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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Steve Cohen (D-TN-9) paid his last respects to legendary Civil Rights leader Dr. Dorothy I. Height at her funeral at the National Cathedral. Last week, the Congressman honored Dr. Height’s life and accomplishments on the House floor.
WASHINGTON, D.C – Today, Congressman Steve Cohen (D-TN-9), Chairman of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Commercial and Administrative Law (CAL), held a hearing on legislation to increase funding for the Legal Services Corporation (LSC) – a nonprofit group that provides federal grants to other nonprofits that provide legal assistance to low-income families across the country who cannot afford to hire an attorney.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Steve Cohen (D-TN-9) hosted a telephone town hall meeting to discuss the economy and how best to create jobs, health care, postal issues and other Tennessee and national concerns.
You're Invited!
Congressman Steve Cohen
Telephone Town Hall
Tonight, April 27
Starting at 6:40 PM CST
To join the call, please dial 1-877-269-7289
When prompted enter PIN: 13655
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Steve Cohen (D-TN) today applauded the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) for limiting expansion of March Madness to only three teams. The NCAA originally considered increasing the field of 65 teams to 96 teams. On April 6, Congressman Cohen joined with Congressman Timothy Johnson (D-IL) to issue a letter to the NCAA calling that proposal “shortsighted and unnecessary.”
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Steve Cohen (D-TN) was recently recognized by Americans for Democratic Action (ADA) for having a perfect voting record on economic and social justice issues. The Congressman was the only member of the Tennessee delegation to receive a perfect score.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Saturday at 3 p.m., Congressman Steve Cohen (D-TN-9) will receive an Appreciation Day Award from Trinity Community Coalition Outreach (TCCO) for his work to combat drug and alcohol abuse, recidivism and homelessness.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Steve Cohen (D-TN-9), Chairman of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Commercial and Administrative Law (CAL), held a hearing on legislation he authored with Congressman Danny Davis (D-IL-7) to restore fairness in student lending by treating privately issued student loans in bankruptcy the same as other types of private debt.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Steve Cohen (D-TN-9) today issued the following statement in celebration of Earth Day:
“Our planet is the most precious resource we have and it is vital that we do everything in our power to preserve our environment for future generations. If we are going to improve the air we breathe and the water we drink, we must combat the pollution that destroys our lungs and ruins our atmosphere.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Steve Cohen (D-TN) today introduced legislation to create a positive public awareness campaign to educate children about the benefits of staying in school. Statistics show that children who drop out of school often end up turning to a life of crime.