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June 9, 2009
The draft proposal will be the core of comprehensive health care reform legislation that will be debated by the House of Representatives later this year.
Issues:Health Care
June 4, 2009
Congressman Cohen, Chairman of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Commercial and Administrative Law, sent letters to NBA Commissioner Daniel Stern and Players Association Executive Director, G. William Hunter outlining his concerns.
The full-text of the letter follows.
The full-text of the letter follows.
Issues:Education
June 4, 2009
On the eve of the National Championship Tournament, Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) called on the National Basketball Association (NBA) and its Players Association to reconsider the ban on allowing 18-year olds to enter the league.
June 4, 2009
“The University of Tennessee Health Center and the University of Memphis has been on the forefront of research projects that have the potential to vastly improve our quality of life,” Congressman Cohen said. “Most importantly, these research dollars will help to create jobs in the Ninth District and help to attract the best and brightest scientific minds to Shelby County. I was proud to support the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act and am grateful that these funds are moving quickly to our district to help spur economic development.”
June 3, 2009
Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) speaks in support of renaming Somerville Post Office after former TN Lt. Governor John S. Wilder.
June 1, 2009
“In the wake of General Motors decision to file for bankruptcy, thousands of auto workers and retirees, part suppliers and auto dealers in our state face an uncertain future.
May 29, 2009
The funds will be used to construct a new taxiway, improve the terminal building, install airfield guidance signs and perimeter fencing, and make runway improvements.
Issues:Transportation
CONGRESSMAN COHEN AUTHORS BIPARTISAN RESOLUTION TO CELEBRATE 30th ANNIVERSARY OF “BLACK MUSIC MONTH”
May 28, 2009
“The contributions of African-Americans to our nation’s rich musical heritage are undeniable,” Congressman Cohen said. “The music produced in Memphis alone is some of the most lauded and influential of all American music. From the clubs on Beale Street, the improv sessions on the steps of Stax and Hi Records, the recording booths at Sun Studios, and the rhythm and sounds all up and down the banks of the muddy Mississippi River, Memphis gave birth to the blues and rock and roll – music that is still listened to today, and appreciated all around the world.”
May 26, 2009
“Memphians understand better than anyone that we need Supreme Court justices that will ensure that all Americans are afforded equality, opportunity and justice. I believe that in nominating Judge Sonia Sotomayor to be an Associate Justice on the Supreme Court, President Obama has found such a person.
May 21, 2009
Congressman Cohen speaks out against a provision in the FAA Reauthorization bill that would unfairly impact FedEx.