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Press ReleaseNeutral2026-05-12

Barrasso Calls on Senate to Fix America’s Costly, Complex, and Cumbersome Permitting Process

John Barrasso
John Barrasso
RWY · Senator
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This press release from Senator John Barrasso (R-WY) was published on 2026-05-12 and titled "Barrasso Calls on Senate to Fix America’s Costly, Complex, and Cumbersome Permitting Process".

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Barrasso Calls on Senate to Fix America’s Costly, Complex, and Cumbersome Permitting Process

“America is a nation of builders. We are not a nation of waiters. It’s time for America’s permitting process to get out of the way.” WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) today discussed the challenges facing American builders because of the costly, complex, and cumbersome permitting process. Senator Barrasso previewed his legislation ... Read more The post Barrasso Calls on Senate to Fix America’s Costly, Complex, and Cumbersome Permitting Process appeared first on John Barrasso .
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