Memphis
Dear Friend,
This week we honored the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. King was assassinated 45 years ago yesterday. As we mark his passing, we strive to continue his unfinished work so that every American has access to honest work, fair wages, affordable housing, and the ability to earn and enjoy a decent life.
Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Dr. King Memorial Events in Memphis
Dear Friend,
This week I spoke on the House floor about the importance of funding the National Institutes of Health (NIH), our country’s foremost medical research center which has helped millions across the country suffering from heart disease, cancer, HIV/AIDS, Diabetes, Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and Post Polio. Through sequestration, Republicans are looking to cut funding for NIH by more than $1.6 billion.
NIH
West Tennessee Veterans Cemetery
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) today issued the following statement on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s apology for an Israeli military raid on a flotilla in 2010 that ended in the death of nine Turkish activists. Congressman Cohen is the Co-Chair of the Congressional Caucus on Turkey:
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) today announced that the West Tennessee Veterans Cemetery in Memphis will receive $2,796,868 from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for 100 percent of allowable costs associated with the operation and maintenance of the cemetery.
Dear Friend,
Last weekend Memphis lost one of its giants – former Criminal Court Clerk, County Commissioner and City Councilwoman Minerva Johnican. She was always a steadfast supporter of my candidacy for public office, which meant much coming from someone who had walked with me all along the way. My life has been blessed and richer for having counted Minerva as my friend.
Remembering Minerva Johnican
NIH and Sequestration
Democratic Caucus Meeting With President Obama
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) today announced that the University of Memphis has been awarded $346,324 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for cancer cause and prevention research. The funds will be distributed via the National Cancer Institute (NCI).
“The University of Memphis is known and well respected for its many research programs,” said Congressman Cohen. “These new federal funds will go a long way toward helping people in Memphis and Shelby County who suffer from lung disease, and help save lives.”
MEMPHIS, TN – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) recently announced that Marzie Thomas will serve as his new District Director for the 9th District. She previously served as Deputy District Director since 2009.
MEMPHIS, TN -- Congressman Steve Cohen today expressed his deep sadness upon learning of the passing of former Criminal Court Clerk, County Commissioner and City Councilwoman Minerva Johnican. Congressman Cohen stated:
Dear Friend,
Today I announced that Marzie Thomas will be my new District Director, and I also announced several other staff promotions in the Memphis office. Earlier this week I also introduced The Fair Access to Credit Scores Act of 2013, legislation that would include a reliable, accurate credit score with the free annual credit reports available to consumers by the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
New District Director in Memphis
The Fair Access to Credit Scores Act