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Born in Moreland, Kentucky,
Roscoe Bartlett developed a true appreciation for agriculture
and nature through his Depression-Era upbringing in the hill
country of Western Pennsylvania. Mr. Bartlett’s professional
quest for knowledge and engrained work ethic began with a Masters
Degree and Ph.D. in physiology. This quest continued with successful
careers as a professor, research scientist and inventor, small
business owner, and farmer, and continues today with his service
in the United States Congress.
 First elected in 1992, Dr. Bartlett set
out to achieve simple goals. "I'm not interested in politics," says Dr. Bartlett. "I'm
interested in my country. I am a conservative who wants to help
restore the limited federal government envisioned and established
in the Constitution by our nation's founders. I want to ensure
that future generations of Americans will have the same opportunities
for success that I did."
In the 108th Congress, Bartlett serves as Chairman of the Projection
Forces Subcommittee of the Armed Services Committee. One of three
scientists in the Congress, he also serves on the Science Committee.
Due to his business experience, he also serves on the Small Business
Committee.
Roscoe and his wife Ellen have been married
for more than 30 years. They have ten children and fourteen grandchildren.
Congressman Bartlett’s strong religious convictions continue to guide
him though life, and form the foundation of his political service.
Also, he frequently quotes from the Constitution, which he carries
at all times for guidance in crafting national policy. "Upholding
the Constitution, including the entire Bill of Rights, and maintaining
a strong defense should be our priorities. If we don't get these
priorities right, nothing else will matter."
Bartlett continues to raise sheep and
goats on his farm and commutes the 50 miles to Washington,
D.C. when Congress is in session.
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