Memphis
As a fourth-generation Memphian, I have dedicated my life to public service in Memphis and Shelby County. My work has defined my life and affected the lives of people in Memphis, across Tennessee and now across America throughout my career in national, state and local politics.
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[WASHINGTON, DC] – After House Republican leaders made good on their threat to shut down the federal government if their reckless, unreasonable, and irresponsible demands were not met, Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) spoke out against the Republican’s manufactured, harmful, and unnecessary shutdown of our nation’s government. Video of the Congressman’s remarks is available here.
[WASHINGTON, DC] – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) today announced that the Memphis Housing Authority has been awarded $720,000 in grant funding to coordinate supportive services designed to help residents achieve economic and housing self-sufficiency.
“This funding will help improve the lives of Memphians,” said Congressman Cohen.
Dear Friend,
[WASHINGTON, DC] – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) announced today that St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital has been awarded a total of $748,125 in grant funding for two different projects. The funding announced today is from the Department of Health & Human Services.
“This funding shows our commitment to the medical research community and the health of health of our citizens,” said Congressman Cohen.
The following grant awards are included under today’s announcement:
[WASHINGTON, DC] – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) today introduced legislation to help woman- and minority-owned small businesses get off the ground and thrive in our modern economy. The Expanding Opportunities to Underserved Businesses Act would increase the resources available to underserved small businesses through the U.S. Small Business Administration’s microloan program and help ensure they have the capital necessary for inventory, supplies, and other necessities.
[WASHINGTON, DC] – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) announced today that the Economic Development Growth Engine for Memphis & Shelby County—commonly known as EDGE—was awarded $3,655,504 in federal funding to help create jobs, support economic diversification, and encourage entrepreneurship. The funding comes through the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA).
[WASHINGTON, DC] – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) today touted a new report showing that uninsured Memphians will pay even less than expected for quality health insurance when Tennessee’s health insurance marketplace begins a six-month open enrollment period on October 1st.
[MEMPHIS, TN] – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) announced today that the University of Memphis and its faculty have been awarded a total of $1,838,172 in grant funding for four different projects. The funding announced today is from the National Science Foundation (NSF).
[MEMPHIS, TN] – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) announced today the Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA) will receive $2.2 million in federal funds to help refurbish and enhance the Main Street Trolley Line. Today’s funding comes through the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT).
“These new federal funds will help improve livability in downtown Memphis, increase tourism, drive economic development and create good-paying jobs right here in our city,” said Congressman Cohen.
Dear Friend,
I know we are all shocked, stunned, and saddened by the tragic events that unfolded on Monday morning at the Navy Yard in Washington. I have spent much of this week thinking of the victims and all those affected by the horrors—but I simply cannot imagine the horror they must have experienced and the grief felt by their families. I hope we keep them all in our thoughts and prayers as they begin the recovery process.