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John Barrasso has taken a hardline stance on immigration, supporting measures to block illegal immigrants from obtaining driver's licenses and advocating for a national emergency at the Southern border.
John Barrasso has taken a hardline stance on immigration, supporting measures to block illegal immigrants from obtaining driver's licenses and advocating for a national emergency at the Southern border.
“Support national emergency at the Southern border. (Mar 2019)”
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Barrasso strongly supports maintaining a robust national defense and military capabilities, advocating for significant defense spending and a strong military presence.
Barrasso strongly supports maintaining a robust national defense and military capabilities, advocating for significant defense spending and a strong military presence.
“Believes in a strong national defense. (Jun 2007)”
John Barrasso has shifted to a conservative stance on abortion, supporting measures to prohibit federal funding for abortion and advocating for parental notification for minors seeking abortions. He has also sponsored legislation aimed at protecting the sanctity of life.
John Barrasso has shifted to a conservative stance on abortion, supporting measures to prohibit federal funding for abortion and advocating for parental notification for minors seeking abortions. He has also sponsored legislation aimed at protecting the sanctity of life.
“Prohibit federal funding for abortion. (May 2011)”
John Barrasso has historically opposed federal action on climate change, denying the scientific consensus on human contributions to climate change. He has voted against measures aimed at limiting carbon emissions and has been a vocal critic of climate policies proposed by previous administrations.
John Barrasso has historically opposed federal action on climate change, denying the scientific consensus on human contributions to climate change. He has voted against measures aimed at limiting carbon emissions and has been a vocal critic of climate policies proposed by previous administrations.
“Favor investment in coal and natural gas production: Strongly Opposes topic 18”
Barrasso strongly supports gun rights, advocating for national standards for concealed carry and opposing any restrictions on gun ownership. He has consistently voted against measures aimed at increasing gun control.
Barrasso strongly supports gun rights, advocating for national standards for concealed carry and opposing any restrictions on gun ownership. He has consistently voted against measures aimed at increasing gun control.
“Unrestricted right to bear arms, according to CC survey. (Jul 2018)”
John Barrasso has opposed the Affordable Care Act and has been involved in efforts to repeal it. He supports measures that limit government involvement in healthcare and has voted against expanding healthcare mandates.
John Barrasso has opposed the Affordable Care Act and has been involved in efforts to repeal it. He supports measures that limit government involvement in healthcare and has voted against expanding healthcare mandates.
“Opposed $1.9 trillion ARPA bill for COVID relief. (Mar 2021)”
Barrasso opposes higher taxes on corporations and top earners, advocating for lower taxes and limited government.
Barrasso opposes higher taxes on corporations and top earners, advocating for lower taxes and limited government.
“Believes in limited government & lower taxes. (Jun 2007)”
Barrasso has supported measures that align with stricter voter ID laws and has opposed efforts to make voter registration easier, reflecting a conservative stance on voting rights.
Barrasso has supported measures that align with stricter voter ID laws and has opposed efforts to make voter registration easier, reflecting a conservative stance on voting rights.
“Military spouses don't lose voting residency while abroad. (Favors topic 16)”
John Barrasso supports free trade agreements, including the USMCA, and has advocated for improved North American trade relations. He has a mixed record on trade issues, but generally favors reducing trade barriers.
John Barrasso supports free trade agreements, including the USMCA, and has advocated for improved North American trade relations. He has a mixed record on trade issues, but generally favors reducing trade barriers.
“Supports USMCA trade agreement to replace NAFTA. (Oct 2018)”
John Barrasso opposed the FIRST STEP Act, which aimed to reform the federal prison system, indicating a resistance to reducing criminal penalties for drug offenses and broader criminal justice reform efforts.
John Barrasso opposed the FIRST STEP Act, which aimed to reform the federal prison system, indicating a resistance to reducing criminal penalties for drug offenses and broader criminal justice reform efforts.
Barrasso has expressed opposition to stronger federal protections against discrimination, particularly in the context of LGBTQ rights, supporting traditional family values and opposing same-sex marriage.
Barrasso has expressed opposition to stronger federal protections against discrimination, particularly in the context of LGBTQ rights, supporting traditional family values and opposing same-sex marriage.
“Respect faith-based opposition to same-sex marriage. (Mar 2018)”
Barrasso has a hardline stance against drug legalization, receiving an F rating from NORML and opposing medical marijuana initiatives.
