Statements and posts
27 press releases and posts, newest first.
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Announced $1.6 million in FEMA grants for disaster preparedness in Tennessee communities.
“I am pleased to see FEMA reaching out to anticipate future damage from inevitable disasters caused by climate change. This funding will permit these local entities to prepare for what is coming and mitigate the impact of these storms.”
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Congressman Cohen Remembers Criminal Court Judge Arthur T. Bennett
Issued statement mourning the passing of Shelby County Criminal Court Judge Arthur T. Bennett.
“We all mourn Judge Bennett’s passing. He was an outstanding judge. His court was always courteous to both sides and ruled quickly and properly on motions. He was a gentleman at all times and there’s not a finer criminal court judge I ever knew.”
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Congressman Cohen Introduces Comprehensive Articles of Impeachment Against President Donald Trump
Introduced 26 articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump citing abuses of power and constitutional violations.
“I sincerely believe that the 120th Congress will better live up to its duties as co-equal branch of government and a check on the executive. I hope this resolution paves the way to accountability. We cannot tolerate this kind lawlessness and corruption.”
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Congressman Cohen Condemns Plan to Further Politicize NIH Grant Decisions
Condemned White House plan to politicize NIH grant funding decisions.
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Congressman Cohen Announces $805,047 in NIH Grants to St. Jude and UTHSC
Announced $805,047 in NIH grants for cancer, Alzheimer's, and COPD research.
“Understanding and treating pancreatic cancer, Alzheimer’s and COPD will improve the quality of patients’ lives. I commend Drs. Vakoc, Yarbro and Karimi for the life-saving work they are doing.”
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Sought GAO review of BLM Wild Horse and Burro Program following slaughter reports.
“The Administration knows what it is doing. It is circumventing the law to benefit landowners who want to get rid of all the wild horses, which are an American heritage that we should value. More oversight is needed.”
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Congressman Cohen Announces Hernia Research Grant to UTHSC
Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today announced that the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) has received a $783,237 grant from the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute to conduct research on inhaled nitric oxide for…
“I am pleased to see this substantial investment in lung disease research at our medical school. I commend Dr. Jancelewicz for conducting this important treatment trial.”
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Congressman Cohen Announces $884,991 in NIH Grants to St. Jude
Congressman Steve Coen (TN-9) today announced that St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital will receive four grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) totaling $884,991.
“This investment in staff training and cancer and biomedical research will result in better outcomes for patients and potentially save lives.”
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Cohen Commends Lonnie G. Bunch for a Lifetime of Service to American History and the Smithsonian
Dr. Bunch’s work as the founding director of the National Museum of African American History and Culture was a splendid contribution to American history and to our National Mall.
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Congressman Cohen Questions Intelligence Experts on Export Controls on Sensitive Computer Chips
Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today questioned expert witnesses on intelligence and national security issues about why the Trump administration lifted export controls to allow the Chinese Communist Party to purchase high-performance but…
“It all comes down to that decision. I think it’s pretty obvious who made the decision to give them chips: President Trump. Is that not correct?...All the experts we’ve had, and everybody, says ‘don’t do it. Big mistake. We’re giving away our country’s future.’ He’s more worried about the Kennedy Center’s naming and the…”
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Congressman Cohen Urges Governor Lee to Request FEMA Assistance
Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today wrote to Governor Bill Lee urging him again to seek assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in response to the damage done by storms on Saturday, August 22.
“I respectfully reiterate my request that you seek the appropriate federal disaster assistance as soon as possible. I stand ready to support this effort in any way needed.”
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Congressman Cohen Questions Witnesses at Hearing on Sanctuary Jurisdictions
The Republican-led Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security and Enforcement today held yet another hearing on sanctuary jurisdictions in advance of the November midterm elections.
“If we had better people running ICE what happened (in Minnesota) may not have occurred. We need experts - law enforcement experts – top notch people who know what they’re doing and can zero in on ‘the worst of the worst’ and get them off the streets and out of the country.”
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Congressman Cohen Celebrates “901 Day” on 9-01
Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today went to the House floor to speak on “901 Day.”
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Congressman Cohen Announces $1.4 Million in National Cancer Institute Grants to UTHSC
Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today announced two grants totaling $1,441,914 to the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) from the National Cancer Institute.
“I am always pleased to see these kinds of investment in the work of our University of Tennessee medical school. Cancer research saves lives. I commend both Drs. Makowski-Hayes and Kurosu for undertaking this work.”
