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May 2013
- May 23, 2013E-News Poll Results: Jail time for IRS scandal?
- May 23, 2013House Approves Bipartisan Bill to Build the Landmark Keystone XL Pipeline
- May 17, 2013Barton on repealing ObamaCare: “It represents the will of the people”
- May 17, 2013Rep. Barton praying for storm victims
- May 16, 2013Lawmakers express concern that Google Glass provides a window into people’s privacy
- May 14, 2013Rep. Barton and Colleagues praise FirstNet; ask for future cooperation with Texas
- May 14, 2013Committee Launches Probe Following Reports of HHS Soliciting Donations from Companies it Regulates
- May 13, 2013Barton on IRS Scandal: “A simple apology won’t fix an attack on people’s constitutional rights.”
- May 13, 2013Barton on Abortionist Murder Trial: “This case proves just how brutal abortion is”
- May 09, 2013In Wake of Gosnell Trial, Rep. Barton and Committee Leaders Examine How States Monitor and Regulate Abortion Clinics and Protect Women’s Health
- May 08, 2013Benghazi Attack: Rep. Barton demands answers after Whistleblower’s emotional testimony
- May 07, 2013Rep. Barton supports export of American natural gas
- May 03, 2013E-News Poll Results: Pathway to citizenship for illegal immigrants?
- April 25, 2013Barton: Opening of Bush Presidential Library a tribute to a leader and a friend
- April 24, 2013Rep. Barton and Colleagues invite gun manufacturers to relocate to Texas
- April 19, 2013North Texas U.S. Service Academies Forum April 20th
- April 19, 2013Barton Sends Thoughts and Prayers to People of West
- April 19, 2013Rep. Barton, others offer Americans an opportunity to #AskSebelius questions during hearing
- April 19, 2013Barton votes for Cyber Security Bill
- April 17, 2013U.S. Chamber Honors Rep. Barton with Spirit of Enterprise Award
- April 10, 2013Barton: President’s budget doesn’t offer “serious solutions”
- April 08, 2013E-News Poll Results: Future of Gun Laws
- April 01, 2013Gov. Perry, Rep. Barton, Sen. Cornyn, Sen. Cruz: Texas Stands Firm Against Medicaid Expansion
- March 22, 2013Rep. Barton Fights to Keep DFW Area Control Towers Open
- March 20, 2013TOWN HALLS: Listening to you at Home, Working for you in Washington
- March 20, 2013E-News Poll Results: Balancing the federal budget
- March 15, 2013Barton urges President Obama not to sign UN Arms Trade Treaty
- March 14, 2013Town Hall Meetings announced: Let your voice be heard!
- March 13, 2013Barton, Scalise lead effort opposing job-killing carbon tax
- March 11, 2013E-News Poll Results: Reducing the federal budget deficit
- March 05, 2013More of the same: Rep. Barton not confident anything will change under new EPA leadership
- February 26, 2013E-News Poll Results: Cutting Federal Spending, 2nd Amendment rights most important issues facing US
- February 15, 2013Navarro County businessman appears before Congress; urges pro-growth policies
- February 15, 2013Local Leader of Meals on Wheels Association Appears Before Congress
- February 13, 2013State of the Union: Rep. Barton says Obama chose to be Political - not Presidential
- February 04, 2013E-News Poll Results: Majority support armed staff or security in schools
- February 04, 2013Lawmakers support FTC ideas to better protect privacy, build trust in mobile marketplace
- February 01, 2013Busted: Rep. Barton supports FTC settlement against app operator accused of privacy violations
- January 23, 2013Rep. Barton calls ‘No Budget, No Pay Act’ a good first step toward a balanced budget
- January 23, 2013Getting to Work: Rep. Barton applauds quick action on energy and public health bills
- January 16, 2013Rep. Barton reacts to President’s gun proposal, vows to protect your Second Amendment rights
- January 04, 2013Rep. Barton Votes No on Fiscal Cliff Deal
- November 30, 2012Rep. Barton sends his holiday well-wishes to members of the Armed Forces overseas
- November 20, 2012Rep. Barton supports Israel and its battle against terrorists in Gaza
- November 19, 2012Barton urges President not to sign UN Arms Trade Treaty
- November 14, 2012Barton calls meningitis outbreak “an absolute tragedy,” criticizes lack of regulator response
- November 07, 2012Tickets for Presidential Inauguration 2013
- November 05, 2012Barton demands answers from President Obama about deadly terrorist attack in Libya
- October 25, 2012E-News Poll: Large majority supports tapping nation’s resources to fight gas prices
- October 19, 2012Rep. Barton recieves tax fighter award
- October 19, 2012Grassroots group honors Rep. Barton for commitment to protect gun rights
- October 15, 2012Texas Members of Congress ask for action to fight deadly disease
- September 27, 2012E-News Poll: 84% favor SMALLER government over more federal intervention
- September 26, 2012Barton “dumbfounded” by companies using rented computers to spy on customers
