Barry Moore (Alabama politician) facts for kids
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Barry Moore
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Alabama's 2nd district |
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| Assumed office January 3, 2021 |
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| Preceded by | Martha Roby |
| Member of the Alabama House of Representatives from the 91st district |
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| In office November 3, 2010 – November 7, 2018 |
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| Preceded by | Terry Spicer |
| Succeeded by | Rhett Marques |
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Felix Barry Moore
September 26, 1966 Coffee County, Alabama, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse |
Heather Hopper
(m. 1992) |
| Children | 4 |
| Education | Enterprise State Community College (AS) Auburn University (BS) |
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Barry Moore was born on September 26, 1966. He is an American politician. He currently serves as a U.S. Representative for Alabama's 2nd congressional district. He has held this role since 2021. This district includes the state capital, Montgomery.
Before becoming a U.S. Representative, Moore served in the Alabama House of Representatives. He represented the 91st district from 2010 to 2018. He first tried to become a U.S. Representative in 2018. He ran again in 2020 and won. In 2024, due to changes in district maps, he ran in a new district. He won that election too.
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About Barry Moore's Life
Growing Up and School
Barry Moore was born in 1966. He grew up on a farm in Coffee County. He went to Enterprise State Community College. Later, he studied at Auburn University. In 1992, he earned a degree in agricultural science. While at Auburn, he was also part of the Alabama National Guard.
Starting His Career
In 1998, Barry Moore started his own business. It was a company that helped with waste removal.
Serving in Alabama's Government
Moore became involved in politics in 2010. He was elected to the Alabama House of Representatives. He won against the person who held the seat before him.
Serving in the U.S. House of Representatives
How He Was Elected
First Try in 2018
In 2018, Moore ran for the U.S. House of Representatives. He wanted to represent Alabama's 2nd congressional district. He came in third place in the Republican primary election.
Winning in 2020
Moore ran for the same seat again in 2020. The person who held the seat before decided not to run again. Moore won the Republican primary election. He then won the main election against Phyllis Harvey-Hall. He received about 65% of the votes.
Re-election in 2022
Moore ran for re-election in 2022. He did not have any opponents in the Republican primary. He won the main election again against Phyllis Harvey-Hall. He was re-elected for his second term with about 69% of the votes.
Election in 2024
In 2024, the election districts in Alabama changed. This meant Moore was now in Alabama's 1st congressional district. He ran against another current representative, Jerry Carl. Moore won the Republican primary election by a small number of votes.
What He Does in Congress
As a U.S. Representative, Barry Moore votes on important laws. He represents the people of his district.
In January 2021, he voted against confirming the 2020 U.S. presidential election results. He was one of many lawmakers who voted this way.
In February 2021, Moore voted against a plan called the American Rescue Plan. He called it a "blue state bailout." He also supported a bill to stop funding for states that had pandemic stay-at-home orders.
In March 2021, he voted against a measure that condemned a military takeover in Myanmar.
In June 2021, Moore voted against giving a special medal to police officers. These officers had protected the U.S. Capitol on January 6.
He also voted to end a military authorization for Iraq. This authorization was from 2002.
In July 2021, Moore voted against a bill to help Afghan allies. This bill would have given more special visas to them. Later, he said the U.S. leaving Afghanistan was a "painful betrayal."
In February 2023, Moore introduced a bill. It suggested making the AR-15-style rifle the National Gun of the United States.
Committees He Serves On
Barry Moore works on several important committees in Congress:
- Committee on Agriculture
- Subcommittee on Forestry
- Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit
- Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry
- Committee on the Judiciary
- Subcommittee on Crime and Federal Government Surveillance
- Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement
Groups He Belongs To
Moore is a member of these groups in Congress:
- Freedom Caucus
- Congressional Coalition on Adoption
His Views on Money Matters
Moore voted against the Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023. This bill was about how the government spends money. He was one of three members from Alabama to vote against it.
Personal Life
Barry Moore married Heather Hopper in 1992. They have four children together. The Moore family attends Hillcrest Baptist Church. This church is in Enterprise, Alabama.
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Barry Moore's signature.
See also
In Spanish: Barry Moore para niños
