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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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Feb 13, 2024

We commend the USDA for proposing a strong rule and urge you to prioritize the finalization and publication of the rule.

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Jan 29, 2024

It is just insane that we don't look after our country, which we should.

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Jan 29, 2024

Instead of working to help our country and stop the invasion--there is an invasion on our Southern border.

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Jan 29, 2024

The explanation is straightforward. Blue States know they are on track to lose congressional seats and Federal tax dollars.

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Dec 12, 2023

It's about time that we prioritize safe and convenient travel for all users.

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Dec 12, 2023

Accessible transit is a matter of equity and justice.

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Dec 12, 2023

I believe I am correct, MATA goes into West Memphis even, Mr. Crawford's district.

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Dec 12, 2023

What is good for Memphis is good for the country.

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Dec 12, 2023

$6.2 billion in funding has been announced and is headed to Tennessee with over 266 specific projects identified for funding.

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Dec 12, 2023

Since the passage of the historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the Department of Transportation announced grants on their 103 programs for roads, bridges, rail, buses, ferries, ports, pipelines, and more.

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Dec 12, 2023

It is important that the public knows about what we passed and how it is being implemented.

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Dec 12, 2023

We need to make sure that districts like mine get equitable funding to make streets safe for all users.

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Dec 11, 2023

I will yield back the balance of my time and not ask Mr. Graves who won the Heisman Trophy because he knows well-- the LSU quarterback. New and persistent challenges facing the U.S. aviation system make clear that the status quo is…

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Dec 11, 2023

In response to the gentleman from Georgia (Mr. Collins), my friend, who wished us all merry Christmas, I wish him merry Christmas and happy Hanukkah. Today is the Hanukkah party at the White House, and the Speaker has yet to limit votes so…

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Dec 11, 2023

I am not going to ping-pong this back and forth. I yield back the balance of my time.

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Dec 11, 2023

I urge a voice vote on this measure, and I yield back the balance of my time.

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Dec 11, 2023

I felt there was great discrimination in the decision to take the headquarters--to consolidate in Nashville.

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Dec 11, 2023

It is important that the old name not carry over. The FBI needs to be respected as an agency that does carry out its duties of being fair and just in administering justice.

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Dec 11, 2023

I introduced H.R. 1175 this year, and I have introduced a similar bill for many years, which would redesignate the J. Edgar Hoover Federal Building as the Federal Bureau of Investigation building.

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Dec 11, 2023

Director Hoover symbolized the dangers of the weaponization of the Federal Government.

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Dec 11, 2023

It is absolutely inappropriate that our Nation's leading Federal law enforcement agency building still be named in his honor.

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Dec 11, 2023

J. Edgar Hoover did not uphold the laws of this Nation, the U.S. Constitution, or the standard of justice in many instances.

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Dec 5, 2023

We are entering a new phase of strategic competition that is growing more fierce with each passing day.

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Dec 5, 2023

That is why I introduced the Rebuilding Economic Prosperity and Opportunity for Ukrainians Act.

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