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The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, a division of HHS, granted the new award to Dr. Shadab A. Siddiqi, an instructor in the Department of Medicine at the UT-HSC College of Medicine. Dr. Siddiqi’s research focuses on the biological approaches to digestion, particularly with regard to the role of the liver.

“I was proud today to vote for the Democratic budget because it meets some of the most important priorities of the people of the 9th District,” said Congressman Cohen. “This budget will restore fiscal responsibility in Washington which has run amok under the current administration. Our budget plan will cut taxes for middle income families, invest in small businesses and create jobs. It also restores our infrastructure and funds educational initiatives that will help our children succeed – all while balancing the budget.”

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“The Southern Heritage Classic is an excellent showcase for the City of Memphis,” said Congressman Cohen. “The historic rivalry between Tennessee State University and Jackson State University always produces an excellent game that excites football fans from around the South, and I am proud that American servicemen and women will have the opportunity to see all that Memphis has to offer.”

The House passed the 21st Century Green High-Performing Public School Facilities Act (H.R. 3021), which provides funding to states and school districts to help ensure that school facilities and learning environments are safe, healthy, energy-efficient, environmentally friendly, and technologically advanced. The legislation includes more than $110 million in funding for physical improvement projects for Tennessee’s schools.

The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, a division of HHS, granted the new award to Dr. Fu-Ming Zhou, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacology at the UT-HSC College of Medicine. Dr. Zhou’s research focuses on brain mechanisms with particular attention on neuropsychiatric disorders such as Parkinson’s disease, depression, schizophrenia, drug abuse, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

“I am grateful to the Department of Education for awarding these funds to the Memphis City Schools system to improve emergency preparedness operations for our children,” said Congressman Cohen. “Our schools have a strong record of crisis management that has been recognized by the Tennessee Department of Education, and these monies will help school officials improve on an already solid foundation.”

“Picturing America is a unique program that gives students the opportunity to learn about some of America’s greatest works of art,” said Congressman Cohen. “Additionally, it provides educators with the tools and materials necessary to open this world up to their students. By bringing great art into our schools and libraries, this innovative program offers Americans of all ages the opportunity to learn about our history in a fresh and engaging way.”