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.
Feb 3, 2014
I think it is schizophrenia when you offer State issues and preemption and priorities and giving power back to the States, but not when it comes to them having passing laws concerning marijuana.
Jan 27, 2014
One of my constituents, Memphian Command Master Chief Evelyn ``Vonn'' Banks, will retire on Saturday from the Navy with the honor of being the senior-most enlisted female in the United States Navy. Her tours have ranged from the Navy…
Jan 15, 2014
Before I was elected to Congress I served 24 years in the Tennessee State Senate. For 20 of those years I worked hard to create a Tennessee education lottery, an opportunity for students to go to college and come out without a debt and…
Jan 9, 2014
There has been a lot of discussion recently about extending benefits to the unemployed, and it is critical we do that. I would like to talk about 226 people who are in my district who have jobs but still can't come to work to perform those…
Jan 9, 2014
I appreciate the colleagues that have joined me today for our 30-minute Special Order, and this is a special Special Order. ____________________
Jan 8, 2014
Gabby was a member of the NRA; I don't know if she is now. I passed the right-to-carry bill in Tennessee because I think you can have reasonable laws that allow people to defend themselves, but there is reasonableness. And the problem we…
Jan 8, 2014
Thank you. Mr. Speaker, I want to thank all the Members. There were others that would have been here but had certain conflicts at this time. We all loved Gabby. She was the star of our class. It was before 3 years ago on the 8th of January…
Jan 8, 2014
At this point, I would like to yield to the gentleman from Colorado (Mr. Perlmutter).
Jan 8, 2014
I thank you, Mr. Perlmutter. I appreciate your remarks. You are a leader on this issue, and so is Mr. Courtney who is so intimately involved with Newtown, another area that suffered from gun violence. I yield to the gentleman from…
Jan 8, 2014
Thank you, Mr. Yarmuth. Mr. Perlmutter, a member of our class, represents a district that has seen so much tragedy from firearms. I know he has been a leader on this effort in Colorado and in the country, and I appreciate him being here as…
Jan 8, 2014
I appreciate the colleagues that have joined me today for our 30-minute Special Order, and this is a special Special Order. This Special Order is particularly relevant because this is the third anniversary of the shooting in Tucson that…
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