WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Phil Roe, M.D. (R-TN) was elected by the Republican Steering Committee to serve as chairman of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee for the 115th Congress, succeeding Jeff Miller (R-FL), who is retiring at the end of the 114th Congress. Roe released the following statement: “I am extremely honored and humbled to be given this opportunity. During my time in Congress, veterans’ issues have been a top priority for me, and this is not a responsibility I will take ligh... Read more

(594) - H Res 933: Additional Committee Funding - Previous Question December 01, 2016 - Harper, R-Miss., motion to order the previous question (thus ending debate and the possibility of amendment) on the resolution that would allow the House Energy and Commerce Committee to spend an additional $800,000 during the remainder of the 114th Congress. Motion agreed to 235-177. Vote: Yea (595) - H Res 933: Additional Committee Funding – Passage December 01, 2016 - Adoption of the resolution that would ... Read more

On Monday evening, the Gatlinburg community was hit hard by wildfires that spread from the Great Smoky Mountain National Parks into downtown Gatlinburg. The devastating fires burned more than 15,000 acres of Sevier County, and, as of Wednesday afternoon, claimed the lives of at least seven Tennesseans. Hundreds of people lost their homes, businesses, and livelihoods. On Tuesday afternoon I joined Governor Haslam, Superintendent Cash, Mayor Waters, Mayor Werner, City Manager Ogle, State Represen... Read more

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Phil Roe, M.D. (R-TN) released the following on the wildfires in Sevier County: “My thoughts and prayers continue to be with Sevier Countians. I thank the firefighters and first responders who worked throughout the night to evacuate residents to safety and are doing everything they can to stop these fires from spreading. This is a horrible tragedy, and I have been in touch with local officials. I am available to assist constituents and local officials in any way I ... Read more

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Phil Roe, M.D. (R-TN) released the following statement after President-elect Trump’s transition team announced Rep. Tom Price, M.D. (R-GA) would serve as HHS Secretary in the Trump administration: “President-elect Trump couldn't have picked a better, more qualified HHS Secretary than Tom Price. Tom is a dear friend, and I know he'll address the challenges ahead by taking a patient-centered approach. I'm thrilled he'll be leading the administration's efforts to repe... Read more

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Rep. Phil Roe, M.D. (R-TN) announced he will conduct a telephone town hall for constituents in the First District on Monday, December 5, 2016 from 5:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. EST 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 Monday at 5:00 p.m., or any time during the hour: 1-877-229-8493, ID Code: 19641 *Please note: this wil... Read more

Thanksgiving is a special time for Americans to give thanks for the blessings in our lives. We have much to be thankful for. Each and every holiday I pause to reflect on the sacrifices of the brave men and women who often spend special occasions away from their families because they are working to protect the freedoms we hold dear. I say a prayer for all our servicemembers and their families, especially those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. Last year, I had the great privilege of spending ... Read more

JOHNSON CITY, TENN. - Rep. Phil Roe, M.D. (R-Tenn.) released the following statement after U.S. District Judge Amos Mazzant of Texas blocked the Department of Labor's overtime rule: "While we all want to see the wages of hardworking Americans rise, the Department of Labor's proposed overtime rule would have wreaked havoc on our nation's workforce and higher education system. This ruling is a win for American workers, students and job creators. This misguided regulation would have affected Tennes... Read more

“I’ve got a pen and I’ve got a phone, and I can use that pen to sign executive orders and take executive actions and administrative actions that move the ball forward. So one of the things I’m going to be talking to my Cabinet about is how do we use all the tools available to us, not just legislation, in order to advance a mission that I think unifies all Americans.” This infamous statement made by President Obama in early 2014 made it clear that the president was determined to push his agenda t... Read more

Veterans Day is an important celebration of service, a time for our nation to honor the men and women who have defended our country to protect the freedoms we hold dear. Since coming to Congress, I have proudly served on the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee, and I take the commitment we’ve made to veterans and their families very seriously. In the aftermath of Vietnam, I experienced firsthand a nation that did not respect the sacrifices made by soldiers who were asked or told to go to war, and ... Read more