WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Rep. Phil Roe, M.D. (R-TN) and House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) introduced the School-Based Asthma Management Program Act, which would help ensure that students with asthma have assistance at school with managing their chronic disease and can excel in an asthma-friendly environment. “I’m glad to introduce this important bill with my friend and colleague, Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer,” said Congressman Roe. “According to the Centers for Disease Control and Preventi... Read more

Did you know that nearly 7 million schoolchildren across the U.S. have asthma? According to the National Asthma Education and Prevention Program, students miss 14 million days of school every year because of asthma. As a grandfather, physician and a member of the House Education and Workforce Committee, I find this statistic staggering. I believe it is my duty to ensure that school staff and administrators have the tools and training necessary to assist students who have asthma so they can recei... Read more

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Phil Roe, M.D. (R-TN) released the following statement after the House passed his bill to rename the Community-Based Outpatient Clinic in Sevier County after East Tennessee Army veteran Specialist 4 Dannie Arthur Carr: "One of my highest priorities in Congress is fighting for veterans. Whether it’s helping them claim their benefits or ensuring our heroes receive the recognition they deserve, I will continue to be a tireless advocate for our veterans. I’m glad this ... Read more

(103) - HR 136: Camp Pendleton Medal of Honor Post Office – Passage March 01, 2016 - Russell, R-Okla., motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill that would designate a post office in Camp Pendleton, Calif., as the "Camp Pendleton Medal of Honor Post Office." Motion agreed to 381-0 Vote: Yea (104) - HR 3735: Maya Angelou Memorial Post Office – Passage March 01, 2016 - Russell, R-Okla., motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill that would designate a post office in Winston Salem, N.C., as ... Read more

Tuesday, March 15th from 6:15 p.m.- 7:15 p.m. WASHINGTON, DC – Rep. Phil Roe, M.D. (R-TN) announced he will conduct a telephone town hall for constituents in the First District on Tuesday, March 15, 2016 from 6:15 p.m. until 7:15 p.m. ET During this telephone town hall, listeners will be able to ask questions directly to Congressman Roe. Constituents wishing to participate in the tele-town hall should call the following number on Tuesday at 6:15 p.m., or any time during the hour: 1-877-229-8493,... Read more

In my column last week, I highlighted some of the reasons our country has amassed a national debt totaling more than $19 trillion. This week, I want to discuss some ideas and policies I believe we can and should implement to cut spending, grow our economy and get our country back on track. As I covered in my last piece, our debt is the result of lawmakers from both parties – Republicans and Democrats – recklessly and irresponsibly spending your tax dollars. That’s why I’m proud to support H.J.Re... Read more

I want to begin this week’s column by noting my thoughts and prayers continue to be with the family, friends, colleagues and loved ones of Justice Antonin Scalia. I had the honor of meeting Justice Scalia on more than one occasion, and I always found him to be respectful and thoughtful. Our country has lost a great constitutional conservative, and Justice Scalia’s death will have a huge impact on the future of our nation. As we are in the midst of a presidential campaign, I believe the Senate sh... Read more

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Phil Roe, M.D. (R-TN) introduced the Tennessee Wilderness Act. Roe released the following statement on the bill: "As an avid outdoorsman, I strongly believe we must protect the beautiful lands we’re fortunate to have in East Tennessee. Though these particular lands have been treated as wilderness for more than a decade, it’s important to officially protect them. I believe it’s also important that we continue to allow permit holders the ability to hunt and fish on t... Read more

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Rep. Phil Roe, M.D. (R-TN) announced he will hold a town hall meeting for constituents in the First District on Monday, February 22, 2016 from 5:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. in Rogersville at the Hawkins County Education Center. This event is free, open to the public and no tickets are required to attend. WHAT: Roe To Hold Town Hall Meeting WHEN: Monday, February 22, 2016 TIME: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. WHERE: Hawkins County Education Center 1722 East Main Street Rogersville, TN Read more

President Obama unveiled his proposed $4.1 trillion budget for fiscal year 2017 this week, and it’s clearer than ever the president’s priorities don’t align with those of the American people. His proposal increases spending by more than $2 trillion, never balances and raises taxes by $3.4 trillion over the next 10 years. President Obama said that this budget is about looking to the future, but the only thing that would move forward under this proposal is the skyrocketing debt owed by future gene... Read more