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Barrasso criticizes Biden-Harris decision on Rock Springs Resource Management Plan

U.S. Senator John Barrasso of Wyoming, who serves as the ranking member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, has expressed his disapproval following the Biden-Harris administration's release of its record of decision for the Rock...

By Central Wyoming News | Dec 20, 2024

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Senate passes key public lands bills including Barrasso's Wyoming initiative

The Senate has unanimously passed the Wyoming Public Lands Initiative (WPLI) Act of 2023, along with other significant public lands legislation.

By Central Wyoming News | Dec 20, 2024

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Senate passes EXPLORE Act aimed at boosting outdoor recreation

By Central Wyoming News | Dec 19, 2024

The U.S. Senate has passed the EXPLORE Act, a significant piece of legislation aimed at promoting outdoor recreation across the nation.

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Senators criticize DOE's LNG export study

By Central Wyoming News | Dec 18, 2024

U.S. Senators John Barrasso and Bill Cassidy have expressed strong criticism of a recent study conducted by the U.S. Department of Energy regarding liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports.

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Inspector general urges suspension of DoE loan program over conflict concerns

By Central Wyoming News | Dec 18, 2024

U.S. Senator John Barrasso, a Republican from Wyoming and the ranking member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, has issued a statement regarding the Inspector General's interim findings on potential conflicts of interest...

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Harriet Hageman criticizes Biden administration and advocates for Wyoming interests

By Central Wyoming News | Dec 12, 2024

U.S Congresswoman Harriet Hageman took to social media on December 11-12 to voice concerns over federal transparency under President Biden's administration while celebrating local legislative successes and questioning priorities within Veterans...

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Harriet Hageman questions Biden Administration's transparency in recent tweets

By Central Wyoming News | Dec 11, 2024

In recent social media posts dated December 9 and December 11, 2024, Rep. Harriet Hageman addresses key issues including governmental transparency under the Biden Administration and FBI leadership changes following Director Wray's resignation.

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Harriet Hageman addresses key legislative issues in recent statements

By Central Wyoming News | Dec 9, 2024

Rep. Harriet Hageman discusses significant issues through tweets dated December 8 and December 9, including regulatory burdens under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), national debt increases under the Biden-Harris administration's leadership...

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Barrasso criticizes Buffalo Resource Management Plan

By Central Wyoming News | Nov 27, 2024

Today, Senator John Barrasso, a ranking member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, addressed the final Buffalo Resource Management Plan released by the Bureau of Land Management.

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Harriet Hageman discusses policy roles and gender issues

By Central Wyoming News | Nov 20, 2024

U.S. Congresswoman Harriet Hageman recently made statements about her role in policy-making committees and addressed women's rights issues alongside thanking Speaker Johnson for his decisions regarding women's privacy.

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Senate advances key western state legislation focusing on forestry and ranching

By Central Wyoming News | Nov 19, 2024

Today, U.S. Senator John Barrasso, a Republican from Wyoming and ranking member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, spoke at a committee business meeting in Washington, D.C., where several pieces of legislation were considered.

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Senator Barrasso supports Chris Wright's nomination for Secretary of Energy

By Central Wyoming News | Nov 16, 2024

U.S. Senator John Barrasso has expressed his support for the nomination of Chris Wright as Secretary of Energy.

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Senator Barrasso supports Doug Burgum's nomination as Secretary of the Interior

By Central Wyoming News | Nov 14, 2024

U.S. Senator John Barrasso has issued a statement regarding the nomination of Governor Doug Burgum for the position of Secretary of the Interior.

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Senator Barrasso criticizes Biden-Harris resource management plan

By Central Wyoming News | Oct 23, 2024

U.S. Senator John Barrasso of Wyoming has voiced his disapproval of the Biden-Harris administration's Rock Springs Resource Management Plan (RMP), as put forth by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). In a statement, Barrasso emphasized the significance of federal lands to Wyoming's economy and community welfare. He stressed the necessity for access to resources such as oil, natural gas, trona, and other minerals in the state.

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Senator Barrasso criticizes Biden-Harris administration over oil lease sale

By Central Wyoming News | Sep 24, 2024

U.S. Senator John Barrasso has criticized the Biden-Harris administration ahead of the Department of the Interior’s (DOI) oil and natural gas lease sale scheduled for September 25, 2024, in Wyoming. The DOI is offering a historically low number of acres for lease at this sale.

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Senators introduce bipartisan bill addressing workforce challenges at national parks

By Central Wyoming News | Sep 19, 2024

WASHINGTON, DC—Today, U.S. Senator John Barrasso, ranking member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (ENR), and Senators King and Daines, chairman and ranking member of the Subcommittee on National Parks respectively, introduced S. 5125, the Land Manager Housing and Workforce Improvement Act to address housing and workforce challenges impacting the National Park Service, the U.S. Forest Service, and other land management agencies.

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Senator Barrasso discusses advancements and challenges in nuclear fusion technology

By Central Wyoming News | Sep 19, 2024

Senator John Barrasso delivered an opening statement on nuclear fusion technology, highlighting recent advancements and the potential of this energy source. Barrasso emphasized the significance of nuclear fusion, describing it as "a process of combining two elements, such as hydrogen, to create a heavier element and generate energy." He noted that this atomic reaction powers the sun and could offer unlimited, emission-free energy if harnessed on Earth.

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Federal court halts BLM methane rule; Senator Barrasso responds

By Central Wyoming News | Sep 13, 2024

U.S. Senator John Barrasso (R-WY), ranking member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, has expressed approval for a federal district court's preliminary injunction on the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) methane rule. This decision halts the implementation of the rule issued by the Biden-Harris administration earlier this year until a final ruling is made.

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Senator Barrasso urges stronger protections against China's influence on U.S. research

By Central Wyoming News | Sep 12, 2024

Senator Barrasso emphasized the critical importance of protecting U.S. research and technology from foreign adversaries, particularly China, during a recent hearing. He expressed concern that the Department of Energy (DOE) is not taking adequate measures to safeguard its advancements in fields such as artificial intelligence and quantum computing.

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Senators submit amicus brief urging limits on NEPA reviews

By Central Wyoming News | Sep 5, 2024

On September 4, Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (ENR) ranking member John Barrasso (R-WY) led an amicus brief to the U.S. Supreme Court regarding the scope of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The Court will decide whether federal agencies must analyze environmental impacts that are beyond the bounds of an agency’s regulatory authority. The Senators’ brief argues that agencies are not required to consider such impacts.