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21st Century Solutions For Veterans
May 20, 2025
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I know firsthand that when it comes to serving those who served us, the VA must do better. Veterans deserve timely care, accurate benefits, and simple, reliable communication. That’s why I’m proud to introduce three commonsense bills that tackle waste, cut red tape, and modernize outdated systems. 

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House Unanimously Passes Barrett’s Bipartisan ASSIST Act to Help Disabled Veterans
May 19, 2025
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Washington, D.C. — Tonight, the U.S. House of Representatives unanimously passed H.R. 1364, the Automotive Support Services to Improve Safe Transportation (ASSIST) Act. This bipartisan legislation introduced by Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) and Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander (NH-02) would help disabled veterans make the vehicle modifications they need to travel safely by giving the VA greater flexibility to offer financial assistance for a wider range of necessary adaptations.
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Standing With Those Who Serve
May 17, 2025
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This National Police Week, we honor the courage, sacrifice, and service of the men and women in law enforcement. But our support cannot stop at gestures; it must be backed by action.

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Barrett Announces Reopening of Social Security Field Office in Owosso
May 14, 2025
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Washington, D.C. — Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) today announces the reopening of the Social Security Administration (SSA) field office in Owosso, Michigan, following a months-long closure that left residents of Shiawassee County without access to critical benefits and services.
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America Is Leading The Way
May 9, 2025
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The United States of America is the greatest country in the world because we are never afraid to lead by example. This week, the House proved that point by coming together and passing 9 bipartisan bills that send a clear message: America will not turn a blind eye to authoritarian aggression, forced labor, or human rights abuses around the world.

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More Bipartisan Bills Passed To Serve Veterans
May 9, 2025
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Serving veterans is one of my top priorities in Congress. This week, I was proud to help pass two bipartisan bills that take meaningful steps to achieve that goal — from protecting their health to defending them from financial abuse.

Issues: Veterans
Barrett’s Bipartisan Legislation to Help Disabled Veterans Passes Committee
May 6, 2025
Press Release
Washington, D.C. — Today, the House Veterans Affairs Committee passed H.R. 1364, the Automotive Support Services to Improve Safe Transportation (ASSIST) Act. This bipartisan legislation introduced by Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) and Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander (NH-02) would help disabled veterans make the vehicle modifications they need to travel safely by giving the VA greater flexibility to offer financial assistance for a wider range of necessary adaptations.
Issues: Veterans
Barrett Urges Social Security Administration to Reopen Owosso Field Office
May 5, 2025
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Washington, D.C. — Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) today sent a letter to Leland Dudek, Acting Commissioner of the Social Security Administration (SSA), urging the agency to reject any proposal to permanently close the Owosso field office and take immediate steps to restore in-person services for Shiawassee County residents.
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Barrett Announces 2025 Congressional Art Competition Winner: Sophia Juviler from Hartland
May 5, 2025
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Washington, D.C. — Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) is proud to announce Sophia Juviler as the winner of the 2025 Congressional Art Competition for Michigan’s 7th Congressional District.
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Expanding Veterans Access To Hearing Health
May 2, 2025
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The men and women who put on the uniform to defend our freedom earned the best health care our country has to offer. It’s critical that we do everything we can to roll out the red carpet for our veterans and ensure they have access to the care they need, no matter where they live.

Issues: Veterans