural and food supply chains from Chinese Communist Party threats is a top priority,” said Barrasso. “China’s alarming influence on the global agricultural supply chain puts our national security at risk. This legislation will strengthen our agricultural and food security and enable us to act on potential threats against America’s supply chain.” “The threat posed by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) extends far beyond our borders. From the content we consume on our devices to threats in the Pacific to the slave labor being used to manufacture clothing, the CCP has had an incredibly damaging influence on the United States. We cannot allow our foreign adversaries like China to control us. This commonsense, bipartisan legislation is a crucial step toward safeguarding America’s future,” said Lummis. China controls more than 90% of global production of many essential vitamins used in agricultural production, particularly in animal feed. A disruption in the supply of these key inputs could severely damage U.S. supply chains, affecting productivity and food prices. The Securing American Agriculture Act would: Require the U.S. Department of Agriculture, in conjunction with the U.S. Trade Representative and the Department of Commerce, to conduct an annual threat assessment of critical food and agricultural supply chains. Require the Secretary of Agriculture to provide recommendations to mitigate potential threats from the PRC and for legislative and regulatory actions to reduce barriers to domestic critical input production. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:46:43Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/barrasso-lummis-cosponsor-legislation-to-protect-domestic-agriculture-supply-chains-from-foreign-threats/ Barrasso, Lummis Cosponsor Legislation to Protect Domestic Agriculture Supply Chains from Foreign Threats 2024-09-26 2024 2024-09 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis (both R-WY) joined U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) in introducing the bipartisan Securing American Agriculture Act. This legislation would protect Wyoming food and agriculture supply chains from being taken over by foreign adversaries. “Protecting America’s agricultural and food supply chains from Chinese Communist Party threats is a top priority,” said Barrasso. “China’s alarming influence on the global agricultural supply chain puts our national security at risk. This legislation will strengthen our agricultural and food security and enable us to act on potential threats against America’s supply chain.” “The threat posed by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) extends far beyond our borders. From the content we consume on our devices to threats in the Pacific to the slave labor being used to manufacture clothing, the CCP has had an incredibly damaging influence on the United States. We cannot allow our foreign adversaries like China to control us. This commonsense, bipartisan legislation is a crucial step toward safeguarding America’s future,” said Lummis. China controls more than 90% of global production of many essential vitamins used in agricultural production, particularly in animal feed. A disruption in the supply of these key inputs could severely damage U.S. supply chains, affecting productivity and food prices. The Securing American Agriculture Act would: Require the U.S. Department of Agriculture, in conjunction with the U.S. Trade Representative and the Department of Commerce, to conduct an annual threat assessment of critical food and agricultural supply chains. Require the Secretary of Agriculture to provide recommendations to mitigate potential threats from the PRC and for legislative and regulatory actions to reduce barriers to domestic critical input production. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:46:43Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-introduces-enhanced-energy-recovery-act/ Barrasso Introduces Enhanced Energy Recovery Act 2024-09-25 2024 2024-09 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) was joined by U.S. Senators James Lankford (R-Okla.) and Bill Cassidy (R-La.) in introducing legislation to enhance carbon capture incentives and energy production. The Enhanced Energy Recovery Act (S. 5212) would create parity under the Section 45Q carbon capture tax credit by giving across-the-board, equal treatment for carbon captured for increased energy production, utilization, and sequestration. “For years, Wyoming has proudly led the way on carbon capture projects,” said Sen. Barrasso. “We’ve successfully used this technology to take carbon out of the air and find productive uses for it. One of those uses includes enhanced oil and natural gas recovery – a technique that significantly increases energy production while reducing carbon emissions. Recent changes to Section 45Q have made it harder for American energy producers and manufacturers to use this credit. The Enhanced Energy Recovery Act fixes this policy by ensuring equal treatment for energy production, utilization, and sequestration. This will bolster our nation’s energy security, support Wyoming’s energy workers, and help lower costs for American families.” “Building the infrastructure to capture carbon in Louisiana will create tens of thousands of jobs and there will be tens of billions of dollars of investment,” said Dr. Cassidy. “This will help Louisiana continue to lead as an energy and manufacturing state.” “Long before carbon storage became national buzzwords, Wyoming’s oil and gas workers were already permanently storing CO2 in enhanced oil recovery projects. For over 30 years CO2 injection has not only sequestered carbon in Wyoming but also helped produce millions of barrels of oil that the United States requires to meet energy demand. Senator Barrasso’s bill recognizes that enhanced oil recovery using CO2 deserves equal treatment to non-productive sequestration not only to create a level playing field in the tax code, but also because it supports high-paying oil and gas care… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:46:43Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-if-harris-wanted-to-secure-the-border-why-hasnt-she-done-it-yet/ Barrasso: If Harris Wanted to Secure the Border, Why Hasn’t She Done It Yet? 2024-09-24 2024 2024-09 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper “The crisis, the chaos, the crime, they are all a direct result of the terrible policies by Kamala Harris and Joe Biden. More than 10 million illegal immigrants have flooded into our country. They’ve done that in just the last four years with Kamala Harris and Joe Biden in the White House.” WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), chairman of the Senate Republican Conference, spoke on the Senate floor today slamming Joe Biden and Kamala Harris for creating the worst illegal immigration crisis in American history. He discussed how their open-border policies have allowed a violent Venezuelan gang – known as Tren de Aragua – to terrorize communities across the country. Senator Barrasso highlighted how one suspected gang member was recently imprisoned in Laramie County, Wyoming. Sen. Barrasso’s remarks: “I rise today to discuss the crisis that we are facing today in America at our southern border. Joe Biden and Kamala Harris have created the worst illegal immigrant crisis in American history. “Kamala Harris and Joe Biden removed every successful policy that was in place during the Trump administration. Kamala Harris and Joe Biden replaced them with policies that released millions upon millions of illegal immigrants into our country. “The crisis, the chaos, the crime, they are all a direct result of the terrible policies by Kamala Harris and Joe Biden. “Here are the facts. “More than 10 million illegal immigrants have flooded into our country. They’ve done that in just the last four years with Kamala Harris and Joe Biden in the White House. “At the same time, deadly drugs like fentanyl are flowing into our communities. Each year, tens of thousands of Americans are poisoned by fentanyl that comes across our southern border. “Our communities in every state are being overrun and overwhelmed by this flood of illegal immigrants. “Let’s look at the horrible scenes that are developing now in Aurora, Colorado, just to the south of my home state of Wyoming. This is a city where members of violent Venez… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:46:43Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-thune-pressure-broadband-czar-harris-on-mismanagement-of-federal-initiatives/ Lummis, Thune Pressure “Broadband Czar” Harris on Mismanagement of Federal Initiatives 2024-09-23 2024 2024-09 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper Washington, D.C—U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) joined U.S. Senator John Thune (R-SD), in sending a letter to Vice President Kamala Harris regarding her egregious mismanagement of federal broadband initiatives. In 2021, President Biden assigned the Vice President to lead broadband service expansion to rural and unserved communities. Under Harris’ reign as “Broadband Czar,” the $42 billion Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program has gone untouched, failing to connect a single person to the internet. The lack of broadband access is especially hurting our most rural states like Wyoming. “The digital divide is most apparent in the Cowboy State’s most rural communities, and it is past time for the broadband czar to do her job and use the BEAD program to eliminate the difficulties people in Wyoming face when trying to access reliable broadband services. It is critical for Kamala Harris to prioritize deploying broadband throughout the west,” said Lummis. For a copy of the letter, click here. The text is below. Dear Vice President Harris: We are writing to express serious concerns regarding your role as the Biden-Harris administration’s “broadband czar” and the mismanagement of federal broadband initiatives under your leadership. It appears that your performance as “broadband czar” has mirrored your performance as “border czar,” marked by poor management and a lack of effectiveness despite significant federal broadband investments and your promises to deliver broadband to rural areas. As you are aware, Congress, through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, provided the National Telecommunications and Information Administration with $42.45 billion for the Broadband, Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program. These funds are intended to provide broadband access to unserved communities, particularly those in rural areas. In 2021, you were specifically tasked by President Biden to lead the administration’s efforts to expand broadband services to unserved Americans. And at the time, you sta… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:46:43Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-lummis-lead-bill-to-bolster-security-for-presidential-nominees-in-the-wake-of-trump-assassination-attempts/ Barrasso, Lummis Lead Bill to Bolster Security for Presidential Nominees in the Wake of Trump Assassination Attempts 2024-09-20 2024 2024-09 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Following the second assassination attempt on President Trump in just 65 days, Senators John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis (both R-WY) joined Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) in leading 10 of their colleagues in introducing the Protect Our Presidents Act, which enhances U.S. Secret Service (USSS) protection for presidential nominees to the same level currently provided to a sitting U.S. president. “Our nation has witnessed two horrifying assassination attempts on President Trump,” said Barrasso. “We were merely inches away from a catastrophic event that would have changed the course of our history. This cannot happen again. The Protect Our Presidents Act will ensure all presidential nominees receive the same level of protection provided to the president. This will give law enforcement the resources they need to keep President Trump and all of the candidates safe.” “The two confirmed assassination attempts against former President Trump have made it abundantly clear that we need to shore up protection details for presidential candidates,” said Lummis. “What President Trump and his family have gone through in the last 65 days is unimaginable. No presidential candidate should fear for their safety or the wellbeing of their family. I am partnering with Senator Rick Scott to ensure President Trump and all future presidential nominees have the protection they need so they can focus on promoting their respective platforms, not fearing for their safety.” The Protect Our Presidents Act would: Require the USSS to provide presidential nominees the same level of protection provided to the president, as well as any necessary protective measures. The nominee may decline the increased protection if they so choose. Mandate regular reporting: The USSS must brief and report on the status of the presidential nominee’s protection to the Speaker of the House, the House Minority Leader, the Senate Majority Leader, the Senate Minority Leader, members of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, a… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:46:43Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/barrasso-lummis-lead-bill-to-bolster-security-for-presidential-nominees-in-the-wake-of-trump-assassination-attempts/ Barrasso, Lummis Lead Bill to Bolster Security for Presidential Nominees in the Wake of Trump Assassination Attempts 2024-09-20 2024 2024-09 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Following the second assassination attempt on President Trump in just 65 days, Senators John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis (both R-WY) joined Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) in leading 10 of their colleagues in introducing the Protect Our Presidents Act, which enhances U.S. Secret Service (USSS) protection for presidential nominees to the same level currently provided to a sitting U.S. president. “Our nation has witnessed two horrifying assassination attempts on President Trump,” said Barrasso. “We were merely inches away from a catastrophic event that would have changed the course of our history. This cannot happen again. The Protect Our Presidents Act will ensure all presidential nominees receive the same level of protection provided to the president. This will give law enforcement the resources they need to keep President Trump and all of the candidates safe.” “The two confirmed assassination attempts against former President Trump have made it abundantly clear that we need to shore up protection details for presidential candidates,” said Lummis. “What President Trump and his family have gone through in the last 65 days is unimaginable. No presidential candidate should fear for their safety or the wellbeing of their family. I am partnering with Senator Rick Scott to ensure President Trump and all future presidential nominees have the protection they need so they can focus on promoting their respective platforms, not fearing for their safety.” The Protect Our Presidents Act would: Require the USSS to provide presidential nominees the same level of protection provided to the president, as well as any necessary protective measures. The nominee may decline the increased protection if they so choose. Mandate regular reporting: The USSS must brief and report on the status of the presidential nominee’s protection to the Speaker of the House, the House Minority Leader, the Senate Majority Leader, the Senate Minority Leader, members of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, a… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:46:43Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-joins-charge-to-penalize-eco-terrorists-who-vandalize-pipelines/ Lummis Joins Charge to Penalize Eco-Terrorists Who Vandalize Pipelines 2024-09-17 2024 2024-09 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senate Western Caucus Chair Cynthia Lummis (R-Wy) joined Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX), a member of the Senate Western Caucus, in introducing legislation to protect U.S. energy infrastructure from attacks and threats by radical environmentalists. The Safe and Secure Transportation of American Energy Act would expand criminal penalties to include vandalism, tampering and disruption of pipelines which will protect energy infrastructure out west. “America’s energy industry is critical to our national security, yet there is little recourse for punishing eco-terrorists who attempt to tamper with or disrupt pipeline construction or operations,” said Senator Lummis. “We can no longer allow far-left extremists to get a pass for their blatant disregard for the safety and well-being of innocent Americans which is why I am partnering with Senator Cruz to ensure these crimes do not go unpunished.” Current federal law punishes those who damage or destroy operating pipelines but does not clearly cover vandalism, tampering or disruption of pipeline construction. The Safe and Secure Transportation of American Energy Act addresses this gap. In 2018, charges were dropped against environmental extremists who attempted to shut down Minnesota pipelines because it couldn’t be proven their actions caused ‘damage.’ Senators Deb Fischer (R-NE), Jerry Moran (R-KS) and Dan Sullivan (R-AK) cosponsored the legislation. Read the full text of the legislation here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:46:43Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-democrat-tax-hikes-would-strangle-small-businesses/ Barrasso: Democrat Tax Hikes Would Strangle Small Businesses 2024-09-13 2024 2024-09 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper “Republicans have been very loud and clear that we’re going to do everything that we can in our power to make sure these tax increases never happen.” WASHINGTON, D.C. – At Thursday’s Senate Committee on Finance hearing, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) discussed the damaging impact of Democrats’ proposed tax hikes on small businesses in Wyoming with tax policy experts Jeff Brabant of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) and Daniel Bunn of the Tax Foundation. Specifically, Senator Barrasso detailed the concerns expressed by Wyoming’s small business owners about tax increases, as well as the negative impact that a supercharged death tax would have on family businesses. Brabant and Bunn testified at today’s Senate Committee on Finance hearing on The 2025 Tax Policy Debate and Tax Avoidance Strategies. On Democrats’ Proposed Tax Hikes for Small Businesses “I’ve been a member of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) when I was practicing medicine in Casper, Wyoming. Our Casper Orthopedics was a proud member. “There are a couple of questions, things I’d like to talk with you about in terms of what’s happening here. Plenty of talk on the numerous tax increases that are facing small businesses coming into 2025. “Republicans have been very loud and clear that we’re going to do everything that we can in our power to make sure these tax increases never happen. “We’ve talked about the death tax, the expiration of the small business tax deduction, and increased tax rates across the board that would impact small business owners. “To go even further though, Democrats seem to want to add to that uncertainty that is facing the country and threaten small business owners with a new supercharged death tax, increased capital gains rates, an additional 5% surtax on small business income. “I mean, this to me looks like a plan to strangle small businesses. “So are you hearing from small businesses and the owners about these provisions? And what are they telling you about the 2025 expirati… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:46:43Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-cosponsors-legislation-to-protect-farms-out-west-from-foreign-land-purchases/ Lummis Cosponsors Legislation to Protect Farms out West from Foreign Land Purchases 2024-09-12 2024 2024-09 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper Senate Western Caucus Chair Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) joined Senator Mike Braun (R-IN) and 15 of their colleagues in introducing the bipartisan Protecting American Agriculture from Foreign Adversaries Act of 2024. This legislation increases oversight and flags agricultural land purchases made by foreign adversaries. This added layer of scrutiny impacts U.S. farmland acquisitions by China, North Korea, Russian and Iran and will protect western agriculture producers from being taken over by our adversaries. “The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has invaded the west through farmland acquisition threatening the livelihood and safety of Wyoming residents. Food security is national security, and our country must prioritize keeping American farmland out of the hands of our enemies,” said Sen. Lummis. “Chinese ownership of American farmland increased more than 20-fold in the past decade. The amount of American soil in the hands of our foreign adversaries will only go up if we do not implement restrictions and oversight, especially on nations that compromise our national security and agricultural supply chains. I’m proud to lead this effort to protect American farms and food security,” said Sen. Braun. “The Chinese Communist Party has proven over and over again they cannot be trusted. They are our adversary, not our ally. All Americans should be alarmed by the amount of American farmland China and other foreign entities own. Giving our adversaries any control over our agricultural resources is a direct threat to our national and food security. Senator Braun’s legislation will help protect America’s farms and safeguard our food supply,” said Sen. Barrasso. Senators John Barrasso (R-WY), Tom Cotton (R-AR), Roger Marshall (R-KS), Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Pete Ricketts (R-NE), Deb Fischer (R-NE), Joni Ernst (R-IA), all members of the Senate Western Caucus, cosponsored this legislation. The Protecting American Agriculture from Foreign Adversaries Act of 2024 would: Permanently include the Secretary of Agriculture as a member of t… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:46:43Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-americans-are-struggling-biden-harris-policies-are-to-blame/ Barrasso: Americans are struggling. Biden-Harris policies are to blame. 