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October 13, 2011
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You are invited to participate in my

Telephone Town Hall on Jobs, the Economy, & Other Important Issues

TODAY, October 13

From 6:10 p.m. to 7:10 p.m. CT

If you’d like to participate in my Telephone Town Hall, please call 877.229.8493 and enter PIN number 18840.

October 12, 2011
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You are invited to participate in my

Telephone Town Hall on Jobs, the Economy, & Other Important Issues

Thursday, October 13

From 6:10 p.m. to 7:10 p.m. CT

If you’d like to participate in my Telephone Town Hall, please register before Thursday at noon by clicking here.

August 15, 2011
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I am participating in two big events this week in Memphis and encourage small businesses and parents of children preparing for college to consider attending.
July 25, 2011
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You are invited to participate in my

Telephone Town Hall on Jobs, the Economy, & Other Important Issues

Tuesday, July 26

From 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. CT

To join the call, please dial 1-877-229-8493
When prompted enter PIN: 13655
June 23, 2011
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Congressman Steve Cohen spoke on the House floor about legislation he is cosponsoring that would end the federal war on marijuana and let states legalize, regulate, tax and control marijuana without federal interference. The legislation would limit the federal government's role in marijuana enforcement to cross-border or interstate smuggling.
May 9, 2011
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The recent flooding in Memphis is an historic event that is impacting many families but the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers remains vigilant and committed to protecting human life and property. The Mississippi Valley Division and its districts have launched a new Facebook page to provide accurate, timely information on the flood. The page link is: https://www.facebook.com/OperationWatershed2011
May 6, 2011
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On May 6th I joined other members of the Tennessee Congressional delegation for a briefing and tour of north Memphis and north Shelby County. I am very concerned about the relief and recovery efforts during this next round of Flood Warnings in the Mid-South. I wanted to share the following flood preparedness information with my constituents.
May 4, 2011
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The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has urged caution during dangerous flood conditions and has released information to help people better prepare for flooding and to ensure safety. Click here to learn more.
April 7, 2011
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WHAT A GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN MEANS TO YOU

Congressional leaders are negotiating on a budget bill to keep the government running but it is possible that they will not reach an agreement before the current bill runs out at the end of this week. The government will shut down Friday at midnight if they fail to come up with a bill that can pass Congress and that the President can sign.
February 7, 2011
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My office is hiring a Veterans Case Worker through the Wounded Warrior Fellowship Program.

This program is limited to veterans who have served on active duty since September 11, 2001, have at least a 30 percent disability rating, and less than 20 years of service. Please note my office will not be receiving resumes directly. Interested applicants must apply through the Wounded Warrior Program.