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June 12, 2009

The City of Memphis will receive $69,272,000 million and Shelby County will receive $29,097,000 million in bonds.

June 11, 2009
“Libel tourism threatens to undermine the principles of free speech because foreign courts often don’t place as difficult a burden on plaintiffs in libel cases,” said Congressman Cohen. “I believe our First Amendment rights to be among the most sacred principles laid out in the Constitution, and I will use all of my powers as a Congressman and member of the Judiciary Committee to ensure that these rights are never undermined by foreign judgments.”
June 10, 2009

“Each day the Memphis Area Transit Authority transports tens of thousands of people around the city and Shelby County safely and efficiently. These funds will allow the Authority to purchase 35 state-of-the-art busses and technology to improve rider safety and the efficiency of the system,” Congressman Cohen said. “Access to affordable and reliable transportation is crucial to promoting economic development. I was proud to support the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act and am grateful that these funds are moving quickly to our district.”

June 10, 2009

“This event is a terrible reminder of the cruelty and injustice that still exists in the hearts of many. A despicable act of violence has occurred at a place dedicated to peace and remembrance, and in a building that is synonymous with respect. My heart and prayers go out to the family of the brave security guard who was wounded and has put his life on the line to protect all those who were inside the Museum.

June 9, 2009

“This legislation gives consumers a reason to trade in that old, gas-guzzling vehicle for a new, more fuel-efficient car or truck. Equally important, this legislation is the kind of practical solution we need to grow our clean energy economy, cut down on pollution, and help families save money at the gas pump,” Congressman Cohen said.

The legislation provides rebates for cars and trucks in the following four categories:

June 9, 2009
The draft proposal will be the core of comprehensive health care reform legislation that will be debated by the House of Representatives later this year.
Issues:Health Care
June 4, 2009
Congressman Cohen, Chairman of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Commercial and Administrative Law, sent letters to NBA Commissioner Daniel Stern and Players Association Executive Director, G. William Hunter outlining his concerns.

The full-text of the letter follows.
Issues:Education
June 4, 2009
“The University of Tennessee Health Center and the University of Memphis has been on the forefront of research projects that have the potential to vastly improve our quality of life,” Congressman Cohen said. “Most importantly, these research dollars will help to create jobs in the Ninth District and help to attract the best and brightest scientific minds to Shelby County. I was proud to support the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act and am grateful that these funds are moving quickly to our district to help spur economic development.”
June 1, 2009
“In the wake of General Motors decision to file for bankruptcy, thousands of auto workers and retirees, part suppliers and auto dealers in our state face an uncertain future.
May 29, 2009
The funds will be used to construct a new taxiway, improve the terminal building, install airfield guidance signs and perimeter fencing, and make runway improvements.