[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 213 (Wednesday, December 16, 2020)]
[House]
[Page H7226]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        RECOGNIZING DR. PHIL ROE

  (Mr. WENSTRUP asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. WENSTRUP. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the impressive 
career of my good friend, Dr. Phil Roe, who is retiring at the end of 
this Congress.
  A veteran himself, Dr. Roe served honorably as chairman and ranking 
member on the Veterans' Affairs Committee, where he worked on 
preventing veteran suicide, increasing patient access to care, and 
providing agency accountability.
  Dr. Roe has been a strong leader of our GOP Doctors Caucus, providing 
strong insight, a steady hand, and a lot of patience as we have debated 
critical legislation affecting patients and providers.
  Over the years, I have been blessed enough to call Dr. Roe a dear 
friend. He showed me what life in rural Tennessee was like; he has 
regaled us with his guitar skills; he has made us laugh; and he has 
been a source of wisdom for all of us.
  It has also been a pleasure to get to know his beloved wife, 
Clarinda, who I know is looking forward to having him around more 
often.
  I know that I can speak on behalf of all of my colleagues when I say 
thank you for your service, Phil. Good luck in retirement, and God 
bless you.

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