Tucson Couple Is Married After Rep. Barber’s Office Cuts International Red Tape
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"Without his help, I'm pretty sure she still would be back in
Barber's constituent services staff in
Since Barber took office in
"I work hard to ensure that the people I represent have a place to turn when they have problems dealing with the federal government," Barber said. "My office and I are here to serve the people of
In 2011, Larsen was working as a cook in
They immediately applied to the
In mid-2012, with the couple still in
Barber's office contacted the U.S. embassy in
Three days later, they were married. (A photo from the Larsens' wedding is attached.) They now are operating a wholesale gem business, selling gems from
This is the third wedding
The names of those who ask Barber's office for assistance as well as the details of their issues are confidential. But the Larsens gave permission for their name and story to be used to illustrate the type of assistance available to Southern Arizonans though Barber's office.
Since Barber took office in
Requests for help come from veterans and active-duty military, seniors with issues related to
Barber has also assigned a constituent services representative to handle requests for assistance from people trying to obtain health insurance through the Affordable Care Act.
Some issues can be resolved relatively quickly. But others, depending on the complexity of the issue and the agencies involved, can take months or even years.
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