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Congressman Cohen’s Statement on Sunday’s ICE Raid on Macon Road
The harshly negative reaction to Sunday’s ICE raid reflects our community’s assessment that ICE needs to leave Memphis.
“I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: we don’t have an immigration problem in Memphis and ICE’s presence in our streets is doing more harm than good. The people detained – for whatever reason – are our neighbors. The harshly negative reaction to Sunday’s ICE raid reflects our community’s assessment that ICE needs…”
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Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Administration has approved two requests from the Tennessee Department of Human Services to loosen restrictions on the timely request…
“The severity of the damage and length of time electric power was out after Saturday’s storm makes these sensible waivers necessary. I am hopeful affected recipients will take advantage of this prolonged application period.”
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Congressman Cohen Announces $916,030 in Grants from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) announced today that Memphis Shelby County Schools, Memphis Light, Gas and Water (MLGW) and the Southwest Tennessee Electric Membership Corporation, with offices in Covington, will receive a total of $916,030…
“Our region has taken quite a bruising in recent years from straight-line winds and tornadoes. This FEMA funding will help reimburse the costs incurred locally and the investment will improve the local economy.”
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Congressman Cohen Announces $4.2 Million in FEMA Grants for Tipton County, Covington and Munford
Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today announced that Tipton County, Covington and Munford will share $4,222,558 in grants from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
“Tipton County has taken it on the chin recently with severe weather. These precautionary efforts to address the increasing frequency and severity of these events are practical and potentially life-saving.”
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Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today announced that the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) will receive a $1 million grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to expand the maternity care…
“In a region with high levels of infant and maternal mortality, these investments in training nurses and outreach to the community will save lives. St. Jude continues to do critical research at the cellular level that will result in discoveries and improve outcomes. I congratulate all three recipients of this funding…”
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Congressman Cohen Urges Governor Lee to Seek Federal Disaster Assistance
Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today wrote to Governor Bill Lee urging him to seek assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) after Saturday’s devastating storm.
“I respectfully urge you to act expeditiously to seek the appropriate federal assistance for Shelby County and stand ready to assist in any way necessary to support such a request.”
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Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) and Chip Roy (TX-21) today reintroduced the Assuring Robust, Thorough, and Informed Congressional Leadership is Exercised Over National Emergencies (ARTICLE ONE) Act, legislation that would require Congress to…
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Congressman Cohen Announces $1.8 Million in NIH Grants to St. Jude
Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today announced that St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital will receive three National Institutes of Health (NIH) grants totaling $1,882,804.
“I was pleased to support the 21st Century Cures Act and the research it authorizes and am glad to see some of that work is being done at St. Jude, our premiere children’s cancer hospital. I commend all involved in these life-saving efforts.”
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Congressman Cohen Announces $2.6 Million in NIH Grants to St. Jude
Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today announced five National Institutes of Health grants totaling $2,657,819 to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
“St. Jude scientists are working on critical projects that will improve outcomes and save lives. I commend the scientists involved in this research.”
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Congressman Cohen Announces $21.9 Million Grant to Frederick W. Smith International Airport
Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today announced that the newly re-named Frederick W. Smith International Airport will receive a grant of $21,982,285 from the Federal Aviation Administration.
“Our newly re-named Frederick W. Smith International Airport is an economic engine in our region. The substantial investment in improvements supported by this grant will increase its efficiency and aesthetic value for air travelers and improve the local economy by creating jobs.”
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Congressman Cohen Announces $742,269 in NIH Grants to St. Jude and UTHSC
Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today announced that St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital will receive three grants totaling $515,239, and the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) will receive one grant of $227,030, from…
“These investments from our National Institutes of Health will advance of knowledge and potentially save lives. I commend both St. Jude and our medical school for undertaking this important work.”
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Congressman Cohen Announces $4.5 Million in Department of Justice Grants to Tennessee
Congressman Steve Cohen (TH-9), a senior member of the Judiciary Committee, today announced two grants totaling $4,592,039 from the Department of Justice’s Office of Violence Against Women to the state of Tennessee.
“This critical funding addresses both the effective investigation and prosecution of sexual assault and assists victims of this trauma. I’m pleased to see the Department of Justice investing in these essential programs.”
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Congressman Cohen Announces $100,000 Grant to the Soulsville Foundation
Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today announced that the Soulsville Foundation will receive a grant of $100,000 from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) to implement a curator-in-residence program.
“The Stax Museum is one of our city’s most prized cultural institutions. This grant funding, and the prestige it adds to the museum’s outreach efforts, will enhance its international reputation. I commend Soulsville Foundation President and CEO Pat Mitchell Worley and the entire staff of the museum for this significant…”