Senate Resolution 275, sponsored by Senator Crowe, urges Congress to rename Dogwood Lane on the federal property of Mountain Home VA to "Congressman Phil Roe Boulevard." The resolution highlights Congressman Roe's significant contributions during his tenure in Congress from 2009 to 2021, particularly his leadership roles on the House Committee on Veteran Affairs. It emphasizes his dedication to veterans, noting his service as a veteran himself and his efforts in passing transformative legislation such as the Mission Act and the Forever GI Bill, which have greatly improved the lives of veterans.
The resolution calls for the Tennessee Congressional delegation to introduce and support legislation for this renaming as a fitting tribute to Congressman Roe's exemplary service and commitment to veterans and military families. It acknowledges the requirement for Congressional authorization to name roads or buildings in honor of individuals and expresses the belief that honoring Congressman Roe in this manner is appropriate given his impactful legacy in veteran affairs. An enrolled copy of the resolution will be sent to each member of the Tennessee Congressional delegation.