Press Releases
“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.”
“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.
“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:
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“The contributions of African-Americans to our nation’s rich musical heritage are undeniable,” Congressman Cohen said. “The music produced in Memphis alone is some of the most lauded and influential of all American music. From the clubs on Beale Street, the improv sessions on the steps of Stax and Hi Records, the recording booths at Sun Studios, and the rhythm and sounds all up and down the banks of the muddy Mississippi River, Memphis gave birth to the blues and rock and roll – music that is still listened to today, and appreciated all around the world.”