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Washington, D.C. —  Today, Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) voted YES on the Protecting American Energy Production Act (H.R. 26) to safeguard American oil and natural gas production by preventing any president from unilaterally imposing a moratorium on hydraulic fracturing without congressional approval. 

Washington, D.C. —  Today, Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) voted YES and helped pass the HALT Fentanyl Act to permanently classify fentanyl-related substances as ‘Schedule I’ drugs under the Controlled Substances Act. This critical legislation ensures law enforcement has the tools needed to combat the growing fentanyl crisis that is devastating communities in Michigan and across America. 

Washington, D.C. — Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) today introduced his first bill in Congress, the Clear Communication for Veterans Claims Act. This legislation is designed to improve the clarity and efficiency of the Veterans Affairs (VA) claims process for veterans and their families.

Washington, D.C. — Today, President Trump signed the Laken Riley Act into law, which will require the detention and deportation of illegal immigrants arrested for violating additional laws.

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) issued the following statement after the inauguration of President Donald J. Trump as the 47th President of the United States:

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) has been selected to serve on the influential House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs for the 119th Congress.

Washington, D.C. — Today, Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) reaffirmed his commitment to public safety and protecting Michigan families by helping pass H.R. 29, the Laken Riley Act, with one of his first votes in the U.S. House of Representatives.

U.S. Representative Tom Barrett to be sworn in as a Member of the United States House of Representatives by the Speaker of the House.