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December 11, 2009
December 10, 2009
Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) stated, “This is indeed good news for the Ninth District. Federal funding is making a real difference in the lives and livelihoods of constituents in the Ninth District -- from GED and job mentoring programs for teenagers, building more affordable housing for seniors, investing in health care and keeping our neighborhoods safe.
December 9, 2009
“This bill provides important tax relief to those who need it the most – working families, students, homeowners, small businesses, teachers and the military. Equally important, passing this legislation will encourage good corporate citizenship through the donations of computers for classrooms and books for our libraries,” Congressman Cohen said. “By extending tax incentives and credits aimed at spurring economic development we have the chance to create jobs throughout the Ninth District.”
December 2, 2009
“Too often, we rely on harsh punishments, like incarceration, which prove to be expensive and counter-productive in many cases, especially when applied to non-violent youth offenders,” Congressman Cohen said. “Some time ago, someone took an axe to a number of trees in my neighborhood, and after a little detective work, the young offender was apprehended.
December 1, 2009
“World AIDS Day provides an opportunity to reflect upon the devastating effect of HIV/AIDS around the world. In Tennessee’s Ninth District, the number of people living with HIV/AIDS grew by an astonishing 21 percent from 2004 to 2008. During that same period, the number of cases among men in our area grew by 20 percent and among women by 23 percent. African-Americans are disproportionately affected by HIV/AIDS; however, this virus impacts all people, regardless of socio-economic class, race, gender or location.
Issues:Health Care
November 19, 2009
“Had we not acted today, starting in January of next year, thousands in our community who rely on Medicare and TRICARE could be turned away from their doctors’ offices because the government would not reimburse their physicians for routine medical care,” Congressman Cohen said. “Passing this bill ensures that doctors will no longer have to worry about having the financial resources to see patients, and Medicare beneficiaries will have peace of mind knowing that they will continue to have access to health care.
Issues:Health Care