2024-09-11 2024 2024-09 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper “Month after month, year after year, Americans watch their costs go up and their savings go down… Americans cannot afford four more years of failure. Americans need a break from the damaging policies of Vice President Harris.” Click here to watch Senator Barrasso’s full remarks. WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), chairman of the Senate Republican Conference, spoke today on the Senate floor about the economic nightmare caused by the policies of the Biden-Harris administration. Under the Biden-Harris administration, prices have risen over 20 percent, making life unaffordable for hardworking American families. Senate Republicans have solutions to make life more affordable and to unleash American energy. Senator Barrasso’s Remarks: “I come to the Floor today to discuss the need to get our Nation and our Economy back on track. “We learned the morning, new number have come out on inflation, prices are higher today than they were the day that the Biden-Harris administration took over by over 20 percent. “I hear about in Wyoming every weekend. I heard about it this past weekend, how high prices have become and the crushing effect that has had on families in my state of Wyoming and all around the country. “This has been going on now for over three years. Prices have continued to go up. “And this crisis of high prices has been cumulative. The impact on families has been cumulative. It is regrettably causing very hard choices for families to make. It shouldn’t be this way. “Here is a recent headline from CBS News: ‘More Americans are having to choose between food and energy bills.’ Clearly this is a reflection on the Biden-Harris administration. “One of the folks who talked about that was Stacy Freedman. Mrs. Freedman says her energy bills each month cost her hundreds of dollars. As she told CBS News, ‘sometimes I have to choose whether I’m going to pay the light bill” or “pay all the rent or buy food or not let my son’ participate in a sport. “That’s what happened under the Biden-Harris admi… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:46:43Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-wyoming-delegation-urges-usda-to-support-local-wildfire-recovery-efforts/ Wyoming Delegation Urges USDA to Support Local Wildfire Recovery Efforts 2024-09-06 2024 2024-09 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senators John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis as well as U.S. Representative Harriet Hageman (all R-Wyo.) sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) urging approval of a disaster designation request in response to the devastating wildfires across the state. Having a formal disaster designation in place gives Governor Mark Gordon and the state of Wyoming access to federal resources and disaster relief programs for the impacted areas and industries. In the letter, the delegation emphasized the immense damage suffered and its implications for Wyoming’s agricultural production. The delegation expressed strong support for Gov. Gordon’s disaster designation request and urged the USDA to allow for regulatory flexibility while Wyoming’s agricultural infrastructure is rebuilt. “Wyoming has faced an extremely damaging fire season with more than half a million acres lost. The total number of fires so far in Wyoming this year is 522 with 24 being larger than 1,000 acres,” the delegation wrote. “A disproportionate amount of the area burned so far has occurred on private lands that are being used for agricultural production. As you consider this request, we urge you to consider the profound impact the disaster designation will have in sustaining Wyoming’s producers and agricultural community.” Full text of the letter can be found here. Dear Secretary Vilsack, Today, we are writing you in support of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Secretarial disaster designation request from Governor Mark Gordon due to the unprecedented wildfire losses Wyoming experienced in the 2024 fire season. Wyoming has faced an extremely damaging fire season with more than half a million acres lost. The total number of fires so far in Wyoming this year is 522 with 24 being larger than 1,000 acres. A disproportionate amount of the area burned so far has occurred on private lands that are being used for agricultural production. As you consider this request, we urge you to consider the profound impact the… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:46:43Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-slams-biden-harris-administrations-solar-plan/ Lummis Slams Biden-Harris Administration’s Solar Plan 2024-08-30 2024 2024-08 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper Washington, D.C.— Today, Senate Western Caucus Chair Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) issued the following statement after the Biden-Harris administration issued its updated solar plan which makes 31 million acres throughout the west, including in Wyoming, available for solar development. “The Biden-Harris administration is hellbent on destroying the western way of life by closing off access to public lands for oil and gas drilling, grazing, recreation and industries our states rely on to stay afloat, all in the name of climate extremism. It is outrageous that this same administration that wants to greatly limit access for most industries on federal lands now wants to drastically increase the amount of land available for solar energy development. It is time for this administration to stop picking winners and losers and prioritize multiple use of federal lands as is required under existing laws,” said Lummis. The solar plan adds five additional states, including Wyoming, Washington, Idaho, Montana and Oregon, to the 2012 Obama-era Western Solar Plan. That plan prioritized solar development in Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico and Utah. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:41:32Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/barrasso-lummis-slam-blms-latest-land-grab-proposal-in-wyoming/ Barrasso, Lummis Slam BLM’s Latest Land Grab Proposal in Wyoming 2024-08-22 2024 2024-08 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S.Senators John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis, both R-WY, released the following statements in response to the Bureau of Land Management (BLM)’s misguided Rock Springs Draft Resource Management Plan (RMP). “The Biden-Harris administration is pushing Wyoming off an economic cliff with nothing more than a tattered parachute,” said Barrasso. “The Rock Springs Resource Management Plan strangles responsible natural resource development. This plan isn’t designed to manage Wyoming’s natural resources. It is designed to suffocate them. While I’m grateful for the efforts of those on the ground in Wyoming who worked to improve the original proposal, the plan unveiled today directly jeopardizes Wyoming’s economy and our way of life.” “The Biden-Harris administration has made it abundantly clear that it is far more focused on appealing to radical environmentalists than supporting western communities,” said Lummis. “The BLM’s recently announced Rock Springs Resource Management Plan is only the latest in a series of land grabs that punishes Wyoming and the entire west. Locking up lands in southwestern Wyoming will deliver a seismic blow to Wyoming’s economy, devastating our communities and further emboldening unelected bureaucrats in Washington to prioritize political pandering over the economic and environmental stability of the region. In brazenly bypassing over a decade’s worth of knowledge from local experts and stakeholders, this administration not only punishes the state of Wyoming but jeopardizes America’s energy independence and our national security.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:41:32Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-cosponsors-bipartisan-legislation-to-halt-the-flood-of-illicit-packages-into-the-united-states/ Lummis Cosponsors Bipartisan Legislation to Halt the Flood of Illicit Packages Into the United States 2024-08-14 2024 2024-08 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) and Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) announced bipartisan legislation to help Customs and Border Protection (CBP) stop the flow of illicit goods, including fentanyl, counterfeits and products made with forced labor, into the country by tightening import requirements for low-value packages. This legislation is an important first step in addressing the fentanyl crisis plaguing Wyoming communities. “Whether through the southwest border or in packages mailed into the United States, China is using any tool available to get illicit drugs across our border,” said Lummis. “It is time for CBP to crack down on shipments from China to ensure drugs and products made using slave labor are encountered before making it into our communities.” In recent years, the number of direct-to-consumer shipments from foreign corporate giants like Shein and Temu into the U.S. has quadrupled. These retailers are abusing a customs process called “de minimis” entry, which allows packages under $800 to enter the country tariff-free and under a streamlined process. As the volume of packages has increased, CBP has struggled to effectively target shipments and keep out packages containing illicit drugs, counterfeits, products made with forced labor and other goods that voilate U.S. law. The Fighting Illicit Goods, Helping Trustworthy Importers, and Netting Gains (FIGHTING) for America Act would tighten the rules for de minimis entry and help CBP more effectively stop unlawful imports. The legislation would ensure that Chinese corporate giants cannot use the de minimis process to avoid paying tariffs on textiles, shoes and apparel or evade trade penalties imposed because of Chinese trade cheating. Reducing the overall volume of low-value packages entering under de minimis would promote enforcement of U.S. trade laws and level the playing field for U.S. manufacturers and works. For text of the bill, click here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:41:32Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-introduces-legislation-to-preserve-national-security-prevent-the-chinese-communist-party-from-purchasing-american-land/ Lummis Introduces Legislation to Preserve National Security, Prevent the Chinese Communist Party from Purchasing American Land 2024-08-14 2024 2024-08 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Senate Western Caucus Chair Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) led three of her Senate Western Caucus colleagues in introducing the No American Land for Communist China Act to prevent the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) from purchasing land adjacent to federal lands. This legislation will protect Wyoming and other western states from the threat of the CCP buying up lands next to federal lands which could harm critical mineral and energy production taking place on those lands. “The people of Wyoming should not have to worry about the CCP buying up western land in order to spy on the federal government or undermine our domestic energy and critical mineral production,” said Lummis. “Allowing foreign adversaries to purchase our land is like welcoming a fox into the hen house, and I am introducing this legislation to preserve our national security and prevent the CCP from acquiring American land to spy on our government.” “The people of Wyoming work hard each day to protect and manage lands throughout our state. Wyoming and the West are the center of critical energy and mineral production for our nation. We cannot open the door to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and put our domestic energy production at risk,” said Barrasso. “Letting the CCP buy up and use our western lands is dangerous, reckless, and a serious threat to our national, economic, and energy security.” “Allowing the CCP to purchase western lands poses a plethora of risks including threats to our national security and encroachment on America’s natural resources. This legislation protects Idaho and our western neighbors from threats seen and unseen,” said Crapo. “The purchase of American land by the Chinese Communist Party drains our country of resources and puts our national security at risk. We should not allow anyone affiliated with the CCP to own a single inch of American soil,” said Cotton. “The Chinese Communist Party is at our doorstep, and we best not let them in,” said Newhouse. “I have been closely watching the rise in cases of theCCP’… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:41:32Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-lummis-join-senate-republicans-in-demanding-biden-harris-admin-immediately-deliver-weapons-to-israel/ Barrasso, Lummis Join Senate Republicans in Demanding Biden-Harris Admin Immediately Deliver Weapons to Israel 2024-08-02 2024 2024-08 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis, both R-Wyo., joined Senator Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) and their Senate Republican colleagues in sending a letter to the Biden-Harris administration to protest its partial arms embargo against Israel. In the letter, the senators urged the White House to immediately deliver the necessary weapons to Israel to defend themselves, cease accommodations to Iran, and stop putting the lives of American servicemembers at risk. “This weekend, Hezbollah fired Iranian-made missiles into northern Israel, murdering 12 children and injuring dozens in the single deadliest attack on that part of the country since October 7 … while Tehran financed the attack and Hezbollah conducted it, your fear of escalation has left Israel exposed and our enemies emboldened,” the senators wrote. “We write once again to protest your administration’s partial arms embargo against Israel. The actions of the Biden-Harris administration run counter to our long history of robust military cooperation with Israel and cast doubt upon the reliability of the United States as a long-term security partner,” the senators continued. “Your stalling tactics are endangering our greatest ally in the Middle East and jeopardizing the lives of our American servicemembers stationed in the region.” Full text of the letter can be found here. Dear President Biden: This weekend, Hezbollah fired Iranian-made missiles into northern Israel, murdering 12 children and injuring dozens in the single deadliest attack on that part of the country since October 7. The ultimate responsibility for this attack rests with Hezbollah and the ayatollahs in Iran. However, while Tehran financed the attack and Hezbollah conducted it, your fear of escalation has left Israel exposed and our enemies emboldened. We write once again to protest your administration’s partial arms embargo against Israel. The actions of the Biden-Harris administration run counter to our long history of robust military cooperation with Israel and cast dou… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:41:32Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-republicans-will-get-america-back-on-track/ Barrasso: Republicans Will Get America Back on Track 2024-08-02 2024 2024-08 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper “What do Americans want? Lower prices and secure borders. What are the Democrats? The Party of High Prices and Open Borders.” WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) recently spoke on the Senate floor about Vice President Kamala Harris’s dangerously liberal track record of high prices and open borders. Senator Barrasso compared her failures with Senate Republican solutions to get America back on track. Click here to watch Senator Barrasso’s full remarks. Senator Barrasso’s Remarks: “Last week, Mr. Biden gave what many consider his Farewell Address. Americans are eager to say farewell – and in many ways, good riddance – to Joe Biden and the policies that he brought along with the Democrats upon our country. It’s been a record of ruin. “When Americans look at the state of the nation today, they don’t like what they see. Three out of four Americans will tell you the country is heading in the wrong direction. “Prices are 20% higher than they were when Joe Biden and Kamala Harris came into office. People are forced to cut back, forced to decide whether they can fill their gas tanks or their grocery carts. According to CNN, nearly 40% of all Americans say they worry they can’t pay their bills. “So how did we get here? Democrats passed trillions of dollars in reckless and radical and runaway spending. “It was so unpopular as a proposal – and Congress heard from the American people how unpopular it was – it was so unpopular that at a point it was tied, the vote, and then they had to bring in someone to break the tie. “Who was that person who cast that tie-breaking vote that brought us 40-year high inflation, the highest prices in 40 years for which so many people suffer today? That person was Vice President Kamala Harris. “That’s right. Vice President Harris, who is now the nominee of the Democrat Party running for president. She is the one that came into this chamber to cast the vote to break the tie that fueled the highest prices that we continue to experience today. “We also have a very long,… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:41:32Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-newhouse-introduce-legislation-to-overturn-biden-harris-administrations-burdensome-environmental-justice-initiatives/ Lummis, Newhouse Introduce Legislation to Overturn Biden-Harris Administration’s Burdensome Environmental Justice Initiatives 2024-08-02 2024 2024-08 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Senate Western Caucus Chair Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) and Congressional Western Caucus Chair Dan Newhouse (WA-04) introduced the Reducing Environmental Gamesmanship (REGS) Act to prohibit federal agencies from forcing the Biden-Harris administration’s radical environmental justice initiatives on the west by nullifying two executive orders. “The Biden-Harris administration has made it crystal clear that it will do anything to appease its radical environmental base, even at the expense of Wyoming and the American west,” said Lummis. “Wyoming households continue to shell out record amounts of their hard-earned money to keep up with this administration’s self-inflicted high energy costs at a time when they’re already spending more to keep up with inflation. I am partnering with Rep. Newhouse to overturn this administration’s radical agenda to ease the financial strain this administration has put on western communities and scale back the executive branch’s self-awarded power.” “‘Environmental justice’ is another ploy by extreme activists to block traditional energy and infrastructure projects and force a green transition,” said Newhouse. “The reality is that if this agenda is put in place, the very low-income communities the left is claiming to help would be overburdened by higher energy costs. I’m proud to partner with Senator Lummis to overturn the Biden Administration’s environmental justice executive orders to help underserved communities and reclaim Congress’ legislative authority post-Chevron doctrine.” Without direction from Congress, the Biden administration has decided that 40% of the funding from certain federal programs must go to “disadvantaged communities that are marginalized by underinvestment and overburdened by pollution.” President Biden has said the “pursuit of environmental justice is a duty of all executive branch agencies and that federal agencies should be taking action now to incorporate this charge into their missions,” despite the fact that such authority lies with Congress.… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:41:32Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-bill-prevents-who-from-spending-american-tax-dollars-on-pandemic-treaties/ Barrasso Bill Prevents WHO from Spending American Tax Dollars on Pandemic Treaties 2024-08-01 2024 2024-08 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) introduced legislation to prevent the World Health Organization (WHO) from repeating its egregious pandemic failures. This bill would prohibit the WHO from using American taxpayer dollars on partisan international pandemic treaties without approval by the United States Senate. The Defending American Sovereignty in Global Pandemics Act would stop the United States from entering any international agreement, convention, or instrument under the WHO related to pandemic prevention or response without ratification by the Senate. Additionally, the WHO would be prohibited from spending U.S. funds on such agreements until it is ratified by the Senate. “The World Health Organization’s (WHO) mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic was inexcusable,” said Barrasso. “Their blatant partisanship and incompetence inflicted lasting harm on our country’s health and economy. We cannot grant the WHO the authority to spend Americans’ hard-earned tax dollars on another failed pandemic response.” Co-sponsors of this legislation include U.S. Senators Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Roger Marshall (R-Kans.), Rand Paul (R-Ky.), Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.), Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), and Marco Rubio (R-Fla.). Background: Senator Barrasso co-signed a letter to President Biden urging him to withdraw U.S. support for two international agreements that would strengthen the WHO’s power to declare public health emergencies and expand their authority over member states. Senator Barrasso is an original co-sponsor of S.444, the No WHO Pandemic Preparedness Treaty Without Senate Approval Act and S.Res.81, the WHO Pandemic Treaty Implementation Resolution. Full text of the legislation can be found here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:41:32Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-senate-unanimously-passes-barrasso-resolution-condemning-assassination-attempt-of-donald-trump/ Senate Unanimously Passes Barrasso Resolution Condemning Assassination Attempt of Donald Trump 2024-08-01 2024 2024-08 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) introduced a resolution formally condemning the attempted assassination of President Donald J. Trump on July 13, 2024. The bipartisan resolution passed the U.S. Senate by unanimous consent. The bipartisan resolution also honors Corey Comperatore, who died protecting his family at the rally, as well as David Dutch and James Copenhaver, who were critically injured. The resolution calls for unity and civility across the country. “On July 13, our nation witnessed a horrifying assassination attempt on President Trump. Our country was inches away from a catastrophic event that would have changed the course of our history,” said Senator Barrasso. “Today, the United States Senate came together in condemning this horrifying act against a former president and current Republican candidate for president. “We also honor the life of a brave American, Corey Comperatore, who did not hesitate to give his life protecting his family. We honor David Dutch and James Copenhaver, who were both critically injured. Americans deserve to attend political events and exercise their rights without fear for their lives. Congress is determined to find answers and ensure this never happens again,” continued Senator Barrasso. Co-sponsors of this resolution include U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), John Boozman (R-Ark.), Mike Braun (R-Ind.), Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Ted Budd (R-N.C.), Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Bill Cassidy (R-La.), Susan Collins (R-Maine), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Deb Fisher (R-Neb.), Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.), Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), John Hoeven (R-N.D.), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), John Kennedy (R-La.), James Lankford (R-Okla.), Mike Lee (R-Utah), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.), Jerry Moran (R-Kans.), Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:41:32Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/barrasso-lummis-lead-legislation-to-simplify-arduous-grant-application-process/ Barrasso, Lummis Lead Legislation to Simplify Arduous Grant Application Process 2024-08-01 2024 2024-08 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C.— U.S. Senators John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) introduced the USDA Grant Simplification Act to create a standardized “short form” grant application for United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) grants for rural municipalities and political subdivisions whose primary concern is management and maintenance of infrastructure. This would make it much easier for Wyoming communities to apply for federal funds. “Washington’s overburdensome application process is holding Wyoming’s rural communities back from getting the important funding they need,” said Barrasso. “Wyoming and other rural states will benefit greatly from a shorter, more simplified process. This important bill I joined with Senator Lummis will streamline the application process and ensure Wyoming communities have better access to these vital grant programs.” “The most rural portions of Wyoming are often the areas most in need of federal funding, yet few small communities have the manpower to sift through the federal government’s lengthy grant application process,” said Lummis. “In order to ensure Wyoming’s smallest communities have access to the federal funding they need, I have partnered with Senator Barrasso to streamline the grant application process and remove unnecessary roadblocks for the Cowboy State’s smallest communities.” This legislation directs the Secretary of Agriculture to create a “short-form” version of grant applications for rural communities and entities no later than 180 days after enactment to be made available for incorporated municipalities, tribal areas and territories with populations under 10,000 residents. This short-form application would also be available for local entities such as water districts, irrigation districts, road and bridge districts, and fire districts. It also directs the secretary to solicit input from a representative group of rural communities concerning issues such as length of grant applications, information requested for applications and applicability of questions and materi… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:41:32Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-leads-bill-to-preserve-second-amendment-rights-for-law-abiding-wyoming-citizens/ Lummis Leads Bill to Preserve Second Amendment Rights for Law-Abiding Wyoming Citizens 2024-08-01 2024 2024-08 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper Washington, D.C.— Today, U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) introduced legislation to shield law-abiding gun owners in Wyoming from Democrats’ blatant Second Amendment infringements. The Lawful Purpose and Historical Firearms Act not only protects the people of Wyoming’s right to own and use firearms for lawful purposes but preserves our nation’s firearms heritage by allowing museums and researchers to have access to a wide variety of weaponry to display for the public. “Wyoming is home to some of the most impressive firearm museums in the country, yet the Biden-Harris administration’s latest attack on our Second Amendment rights threatens to limit museums’ access to certain historical weapons and would allow important parts of our history to be lost,” said Lummis. “The Second Amendment could not be clearer, and we have a responsibility to protect law-abiding Wyoming citizens and museums from this administration’s gun-grabbing policies.” “This critical legislation would serve as a firewall against future anti-gun administrations bypassing Congress and imposing gun control measures,” said Randy Kozuch, Executive Director of the NRA Institute for Legislative Action (NRA-ILA). “Senator Lummis’ bill would also ensure that all lawful purposes, including self-defense, would have to be given due consideration and respect in the administration of federal law. On behalf of our millions of members nationwide, we thank Senator Lummis for taking the lead on these important and necessary reforms.” “Not many people know that non-government museums are bound by firearms laws in the United States,” said Ashley Hlebinsky, Executive Director of the Firearms Research Center at the University of Wyoming. “As a result, many historically significant artifacts are destroyed because they cannot be legally possessed by non-governmental entities. No matter where one sits on the political debate regarding firearms, a desire to preserve our nation’s history should be universal. Artifacts connect us to a time and place and we learn, for b… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:41:32Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-crapo-lead-letter-blasting-irs-power-grab/ Barrasso, Crapo Lead Letter Blasting IRS Power Grab 2024-07-31 2024 2024-07 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) and Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), ranking member of the Senate Committee on Finance, led their colleagues in a letter to Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Commissioner Danny Werfel blasting the IRS for wasting taxpayer dollars on an illegitimate and unnecessary direct file tax preparation program. In the letter, the senators highlight how this program was never authorized by Congress and is a massive expansion of the power of the IRS. “We write with serious concerns regarding your agency’s recent unilateral and unauthorized action to create a permanent Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Direct File tax preparation program… The American people do not want an all-encompassing IRS acting simultaneously as the tax collector, tax auditor, tax enforcer, and tax preparer,” the senators wrote. “Taxpayers already have access to numerous free tax-filing options and dozens of national non-profit entities offer tax preparation services at no cost…The IRS does not have unlimited resources and should focus on improving information technology systems, data privacy, and long-standing customer service issues.” Co-signers include U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Mike Braun (R-Ind.), Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), John Kennedy (R-La.), James Lankford (R-Okla.), Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.), Marco Rubio (R-Fla.), Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), John Thune (R-S.D.), Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), and Roger Wicker (R-Miss.). Full text of the letter can be found below: Dear Commissioner Werfel, We write with serious concerns regarding your agency’s recent unilateral and unauthorized action to create a permanent Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Direct File tax preparation program. Despite numerous problems and objections from members of Congress, the IRS announced the launch of its permanent Direct File program on May 30, 2024. This program was not authorized by Congr… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:32:29Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-introduces-strategic-bitcoin-reserve-legislation/ Lummis Introduces Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Legislation 2024-07-31 2024 2024-07 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Following her announcement of a historic proposal to supercharge the U.S. dollar and pay down the national debt by establishing a strategic Bitcoin reserve, today U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) officially introduced the Boosting Innovation, Technology and Competitiveness through Optimized Investment Nationwide (BITCOIN) Act in the U.S. Senate. “As families across Wyoming struggle to keep up with soaring inflation rates and our national debt reaches new and unprecedented heights, it is time for us to take bold steps to create a brighter future for generations to come by creating a strategic Bitcoin reserve,” said Lummis. “Bitcoin is transforming not only our country but the world and becoming the first developed nation to use Bitcoin as a savings technology secures our position as a global leader in financial innovation. This is our Louisiana Purchase moment that will help us reach the next financial frontier.” The BITCOIN Act establishes a strategic Bitcoin reserve to serve as an additional store of value to bolster America’s balance sheet and ensure the transparent management of Bitcoin holdings of the federal government. Specifically, the legislation would: Establish a decentralized network of secure Bitcoin vaults operated by the United States Department of Treasury with statutory requirements ensuring the highest level of physical and cybersecurity for the nation’s Bitcoin holdings. Implement a 1-million-unit Bitcoin purchase program over a set period of time to acquire a total stake of approximately 5% of total Bitcoin supply, mirroring the size and scope of gold reserves held by the United States. Be paid for by diversifying existing funds within the Federal Reserve System and Treasury Department. Affirm self-custody rights of private Bitcoin holders and emphasize that the strategic Bitcoin reserve shall not infringe upon individual financial freedoms. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:32:29Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-china-is-puppet-master-using-russia-iran-against-u-s/ Barrasso: China is “Puppet Master” Using Russia, Iran against U.S. 2024-07-30 2024 2024-07 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper “I view China as the puppet master here pulling the strings with what’s happening in Iran and North Korea, as well as Russia.” WASHINGTON, D.C. – At today’s Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) questioned Deputy Secretary Kurt Campbell of the U.S. Department of State on the Biden administration’s failure to prevent China’s use of adversarial countries to weaken American dominance. Senator Barrasso outlined how the Biden administration has allowed China to evade U.S. sanctions and support America’s adversaries by purchasing Russian and Iranian oil. Barrasso also discussed China’s potential strategic use of these adversarial countries to obtain control over Taiwan. Deputy Secretary Campbell testified at today’s Senate Committee on Foreign Relations hearing on Strategic Competition with the PRC: Assessing Competitiveness Beyond the Indo-Pacific. On China Helping America’s Adversaries Evade Oil Sanctions “We had a briefing last week that many of us attended on the committee on who’s helping Russia and what roles there are in that. I wanted to go along that area of questioning because I’m concerned about China’s support for our adversaries. “It’s clear China is actively helping both Russia and Iran evade U.S. sanctions. “In fact, oil revenues from China are propping up Russian and Iranian economies. They get to buy them at a discount, so China benefits from that. And then Iran and Russia get the money from China. “I view China as using Russia as a wrecking ball. “Iran, right now, is exporting almost 1.3 million barrels of oil to China every day when there are supposed to be sanctions in place. The Treasury Secretary says, ‘well, they can’t do any more,’ but the New York Times pointed out just how much oil that the U.S. is allowing and the sanctions that are being evaded. “The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is providing the materials, the technology, the components that Russia and Iran need to wage their wars. “It just seems to me the administration has failed to pr… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:32:29Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-mullin-legislation-to-make-the-bald-eagle-the-national-bird-passes-the-senate/ Lummis & Mullin Legislation to Make the Bald Eagle the National Bird Passes the Senate 2024-07-29 2024 2024-07 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Senate Western Caucus Chair Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) and Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) announced their bill to designate the bald eagle as the national bird passed the Senate. “For more than 240 years, the bald eagle has been synonymous with American values, yet it is still not officially our national bird,” said Lummis. “Today’s bipartisan passage brings us one step closer to solidifying the eagle’s place as an enduring symbol of our freedom, and I look forward to seeing this legislation pass the House and signed into law soon.” “I am thrilled our bill has just passed the U.S. Senate,” said Sen. Mullin. “The bald eagle is a strong symbol of patriotism for our nation, and it’s past time we make this designation official. Thank you to my colleagues in the Senate who supported it.” The bill passed the Senate unanimously. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith (both D-MN) also co-led this legislation. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:32:29Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-announces-revolutionary-proposal-to-supercharge-the-dollar-bolster-u-s-economy/ Lummis Announces Revolutionary Proposal to Supercharge the Dollar, Bolster U.S. Economy 2024-07-27 2024 2024-07 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper Washington, D.C.