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“I was honored to join Bill, his wife Susan and their three sons last night as he was recognized by his peers for his media contributions,” Congressman Cohen said. “Whether it is shining a light on crime, poverty or the scourge of infant mortality, Bill’s artwork lives up to what he has called the theme of his work, the defense of the oppressed.”

Congressman Cohen voted for the ARRA. Nationally, nearly 70% of the $449 billion targeted for job creation and economic development has been distributed by various federal agencies.

Congressman Cohen’s statement on the release of the report follows:

“Whether it’s creating and saving jobs, promoting economic development, investing in our transportation infrastructure, modernizing our schools and public housing, making our streets safer, or providing unemployment assistance or tax cuts to families, the ARRA is making a difference in the 9th District.

Currently, states levy a tax on income earned or on a transaction occurring within its borders. The taxpayer is liable only if there is a nexus, or a connection, between the state and the activities of the taxpayer.

Speaker Marende requested the one-on-one meeting with Congressman Cohen to discuss a wide range of issues, including the ongoing progress of re-writing the Kenyan Constitution, trade and economic development opportunities, and the importance of preventing an al-Qaida takeover of neighboring Somalia.

H.R. 4538, the Fair Access to Credit Scores Act of 2010, would amend the Fair Credit Reporting Act to require the inclusion of credit scores with free annual credit reports provided to consumers.

“A good credit score means better interest rates on mortgages, bank loans and credit cards, smaller deposits for rent or utilities and even lower insurance premiums,” Congressman Cohen said. “My legislation would require that a consumer’s credit score be included with their annual free credit report.”