Jul 11, 2018
Today, the House passed a resolution which I authored with the help of the Committee on Foreign Affairs of which Ed Royce is the chairman supporting NATO and the NATO countries that are endangered by Russian aggression, particularly…
Steve Cohen
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Steve Cohen is a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Tennessee's 9th congressional district since 2007. A member of the Democratic Party, Cohen has been involved in various legislative efforts and has served on multiple committees during his tenure. He is known for his advocacy on issues such as civil rights, healthcare, and education. Cohen has also been vocal on matters concerning the executive branch and its impact on local communities.
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Jun 28, 2018
I thank the ranking member for the time. What we are experiencing here in this moment in this Chamber is the greatest tribute to Federico Fellini that could ever be produced in this House. It is a theater of the absurd. It is a ruse on the…
Jun 7, 2018
This amendment, which is an environmental amendment, would prohibit the House from spending funds to purchase plastic drinking straws in our eating areas in the House. Plastic drinking straws are a considerable environmental risk to…
Jun 7, 2018
The Founders considered an accurate count of our Nation's population to be of such central importance to democratic government that they placed a requirement for census in Article I of the Constitution.
Jun 7, 2018
Reclaiming my time, I appreciate the chairman and all the work he has done for many, many years in the House, and I appreciate the opportunity to serve with him. And I appreciate the ranking member for his help on this amendment. Mr…
Jun 7, 2018
I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: At the end of division B (before the short title), insert the following: Sec. 512. None of the funds made…
Jun 7, 2018
I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Page 21, line 24, after the dollar amount, insert ``(increased by $2,000,000)''. Page 32, line 1, after the…
Jun 7, 2018
Many in the civil rights and voting rights communities have been concerned since the Shelby v. Holder decision that section 2 of the Voting Rights Act needs to be restored.
May 24, 2018
Our country's democracy and rule of law are in danger, being threatened at every moment. Today is my birthday and also the birthday of Bobby Zimmerman aka Bob Dylan. And with that, I quote Bob Dylan: Come writers and critics Who prophesize…
May 21, 2018
Attempts to delay, weaken or reverse the effort, or to allow exemptions for special industry or special interests to the ELD rule should be swiftly and soundly rejected.
May 21, 2018
Moving forward, I am hoping that members of the subcommittee will prioritize safety and remember that death and injury figures are not merely statistics, but are people.
May 21, 2018
This lifesaving legislation will strengthen rear underride guards, mandate side underride guards, and require proper maintenance of these guards.
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