— Today, during Bitcoin 2024, U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) announced a revolutionary proposal to supercharge the U.S. dollar by establishing a strategic Bitcoin reserve to fortify the dollar against rising inflation and cement U.S. leadership in the rapidly evolving global financial system. “Establishing a strategic Bitcoin reserve would firmly secure the dollar’s position as the world’s reserve currency into the 21st century and ensure we remain the world leader in financial innovation,” said Lummis. “Families across Wyoming and the U.S. are struggling to keep up with soaring inflation rates and record-breaking costs while our national debt reaches unprecedented levels; now more than ever, we need to create a brighter future for generations of Americans by diversifying into Bitcoin and securing our economic future.” The United States currently maintains strategic reserves in certain hard assets critical to American national security and independence such as gold and petroleum. Establishing a strategic Bitcoin reserve to bolster the U.S. dollar with a digital hard asset will secure our nation’s standing as the global financial leader for decades to come. This strategic Bitcoin reserve would be required to hold onto the Bitcoin for 20 years, the only thing it could be used to pay for during that time period is paying down our country’s national debt. Specifically, the legislation would: Establish a decentralized network of secure Bitcoin vaults operated by the United States Department of Treasury with statutory requirements ensuring the highest level of physical and cybersecurity for the nation’s Bitcoin holdings. Implement a 1-million-unit Bitcoin purchase program over a set period of time to acquire a total stake of approximately 5% of total Bitcoin supply, mirroring the size and scope of gold reserves held by the United States. Be paid for by diversifying existing funds within the Federal Reserve System and Treasury Department. Affirm self-custody rights of private Bitcoin holders a… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:32:29Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/senate-western-caucus-members-voice-concerns-surrounding-proposed-osha-rule-change-impact-on-emergency-response-activities/ Senate Western Caucus Members Voice Concerns Surrounding Proposed OSHA Rule Change Impact on Emergency Response Activities 2024-07-26 2024 2024-07 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Senate Western Caucus Chair Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), Vice Chair Sullivan (R-AK), and two of their Senate Western Caucus colleagues sent a letter to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Assistant Secretary Douglas Parker to urge him to consider the unintended consequences the administration’s new proposed “Emergency Response Standard” will have on volunteer EMS, firefighters, and wilderness search and rescue operations. “This one-sized-fits-all rule would be an incredible burden to the volunteer EMS, fire, and wilderness search and rescue in Wyoming and the west,” the senators wrote. “It would impose additional health and safety requirements that are not relevant to their daily operations and be financially straining for volunteer crews.” Senators John Barrasso (R-WY) and Chuck Grassley (R-IA) consigned the letter. This rule replaces the fire brigade standard from 1980 and would make it impossible for volunteer crews to obtain the necessary training hours to meet these standards. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:32:29Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-senate-declares-july-27-national-day-of-the-american-cowboy/ Senate Declares July 27 National Day of the American Cowboy 2024-07-25 2024 2024-07 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a tribute to the hardworking men and women who shaped the traditions of the American West, the United States Senate has declared July 27, 2024, the National Day of the American Cowboy. The bipartisan resolution, which the Senate passed unanimously, was introduced by U.S. Senators John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis, both R-Wyo., along with their colleagues in the Senate. Started in 2005 by U.S. Senator Craig Thomas, the National Day of the American Cowboy traditionally coincides each year with Cheyenne Frontier Days. The resolution honors the culture, traditions and values of the American Cowboy way of life that are still alive today. “In Wyoming, we live each day by the Cowboy Code. We honor a life of honesty, hard work, and integrity,” said Senator Barrasso. “The American cowboy symbolizes the spirit, values and traditions the people of Wyoming cherish most. Each year, I look forward to celebrating this special day with our American cowboys and cowgirls in Wyoming.” “The American cowboy has been a well-known and longstanding symbol of honesty, grit and determination across the country,” said Senator Lummis. “On National Day of the American Cowboy, we celebrate the significant impact cowboys and cowgirls have had on our nation by honoring the enduring traditions the Cowboy State continues to hold so dear.” Other co-sponsors of the resolution include U.S. Senators John Hickenlooper (D-Colo.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), John Thune (R-S.D.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), John Hoeven (R-N.D.), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), and Ted Cruz (R-Texas). Full text of the resolution can be found here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:32:29Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-calls-on-leaders-to-affirm-americas-unwavering-commitment-to-israel/ Barrasso Calls on Leaders to Affirm America’s Unwavering Commitment to Israel 2024-07-24 2024 2024-07 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), chairman of the Senate Republican Conference and a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, spoke today on the Senate floor following Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu’s speech to a Joint Meeting of Congress. Senator Barrasso affirmed his unwavering support for Israel in their effort to defeat Hamas and to bring the hostages home. Sen. Barrasso’s Remarks: “The Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu, just delivered a historic speech to Congress. “This was the fourth time the Prime Minister has spoken to the United States Congress. That’s more than the late Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Winston Churchill. “Like Prime Minister Churchill, Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke of a battle between freedom and evil. He shared with us welcome news. And that news is that freedom is winning. “Israel is committed to bringing home the hostages, to protecting its citizens from the atrocities that occurred on the October 7th attack. “Meanwhile, the Hamas terrorist network is under more pressure than ever. Half of its senior leadership is dead. Its military chief has likely been eliminated. “Remember, Hamas is a terrorist group. It governs through fear and violence. “Hamas violently rejects the right of Israel to exist and the right of Jews to live in Israel. “Hamas hides behind civilians. It uses them as human shields. “Hamas stores its military weapons designed to kill in hospitals, in schools, and in homes. “Hamas has stolen billions of dollars of humanitarian aid to build its terror tunnel all around the area of the Gaza Strip. This is the same tunnel network where for 9 months and counting 116 hostages, including 8 American hostages, are being held by Hamas terrorists. “I stand firmly with Israel as Israel fights to finish the war and defeat Hamas. “Sadly, supporting Israel has grown more divisive in this country than I’ve ever seen. Today’s Democrats are abandoning our greatest ally in the Middle East. They are calling to put c… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:32:29Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-releases-orange-paper-highlighting-the-pitfalls-of-bidens-bitcoin-mining-tax-proposal/ Lummis Releases Orange Paper Highlighting the Pitfalls of Biden’s Bitcoin Mining Tax Proposal 2024-07-23 2024 2024-07 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper Washington, D.C.— Today, U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) released an “orange paper” in response to the Biden administration’s FY 2025 budget proposal requesting a new 30% “excise” tax on electricity for Bitcoin miners, detailing the ways this disastrous proposal will erode American prosperity and financial innovation. “President Biden is fond of saying budget proposals reflect his values, and his latest budget proposal – which targets Bitcoin miners with punitive and unfounded electricity taxes – makes it crystal clear he does not value this integral part of our financial future,” said Lummis. “The Biden administration’s proposal is not only counterproductive to its own goals but jeopardizes an integral and growing sector of the American economy in an effort to pander to its radical, far-left base.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:32:29Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-cruz-cornyn-lee-introduce-bill-to-block-the-biden-administrations-latest-weaponization-of-the-esa-to-attach-u-s-oil-and-gas-producers/ Lummis, Cruz, Cornyn, Lee Introduce Bill to Block the Biden Administration’s Latest Weaponization of the ESA to Attach U.S. Oil and Gas Producers 2024-07-17 2024 2024-07 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Senate Western Caucus Chair Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) joined U.S. Senators Ted Cruz (R-TX), John Cornyn (R-TX) and Mike Lee (R-UT), all members of the Senate Western Caucus, in introducing legislation to block the Biden administration’s latest attempt to abuse the antiquated Endangered Species Act(ESA) to punish oil and gas producers across the west. Their legislation would reverse a final rule issued by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service listing the Dunes Sagebrush Lizard as endangered. “This administration continues to use the outdated ESA to pummel energy producers across the west with heavy-handed regulations that compromise our energy independence to score points with climate change alarmists back in Washington,” said Lummis. “Despite embarrassingly low recovery rates, this administration will use any species it can to drown ranchers and landowners out west in a sea of red tape with no regard for the broader consequences. Our ability to achieve energy independence is paramount to our national security, and I will not stand idly by as this administration continues its chronic misuse of the ESA.” “The Biden administration has used the federal government to suppress American energy production at the exact time when the country and indeed the world needs access to affordable American energy,” said Cruz. “This disastrous rule threatens American jobs and undermines the production of energy in the Permian Basin. I call on the Senate to expeditiously take up and pass my legislation to reverse it.” “This rule is nothing more than a veiled attempt by the Biden administration to kneecap American energy under the guise of conservation,” said Cornyn. “We should be doing more – not less – to unleash domestic energy production, which is why I look forward to this absurd and unnecessary rule being struck down.” The Dunes Sagebrush Lizard is a small, light brown lizard that lives in western Texas and southeastern New Mexico. Rep. August Pfluger (R-TX) previously introduced companion legislation in the Hou… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:32:29Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-schmitt-lead-colleagues-in-reclaiming-legislative-power-post-chevron/ Lummis, Schmitt lead colleagues in reclaiming legislative power post-Chevron 2024-07-16 2024 2024-07 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper Washington, D.C.— Following the Supreme Court’s ruling in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) joined Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) in launching a working group to reclaim legislative authority wrongfully afforded to administrative agencies and restore this power back to where it belongs: with duly-elected members of Congress and the people they serve. “The Constitution is clear: decision-making powers lie with the democratically-elected members of Congress, not unelected bureaucrats,” said Lummis. “For far too long, the Chevron doctrine gave this administration carte blanche, empowering President Biden’s agencies to pander to its far-left base and drown the people of Wyoming in a sea of regulations. In light of the Supreme Court’s ruling, I am partnering with my colleagues to take the necessary steps to restore legislative powers to the people and finally put these runaway agencies back in their place.” The Post-Chevron working group will meet regularly to assess the monumental decision in Loper Bright and determine how to best limit the unlawful exercise of power by the administrative state as well as how the Senate can more effectively legislate on matters that regularly would’ve been left up to agency deference. Senator Lummis and her colleagues are also in the process of sending oversight letters to 101 agencies that have published more than 50 final rules since the year 2000. Those agencies will include the Department of Health and Human Services, the Food and Drug Administration, the Department of Commerce, the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Department of Transportation. In the letters, the senators will ask for more information on ongoing rulemaking, civil enforcement actions and adjudications by said agencies and how the Loper Bright decision impacts all of those actions moving forward, so that the senators can better conduct oversight over those agencies. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:32:29Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-bill-stops-foreign-and-artificial-intelligence-influence-on-energy-and-federal-lands-policy/ Barrasso Bill Stops Foreign and Artificial Intelligence Influence on Energy and Federal Lands Policy 2024-07-11 2024 2024-07 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) introduced legislation to prevent the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) electronic public comment system from being sabotaged by foreign adversaries and Artificial Intelligence (AI) bots. Currently, the federal government’s online comment system allows comments from individuals, organizations, or anonymous users, with no safeguards to prevent foreign individuals or AI bots from submitting comments relating to sweeping policy and rule proposals. The American Voices in Federal Lands Act would restrict the public comment process and ensure only American citizens are providing feedback on the policies affecting American energy production and federal lands. “The overreaching rules and regulations coming out of the Biden administration’s Bureau of Land Management (BLM) have a significant impact on Wyoming’s farmers, ranchers, landowners, and energy industry. Their voices and opinions should be the top priority of the administration during public comment periods,” said Senator Barrasso. “Instead, the administration is allowing foreign adversaries and Artificial Intelligence (AI) bots to sabotage the public comment process. Bad actors, like Russia and China, are given the green light to influence policy and keep us from producing American energy. This bill will stop this interference and make sure only the American people have a say in Biden’s reckless energy and federal lands policies.” The American Voices in Federal Lands Act would deter comments from AI from being submitted by implementing a “Completely Automated Public test to Tell Computers and Humans Apart” (CAPTCHA) system. The Wyoming Stock Growers and the Wyoming Farm Bureau support limiting public comments received and considered by the BLM to only U.S. Citizens. Co-sponsors of this legislation include U.S. Senators Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Jim Risch (R-Idaho), and Steve Daines (R-Mont.). Full text of the legislation can be found here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-lummis-introduce-bill-to-bring-transparency-to-the-student-loan-process/ Barrasso, Lummis Introduce Bill to Bring Transparency to the Student Loan Process 2024-07-11 2024 2024-07 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senators John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis, both R-Wyo., introduced the Transparency in Student Lending Act to ensure families and student borrowers have all of the information they need relating to financial aid and the cost of loans for higher education. The bill would require the Department of Education (ED) to disclose to borrowers of federal student loans such information as loan amounts, their annual percentage rates (APR), standard terms, and any fees or additional costs associated with the loan. This legislation would equip borrowers of federal student loans with information on the true cost of their loans, enabling students to make more informed financial decisions. “Students face an overwhelming amount of information and financial decisions when trying to plan and pay for higher education. Those trying to plan for college and their future deserve to know the true cost of their loans,” said Senator Barrasso. “This important bill will provide students and families the transparency they need to feel confident about their financial aid decisions and avoid unexpected costs.” “When young people across Wyoming apply for student loans, they should have a clear understanding of the financial obligations they are assuming,” said Senator Lummis. “Senator Barrasso and I are partnering to bring transparency to the student loan process to ensure borrowers understand the true cost of their loans and empower them to make informed decisions.” This legislation was previously introduced by Wyoming Senator Mike Enzi in the 116th Congress. Senator Barrasso was a cosponsor. The Transparency in Student Lending Act: Requires the Department of Education to disclose to borrowers the following information before the disbursement of their loan: The loan amount The loan’s stated interest rate The standard term for a loan of the same type Any fees or additional costs associated with the loan Any capitalization of interest on the loan Full text of the legislation can be found here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/barrasso-lummis-introduce-bill-to-bring-transparency-to-the-student-loan-process/ Barrasso, Lummis Introduce Bill to Bring Transparency to the Student Loan Process 2024-07-11 2024 2024-07 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senators John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis, both R-Wyo., introduced the Transparency in Student Lending Act to ensure families and student borrowers have all of the information they need relating to financial aid and the cost of loans for higher education. The bill would require the Department of Education (ED) to disclose to borrowers of federal student loans such information as loan amounts, their annual percentage rates (APR), standard terms, and any fees or additional costs associated with the loan. This legislation would equip borrowers of federal student loans with information on the true cost of their loans, enabling students to make more informed financial decisions. “Students face an overwhelming amount of information and financial decisions when trying to plan and pay for higher education. Those trying to plan for college and their future deserve to know the true cost of their loans,” said Senator Barrasso. “This important bill will provide students and families the transparency they need to feel confident about their financial aid decisions and avoid unexpected costs.” “When young people across Wyoming apply for student loans, they should have a clear understanding of the financial obligations they are assuming,” said Senator Lummis. “Senator Barrasso and I are partnering to bring transparency to the student loan process to ensure borrowers understand the true cost of their loans and empower them to make informed decisions.” This legislation was previously introduced by Wyoming Senator Mike Enzi in the 116th Congress. Senator Barrasso was a cosponsor. The Transparency in Student Lending Act: Requires the Department of Education to disclose to borrowers the following information before the disbursement of their loan: The loan amount The loan’s stated interest rate The standard term for a loan of the same type Any fees or additional costs associated with the loan Any capitalization of interest on the loan 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:32:29Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-cosponsors-legislation-to-eliminate-unnecessary-woke-dei-programs/ Lummis Cosponsors Legislation to Eliminate Unnecessary, Woke DEI Programs 2024-07-11 2024 2024-07 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) joined Sen. JD Vance (R-OH) in introducing legislation to eliminate the far-left diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs in the federal government. This bill will protect the people of Wyoming’s tax dollars against woke spending priorities. “DEI programs are not about promoting fairness, they are about exacerbating discourse and worsening racial biases, and there is no place for these divisive initiatives within the federal government,” said Lummis. “Wyoming’s tax dollars should not be funding this harmful ideology, and I am partnering with Senator Vance to put an end to this administration’s unnecessary political pandering.” The Dismantle DEI Act eliminates DEI programs within the federal government and rescinds President Biden’s executive orders surrounding DEI by outlawing mandatory employee DEI pledges, ending DEI trainings, preventing educational accreditation agencies from leveraging their position to push DEI policies in education institutions, among other measures. