Delaware County Review

Washington, D.C. - Congressman Troy Balderson has been appointed to serve on the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health, where he will play a crucial role in shaping health policy. This new position will allow Balderson to advocate for the healthcare needs of Ohio residents from an influential platform.

Balderson expressed his dedication to healthcare accessibility, stating, "I am doing everything I can in Washington to ensure all Ohioans have access to quality, affordable health care regardless of zip code." He further highlighted his legislative efforts, saying, "This Congress, I introduced several bills that would expand and enhance access to telehealth services and remote patient monitoring."

The Energy and Commerce Committee, to which Balderson already belongs, holds significant authority on Capitol Hill, covering a wide range of health-related issues. The Health Subcommittee, in particular, oversees critical matters such as biomedical research, the opioid epidemic, and food and drug safety.

In addition to his role on the Health Subcommittee, Balderson is also involved in other subcommittees focusing on energy, climate, grid security, environment, manufacturing, and critical minerals. He emphasized his commitment to advancing healthcare modernization in Congress, stating, "I am proud to be a leader on health care modernization on Capitol Hill, and I am thankful to be joining the Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee."

Balderson's dedication to healthcare innovation was further highlighted by his involvement in launching the Congressional Digital Health Caucus, aimed at facilitating discussions and collaborations to support the integration of digital health technologies in the U.S. healthcare system.