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WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) on Thursday introduced the Safer Streets Act, which would create a new grant program that focuses on violent crimes in local communities. Afterward, he made the following statement:

"The Safer Streets Act is intended to provide additional funding to address violent crime in places where the rate is significantly above the national average.

WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) expressed concern about the quality of care at the Memphis VA Medical Center Tuesday after media reports surfaced of questionable treatment of a veteran with a hand injury. He released the following statement:

WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) on Thursday condemned Attorney General Jeff Sessions' decision to crack down on states whose voters have authorized the medical or recreational use of marijuana. He released the following statement:

WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) voted against the Republican tax scam bill Tuesday, noting its potential to harm the middle classes and the future of social safety net programs. The bill passed on a 227 to 203 vote.