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:32:29Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-bidens-weakness-is-dangerous/ Barrasso: Biden’s Weakness is Dangerous 2024-07-10 2024 2024-07 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) spoke on the Senate floor today on the urgent need for strong American leadership. Weakness from Joe Biden and the Democrats has created a border crisis at home and chaos abroad. Sen Barrasso’s Remarks: “I rise today to speak about the need for strong American leadership. “President Biden’s weakness, as seen on the world stage, is dangerous. It is dangerous for our nation and the world. It hurts our citizens and encourages aggression against our nation and others. Sadly, America does not have strong leadership from the president or the vice president. “Joe Biden is stumbling, bumbling, and blundering into disaster. It is not one night of forgetfulness on the debate stage. It is a three-and-a-half-year pattern of failure. “We are living in a time of heartbreak at home and humiliation abroad. Look at the drugs, the death, the destruction coming from our southern border. Under Democrat open-border policies, there have been 10 million illegal immigrants who have invaded our nation. Americans all across the country are in danger. Democrats’ open border allowed Venezuelan criminals to go to Houston, Texas, to sexually abuse and murder a 12-year-old girl. “Illegal immigrant crime has taken the lives of many Americans across the country and makes headlines every day. The open border allows deadly fentanyl to flood our nation and poison our communities in all of our states. Certainly, Wyoming has been victim of this poisoning. “More than 300 terror suspects have come into America. That is 3000 percent higher than what we saw under the strong policies of President Trump. And terrorists are roaming our nation undetected. “Remember, border security is not optional. It is an obligation – a commitment to our American people. It is the foundation of our safety. Without border security, there can be no national security. “Under Joe Biden, Americans are not safe at home. Increasingly, the world is not safe either. President Biden’s weakness has invited war, invited c… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:32:29Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-applauds-decision-in-trump-v-united-states/ Barrasso Applauds Decision in Trump v. United States 2024-07-01 2024 2024-07 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper CASPER, WY—U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) today released the following statement applauding the United States Supreme Court ruling in Trump v. United States. “Today is another victory for democracy and the rule of law against Democrat lawlessness. Joe Biden and the Democrats are weaponizing the justice system because they know President Trump will beat them in November. President Trump has rightly pursued all legal channels to stop Democrats’ political prosecutions. The election will be decided at the ballot box, not in a courtroom.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:32:29Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-applauds-scotus-decision-to-curb-power-of-federal-agencies/ Barrasso Applauds SCOTUS Decision to Curb Power of Federal Agencies 2024-06-28 2024 2024-06 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper CASPER, WY – U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) released the following statement applauding today’s United States Supreme Court ruling overturning the Chevron Doctrine, a decision that will curb the power and authority of unaccountable federal agencies. “Today’s Supreme Court ruling is a major victory for getting Washington out of Wyoming. For too long unelected, unaccountable Washington bureaucrats have gone unchecked. They abused the rulemaking process for decades. They ballooned the size of government and imposed on us a costly maze of burdensome political regulations. This ruling rightly curbs the power of rogue federal bureaucrats and puts it back into the hands of the American people.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:24:47Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-applauds-scotus-decision-to-rein-in-bidens-runaway-agencies/ Lummis Applauds SCOTUS Decision to Rein In Biden’s Runaway Agencies 2024-06-28 2024 2024-06 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper Washington, D.C.— U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) released the following statement after the U.S. Supreme Court announced its decision in the Loper Bright v. Raimondo case, overturning the Chevron doctrine and reining in runaway agencies’ sweeping authority. “For far too long, the Chevron doctrine has empowered unelected and unaccountable federal bureaucrats to have virtually uninhibited power to interpret the law however they please and use that interpretation to cater to this administration’s far left base,” said Lummis. “For years, the people of Wyoming have been forced to endure the consequences of an unchecked Biden administration and its heavy-handed regulations, and they have had enough. I applaud the Supreme Court’s decision to restore decision-making power back to democratically-elected members of Congress just as our Founding Fathers intended rather than allowing D.C. bureaucrats to rule with an iron fist.” Last July, Senator Lummis joined 17 of her fellow lawmakers in filing an amicus brief in the case of Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo citing that the doctrine of “Chevrondeference” violates Articles I, II and III of the Constitution. In January, Senator Lummis led her colleagues in filing an amicus brief in the U.S. Supreme Court Garland v. Cargill case asserting that the Biden administration’s Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) weaponized the Chevron doctrine to create new federal crimes to punish law-abiding and responsible gunowners without Congressional approval. Last week, the Supreme Court found the ATF’s reversal on this question was illegal and that its rule was unenforceable. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:24:47Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/sen-lummis-cosponsors-legislation-to-protect-victims-of-deepfake-revenge-porn/ Sen. Lummis Cosponsors Legislation to Protect Victims of Deepfake Revenge Porn 2024-06-26 2024 2024-06 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper Bipartisan legislation would require social media sites to take down such explicit imagery and make publishing it a federal crime WASHINGTON, D.C. —U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) joined Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) in introducing the Tools to Address Known Exploitation by Immobilizing Technological Deepfakes on Websites and Networks (TAKE IT DOWN) Act to protect and empower victims of non-consensual intimate image abuse, also known as “revenge pornography.” The bill would criminalize the publication of non-consensual intimate imagery (NCII), including AI-generated NCII (or “deepfake pornography”), and require social media and similar websites to have procedures in place to remove such content upon notification from a victim. “Artificial intelligence is the future, and the way this technology can be used to improve lives around the globe is truly infinite. With any new industry comes the need to ensure it is not being used by bad actors, and AI is no different,” said Lummis. “I am proud to join my colleagues in introducing legislation to protect people against malicious and dangerous deepfakes that also allows innovation to continue in the United States.” The bill would criminalize the publication of non-consensual intimate imagery (NCII), including AI-generated NCII (or “deepfake pornography”), and require social media and similar websites to have in place procedures to remove such content upon notification from a victim. By requiring a notice and takedown process from websites that contain user generated content, including social media sites, the TAKE IT DOWN Act will ensure that, if the content is published online, victims are protected from being retraumatized again and again. The TAKE IT DOWN Act would protect and empower victims of real and deepfake NCII while respecting speech by: Criminalizing the publication of NCII in interstate commerce. The bill makes it unlawful for a person to knowingly publish NCII on social media and other online platforms. NCII is defined to include realistic, computer-genera… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:24:47Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/barrasso-lummis-hageman-lead-amicus-brief-against-sec-climate-disclosure-rule/ Barrasso, Lummis, Hageman Lead Amicus Brief Against SEC Climate Disclosure Rule 2024-06-25 2024 2024-06 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators John Barrasso, Cynthia Lummis and U.S. Representative Harriet Hageman (all R-WY) joined Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and U.S. Representative Kevin Hern (R-OK) in filing a bicameral amicus brief in Texas Alliance of Energy Producers, et al v SEC, requesting the court vacate the agency’s radical climate rule. This climate rule would be disastrous for Wyoming energy producers who would be buried in red tape to meet these unrealistic disclosure requirements. In March, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) adopted a finalized rule that requires publicly traded companies to disclose their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions data. This is the first time the SEC has published a rule issuing such a requirement. The amicus brief argues the climate rule would significantly increase burdens placed on publicly traded companies and hinder economic growth. The brief reiterates that Congress, not the administration, has the power to enact legislation, including laws addressing securities markets and climate policy. “The SEC, as a securities regulator, is not empowered to impose sweeping climate-related regulations on publicly traded companies,” the amicus brief stated. “Congress has demonstrated historical reluctance to pass broad climate legislation, particularly legislation that would dramatically impact federal securities law disclosure requirements. The SEC’s overreach into climate regulation violates the separation of powers and the major questions doctrine, warranting the rule’s invalidation.” 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:11:47Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-lummis-block-fccs-eleventh-hour-election-meddling-attempt/ Barrasso, Lummis Block FCC’s Eleventh-Hour Election Meddling Attempt 2024-06-20 2024 2024-06 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Senators John Barrasso, Cynthia Lummis (both R-WY) and Mike Lee (R-UT) introduced the Ending FCC Meddling in Our Elections Act of 2024 which blocks the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) last ditch effort to interfere with the outcome of the presidential election. Barrasso and Lummis cosponsored this bill to protect the people of Wyoming’s right to free and fair elections. “It is unacceptable for unelected, Democrat federal officials to abuse their power and interfere in the upcoming presidential elections,” said Senator Barrasso. “The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and other federal agencies should not have any influence at the ballot box. This bill will protect voters in Wyoming and ensure free and fair elections across the board.” “The new rule introduced by the FCC’s Democrat majority is their eleventh-hour attempt to tip the scales in favor of Democrats ahead of the presidential election,” said Senator Lummis. “No federal agency should have the ability to interfere in our elections process, and our bill ensures the American people, not a biased agency, determines the outcome of the presidential election.” Last month, the Democrat majority on the FCC issued a new notice of proposed rulemaking, announcing its plan to introduce new regulations on the use of AI in campaign ads appearing on TV and radio. This legislation prohibits the use of federal funds to enforce any rule created as a result of this rulemaking. Only Congress, in a careful and transparent deliberative process, should be determining regulations surrounding AI-generated campaign ads. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:24:47Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/barrasso-lummis-block-fccs-eleventh-hour-election-meddling-attempt/ Barrasso, Lummis Block FCC’s Eleventh-Hour Election Meddling Attempt 2024-06-20 2024 2024-06 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Senators John Barrasso, Cynthia Lummis (both R-WY) and Mike Lee (R-UT) introduced the Ending FCC Meddling in Our Elections Act of 2024 which blocks the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) last ditch effort to interfere with the outcome of the presidential election. Barrasso and Lummis cosponsored this bill to protect the people of Wyoming’s right to free and fair elections. “It is unacceptable for unelected, Democrat federal officials to abuse their power and interfere in the upcoming presidential elections,” said Senator Barrasso. “The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and other federal agencies should not have any influence at the ballot box. This bill will protect voters in Wyoming and ensure free and fair elections across the board.” “The new rule introduced by the FCC’s Democrat majority is their eleventh-hour attempt to tip the scales in favor of Democrats ahead of the presidential election,” said Senator Lummis. “No federal agency should have the ability to interfere in our elections process, and our bill ensures the American people, not a biased agency, determines the outcome of the presidential election.” Last month, the Democrat majority on the FCC issued a new notice of proposed rulemaking, announcing its plan to introduce new regulations on the use of AI in campaign ads appearing on TV and radio. This legislation prohibits the use of federal funds to enforce any rule created as a result of this rulemaking. Only Congress, in a careful and transparent deliberative process, should be determining regulations surrounding AI-generated campaign ads. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:11:47Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-mullin-introduce-legislation-to-make-the-bald-eagle-the-national-bird/ Lummis, Mullin Introduce Legislation to Make the Bald Eagle the National Bird 2024-06-20 2024 2024-06 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Western Caucus Chair Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) and Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) introduced legislation to make the bald eagle the national bird for the United States. “There is nothing more American than a bald eagle soaring across the Wyoming sky,” said Lummis. “These majestic creatures have long been viewed as the official bird of this country and it is past time we made it official without costing taxpayers a single cent. As we approach the Fourth of July, I am thrilled to partner with Senators Amy Klobuchar, Markwayne Mullin and Tina Smith to make the bald eagle the national bird of the United States.” “The bald eagle has long been a symbol of freedom and patriotism for our nation,” said Mullin. “It’s only fitting we officially designate the bald eagle the national bird of the United States. I am glad to join my colleagues on this introduction.” “While most people assume the bald eagle is our nation’s official bird, the fact is our country doesn’t have an official bird,” said Preston Cook, Co-Chair of the National Bird Initiative for the National Eagle Center. “The bison is the national mammal, the rose is the national flower, and the oak is the national tree. It’s time the bald eagle, long revered as our national symbol, finds its rightful place as our country’s official national bird.” While many people think the bald eagle is already the national bird, the United States currently does not have a national bird. On June 20, 1782, the Continental Congress installed the bald eagle on the front of the Great Seal. Since then, the bald eagle has been a favored representative of our nation, second only to the American flag. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith (both D-MN) cosponsored the legislation. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:24:47Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-hageman-barrasso-introduce-bill-to-protect-wyoming-ranchers-from-overzealous-biden-mandate/ Lummis, Hageman, Barrasso Introduce Bill to Protect Wyoming Ranchers from Overzealous Biden Mandate 2024-06-14 2024 2024-06 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper Washington, D.C.— U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis, Representative Harriet Hageman and Senator John Barrasso (all R-WY) introduced legislation to address the Biden administration’s unsubstantiated final rule mandating electronic identification ear tags for bison and cattle. “Wyoming’s ranchers provide some of the highest quality meat in the world, yet this administration continues to find creative ways to make their jobs harder,” said Lummis. “Forcing Wyoming’s ranchers to shell out their hard-earned money to trace and chip their livestock not only threatens to erode their privacy but puts unnecessary pressure on our supply chain. As a rancher myself, I understand the devastating impact this will have on our industry and will do everything in my power to block this administration’s chronic federal overreach.” “This rule is a solution in search of a problem that will advance a federal mandate which the American ranching community will have to pay for. America produces the highest quality meat in the world and there is nothing wrong with our traditional disease traceability system. This unfunded mandate raises serious privacy concerns for ranchers and their herds, with the potential to lock ranchers out of their traditional markets, thereby furthering vertical integration of the U.S. food supply chain. We need look no further than what happened in Ireland to recognize the threat of a USDA-driven EID mandate,” Hageman said. “In early 2022 Ireland adopted an EID mandate, and by August 2023, their government was reporting that they needed to slaughter as many as 41,000 head of livestock – not because of a disease outbreak, but because of so called “climate change.” A mandatory EID simply gives the federal government too much power.” “Mandating ear tags for all cattle and bison will financially crush independent Wyoming ranchers,” said Barrasso. “Senator Lummis’ and Congresswoman Hageman’s legislation will stop this overreaching federal mandate in its tracks.” The Congressional Review Act resolution opposes the Animal a… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:24:47Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-statement-on-meeting-with-president-donald-trump/ Barrasso Statement on Meeting with President Donald Trump 2024-06-13 2024 2024-06 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) released the following statement after meeting with President Donald J. Trump. “I invited President Donald Trump to meet today with Senate Republicans. We had a great, energetic conversation. Under Joe Biden and the Democrats, the country is headed in the wrong direction. With President Trump in the White House, we discussed how Republicans will get America back on track. That starts with helping families escape the pain of Democrat high prices, unleashing American energy, stopping Democrat tax increases, and securing the Southern Border. Republicans are united.