url,title,date,year,month,party,chamber,state,member_name,bioguide_id,domain,scraper,source,date_source,text,has_text,collected_at,updated_at
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-announces-68-million-safe-streets-all-grants,Congressman Cohen Announces $6.8 Million in Safe Streets for All Grants from the Department of Transportation,2025-12-29,2025,2025-12,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"MEMPHIS – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Safe Streets for All (SS4A) Program has awarded two grants totaling $6,891,760 to the Memphis Fire Department and the MidSouth Development District.

Congressmen Cohen, Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1), and Robert Garcia (CA-42) introduced the Safe Streets for All Reauthorization and Improvement Act in September to strengthen the SS4A program whose life-saving projects in more than 1,600 communities across the United States are reducing roadway fatalities and serious accidents.

Congressman Cohen made the following statement:

“I’ve been proud to support the SS4A Program and have recognized the life-saving funding it provides in a region unfortunately too familiar with traffic- and pedestrian-vehicle fatalities. These investments in advanced training and careful planning for the future will save lives. I was pleased to discuss the MidSouth Development District’s plans with Executive Director Anna McQuiston in my office before the holidays to review the district’s ambitious goals.”

The first grant is for $5,648,960 to the City of Memphis Division of Fire Services to construct and equip an Emergency Vehicle Operations Course and traffic incident management training facility to improve responder driving, on-scene safety, and to reduce secondary crashes. Between 2018 and 2022, the Memphis region experienced 936 fatalities, including some involving responders struck while managing incidents. The facility will be built at 4165 Millington Road. U.S. DOT says the effort aligns with the Federal Highway Administration’s National Traffic Incident Management Responder Training Program and National Fire Protection Association standards, and advances the Mid-South Safety Action Plan.

The second is a $1.2 million grant to the MidSouth Development District to develop a Regional Safety Action Plan for the six-county Mid-South area (Shelby, Tipton, Fayette and Lauderdale in Tennessee, DeSoto in Mississippi and Crittenden in Arkansas) and to conduct supplemental planning activities and demonstration activities.

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https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-urges-governor-lee-seek-millions-summer-food,Congressman Cohen Urges Governor Lee to Seek Millions in Summer Food Assistance for Children by Thursday’s Deadline,2025-12-29,2025,2025-12,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"MEMPHIS – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) tonight wrote Governor Bill Lee a letter urging him to have the State of Tennessee apply for Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (Summer EBT) funding for a Summer U.S. Agriculture Food Assistance Program for an estimated 700,000 children and not fail to apply for it as he did last year.

The U.S. Depart­ment of Agri­cul­ture’s Sum­mer EBT pro­gram provides $120 in food bene­fits to sup­port school-aged chil­dren who don’t have access to free or low-cost school meals dur­ing sum­mer months.

The letter reads in part:

“I concur with Senate Democratic Caucus Chair London Lamar and urge you to direct the Tennessee Department of Human Services to notify the U.S. Department of Agriculture of its intent to apply to the Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer Program for Children (Summer EBT) before the deadline of January 1, 2026.

“I wrote to you last year urging you to apply for these benefits. You chose not to, and the state instead ran its own program that cost much more to feed far fewer children. The state program fed 18,000 children and only reached 15 rural counties, while Summer EBT would have fed nearly 700,000 children and reached all 95 counties.

“As you know, grocery prices are up tremendously. It is concerning you would turn down nearly $84 million meant to feed hungry children at a time when affordability should be the first issue on all our agendas.

“I hope you will decide to apply for these important funds. There is no good reason to turn down aid for hungry children.”

See the letter here.

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https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-ogles-announces-2025-app-challenge-winner,Rep. Ogles Announces 2025 App Challenge Winner,2025-12-22,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,Andrew Ogles,O000175,ogles.house.gov,ogles,https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Columbia, TN – Congressman Andy Ogles (TN-05) has selected the 2025 Congressional App Challenge winner for Tennessee’s Fifth Congressional District, Rohan Gunasekar. Rohan, an 11th-grade student at Ravenwood High in Brentwood, designed an app called DermaTrack. The app would help families and individuals track medications and care for their skin conditions.

(Pictured: left - Rep. Ogles' District Director, James Amundsen; right - 2025 Winner Rohan Gunasekar.)

“Congratulations, Rohan! DermaTrack is a fantastic idea that could help countless families and individuals. I am convinced that Tennessee’s Fifth Congressional District is home to some of the best and brightest youth in America,” said Congressman Ogles. “This type of ingenuity and thoughtfulness will serve you well throughout your life and in future endeavors. Again, my sincerest congratulations. Thank you for participating in the 2025 Congressional App Challenge!”

WATCH ROHAN EXPLAIN HOW DERMATRACK WORKS!