- September 24, 2012Hospice meeting educational for Congressman
- September 21, 2012Rep. Barton named “Taxpayer Hero” by watchdog group
- September 21, 2012Barton applauds MD Anderson’s historic Moon Shots Program
- September 19, 2012Rep. Joe Barton Honored as Guardian of Small Business by NFIB
- September 14, 2012Column: Hearing from the 6th District
- September 14, 2012Barton calls for better oversight, tighter rules on pay for “federal special consultants”
- September 12, 2012Barton condemns overseas attacks as an “act of terror,” says killers should be “held accountable”
- September 11, 2012Never Forget: Rep. Barton reflects on the 11th Anniversary of the 9/11 Attacks
- August 22, 2012Barton, Markey: Online Viral Marketing Practices Aimed at Kids Highlights Need for Legislation to Update COPPA
- August 21, 2012Barton applauds court decision blocking costly EPA power rule
- August 14, 2012Energy and Commerce Members Welcome Court’s Decision Curbing EPA’s Overreach
- August 08, 2012Listening to YOU: Rep. Barton announces Town Hall Meetings
- August 06, 2012E-News Poll: 72% believe tax cuts should be extended for ALL Americans
- August 01, 2012Barton calls FTC’s proposed rule changes an important step toward protecting kids online
- July 30, 2012Going for the Gold: 6th District ties to the Olympics
- July 26, 2012Barton, Stearns Release Bill to Rein in Salaries of “Federal Consultants”
- July 25, 2012"What do they have to hide?" Rep. Barton votes for Audit the Fed bill
- July 18, 2012Barton, Markey: Questions Still Remain About Facebook Commitment to Protecting Younger Children Online
- July 11, 2012Repealing ObamaCare: Americans deserve "choices," not government "mandates"
- June 29, 2012Barton on Holder: “He is in contempt of the people and their right to know”
- June 28, 2012Barton “shocked, disappointed” by ObamaCare decision, vows to repeal law
- June 25, 2012Column: Building a Better Future for Our Nation’s Heroes
- June 22, 2012More Local Students Honored with U.S. Service Academy Appointments
- June 19, 2012Barton, Markey Call on International Internet Organization to Define ‘Do Not Track’ To Include Both Collection and Use of Personal Data
- June 07, 2012Rep. Barton receives first ever medical privacy award
- June 06, 2012 THE HILL: Offering a step-by-step Republican alternative to President Obama’s healthcare reform law
- June 06, 2012Barton, Markey to Facebook: Do You Plan to Collect Children’s Personal Information?
- May 25, 2012This Memorial Day, Honor Our Past and Those Who Will Defend Us in the Future
- May 24, 2012Tailoring Twitter: Barton, Stearns applaud company’s support of “Do Not Track," ask questions about new service
- May 17, 2012Rep. Barton sits down with Tea Party leaders to discuss “The More Perfect Union”
- May 15, 2012E-News Poll: 74% believe ObamaCare will hurt quality of healthcare
- May 07, 2012Increasing Care for Kids, Cutting Waste
- April 26, 2012Protecting Privacy: Rep. Barton says Cyber Security bill goes against Constitution
- April 25, 2012Tax Freedom Day!
- April 19, 2012Rep. Barton, Committee Leaders Concerned New EPA Rule Will Stifle American Energy Production
- April 13, 2012Local Students Honored with U.S. Service Academy Appointments
- April 03, 2012Rep. Barton prays for victims, vows to help with recovery
- March 29, 2012Stop the Shell Game: Rep. Barton supports five year plan to balance budget
- March 26, 2012Rep. Barton Column - “Home is where the Heart is”
- March 26, 2012Nation’s Capitol gets treated to Texas style Czech culture
- March 23, 2012Bipartisan Privacy Caucus Briefing Pushes for Passage of Children’s Online Privacy Legislation
- March 23, 2012Rep. Barton urges DOE to stop “risking billions of taxpayer dollars on unproven sources of energy”
- March 23, 2012Latest News
- March 22, 2012Dead Before Birth: Rep. Barton applauds repeal of controversial IPAB
- March 08, 2012Rep. Barton urges DOE to stop “risking billions of taxpayer dollars on unproven sources of energy”
- March 07, 2012Bipartisan Privacy Caucus Briefing Pushes for Passage of Children’s Online Privacy Legislation
- February 17, 2012Shooting Straight: Rep. Barton urges Congress to stop writing IOU’s to Social Security
- February 16, 2012Rep. Barton Op-Ed: President’s budget like a broken record
- February 15, 2012Rep. Barton calls out FDA for uncertainty & lack of clarity in product review process
- February 10, 2012Rep. Barton Op-Ed: Pro-Choice*, unless you are Pro-Life
- January 31, 2012Familiar Face: Privacy Caucus Urges Further Exploration of Facial Recognition Technology
- January 25, 2012Words vs. Actions: Rep. Barton reacts to President’s State of the Union Address
- January 24, 2012Protecting the Unborn: Rep. Barton speaks to thousands at March for Life
- January 18, 2012Shovel ready jobs buried by Obama Administration’s decision on pipeline
