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John Barrasso
Politicians/John Barrasso
John Barrasso (R)
Senate Majority Whip (WY)
About John Barrasso

U.S. Senator John Barrasso, M.D.

Wyoming’s U.S. Senator John Barrasso has a long and recognized career in both medicine and public service.

He serves on committees that directly impact Wyoming’s economy, energy interests, public lands, national parks, and trade.

He serves as the Senate Majority Whip, the number two position in Senate Republican leadership.

Senator Barrasso lives in Casper.

Senator John Barrasso was sworn in to the United States Senate in 2007 having represented the people of Natrona County in the Wyoming State Senate from 2003-2007. In November 2024, Barrasso was reelected to the U.S. Senate with more than 75% of the vote.

He serves on committees that directly impact Wyoming’s economy, energy interests, public lands, national parks and trade. He serves as the Senate Republican whip, the number two position in Senate Republican leadership.

Senator Barrasso is known by many as Wyoming’s Doctor. During his 24 years as an orthopedic surgeon, Barrasso served as President of the Wyoming Medical Society and was named Wyoming Physician of the Year.

Senator Barrasso lives in Casper. He and his late wife, Bobbi, have three children.

Sourced verbatim from barrasso.senate.gov
Role Summary

The party whip is responsible for counting votes, ensuring party discipline, and rallying members to support or oppose key legislation. The whip serves as a critical link between party leadership and rank-and-file members, gathering intelligence on how members plan to vote and persuading them to follow the party line on important bills.

Quick Facts
Party
Republican
Votes with party
100% · avg 97%
Age
74
Religion
Prebyterian
Birthplace
Reading, PA
Residence
Casper, WY
Born
July 21, 1952
Family
Wife: Bobbi; 3 Children: Peter, Emma, Hadley
Contact
307-672-6456Contact Formwww.barrasso.senate.gov/public
Election Info
DistrictSenior Seat, WY
Current Term06/25/2007 — Present
First Elected06/22/2007
Last Elected11/05/2024
Next Senator Election2026
Education
BS
Georgetown University
1974
MD
Georgetown University
1978
Political Career6
Minority Policy Committee Chair
United States Senate
2015
Majority Policy Committee Chair
United States Senate
2015-2019
Senator
Wyoming State Senate
2002-2006
Senator
United States Senate, Wyoming
2007-present
Chair
Republican Conference, United States Senate
2019-2025
Majority Whip
United States Senate
2025-present
Professional Background4
Orthopedic Surgeon
Casper Orthopedic Associates
1983-2007
Chief of Staff
Wyoming Medical Center
Former Resident
Yale Medical School
Medical Director
Wyoming Health Fairs
Organizations7
Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telethon
Local Host
Board of Directors, A Presidential Classroom for Young Americans
Member
Council on Ethics and Judicial Affairs, American Medical Association
Member
Wyoming Medical Society
Former President
National Association of Physician Broadcasters
President
1988-1989
Wyoming State Fair Association
Surgeon
Wyoming Rodeo Association
Surgeon
Committees14
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources
Committee on Finance
Committee on Foreign Relations
Subcommittee on Africa and Global Health Policy
Subcommittee on Employment and Workplace Safety
Subcommittee on Energy
Subcommittee on Energy, Natural Resources, and Infrastructure
Subcommittee on Europe and Regional Security Cooperation
Subcommittee on Health Care
Subcommittee on Multilateral International Development, Multilateral Institutions, and International Economic, Energy, and Environmental Policy
Subcommittee on National Parks
Subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests, and Mining
Subcommittee on State Department and USAID Management, International Operations, and Bilateral International Development
Subcommittee on Taxation and IRS Oversight
Recent votes5
S 4668Protect College Sports Act of 2026Voted YesHR 3633Digital Asset Market Clarity Act (CLARITY Act)Voted YesHR 6500Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027Voted YesHR 5334Supporting Early-childhood Educators' Deductions (SEED) Act of 2025Voted YesS J Res 187A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Modification to the Start of the Submission Period for Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Reporting and Recordkeeping Under TSCA 8(a)(7)"Voted No
Quick Facts
Party
Republican
Votes with party
100% · avg 97%
Age
74
Religion
Prebyterian
Birthplace
Reading, PA
Residence
Casper, WY
Born
July 21, 1952
Family
Wife: Bobbi; 3 Children: Peter, Emma, Hadley
Contact
307-672-6456Contact Formwww.barrasso.senate.gov/public