Barrasso has a hardline stance against drug legalization, receiving an F rating from NORML and opposing medical marijuana initiatives.
“Rated F by NORML: no medical marijuana. (Aug 2024)”
Position extraction pending on 9 issues: Foreign Policy, Economy & Jobs, Education, School Curriculum, Tech Regulation, Elections & Campaigns, Public Health, Religion & Public Life, Disaster Response.
Aug 6, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
“Favor investment in coal and natural gas production: Strongly Opposes topic 18”
Why: Cosponsoring a resolution to disapprove an EPA rule directly supports the stated opposition to federal climate change policies and regulation of emissions.
Aug 5, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
“Favor investment in coal and natural gas production: Strongly Opposes topic 18”
Why: Cosponsoring a resolution to disapprove an EPA rule directly supports the stated opposition to federal climate change policies and regulation of emissions.
View source →Aug 5, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
“Favor investment in coal and natural gas production: Strongly Opposes topic 18”
Why: Cosponsoring a resolution to disapprove an EPA rule on vehicle pollution standards directly supports the stated opposition to federal climate change policies.
View source →Aug 5, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
“Favor investment in coal and natural gas production: Strongly Opposes topic 18”
Why: Cosponsoring a resolution to disapprove an EPA rule that allows California to set stricter vehicle emissions standards directly supports the stated position of opposing federal climate change policies.
View source →Aug 5, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
“Favor investment in coal and natural gas production: Strongly Opposes topic 18”
Why: Cosponsoring a resolution to disapprove an EPA rule that allows California to set stricter vehicle pollution standards directly aligns with the stated opposition to federal climate change policies.
View source →Jun 11, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text: CR S2759-2766)
“Favor investment in coal and natural gas production: Strongly Opposes topic 18”
Why: Sponsoring the Let America Build Act, which likely promotes energy development and reduces regulatory burdens, aligns directly with the stated opposition to federal climate change policies.
View source →May 21, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
“Favor investment in coal and natural gas production: Strongly Opposes topic 18”
Why: Cosponsoring a bill that supports domestic oil and gas businesses directly aligns with the stated opposition to federal climate change policies and regulation of carbon emissions.
View source →Apr 28, 2026 · Congress.gov
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
“Favor investment in coal and natural gas production: Strongly Opposes topic 18”
Why: Sponsoring a bill that amends the Mineral Leasing Act to facilitate coal leases aligns with the position opposing federal climate change policies, as it supports fossil fuel development.
View source →Apr 16, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
“Prohibit federal funding for abortion. (May 2011)”
Why: Cosponsoring a bill that prohibits federal funding for abortion directly aligns with the stated opposition to legal access to abortion.
View source →Mar 25, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S292)
“Prohibit federal funding for abortion. (May 2011)”
Why: Cosponsoring the SAVE Moms and Babies Act, which aims to restrict abortion access, directly aligns with the stated opposition to legal access to abortion.
View source →Apr 30, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
“Opposed $1.9 trillion ARPA bill for COVID relief. (Mar 2021)”
Why: Cosponsoring a bill aimed at ensuring access to quality care for seniors indicates support for government involvement in healthcare, which directly contradicts the stated opposition to a larger government role.
View source →Mar 19, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
“Unrestricted right to bear arms, according to CC survey. (Jul 2018)”
Why: Cosponsoring the RIFLE Act, which likely aims to expand gun rights, directly contradicts the stated opposition to stricter firearms regulation.
View source →Mar 19, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
“Opposed $1.9 trillion ARPA bill for COVID relief. (Mar 2021)”
Why: Cosponsoring a bill that aims to protect funding for women's health care directly contradicts the stated opposition to a larger government role in health coverage.
View source →Mar 18, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
“Unrestricted right to bear arms, according to CC survey. (Jul 2018)”
Why: Cosponsoring a bill that promotes constitutional carry directly contradicts the stated opposition to stricter firearms regulation, as it seeks to expand gun rights rather than impose additional checks.
View source →Jul 30, 2026 · Congress.gov
Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Hearings held.
“Opposed $1.9 trillion ARPA bill for COVID relief. (Mar 2021)”
Why: Cosponsoring a bill aimed at expanding healthcare access for specific conditions contradicts the stated opposition to a larger government role in health coverage.
