WASHINGTON D.C. – Rep. Phil Roe, M.D. (R-Tenn.) released the following statement after the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced a federal grant to East Tennessee State University (ETSU) Community Health Centers: “Once again, I am very pleased to learn of another strong investment in our community health centers (CHCs) in East Tennessee. ETSU’s Community Health Centers provide services for the uninsured, low-income residents in East Tennessee. CHC’s fill a critical gap in our h... Read more

WASHINGTON D.C. – Today, Rep. Phil Roe, M.D. (R-Tenn.) released the following statement on the passing of former Mountain Home National Cemetery Director, Ms. Jeny Walker: "I am saddened to hear of the passing of someone who has brought so much peace and comfort to veterans and their families throughout our region. Jeny Walker has been a true servant and friend to our community and our nation’s veterans. During her time as Mountain Home National Cemetery Director she led significant improvements... Read more

WASHINGTON D.C. – Rep. Phil Roe, M.D. (R-Tenn.) released the following statement regarding the Special Counsel Mueller’s Report: "I am pleased the Mueller report has been completed. All Americans should be glad that the report concluded there was no collusion between the Trump campaign and Russia. After 2 years and $25 million, I am hopeful Congress can now turn its full attention to the agenda our constituents sent us to do, including growing our economy, protecting our homeland, and supporting... Read more

All Americans deserve to be compensated fairly for the work they do. Having previously helped to manage a business for over 30 years, I know from firsthand experience nothing makes you feel better than knowing an employee will be able to live comfortably and retire with peace of mind about their financial security. Washington needs to get out of the way, keep taxes low, reduce unnecessary regulations, and pave the way for economic growth and job creation. That’s why I was proud to support the Ta... Read more

WASHINGTON D.C. – Today, Rep. Phil Roe, M.D. (R-Tenn.) released the following statement after President Trump signed an Executive Order on improving free speech on campus: “I applaud President Trump for taking action to help protect and improve free speech on the campuses of our nation’s institutions of higher education. Our campuses must continue to be a place where we promote healthy debate and mutual respect for ideas. Americans are guaranteed the right to free speech by the Constitution, and... Read more

WASHINGTON D.C. – Today, Rep. Phil Roe, M.D. (R-Tenn.) released the following statement after the Federal Highway Administration announced a $10 million Emergency Relief grant for 8 congressional districts in Tennessee to assist with immediate recovery needs in the aftermath of widespread flooding that has affected portions of the state: “East Tennessee was devastated by storms and subsequent flooding last month, and I am pleased to see the Trump administration acting quickly to ensure our state... Read more

WASHINGTON D.C. – Today, Rep. Phil Roe, M.D. (R-Tenn.) Ranking Member of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs introduced the Vet Center Eligibility Expansion Act. The bill is cosponsored by Rep. Mike Levin (D-Cali.), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity, and supported by the Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States (EANGUS). "It is imperative that we do all we can to reduce the number of suicides among those who served our country," said Roe. "By allowi... Read more

(104) – H.R. 1381: Veterans' Burn Pit Registry – Passage March 05, 2019 - Takano, D-Calif., motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill that would require the Veterans Affairs Department to allow family members of eligible veterans to report the cause of death for such veterans for inclusion in the Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry. The registry allows veterans to document their exposure to open-air waste burning during their service and report health concerns. Vote: Yea (105) – S. 4... Read more

WASHINGTON D.C. – Rep. Phil Roe, M.D. (R-Tenn.) released the following statement after President Trump vetoed H.J.Res. 46, a resolution to terminate President Trump’s national emergency declaration regarding the crisis on our southern border: “President Trump is absolutely correct to veto this resolution because there is a national security and humanitarian crisis on our southern border. I am proud the President is doing everything within his power to address this crisis and not allowing partisa... Read more

WASHINGTON D.C. – Rep. Phil Roe, M.D. (R-Tenn.) released the following statement after the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced Rural Medical Services, Inc. (RMS) will receive a federal grant: “I want to congratulate RMS on receiving an award of over $2.5 million in grant money from HHS. This money will go a long way to help operate community health centers across East Tennessee. Community health centers help fill a health care gap in rural America – like the First District – ... Read more