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https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/harshbarger-joins-hhs-secretary-kennedy-announcement-protecting-children-sex,Harshbarger joins HHS Secretary Kennedy for Announcement on Protecting Children from Sex-Rejecting Procedures,2025-12-19,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,Diana Harshbarger,H001086,harshbarger.house.gov,harshbarger,https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — Last week, Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger (R-TN) joined Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Administrator Mehmet Oz, and other senior HHS officials for a press conference announcing new federal actions to protect children from chemical and surgical sex-rejecting medical procedures and to ensure taxpayer dollars are no longer used to fund them.

Harshbarger issued the following statement after the event:

“As a mom, a grandmother, and a lifelong advocate for parental rights, I strongly support these actions to end the dangerous, unproven medical interventions being pushed on vulnerable children,” said Congresswoman Harshbarger. “For years, the Biden administration allowed ideology to override science and common sense while families paid the price. I’m grateful to see President Trump and HHS Secretary Kennedy restore accountability, reinforce biological reality, and put the wellbeing of children first. Protecting kids shouldn’t be controversial, and I will continue fighting in Congress to ensure parents are the decision makers when it comes to their child’s health.”

BACKGROUND:

Last week’s announcement includes several actions proposed by the Department of Health and Human Services to fulfill President Trump’s Week One commitment to protect children, including:

A declaration from Secretary Kennedy stating that sex-rejecting medical interventions for minors do not meet professionally recognized standards of care.

Proposed CMS rules prohibiting hospitals that receive Medicare or Medicaid funds from performing sex change procedures on individuals under the age of 18 and preventing Medicaid from covering such procedures.

Revision of a Biden-era civil rights rule that suggested gender dysphoria could be treated as a disability.

A public health message from the Assistant Secretary for Health explaining that current evidence does not support puberty blockers, cross-sex hormones, or surgical interventions as safe or effective treatments for minors.

FDA enforcement actions targeting the illegal marketing of medical devices used for gender transition in children.

Additionally, a comprehensive, peer-reviewed 400-page review commissioned by HHS found that these interventions carry serious risks — including infertility, loss of sexual function, reduced bone density, metabolic and cognitive impacts, and irreversible physical harm — while lacking high-quality evidence of benefit.

Congresswoman Harshbarger has been a consistent champion for parental rights, medical transparency, and restoring evidence-based standards in pediatric care.",1,2026-05-01T06:06:26Z,2026-05-01T06:08:22Z
https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-kustoff-applauds-senate-confirmation-mitch-graves-tva-board,Congressman Kustoff Applauds Senate Confirmation of Mitch Graves to TVA Board,2025-12-19,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,David Kustoff,K000392,kustoff.house.gov,kustoff,https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN-08) released the following statement after the U.S. Senate voted last night to confirm Mitch Graves to serve on the Tennessee Valley Authority Board of Directors.

""I applaud the U.S. Senate’s vote today confirming Mitch Graves to the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)’s Board of Directors. President Trump made an outstanding choice nominating Mitch Graves for the TVA Board of Directors.

With his experience leading as Chairman and President of the Memphis Light, Gas, and Water (MLG&W) Board, Mitch has a deep and profound understanding of how energy policy and infrastructure impact our communities.

Mitch’s executive leadership as the CEO of the West Cancer Center will be big benefit to the TVA Board as it makes critical and crucial decisions for the Mid-South. Mitch Graves will also bring a high level of expertise to the TVA Board of Directors. His confirmation is a win for Memphis, a win for West Tennessee, and a win for the entire TVA region. Thank you to Senator Marsha Blackburn and Senator Bill Hagerty for their support of this important nomination.""

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https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-urges-president-trump-reject-inappropriate-renaming,Congressman Cohen Urges President Trump to Reject Inappropriate Renaming of Kennedy Center,2025-12-18,2025,2025-12,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today urged President Donald Trump to reject the Kennedy Center Board’s reported decision to rename the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts as the “Trump-Kennedy Center,” calling the move inappropriate, divisive, and disrespectful to history.

“The Kennedy Center was created to honor President John F. Kennedy’s legacy and his belief that art and culture are essential to a vibrant democracy,” said Congressman Cohen. “As someone who lived through the trauma of President Kennedy’s assassination, I find this proposal deeply troubling.

“Renaming the Kennedy Center to include a sitting or former president’s name, particularly one who is still a partisan political figure, undermines the purpose of the institution and shows disrespect to the memory of President Kennedy and the moment in history it represents. This is not about politics. It is about decency.

“The Kennedy Center should remain what it was always meant to be: a living memorial to President Kennedy and a cultural home for all Americans, not a vehicle for personal or political branding.

“The action taken by the Trump-selected Board of Directors is outrageous and must be repealed. The Kennedy Center was named for President John F. Kennedy, a martyred hero and patron of the arts. To slap Trump’s shiny name on the iconic structure is a sacrilege, an insult to his memory and an offense to the American people. What’s next, the Trump Washington Monument? The Trump Lincoln Memorial?”

