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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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MEMPHIS, TN – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) today announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Le Bonheur Community Health and Well Being $2,896,416 to implement and test a comprehensive community-based care model to “close the loop” in the continuum of care for pediatric asthma patients in Memphis and Shelby County.
MEMPHIS, TN – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) today encouraged local children to participate in First Lady Michelle Obama’s “Healthy Lunchtime Challenge.” The Challenge invites parents of kids ages 8-12 to submit an original recipe for a lunch that is nutritious and delicious. All entrants have the chance to win a trip to Washington D.C. and the opportunity to be invited to attend a Kids’ “State Dinner” at the White House in August, where a selection of the winning healthy recipes will be served.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) today introduced the Education Funding Equity Act – legislation that would eliminate a loophole and ensure that high poverty schools receive its equitable share of state and local funds to help children perform better in school.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) today announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has awarded the University of Tennessee Health Science Center $367,249 for clinical research related to neurological disorders. The new federal funds will be administered by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS).
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) this week received the 2012 Political Activist Award from the Phi Lambda Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated at the sorority’s Annual Pink and Green Gala.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) today issued a statement on Shelby County Administrator of Elections Richard Holden’s response to questions regarding the accuracy of the Shelby County voter records.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) recently received a perfect score on the Defenders of Wildlife Action Fund Conservation Report Card for the 1st Session of the 112th Congress. Congressman Cohen was the only member of the Tennessee Congressional delegation to receive a perfect score.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Friday, May 25, Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) sent the two attached letters to U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder and Tennessee Coordinator of Elections Mark Goins requesting an investigation into the alleged disenfranchisement of hundreds of Shelby County voters.
MEMPHIS, TN – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) today attended the Veterans Administration’s Memorial Day Service at the Memphis National Cemetery and spoke to members of the press assembled there about the alleged disenfranchisement of hundreds of Shelby County voters. Cohen made the following statement in response to the discovery by Bev Harris, the Director of Black Box Voting, that the voting histories of close to 500 Shelby County residents, many of them lifelong voters, seem to be altered to make it appear that they did not vote in recent elections.
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.”