Diana Harshbarger

Diana Harshbarger

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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