Memphis
MEMPHIS, TN -- In advance of Monday’s observance of Memorial Day, Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) released the following statement:
“On Monday, Memorial Day, we remember and pay tribute to the men and women in uniform who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Their courage and commitment to life, liberty and justice for all are the reasons why we enjoy so many freedoms and opportunities in America. Whether attending a parade or spending time with family and friends outdoors, please join me in keeping them in our thoughts and prayers.”
MEMPHIS, TN -- With mounting concerns over airfares in Memphis, Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) held a news conference today to share his thoughts on this important issue and to explain the work he is doing to address this problem. Below is a statement Congressman Cohen issued during a House Judiciary Committee hearing on April 24, 2008 on the proposed merger between Delta and Northwest Airlines:
I view the proposed merger of Delta Air Lines and Northwest Airlines with an open mind. Whatever the ultimate outcome of this proposed merger, my greatest
MEMPHIS, TN – Yesterday, Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) presented the son of T.O. Jones with a Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition for his role during the 1968 sanitation strike. T.O. Jones was president of Local 1733 of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) at the time of the strike. T.O. Jones passed away on April 12, 1989.
MEMPHIS, TN – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) today announced the Memphis Health Center will receive $3,133,617 in new federal funds from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Division of Grants Management Operations so the facility can continue providing health services to the local community.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) today issued the following statement after an ABC Nightline investigation uncovered how Tennessee Walking Horses are being tortured to produce the high-stepping gait that wins championships. The Memphis Congressman is a lifelong supporter of animal rights and welfare issues.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Sports Fans Coalition, the nation’s largest nonprofit fan advocacy organization, honored Rep. Steve Cohen (TN-09) this week with its first annual “Most Valuable Policymaker” award. Cohen has been a leading voice in Washington calling for a legitimate college football playoff.
MEMPHIS, TN – Acting Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator Michael Huerta today joined Rep. Steve Cohen (TN-09) to honor the life and accomplishments of Lt. Col. Luke J. Weathers, Jr., the FAA’s first African American air traffic control specialist in Memphis, and a decorated pilot who flew with the Tuskegee Airmen.
MEMPHIS, TN -- Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) and LeMoyne-Owen College President Johnnie B. Watson today revealed details of a 3-year federal Minority Science and Engineering Improvement Program (MSEIP) grant worth more than $700,000.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Steve Cohen (D-TN-9) today hosted a Telephone Town Hall on jobs, the economy, and other important issues.
MEMPHIS, TN – Yesterday evening, Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) attended a dinner at the Plaza Hotel in New York City held to honor Civil Rights pioneer Julian Bond, who recently retired from his post as professor at the University of Virginia. The dinner kicked off an effort to endow a Civil Rights History Chair in his honor.