Tobias Anton "Toby" Roth (born October 10, 1938) is an American businessman, lobbyist, and former Republican U.S. Representative from Wisconsin. From 1979 to 1997, he served 9 consecutive terms in Congress. Early life and career Tony Roth served in the Wisconsin State Assembly from 1972 to 1978. He was also a lieutenant in the United States Army Reserve. Following his retirement from Congress, Roth moved to Great Falls, Virginia. Congress Roth represented Wisconsin's 8th congressional district. He served in the United States House of Representatives from 1979, first being elected to the Ninety-sixth United States Congress. He was reelected to the succeeding eight congresses serving from January 3, 1979, until January 3, 1997, when he did not run for re-election. Later career After leaving Congress in 1997, Roth opened a lobbying firm named the Roth Group. The firm was active for many years and remains in business. Family His nephew, Roger Roth is a member of the Wisconsin State Senate. References External links 1938 births Living people Republican Party members of the Wisconsin State Assembly United States Army officers Military personnel from Wisconsin People from Emmons County, North Dakota Republican Party members of the United States House of Representatives from Wisconsin People from Great Falls, Virginia Members of Congress who became lobbyists