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:24:47Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-lummis-risch-crapo-hageman-simpson-urge-u-s-department-of-transportation-to-swiftly-aid-wyoming-in-repairing-teton-pass-following-landslide/ Barrasso, Lummis, Risch, Crapo, Hageman, Simpson Urge U.S. Department of Transportation to Swiftly Aid Wyoming in Repairing Teton Pass Following Landslide 2024-06-12 2024 2024-06 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators John Barrasso (R-WY), Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), Jim Risch (R-ID), Mike Crapo (R-ID) and Representatives Harriet Hageman (R-WY) and Mike Simpson (R-ID) sent a letter to Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg urging the U.S. Department of Transportation to provide necessary federal assistance to the Wyoming Department of Transportation as it works to repair Teton Pass following a catastrophic landslide that wiped out a section of the highway. “We stress the urgency of restoring travel for more than 7,000 daily drivers between the greater Jackson area of Wyoming and Victor, Idaho. The highway closure jeopardizes livelihoods and impacts a significant portion of the workforce—around 15%— that routinely commutes to Jackson from Idaho,” said the senators and representatives. Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon issued a disaster declaration to ensure the state has access to emergency federal funding to repair the highway, which serves as a crucial connector for not only employees and residents between Idaho and Wyoming, but also is critical for tourism as it connects Idaho to Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park. The senators and representatives stressed the urgency of this situation, as the alternate route adds more than an hour to the commute each way. For a copy of the letter, click here. The full text is below. June 12, 2024 The Honorable Pete Buttigieg Secretary U.S. Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Washington, D.C. 20590 Dear Secretary Buttigieg: We write regarding the June 8th catastrophic structural failure at mile marker 12.8 on Wyoming State Highway 22, also known as Teton Pass. The restoration of Teton Pass is critical for thousands of residents in Wyoming and Idaho, local businesses and services, and the region’s economy. We appreciate your recent calls and personal attention to this over the weekend and as we determine next steps to restore the highway. We stress the urgency of restoring travel for more than 7,000 daily driv… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:11:47Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/barrasso-lummis-risch-crapo-hageman-simpson-urge-u-s-department-of-transportation-to-swiftly-aid-wyoming-in-repairing-teton-pass-following-landslide/ Barrasso, Lummis, Risch, Crapo, Hageman, Simpson Urge U.S. Department of Transportation to Swiftly Aid Wyoming in Repairing Teton Pass Following Landslide 2024-06-12 2024 2024-06 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators John Barrasso (R-WY), Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), Jim Risch (R-ID), Mike Crapo (R-ID) and Representatives Harriet Hageman (R-WY) and Mike Simpson (R-ID) sent a letter to Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg urging the U.S. Department of Transportation to provide necessary federal assistance to the Wyoming Department of Transportation as it works to repair Teton Pass following a catastrophic landslide that wiped out a section of the highway. “We stress the urgency of restoring travel for more than 7,000 daily drivers between the greater Jackson area of Wyoming and Victor, Idaho. The highway closure jeopardizes livelihoods and impacts a significant portion of the workforce—around 15%— that routinely commutes to Jackson from Idaho,” said the senators and representatives. Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon issued a disaster declaration to ensure the state has access to emergency federal funding to repair the highway, which serves as a crucial connector for not only employees and residents between Idaho and Wyoming, but also is critical for tourism as it connects Idaho to Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park. The senators stressed the urgency of this situation, as the alternate route adds more than an hour to the commute each way. For a copy of the letter, click here. The full text is below. June 12, 2024 The Honorable Pete Buttigieg Secretary U.S. Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Washington, D.C. 20590 Dear Secretary Buttigieg: We write regarding the June 8th catastrophic structural failure at mile marker 12.8 on Wyoming State Highway 22, also known as Teton Pass. The restoration of Teton Pass is critical for thousands of residents in Wyoming and Idaho, local businesses and services, and the region’s economy. We appreciate your recent calls and personal attention to this over the weekend and as we determine next steps to restore the highway. We stress the urgency of restoring travel for more than 7,000 daily drivers between the grea… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:24:47Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-slams-u-s-fish-and-wildlife-services-anti-wyoming-agenda/ Lummis Slams U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Anti-Wyoming Agenda 2024-06-12 2024 2024-06 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper Washington, D.C.— U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) grilled U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) Director Martha Williams during an Environmental and Public Works (EPW) Committee hearing on the agency’s failure to respond to Wyoming’s grizzly bear delisting petition and its blatant overreach on wolf management. During her time, Lummis questioned Director Williams about the agency’s unlawful delay in responding to the State of Wyoming’s petition to establish grizzly bears in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem as a distinct population segment and remove it from the endangered species list. “You said you will follow the law and the science, but let’s talk about grizzly delisting because you’re doing neither. In January 2022, two and a half years ago, the state of Wyoming filed a petition with Fish and Wildlife Services to establish grizzly bears in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem as a distinct population segment that is neither threatened nor endangered and to remove it from the endangered species list,” said Lummis. “By law, your agency is required to make a determination within 12 months of receiving the application. We are now two and a half years out from when the petition was submitted and your agency has stated you won’t have a decision until July. Further, the science established by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service decades ago proves that the grizzly has recovered and is way over population criteria.” Lummis also questioned the wisdom of the agency’s hiring of a third-party “mediator” to discuss how wolves and people can coexist while simultaneously establishing a “National Recovery Plan” for wolves already under state jurisdiction. Last month, Senator Lummis led Senators Pete Ricketts (R-NE) and Dan Sullivan (R-AK) in introducing Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolutions to overturn the Biden administration’s reversal of key reforms to the Endangered Species Act (ESA) by the Trump administration that increased stakeholder engagement, defined critical habitat and ensured species recovery plans were e… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:24:47Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-pfluger-lead-letter-protecting-use-of-predator-control-devices-for-sheep-and-goat-producers/ Barrasso, Pfluger Lead Letter Protecting Use of Predator Control Devices for Sheep and Goat Producers 2024-06-06 2024 2024-06 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) and U.S. Representative August Pfluger (R-Texas) recently led a bicameral letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) demanding the agency roll-back its ban on purchasing or deploying M-44 sodium cyanide ejector devices. M-44 devices are used by farmers and ranchers, mainly sheep and goat producers, for predator control. These devices are a valuable management tool and protect herds from coyotes, foxes, and feral dogs. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has continuously approved the use of these safe and effective devices by state agencies in the past. The agency included language prohibiting the use of M-44 devices by third parties in the USDA’s Fiscal Year 2024 Appropriations Package signed into law earlier this year. “American ranchers are the foundation of our food and economic security, and we must promote policies that protect their viability. It is estimated that if Texas and Wyoming ranchers could better control predation, it could result in over $100 million in farm gate sales,” the members wrote. “In Wyoming alone, predator losses amounted to 47.3 percent of all sheep and lamb deaths. The continued production of M-44 devices is well within the law and is important to ensure ranchers have access to this safe and effective predation tool.” Co-signers of this letter include U.S. Senators Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), and Ted Cruz (R-Texas). Full text of the letter can be found here. Secretary Vilsack, We write with great concern regarding the non-statutory report language prohibiting the purchase or deployment of M-44 sodium cyanide ejector devices included in the Fiscal Year 2024 Appropriations Package signed into law on March 8, 2024. As you know, M-44 devices are an important tool for ranchers as they work to protect their herds from coyotes and foxes. Over the last several years, increased predation across the nation has contributed to declining volumes of domestic livestock herds. In fact, in Texas alone, … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:24:47Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-lummis-fight-to-protect-rural-nursing-homes-from-federal-overreach/ Barrasso, Lummis Fight to Protect Rural Nursing Homes from Federal Overreach 2024-06-05 2024 2024-06 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis, both R-Wyo., joined Senator James Lankford (R-Okla.) and their colleagues in introducing a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution of disapproval to overturn the Biden administration’s final rule affecting rural nursing homes and long-term care facilities. The final rule imposes burdensome federal staffing mandates on long-term care facilities. The most harmful is requiring facilities to have a registered nurse present 24/7, which is a drastic increase compared to the current requirement of 8 hours a day. This rule, submitted by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), comes when our healthcare industry is already facing significant staffing shortages. Experts estimate that only one in five nursing homes meets the new staffing requirement. Due to these shortages, nursing homes across rural America will struggle to remain open, and many will be forced to close their doors, leaving entire communities without access to these essential senior services. “The Biden administration is once again trying to force their one-size-fits-all policies across the country. This Washington overreach does not account for the needs of nursing homes and long-term care facilities in rural states like Wyoming,” said Senator Barrasso. “Burdensome mandates from Washington only undermine access to care for patients in rural areas. Republicans will not let the Biden administration close down facilities that offer critical care to our seniors in communities across Wyoming.” “Seniors in Wyoming should not have to fear losing access to vital health care, but this administration’s one-size-fits-all regulations threaten to make that a sobering reality,” said Senator Lummis. “These arbitrary mandates will only worsen staffing shortages and force nursing home closures throughout rural states like Wyoming and demonstrates just how out of touch the Biden administration is with the needs of rural America. My colleagues and I are leading the fight to protect seniors’… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:11:47Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/barrasso-lummis-fight-to-protect-rural-nursing-homes-from-federal-overreach/ Barrasso, Lummis Fight to Protect Rural Nursing Homes from Federal Overreach 2024-06-05 2024 2024-06 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis, both R-Wyo., joined Senator James Lankford (R-Okla.) and their colleagues in introducing a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution of disapproval to overturn the Biden administration’s final rule affecting rural nursing homes and long-term care facilities. The final rule imposes burdensome federal staffing mandates on long-term care facilities. The most harmful is requiring facilities to have a registered nurse present 24/7, which is a drastic increase compared to the current requirement of 8 hours a day. This rule, submitted by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), comes when our healthcare industry is already facing significant staffing shortages. Experts estimate that only one in five nursing homes meets the new staffing requirement. Due to these shortages, nursing homes across rural America will struggle to remain open, and many will be forced to close their doors, leaving entire communities without access to these essential senior services. “The Biden administration is once again trying to force their one-size-fits-all policies across the country. This Washington overreach does not account for the needs of nursing homes and long-term care facilities in rural states like Wyoming,” said Senator Barrasso. “Burdensome mandates from Washington only undermine access to care for patients in rural areas. Republicans will not let the Biden administration close down facilities that offer critical care to our seniors in communities across Wyoming.” “Seniors in Wyoming should not have to fear losing access to vital health care, but this administration’s one-size-fits-all regulations threaten to make that a sobering reality,” said Senator Lummis. “These arbitrary mandates will only worsen staffing shortages and force nursing home closures throughout rural states like Wyoming and demonstrates just how out of touch the Biden administration is with the needs of rural America. My colleagues and I are leading the fight to protect seniors’… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:24:47Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-statement-on-bidens-too-little-too-late-executive-order/ Barrasso Statement on Biden’s Too Little, Too Late Executive Order 2024-06-04 2024 2024-06 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) issued the following statement slamming President Joe Biden’s latest executive order on the border. “Joe Biden and the open-border Democrats are terrified that voters will hold them accountable for the crime, the drugs, and the terrorists that are flooding into the United States. With the election only months away, the White House is panicked. They should be.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:24:47Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-lee-and-vance-demand-answers-from-google-over-woke-gemini-ai/ Lummis, Lee and Vance Demand Answers from Google Over Woke Gemini AI 2024-06-03 2024 2024-06 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), Mike Lee (R-UT) and JD Vance (R-OH) sent a letter to Google LLC Chief Executive Officer Sundar Pichai detailing several concerning examples of the Gemini artificial intelligence model (Gemini) creating outputs that intentionally disregard publicly available information and historical facts to align with woke ideology. The senators laid out a series of questions and requested transparency from Google over how Gemini was developed, how it is currently being utilized and what is being done to prevent political bias from tainting this emerging technology. “Between climate alarmism, wokeism and draconian COVID lockdowns, we have seen coastal elites try and weaponize information and technology to destroy the Wyoming way of life,” said Lummis. “Artificial intelligence is a transformative technology with incredibly positive potential for our country, but I am gravely concerned Google’s Gemini is being cultivated to tilt the political scales and rewrite history. It is imperative that Gemini, and other powerful systems like it, are developed as tools for human advancement and not for ideological influence and control.” “The use of major search engines and AI to manipulate public opinion or spread blatantly inaccurate historical information for political purposes is deeply concerning,” said Lee. “I am very interested in whether Google’s leadership will publicly disavow these practices and reassure the American people of their transparency.” Background: After Gemini was rolled out by Google in February 2024, outputs generated by the artificial intelligence platform raised serious concerns. Gemini refused to say whether Elon Musk tweeting memes or Adolf Hitler ordering the extermination of millions was worse, asserting that it could not decide who “had a more negative impact on society” according to a tweet shared by Nate Silver. When asked to create images of America’s Founding Fathers, the Pope, vikings and other historical figures, Gemini exclusively prod… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:11:47Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-house-colleagues-urge-president-biden-not-to-veto-bipartisan-sab-121-cra/ Lummis, House Colleagues Urge President Biden Not to Veto Bipartisan SAB 121 CRA 2024-05-30 2024 2024-05 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) and Representative Patrick McHenry (R-NC) led a letter to President Joe Biden urging him to reconsider his threat to veto Staff Accounting Bulletin (SAB) 121 Congressional Review Act (CRA) which passed the Senate and House with strong bipartisan support. “Given the overwhelming bipartisan votes, we urge you to sign H.J. Res. 109 into law or work with the SEC to rescind the staff guidance,” said Lummis and the representatives. “Rescinding SAB 121 is well within the SEC’s authority and there is ample precedent for revisiting a staff accounting bulletin. In fact, most staff accounting bulletins over the last three decades have been revisions and recessions of prior guidance.” This CRA resolution protects the foundation of essential custody services, protects consumers from increased bankruptcy risk and passed both chambers of Congress with strong bipartisan support. Reps. French Hill (R-AR), Andy Barr (R-KY), Tom Emmer (R-MN), Mike Flood (R-NE), Ritchie Torres (D-NY), WIley Nickel (D-NC) and Dan Meuser (R-PA) joined Lummis and McHenry in sending the letter. Background: On November 15, 2023, Senator Lummis, Representative Wiley Nickel (D-NC) and Representative Mike Flood (R-NE) sent a letter alongside Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and Representatives Patrick McHenry (R-NC), French Hill (R-AR) and Ritchie Torres (D-NY) to the Federal Reserve, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the Office of the Currency and the National Credit Union Administration (prudential regulators) urging them to clarify that SAB 121 is not enforceable after the Government Accountability Office (GAO) found that it is a rule for purposes of the Congressional Review Act. On February 1, 2024 Senator Lummis alongside Representatives Nickel and Flood introduced a bipartisan, bicameral Congressional Review Act resolution to overturn the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s Staff Accounting Bulletin 121. The House passed the CRA resolution last week by a vote of 228 – … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:01:11Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-lummis-thune-and-rounds-demand-u-s-forest-service-releases-chokehold-on-timber-industry-in-the-black-hills/ Barrasso, Lummis, Thune and Rounds Demand U.S. Forest Service Releases Chokehold on Timber Industry in the Black Hills 2024-05-28 2024 2024-05 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senate Western Caucus Chair Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) and U.S. Senators John Barrasso (R-WY), John Thune (R-SD) and Mike Rounds (R-SD) sent a letter to U.S. Forest Service Chief Randy Moore excoriating the Biden administration for its forest management policies in the Black Hills National Forest that are reducing the