View source →Mar 25, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text: CR S1616)
“Opposed $1.9 trillion ARPA bill for COVID relief. (Mar 2021)”
Why: Sponsoring a bill aimed at improving mental health access and support suggests an expansion of government involvement in healthcare, which contradicts the stated opposition to a larger government role.
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Jul 23, 2026 · Congress.gov
Passed Senate with an amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S4425-4426; text: CR S4425-4426)
“Opposed $1.9 trillion ARPA bill for COVID relief. (Mar 2021)”
Why: The measure's content could not be determined from the provided information, making it unclear how it aligns with the stated position.
View source →Jun 15, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
“Favor investment in coal and natural gas production: Strongly Opposes topic 18”
Why: The measure's content could not be determined from the provided information, making it unclear how it aligns with the stated position.
View source →May 20, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
“Opposed $1.9 trillion ARPA bill for COVID relief. (Mar 2021)”
Why: The measure's content could not be determined from the title alone, making it unclear how it aligns with the stated position against a larger government role in health coverage.
View source →May 19, 2026 · Congress.gov
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests, and Mining. Hearings held.
“Favor investment in coal and natural gas production: Strongly Opposes topic 18”
Why: The measure's content could not be determined from the provided information, making it unclear how it relates to the stated opposition to federal climate policies.
View source →Mar 26, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
“Opposed $1.9 trillion ARPA bill for COVID relief. (Mar 2021)”
Why: The measure's content could not be determined, making it unclear how it aligns with the stated opposition to a larger government role in health coverage.
View source →Mar 19, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
“Favor investment in coal and natural gas production: Strongly Opposes topic 18”
Why: The measure's content could not be determined from the provided information, making it unclear how it aligns with the stated opposition to federal climate change policies.
View source →Mar 3, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (text: CR S764)
“Favor investment in coal and natural gas production: Strongly Opposes topic 18”
Why: The measure's content could not be determined from the provided information, making it unclear how it relates to the stated position on climate.
Aug 6, 2026 · Congress.gov
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 511.
Why: Tagged to Foreign Policy, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Jul 30, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text: CR S4390)
Why: Tagged to Economy & Jobs, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Jul 29, 2026 · Congress.gov
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
Why: Tagged to Tech Regulation, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Jul 22, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Why: Tagged to Tech Regulation, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Jul 20, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 452.
“Believes in limited government & lower taxes. (Jun 2007)”
Why: Tagged to Taxes, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Jul 16, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Why: Tagged to Foreign Policy, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Jul 14, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 401.
“Believes in limited government & lower taxes. (Jun 2007)”
Why: Tagged to Taxes, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Jun 24, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (text: CR S3206)
Why: Tagged to Economy & Jobs, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Apr 29, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S2130-2131)
Why: Tagged to Education, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Apr 16, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
“Support national emergency at the Southern border. (Mar 2019)”
Why: Tagged to Immigration, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Apr 16, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S1822-1823; text: CR S1823-1824)
“Support national emergency at the Southern border. (Mar 2019)”
Why: Tagged to Immigration, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Apr 15, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Why: Tagged to Foreign Policy, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Mar 24, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Budget. (text: CR S1582-1583)
Why: Tagged to Economy & Jobs, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Mar 12, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
“Respect faith-based opposition to same-sex marriage. (Mar 2018)”
Why: Tagged to Civil Rights, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Mar 10, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Why: Tagged to Education, but no stated position has been extracted for that issue yet — judgement deferred until more news coverage is available.
View source →Aug 6, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Jul 28, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Jul 23, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4274; text: CR S4269-4270)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Jul 16, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Jul 15, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S4337-4338)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Jul 13, 2026 · Congress.gov
Star Print ordered on the resolution.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Jun 23, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3052; text: CR S3061-3062)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Jun 1, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2480; text: CR S2478-2479)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →May 21, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 424.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →May 19, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2381; text: CR S2380)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →May 12, 2026 · Congress.gov
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 546.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →May 11, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2205; text: CR S2203)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Apr 30, 2026 · Congress.gov
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Apr 28, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2076-2077; text: CR S2086)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Mar 25, 2026 · Congress.gov
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1609; text: CR S1617-1618)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Mar 12, 2026 · Congress.gov
Held at the desk.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Mar 12, 2026 · Congress.gov
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S1050-1051)
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Mar 12, 2026 · Congress.gov
Referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Mar 11, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
View source →Mar 5, 2026 · Congress.gov
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Why: Couldn't tag this action to any of the tracked issues, so it can't be compared against a stated position.
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