Press Releases
Dec 30, 2013
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Congressman stood up for Southern Arizonans and recovered more than $7.5 million for constituents
TUCSON – U.S. Rep. Ron Barber today released his “2013 Year in Review” report – a comprehensive look back at the congressman’s work in Washington and in Southern Arizona on behalf of those he represents.
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Dec 27, 2013
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Congressman took leadership role in support of legislation that includes prohibition on retiring A-10s
TUCSON – U.S. Rep. Ron Barber today welcomed the president’s approval of comprehensive defense legislation that includes language he pushed for to protect the A-10 from being retired.
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Dec 20, 2013
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Congressman says progress has been made on border security ‘but we still have a long way to go’
TUCSON – U.S. Rep. Ron Barber today invited the new secretary of the Department of Homeland Security to come to Southern Arizona and tour an area of the border that is plagued by drug smuggling and illegal crossings.
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Dec 19, 2013
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Congressman works to overturn provision in bipartisan budget agreement
WASHINGTON – U.S. Rep. Ron Barber took action today to prevent a reduction in the benefits of future military retirees – reversing a cut that was included in the bipartisan budget agreement approved by Congress.
Dec 18, 2013
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Congressman also will speak at opening of Vision House, at solar installation at airport and deliver holiday cards to veterans
TUCSON – U.S. Rep. Ron Barber will address members of the Green Valley Council tomorrow and also speak at the opening of an innovative home that generates more energy than it uses.
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Dec 18, 2013
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Congressman cosponsors legislation that will provide retroactive coverage for those affected by website woes
WASHINGTON – U.S. Rep. Ron Barber is an original cosponsor of legislation to ensure that people who have been unable to sign up for health insurance because of website problems will not have to go without insurance at the beginning of 2014.
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Dec 17, 2013
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Six health care centers to receive nearly $1.4 million to expand face-to-face assistance
WASHINGTON – U.S. Rep. Ron Barber welcomed an announcement that six health care centers in Southern Arizona have been awarded nearly $1.4 million in federal grants to help people enroll for health insurance.
Dec 13, 2013
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WASHINGTON – U.S. Rep. Ron Barber today issued the following statement on tomorrow’s one-year anniversary of the shootings at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn.
Dec 13, 2013
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Congressman says FAMILY Act will provide all employees with access to paid family and medical leave when they need it most
WASHINGTON – U.S. Rep. Ron Barber is cosponsoring legislation that would establish a national paid family and medical leave insurance program to provide working families the support they need to care for themselves and their families.
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Dec 12, 2013
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Congressman supports agreement that reduces sequester cuts and likelihood of another shutdown
WASHINGTON – U.S. Rep. Ron Barber made the following statement after joining his colleagues in the House today to pass a two-year bipartisan budget deal that replaces sequester cuts and reduces the likelihood of another government shutdown next year.
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Dec 12, 2013
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Congressman stood today in support of legislation that includes prohibition on retiring A-10s
WASHINGTON – U.S. Rep. Ron Barber today called on his colleagues to support comprehensive defense legislation that includes language he pushed for to protect the A-10 from being retired.
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Dec 11, 2013
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Event at Capitol will give members of Congress and their staffs tools to help a person in need get assistance
WASHINGTON – U.S. Rep. Ron Barber will join several of his colleagues tomorrow in hosting a Capitol Hill session in which members of Congress and their staffs will be taught how to recognize the signs of mental illness.
Dec 11, 2013
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Congressman says taxpayers should not be underwriting his premiums
WASHINGTON – U.S. Rep. Ron Barber today said he will donate to charity the full federal subsidy that he would receive next year for his health insurance.
Dec 10, 2013
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Congressman is a national leader in efforts to increase access to mental health services and treatment
WASHINGTON – U.S. Rep. Ron Barber, a national leader in the effort to increase mental health service and treatment, today applauded an announcement of expanded funding for people living with mental illness.
Dec 6, 2013
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Congressman also will speak at hearing on trade with Mexico during busy four days in Southern Arizona
TUCSON – U.S. Rep. Ron Barber today began a busy four-day period in Southern Arizona during which he will present a Bronze Star posthumously and honor airmen from Davis-Monthan Air Force Base who came to the rescue of motorists trapped in a horrific multi-vehicle accident.
Dec 5, 2013
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WASHINGTON-US Rep. Ron Barber today issued a statement on the passing of former South African President Nelson Mandela
Dec 5, 2013
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Congressman will be at Wright Elementary School on Friday
TUCSON – U.S. Rep. Ron Barber will visit a local elementary school on Friday and join with students in making cards that the congressman’s office is collecting for distribution to troops and veterans.
Dec 4, 2013
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Congressman highlights needs of small businesses, calls on IRS for quick and clear answers
WASHINGTON – U.S. Rep. Ron Barber today participated in a House Committee on Small Business Hearing examining the needs of businesses for quick and clear responses to implementation of the Affordable Care Act.
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