amount of trees available to harvest forcing saw mills to close and timber workers to lose their jobs. The senators request the Biden administration to open more of the Black Hills National Forest for timber harvesting and toss a lifeline to the Wyoming and South Dakota saw mills and workers who have seen their livelihoods threatened by the radical policies coming out of Washington. “Unfortunately, dwindling sawmill capacity near our nation’s national forest is not unique to the Black Hills. Since 2020, more than 20 mills near national forests have been forced to curtail production or close altogether. While the timber industry faces its own unique market pressures, the recent layoffs are a direct result of reductions to the U.S. Forest Service’s timber sale program,” wrote the senators. Background: The Black Hills National Forest produced the first federal timber sale in 1899 and was one of the U.S. Forest Service’s highest timber producing forests in the country for more than a century. Further reductions to the Black Hills National Forest timber sale program will not only have dire economic consequences but also put the forest at increased risk of catastrophic wildfire and insect and disease outbreaks. Two mills in western South Dakota have closed in the past five years including Hill Materials in Spearfish and Rushmore Forest Products in Hill City. On April 11, 2024, Neiman Enterprises announced it would be laying off employees at its sawmill in Spearfish, South Dakota, resulting in more than 50 employees losing their jobs. This announcement came roughly three years after Neiman Enterprises was forced to fully shutter a sawmill in Hill City, South Dakota, where roughl… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:12:30Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-barrasso-thune-and-rounds-demand-u-s-forest-service-releases-chokehold-on-timber-industry-in-the-black-hills/ Lummis, Barrasso, Thune and Rounds Demand U.S. Forest Service Releases Chokehold on Timber Industry in the Black Hills 2024-05-28 2024 2024-05 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senate Western Caucus Chair Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) and U.S. Senators John Barrasso (R-WY), John Thune (R-SD) and Mike Rounds (R-SD) sent a letter to U.S. Forest Service Chief Randy Moore excoriating the Biden administration for its forest management policies in the Black Hills National Forest that are reducing the amount of trees available to harvest forcing saw mills to close and timber workers to lose their jobs. The senators request the Biden administration to open more of the Black Hills National Forest for timber harvesting and toss a lifeline to the Wyoming and South Dakota saw mills and workers who have seen their livelihoods threatened by the radical policies coming out of Washington. “Unfortunately, dwindling sawmill capacity near our nation’s national forest is not unique to the Black Hills. Since 2020, more than 20 mills near national forests have been forced to curtail production or close altogether. While the timber industry faces its own unique market pressures, the recent layoffs are a direct result of reductions to the U.S. Forest Service’s timber sale program,” wrote the senators. Background: The Black Hills National Forest produced the first federal timber sale in 1899 and was one of the U.S. Forest Service’s highest timber producing forests in the country for more than a century. Further reductions to the Black Hills National Forest timber sale program will not only have dire economic consequences but also put the forest at increased risk of catastrophic wildfire and insect and disease outbreaks. Two mills in western South Dakota have closed in the past five years including Hill Materials in Spearfish and Rushmore Forest Products in Hill City. On April 11, 2024, Neiman Enterprises announced it would be laying off employees at its sawmill in Spearfish, South Dakota, resulting in more than 50 employees losing their jobs. This announcement came roughly three years after Neiman Enterprises was forced to fully shutter a sawmill in Hill City, South Dakota, where roughl… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:01:11Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-bidens-open-border-is-to-blame-for-fentanyl-deaths/ Barrasso: Biden’s Open Border is to Blame for Fentanyl Deaths 2024-05-23 2024 2024-05 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper “Until we secure the border and protect Americans, we’re not going to be able to get to the bottom of the fentanyl problem.” WASHINGTON, D.C. – At today’s Senate Committee on Finance hearing, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) discussed how the Biden administration’s open-border agenda is escalating the fentanyl crisis across the country. Senator Barrasso spoke with addiction treatment experts about how increased drug trafficking has contributed to fentanyl overdose deaths in Wyoming. Barrasso also touched on improving rural access to fentanyl recovery health care and protecting Wyoming’s Native American populations that are targeted by Mexican drug cartels. Tony Vezina, Abigail Heron, DO, Caleb Banta-Green, Ph.D., MPH, MSW, and Jeanmarie Perrone, MD testified at today’s Senate Committee on Finance hearing titled “Front Lines of the Fentanyl Crisis: Supporting Communities and Combating Addiction through Prevention and Treatment.” On Biden’s Open Border Bringing Drugs into Wyoming “I’m truly alarmed by the fentanyl crisis facing our nation, clearly nothing like that existed when I was practicing medicine. It’s everywhere, no community is spared. A lethal dose is equivalent to just a few grains of salt. Across the country, the number of deaths have been skyrocketing. “In my home state of Wyoming, you wouldn’t think that it’d be a problem there. We’ve had 81 opioid-related overdose deaths. This past year has doubled the number from five years ago – completely unacceptable. “It’s touching every community across our nation – mothers, fathers, brothers, sisters, all losing family members. I hear about it all around the state. “Since President Biden took office, nearly 10 million illegal immigrants have flooded into our nation. And Senator Grassley touched on this a little earlier today: 77,000 pounds of fentanyl have been confiscated at the border over that time. You don’t know how much got through, but you can imagine just based on the statistics and the deaths, the number is high. “Whether it’s from China o… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:12:30Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-secures-extension-for-university-of-wyoming-water-management-project/ Lummis Secures Extension for University of Wyoming Water Management Project 2024-05-23 2024 2024-05 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) secured language in the Water Resources and Development Act of 2024 (WRDA) to extend authorization for a University of Wyoming (UW) project to expand the network of stations to monitor snowpack and soil moisture throughout the plains areas of the Upper Missouri River Basin. The project will produce critical data to help Wyoming and surrounding states mitigate flooding and better understand how they can manage valuable resources and maximize access to water that ranchers and landowners rely on. “Access to water is life in Wyoming, and as a rancher I know firsthand how important it is to always be improving our understanding of how we can be good stewards of our natural resources,” said Lummis. “I am proud the University of Wyoming is spearheading the effort to expand upon our base of knowledge and lead us into the future. Seeing Wyoming tax dollars sent to Washington come back and be spent to better our state is truly the best use and a rare departure from the usual wasteful spending in Washington.” Background: On April 12, 2024, Senator Lummis sent a letter to U.S. Senate Environment and Public Works Committee Chairman Tom Carper (D-DE) and Ranking Member Shelly Moore Capito (R-WV) urging them to include funding to extend the UW project funding in the Water Resources and Development Act of 2024. The authorization was set to expire in 2025 but will now be extended to 2029 to prevent a lapse in authorization for the project expected to be completed in 2027. UW received an $8M grant in 2020 to expand the mesonet network in the state. As of April 2024, there were 18 stations in Wyoming and 61 are expected to be completed for the grant. Click here to read the full bill. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-07T21:01:11Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-lummis-introduces-resolution-to-recognize-wwii-star-valley-crew/ Barrasso, Lummis Introduces Resolution to Recognize WWII Star Valley Crew 2024-05-22 2024 2024-05 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C.— U.S. Senators John Barrasso (R-WY) and Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) introduced a resolution honoring the crew of the Star Valley, a U.S. Army Air Corps B-24 Liberator that crashed during World War II, and recognizing their sacrifice to defend our great nation. “Afton’s Sergeant Wilford T. Heninger served our country and Wyoming with distinction. He left a legacy of service, dedication and patriotism for future generations to emulate. The crew of the B-24 Liberator Star Valley honored his legacy by naming their aircraft after him,” said Senator Barrasso. “This brave crew ultimately gave their lives to defend our nation and freedoms in a mission over France in 1944. Our resolution honors the crew of the Star Valley B-24, Sergeant Heninger, and all the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in World War II.” “The crew of the Star Valley represented our state triumphantly and served our nation with great honor and distinction,” said Lummis. “These men and their families made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our great country and our resolution ensures their memory and unwavering dedication to defending the freedoms we hold so dear lives on.” On February 5, 1944, the Star Valley, named in honor of an Army Air Corp servicemember from Afton, Wyoming, who died in a training accident, crashed near the French village of Saint-Leonard-en Beauce. Nine service members died and one was held as a prisoner of war until liberation in 1945. Each May, Saint-Leonard-en Beauce hosts a ceremony honoring victims of World War II including the crew of the Star Valley. Read a copy of the resolution here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:12:30Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-democrats-block-barrassos-build-the-wall-act/ Democrats Block Barrasso’s Build The Wall Act 2024-05-22 2024 2024-05 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper “Democrats in this body have done nothing to secure the border. They’ve done nothing to stop the flood of illegal immigrants […] My proposal finishes the wall. It pays for it by clawing back unused COVID funding. This wall is absolutely vital to our border security.” WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo) took to the Senate floor to request unanimous consent to consider the Build the Wall Act of 2024. This bill finishes the southern border wall and uses unspent COVID-19 funds to pay for it. “We know that the border wall works. My proposal finishes the wall. It pays for it by clawing back unused COVID funding. This wall is absolutely vital to our border security,” Senator Barrasso said on the Senate floor. “If Democrats are serious about securing our border, they should start by voting for a policy that actually works and is paid for.” Senate Democrats subsequently blocked consideration of the Build the Wall Act. Senator Barrasso’s Build the Wall Act of 2024 is cosponsored by Senators Tim Scott (R-S.C.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.), James Lankford (R-Okla.), James Risch (R-Idaho), Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), and Joni Ernst (R-Iowa). Excerpts of Sen. Barrasso’s Remarks: “I come to the floor today to continue this discussion about the crisis at our southern border. “When Joe Biden walked into the White House, the southern border was secure. Tragically for our country, he then signed 94 executive orders in his first 100 days. “He rolled out the welcome mat and millions and millions of illegal immigrants flooded into our nation. Democrats in Congress joined him. “They joined the president, they worked with him, they aggressively rolled back Republican-led policies that had worked to keep our country safe. “Our southern border is now a pipeline for illegal crossings. Since Joe Biden took office, almost 10 million illegal immigrants have invaded America. “Democrats’ uncontrolled, illegal immigration, it strains our tax dollars, it undermines the safety of our citizens, and … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:12:30Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/barrasso-lummis-introduces-resolution-to-recognize-wwii-star-valley-crew/ Barrasso, Lummis Introduces Resolution to Recognize WWII Star Valley Crew 2024-05-22 2024 2024-05 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C.— U.S. Senators John Barrasso (R-WY) and Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) introduced a resolution honoring the crew of the Star Valley, a U.S. Army Air Corps B-24 Liberator that crashed during World War II, and recognizing their sacrifice to defend our great nation. “Afton’s Sergeant Wilford T. Heninger served our country and Wyoming with distinction. He left a legacy of service, dedication and patriotism for future generations to emulate. The crew of the B-24 Liberator Star Valley honored his legacy by naming their aircraft after him,” said Senator Barrasso. “This brave crew ultimately gave their lives to defend our nation and freedoms in a mission over France in 1944. Our resolution honors the crew of the Star Valley B-24, Sergeant Heninger, and all the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in World War II.” “The crew of the Star Valley represented our state triumphantly and served our nation with great honor and distinction,” said Lummis. “These men and their families made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our great country and our resolution ensures their memory and unwavering dedication to defending the freedoms we hold so dear lives on.” On February 5, 1944, the Star Valley, named in honor of an Army Air Corp servicemember from Afton, Wyoming, who died in a training accident, crashed near the French village of Saint-Leonard-en Beauce. Nine service members died and one was held as a prisoner of war until liberation in 1945. Each May, Saint-Leonard-en Beauce hosts a ceremony honoring victims of World War II including the crew of the Star Valley. Read a copy of the resolution here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:12:30Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-applauds-house-passage-of-pro-crypto-legislation/ Lummis Applauds House Passage of Pro-Crypto Legislation 2024-05-22 2024 2024-05 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper Washington, D.C.— U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) released the following statement commending the House of Representatives for passing legislation to provide market structure for the crypto asset industry. “The passage of FIT 21 proves there is strong, bipartisan support in Congress for creating a regulatory framework for the crypto industry,” said Lummis. “Senator Gillibrand and I have worked tirelessly to provide commonsense solutions that strike the balance of unleashing financial innovation without eroding consumer protections with our digital asset legislation, and I am encouraged by the House’s shared interest in positioning the United States to be a global leader in cryptocurrency. Congratulations to Chairman Patrick McHenry, Chairman GT Thompson, Representative French Hill and Representative Dusty Johnson on this momentous vote.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:12:30Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-bill-funds-southern-border-wall-with-unused-covid-19-funds/ Barrasso Bill Funds Southern Border Wall with Unused COVID-19 Funds 2024-05-21 2024 2024-05 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) introduced legislation that would require unobligated COVID-19 funds be used to finish building the wall along our southern border. Senator Barrasso introduced the legislation as an amendment to the Border Security Act (S. 4361). The Build the Wall Act of 2024 would establish the “Southern Border Wall Construction Fund” and require the Department of Homeland Security to use any unobligated Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) to construct and maintain physical barriers along the southern border of the United States. “Border walls work. Before President Biden came into office, we were well on our way to a secure and safe southern border. But on his first day in office, the president and Democrats rolled out the welcome mat for millions of illegal immigrants to come into our nation,” said Senator Barrasso. “We must hold Democrats accountable for their open border policies that have created the worst border crisis in our nation’s history. If they are serious about securing our border, they should have no issues voting for a policy that actually works and is already paid for.” Full text of the legislation can be found here. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:12:30Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-presses-sec-blinken-on-bidens-reckless-administration-of-evacuations/ Barrasso Presses Sec. Blinken on Biden’s Reckless “Administration of Evacuations” 2024-05-21 2024 2024-05 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper “Whether it’s in Burma, Belarus, Sudan, Haiti, there seems to be a dangerous growing trend of the U.S. in retreat… It appears the [Biden] administration has become the administration of evacuations.” WASHINGTON, D.C. – At today’s Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) pressed U.S. Department of State Secretary Antony Blinken on the Biden administration’s disastrous foreign policies. Senator Barrasso challenged the State Department’s condolences on the death of Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi and noted the Biden administration’s growing record of global military evacuations and surrendering military bases to adversaries. Finally, Barrasso questioned Sec. Blinken on countering Russia’s newly created foothold in Africa. Secretary Blinken testified at today’s Senate Committee on Foreign Relations hearing on American Diplomacy and Global Leadership: Review of the FY25 State Department Budget Request. On the Biden Administration’s Condolences for Iranian President “Yesterday the State Department issued a statement mourning the death of the Iranian President. Now, I assume that as Secretary, you share that sentiment.” Follow Up: “Well, I don’t think it should be a normal course of business. I think it’s shocking that this administration would mourn the death of the “Butcher of Tehran”. I don’t. “He’s responsible for death, rape, torture, the sworn enemy of the free world. So I think it’s a terrible mistake, Mr. Secretary.” Click here to watch Sen. Barrasso’s remarks on the late Iranian president. On Global Military Evacuations “I want to move on to another issue in terms of some of the evacuations and retreats that are happening around the world. “Since the deadly withdrawal from Afghanistan in August of 2021, the administration has urgently evacuated Americans at several embassies across the globe. I hadn’t expected to hear about this in Wyoming, but I heard about it again in Wyoming just this past weekend. “Whether it’s in Burma, Belarus, Sudan, Haiti, there seems … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:12:30Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-bidenomics-is-crushing-american-families/ Barrasso: Bidenomics is Crushing American Families 2024-05-20 2024 2024-05 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) spoke on the Senate floor today to correct the record about the failure of Bidenomics and its negative impact on the American people. Sen Barrasso’s Remarks: “I come to the floor today to speak about the economy. Joe Biden is clearly the president of high prices. People all across the country, all 50 states, are well aware that this is going to be Joe Biden’s enduring legacy. “Prices spiked again in April. The statistics are out. Prices have been rising again and again and again. Price increases have been now above 3 percent for the last 37 months. This is the longest period in history of high prices since the late 1980s. “President Biden continues to repeat a falsehood. You could call it a lie. Because he has said time and again that inflation was 9 percent when he came into office. This is pure confusion on his part. Even the liberal fact-checkers – people at CNN, people in the Washington Post – have said what President Biden is saying about inflation is flat-out false. It’s wrong. “In January of 2021, the day that the current President Biden took the oath of office, the inflation rate in America was 1.4 percent. Today, prices are almost 20 percent higher than they were the day he took the oath of office. “The burden of Bidenomics on the American public is crushing, it’s compounding, and of course, it’s cumulative. It continues to add on every single day. But Democrats in this chamber and around the country deny this economic reality. Certainly, the Democrat in the White House denies this economic reality. And President Biden proved that he was completely disconnected from the suffering American families. “Earlier this month, he said Americans have, quote, ‘the money to spend.’ I’m not sure who he’s talking to, but that’s not the case across America. And it’s not the case in my home state of Wyoming. Democrats are completely out of touch on the economy because they are out of touch with American voters, the citizens of this country. “Rising prices h… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:12:30Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-lummis-join-bill-to-repeal-unnecessary-tax-on-firearm-purchases/ Barrasso, Lummis Join Bill to Repeal Unnecessary Tax on Firearm Purchases 2024-05-20 2024 2024-05 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.) joined U.S. Senator Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) and their colleagues in introducing the Repealing Illegal Freedom and Liberty Excises (RIFLE) Act. This legislation would remove a burdensome tax imposed on firearms regulated under the National Firearms Act. “The Second Amendment is one of our nation’s most essential safeguards. Law-abiding citizens in Wyoming responsibly use this right to keep and bear arms every day,” said Senator Barrasso. “The last thing responsible gun owners need is more burdensome Washington taxes and restrictions. Our legislation keeps unnecessary red-tape out of Wyoming and protects Second Amendment rights across the country.” “Law-abiding gun owners in Wyoming should not be forced to pay excessive taxes for exercising their Second Amendment rights,” said Senator Lummis. “While President Biden and Senate Democrats continue to wrongfully target responsible gun owners, I will continue fighting to preserve the people of Wyoming’s right to keep and bear arms.” “Law-abiding Americans who exercise their Second Amendment rights should not be subject to unnecessary taxes and restrictions preventing them from doing so. Passed into law in 1934, the National Firearms Act needs to be amended. Our legislation will remove the red tape that places an undue financial burden on would-be gun owners,” said Senator Cotton. Co-sponsors of this legislation include U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.), Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.), Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) and Rick Scott (R-Fla.). Full text of the legislation can be found here. Background: The 1934 National Firearms Act (NFA) regulates short-barreled shotguns and rifles, fully automatic firearms, suppressors, and a catchall category of explosives. In addition to background checks and registration, NFA regulated items have a $200 tax. The ATF has acknow… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:12:30Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/barrasso-lummis-join-bill-to-repeal-unnecessary-tax-on-firearm-purchases/ Barrasso, Lummis Join Bill to Repeal Unnecessary Tax on Firearm Purchases 2024-05-20 2024 2024-05 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.) joined U.S. Senator Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) and their colleagues in introducing the Repealing Illegal Freedom and Liberty Excises (RIFLE) Act. This legislation would remove a burdensome tax imposed on firearms regulated under the National Firearms Act. “The Second Amendment is one of our nation’s most essential safeguards. Law-abiding citizens in Wyoming responsibly use this right to keep and bear arms every day,” said Senator Barrasso. “The last thing responsible gun owners need is more burdensome Washington taxes and restrictions. Our legislation keeps unnecessary red-tape out of Wyoming and protects Second Amendment rights across the country.” “Law-abiding gun owners in Wyoming should not be forced to pay excessive taxes for exercising their Second Amendment rights,” said Senator Lummis. “While President Biden and Senate Democrats continue to wrongfully target responsible gun owners, I will continue fighting to preserve the people of Wyoming’s right to keep and bear arms.” “Law-abiding Americans who exercise their Second Amendment rights should not be subject to unnecessary taxes and restrictions preventing them from doing so. Passed into law in 1934, the National Firearms Act needs to be amended. Our legislation will remove the red tape that places an undue financial burden on would-be gun owners,” said Senator Cotton. Co-sponsors of this legislation include U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), Steve Daines (R-Mont.), Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.), Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.), Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) and Rick Scott (R-Fla.). Full text of the legislation can be found here. Background: The 1934 National Firearms Act (NFA) regulates short-barreled shotguns and rifles, fully automatic firearms, suppressors, and a catchall category of explosives. In addition to background checks and registration, NFA regulated items have a $200 tax. The ATF has acknow… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:12:30Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-we-must-improve-rural-health-care-access/ Barrasso: We Must Improve Rural Health Care Access 2024-05-17 2024 2024-05 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper “Whether you’re a Republican or Democrat, you’re from a state that has a lot of rural areas – you want to get doctors into those areas.” WASHINGTON, D.C. – At a recent Senate Finance Committee hearing, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) discussed health access challenges facing Wyoming with rural health experts. Barrasso specifically highlighted the need to invest in rural medical residency training programs, improve access to maternity services, and counteract the effects of rural hospital closures. Keith J. Mueller, Ph.D., Lori Rodefeld, Ms, Jeremy P. Davis, MHA, and Michael Topchik testified at Thursday’s Senate Committee on Finance hearing on Rural Health Care: Supporting Lives and Improving Communities. On Increasing Doctors in Rural Hospitals Through Training Programs “In Wyoming, our medical school works in partnership with the University of Washington, along with Montana, Alaska, and Idaho in the WWAMI program. “What we’ve found out is that giving students a rural experience and residents rural experience helps them recognize early in their career the benefits of working in rural clinics and hospitals, and hopefully then moving there and practicing there full time. “I think it’s encouraging, it’s a great recruitment tool if they have that experience. Research shows residents are more than five times more likely to then go on and practice in a rural community if their residencies are in those types of communities. “And I see Ms. Rodefeld, you agree and I’m going to have a question for you soon about OBGYN care in some of these areas. “That’s why I’ve introduced legislation called the Rural Physician Workforce Production Act to provide additional funds to rural hospitals that train residents. “Right now, so much of the funding goes to the larger community – the large city hospitals – not the rural experience. “This is political, but it’s bipartisan, because if you’re a senator – whether you’re a Republican or Democrat – you’re from a state that has a lot of rural areas. You want to get doctors i… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:12:30Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-whitehouse-bipartisan-national-hospital-week-resolution-passes-u-s-senate/ Barrasso, Whitehouse Bipartisan National Hospital Week Resolution Passes U.S. Senate 2024-05-17 2024 2024-05 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.) recently introduced a resolution to designate May 12 through 18, 2024 as National Hospital Week. The resolution honors the significant role hospitals and hospital staff play in patient health care across the United States. The resolution passed the U.S. Senate unanimously this week. “During National Hospital Week, we recognize and celebrate the hard work of our nation’s hospital workers,” said Senator Barrasso. “Doctors, nurses, and hospital staff across the country provide critical care and comfort to patients when they need it most. In Wyoming, we are grateful for our health care providers and support staff for their dedication to caring for patients in all our communities.” “This week we’re celebrating the many contributions hospital workers make in the delivery of high-quality care for Rhode Islanders,” said Senator Whitehouse. “The doctors, nurses, and staff who work in our local hospitals provide heroic care during some of the most challenging moments patients and their families will ever go through.” “Wyoming hospitals are a vital part to each community across the state and deserve to be celebrated and recognized. The incredible staff members, in each hospital, dedicate their lives to serving others, often putting their own safety and health in jeopardy. Hospitals are anchors in their communities. The Wyoming Hospital Association is grateful for the recognition, from Senator Barrasso and the other members of the Senate, for the incredible service healthcare workers perform. Wyomingites are blessed to have access to care in almost every community in the state. Wyoming hospitals and nursing homes employ over 32,000 employees.” – Eric Boley, Wyoming Hospital Association “The AHA commends Senators John Barrasso, Sheldon Whitehouse, Marsha Blackburn, Shelley Moore Capito, and Roger Wicker for their resolution in support of National Hospital Week. We appreciate their recognition of the important work that hospitals, nurs… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:12:30Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-wy-delegation-blasts-blm-wyoming-coal-ban/ WY Delegation Blasts BLM Wyoming Coal Ban 2024-05-16 2024 2024-05 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Sens. John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis and Rep. Harriet Hageman, all R-Wyo., blasted the Bureau of Land Management’s final supplemental environmental impact statement (SEIS) and proposed amendment to its Buffalo Field Office land use plan. In the plan, the BLM bans future coal leasing in Wyoming’s Powder River Basin. This impacts 12 of Wyoming’s active coal mines and will put 48 billion short-tons of BLM-administered federal coal off limits for mining. “President Biden continues to wage war on Wyoming’s coal communities and families,” said Senator Barrasso. “This short-sighted plan will kill future coal leases in Wyoming’s Powder River Basin – the most energy-rich area in the country. This will kill jobs and could cost Wyoming hundreds of millions of dollars used to pay for public schools, roads, and other essential services in our communities. Cutting off access to our strongest resources surrenders America’s greatest economic advantages – to continue producing affordable, abundant, and reliable American energy.” “I am horrified to see the Biden administration’s latest assault on our nation’s domestic energy production,” said Senator Lummis. “Wyoming has been targeted left and right by rule after rule handed down by this administration as it works to cater to the extremists within the Democratic Party. The Cowboy State produces some of the cleanest and best coal in the world. This RMP will push our country to rely on foreign adversaries for energy needs at a time when our grid is pushed to the brim and Wyoming coal is needed now more than ever to power our nation and the world. I will work with my colleagues every step of the way to prevent this RMP from going into effect.” “Joe Biden’s war on the West continues, this time by enacting an RMP that will destroy the Wyoming coal industry,” said Representative Hageman. “This decision to eviscerate Wyoming’s coal production will impact every American’s access to affordable and reliable energy, and only benefits the despots and dicta… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:12:30Z
https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/lummis-lauds-passage-of-resolution-rolling-back-sec-overreach/ Lummis Lauds Passage of Resolution Rolling Back SEC Overreach 2024-05-16 2024 2024-05 Republican Senate WY Cynthia M. Lummis L000571 www.lummis.senate.gov lummis https://www.lummis.senate.gov/press-releases/page/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) applauded the U.S. Senate passing her Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution overturning the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) Staff Accounting Bulletin (SAB) 121. This resolution protects the foundation of essential custody services for consumers and deals a major blow to President Biden’s SEC that has become a runaway regulatory agency. “SAB 121 was a disaster from the start. The SEC should never set policy—over banks, no less, an industry they do not regulate—through a staff accounting bulletin. This is nothing more than this administration attempting to skirt the law while also eliminating critical consumer protections,” said Lummis. “This is a win for financial innovation and a clear rebuke of the way the Biden administration and Chair Gary Gensler have treated crypto assets and marks the first time both chambers of Congress have passed standalone crypto legislation. President Biden needs to take note of the bipartisan support this CRA received in both the House and Senate and sign this into law.” The resolution passed the Senate by a vote of 60 – 38. Background: On November 15, 2023, Senator Lummis, Representative Wiley Nickel (D-NC) and Representative Mike Flood (R-NE) sent a letter alongside Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and Representatives Patrick McHenry (R-NC), French Hill (R-AR) and Ritchie Torres (D-NY) to the Federal Reserve, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the Office of the Currency and the National Credit Union Administration (prudential regulators) urging them to clarify that SAB 121 is not enforceable after the Government Accountability Office (GAO) found that it is a rule for purposes of the Congressional Review Act. On February 1, 2024 Senator Lummis alongside Representatives Nickel and Flood introduced a bipartisan, bicameral Congressional Review Act resolution to overturn the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s Staff Accounting Bulletin 121. The House passed the CRA resolution last week b… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:12:30Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-demands-answers-on-biden-blocking-arms-to-israel/ Barrasso Demands Answers on Biden Blocking Arms to Israel 2024-05-15 2024 2024-05 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper “The people of Israel deserve a partner and a friend that it can trust, not one that leaves it to face terrorism and terrorists alone.” WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) questioned U.S. Department of State Under Secretary for Arms Control and International Security Bonnie D. Jenkins on President Biden’s recent move to cut off arms shipments to Israel and the administration’s lack of progress on engaging China on its nuclear expansion. Under Secretary Jenkins testified at today’s Senate Committee on Foreign Relations hearing on the Future of Arms Control and Deterrence. On President Biden Cutting Off Arms to Israel “I want to talk about cutting off arms to Israel. Israel is one of our nation’s closest allies. “On October 7th, Hamas brutally murdered men, women, and children in Israel. I’ve seen the videos. American citizens were among the individuals killed, injured, kidnapped, and held hostage. “The death and destruction of these terrorists is shocking. Hamas continues to hide in populated areas. Hamas continues to use civilians as human shields. “With the serious threats in the region, I think it’s more important than ever for Israel to quickly receive everything it needs to defend itself, to eliminate Hamas – yet the Biden administration is doing the complete opposite at this point. “Last week, President Biden announced he was cutting off shipments of ammunition and weapons to Israel. “I’m going to be clear. This is happening while one of our strongest allies in the Middle East is at war with terrorists, murderers. “The people of Israel deserve a partner and a friend that it can trust, not one that leaves it to face terrorism and terrorists alone. “The administration should be ashamed, I believe, of its actions. These are the weapons Israel needs to defeat Hamas, to defend its people against additional attacks from Iran and from its proxies. “Last week, 48 U.S. senators introduced a resolution condemning the decision by the Biden administration. “I think we must be takin… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:12:30Z
https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom-news-releases-barrasso-honors-fallen-sergeant-nevada-krinkee-of-sheridan-wyoming/ Barrasso Honors Fallen Sergeant Nevada Krinkee of Sheridan, Wyoming 2024-05-15 2024 2024-05 Republican Senate WY John Barrasso B001261 www.barrasso.senate.gov barrasso https://www.barrasso.senate.gov/newsroom/news-releases/ scraper WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) spoke on the Senate floor during National Police Week to honor the legacy of Sergeant Nevada Krinkee of the Sheridan Police Department. Sergeant Krinkee tragically died in the line of duty in Sheridan, Wyoming, on February 13, 2024. Senator Barrasso’s Remarks: “I rise today during Police Week to pay tribute to Sergeant Nevada Krinkee, member of the police force in Sheridan, Wyoming. “Sergeant Krinkee was a beloved officer in Sheridan. He was well-known for his selflessness. His colleagues would tell you he ‘always put other people first.’ “His death in February of this year in the line of duty is absolutely tragic. It shook our state. “Sergeant Krinkee is the first officer in Wyoming since 1997 – the first one this century – to die by homicide in the line of duty. “He is the first line of duty death in the history of the Sheridan Police Department. “Sergeant Krinkee made the ultimate sacrifice for the community he loved and swore to protect. He was only 33 years old. “In March, I attended his funeral in Sheridan, Wyoming. It was so large they had to move it to the community college auditorium. “What moved me was the outpouring of folks from all around the community – as well as the state, as well as the country. “They were there to honor Sergeant Krinkee, but also to support his wife, Karla, and their young daughter, Bella. “More than 1,800 people attended in the community of Sheridan, Wyoming. They flooded in from across Wyoming and from across the country. “Many of them who were there to mourn his death and honor his family had never actually met Sergeant Krinkee. “It was the largest single event in Sheridan, Wyoming in 40 years. Forty years ago, Queen Elizabeth visited Wyoming and had a similarly sized turn-out. “Law enforcement officers traveled from every corner of our state. They came from tiny towns and also from big cities across the West. “All came to pay their respects to the man and to their brother in uniform. “As police ca… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-06T18:12:30Z

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