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Rep. DesJarlais Statement on Affordable Care Act Enrollment Numbers
Press Release |Today, the White House released the Affordable Care Act enrollment numbers showing that only 106,185 people have successfully signed up since November 2nd.
Congressman DesJarlais released the following statement:
VA to Open Tennessee’s First Fisher House
In The News |The Fisher House Foundation will dedicate the Tennessee Fisher House Thursday, November 7 at the VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System (VA TVHS) Alvin C. York Campus located in Murfreesboro during a dedication ceremony...The event is hosted by VA TVHS and will include the following guest speakers: Congressman Scott Desjarlais (TN-4).
The Economic Effects of the Affordable Care Act on Tennessee Families and Businesses
Blog |Since its inception, I have been resolute in my staunch opposition to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), commonly referred to as ObamaCare. As a physician, I knew it would hinder access to medical care, as well as reduce the overall quality of care.
ESPN focuses on Rhodes
In The News |More than two months after MTSU football player and Marine Steven Rhodes stepped into the national spotlight, he still does not have cable TV… Rhodes’ plight drew support on Twitter from around the globe, including a supportive comment from Navy veteran and U.S. Sen. John McCain and an open letter from U.S. Rep. Scott DesJarlais, R-Tenn., to NCAA President Mark Emmert.
Granting Illegal Immigrants Amnesty Will Increase Costs for Hardworking Tennesseans
Blog |The non-partisan Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR) estimates the illegal immigration population of Tennessee at 120,000. Clearly something must be done. But the Senate immigration reform bill, drafted behind closed doors by the “Gang of Eight,” and championed by President Obama only compounds the problem.
US Congressman Scott DesJarlais wishes Golden Eagles luck tonight
In The News |United States Congressman Scott DesJarlais (TN’s 4th District) was in Dayton this afternoon. Dr. DesJarlais spoke at the Rotary Club earlier and also checked out some exhibits at PumpkinFest.
Doctors in Congress: ObamaCare worse than you think
In The News |At least 12 doctors in Congress have expressed serious concerns about Obamacare, and now President Obama admitted the recently unveiled online health insurance exchanges have been a technological headache and that he’s “frustrated” by them…Rep.
Debt Limit Compromise Represents Missed Opportunity to Address our Nation's Debt
Blog |From the beginning I made it clear I would not support any government spending bill that provided funding for ObamaCare. I stuck to that promise throughout the entire government shutdown because I believed it was the right thing to do for both our country and our community.
Four locals included in honor flight
In The News |Four Bedford County veterans will be storming the war memorials in Washington, D.C., on Saturday despite the federal shutdown that has resulted in the sites being closed… Spokesmen for Tennessee Reps. Scott DesJarlais and Marsha Blackburn said the congressman and congresswoman will escort the veterans around Washington on Saturday once they vote on bills that morning.
DesJarlais' staff to assist constituents
In The News |Staff members from U.S. Rep. Scott DesJarlais' office will have office hours Thursday, Oct. 17, at the Bedford County Courthouse to assist constituents who need help dealing with federal programs or agencies. The staffers will be available from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. that day. They are also available any day at DesJarlais' field offices in Columbia, Murfreesboro, Cleveland and Winchester.