Years in Office
1st Year
Bills Sponsored
63
Bills Co-Sponsored
774
Committees
1
Diana Harshbarger Biography
Diana Harshbarger, a licensed pharmacist and small business owner from Kingsport, brings a background in healthcare to her role as U.S. Representative for Tennessee’s 1st Congressional District, first elected in 2020. She prioritizes improving access to affordable healthcare, strengthening border security, and supporting small businesses. Harshbarger has introduced legislation to address pharmacy benefit manager reforms and serves on the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. She approaches her work with a focus on practical problem-solving, aiming to represent the needs and values of East Tennessee residents.
Education
- Pharm.d, Mercer University, Atlanta, GA(1987)
Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during Diana Harshbarger's congressional service.
Pharmacy Benefit Manager Transparency
Introduced legislation to increase transparency and accountability of pharmacy benefit managers to lower prescription drug costs.
COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution
Advocated for efficient COVID-19 vaccine distribution and supported measures to improve access in rural Tennessee communities.
Rural Healthcare Access
Supported funding and policies to expand healthcare access and telehealth services in rural and underserved areas of Tennessee.
Veterans Affairs Oversight
Co-sponsored bills to improve oversight and accountability within the Department of Veterans Affairs for better veteran care.
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