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https://vanepps.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-matt-van-epps-announces-senior-leadership-team,Congressman Matt Van Epps Announces Senior Leadership Team,2025-12-18,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,Matt Van Epps,V000139,vanepps.house.gov,vanepps,https://vanepps.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — Congressman Matt Van Epps (TN-07) today announced his senior leadership team, naming Sam Nienow as Chief of Staff, Alex Joyner as Senior Advisor, and Steve Allbrooks as District Director. Together, the team brings decades of experience serving Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District and deep institutional knowledge of both district and Washington operations.

“From day one, my priority has been building a team that understands this district and knows how to deliver results,” said Congressman Van Epps. “Sam, Alex, and Steve bring unmatched experience and a shared commitment to serving the people of Tennessee.”

Sam Nienow will serve as Chief of Staff, overseeing Congressman Van Epps’ Washington, D.C. operations. Nienow began serving under former Congressman Mark Green in 2019 as a Field Representative before becoming District Director, Deputy Chief of Staff, and ultimately Acting Chief of Staff during the final months of Green’s tenure. His experience across nearly every level of congressional office operations provides strong continuity and leadership.

Alex Joyner will serve as Senior Advisor, overseeing district operations and providing guidance on communications, legislative strategy, and operational matters. Joyner previously served as Congressman Van Epps’ campaign manager and began his career with Congressman Mark Green in 2018 as a Field Representative for his initial campaign for Congress. He later served as Bodyman, Staff Assistant, and Special Assistant, and managed Green’s successful congressional campaigns in 2022 and 2024.

Steve Allbrooks will serve as District Director. Allbrooks brings 23 years of experience serving Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District and has served as District Director for two previous Members of Congress, making Congressman Van Epps the third Member of Congress he has served in this role. His career includes service with then-Congresswoman Marsha Blackburn and later as District Director and Senior Advisor to Congressman Mark Green. His deep institutional knowledge and long-standing relationships will be a tremendous asset to Congressman Van Epps.

With over 36 years of combined experience and deep knowledge of Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District, this team is ready to serve from day one.

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https://vanepps.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-matt-van-epps-is-assigned-to-the-homeland-security-and-science-space-and-technology-committees,"Congressman Matt Van Epps is Assigned to the Homeland Security and Science, Space, and Technology Committees",2025-12-18,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,Matt Van Epps,V000139,vanepps.house.gov,vanepps,https://vanepps.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — Congressman Matt Van Epps announced today that he has been appointed to serve on the House Committee on Homeland Security and the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology—two key committees that directly impact the safety, growth, and future of Tennessee’s Seventh Congressional District.

“I am honored to serve on the Homeland Security Committee and the Science, Space, and Technology Committee,” said Congressman Van Epps. “These assignments give me the opportunity to work on legislation that protects our communities, keeps our borders secure, strengthens our economy, and ensures Tennessee’s Seventh District has a strong voice in shaping our nation’s future.”

As a member of the Homeland Security Committee, Congressman Van Epps will work on legislation to protect communities, keep our borders secure, combat drug and human trafficking, secure critical infrastructure, and support the men and women who work every day to keep our nation safe. These issues are especially important to the Seventh District, where strong law enforcement partnerships, secure supply chains, and resilient infrastructure are essential to public safety and economic growth.

Also serving on the Science, Space, and Technology Committee, Congressman Van Epps will focus on unleashing American innovation and supporting visionary industries that drive job creation and economic opportunity. The committee’s work supports STEM education, emerging technologies, and space and scientific research—areas that align with the district’s growing workforce, rich research institutions, and advanced manufacturing base.

“Our district is full of hardworking Tennesseans who want safe communities, good-paying jobs, and opportunities for the next generation,” Congressman Van Epps added. “I look forward to serving on these committees to fight for the values and priorities of the people of Tennessee’s Seventh District and to deliver real results for our communities and for our country.”",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-kustoff-introduces-legislation-strip-tax-exempt-status-terrorist,Congressman Kustoff Introduces Legislation to Strip Tax-Exempt Status from Terrorist-Supporting Non-Profits,2025-12-18,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,David Kustoff,K000392,kustoff.house.gov,kustoff,https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman David Kustoff introduced legislation to revoke the tax-exempt status of any non-profit organization that provides material support to terrorist groups. Senator John Cornyn (TX) introduced the Senate companion bill.

“Our tax laws should never be used to subsidize or shield organizations that help terrorists,”said Rep. David Kustoff.“There should be zero ambiguity and tolerance for non-profits that fund terrorists. This legislation ensures that groups providing material support to terrorist organizations lose their tax-exempt status and are held accountable. We must use every tool available to cut off support for terrorism and protect our national security.”

“I’m introducing legislation to strip CAIR of its tax-exempt status because no organization who bankrolls terrorists should get a tax break, period,”said Senator Cornyn. “CAIR is a radical group of terrorist sympathizers with a long history of undermining American values and trying to unconstitutionally impose Sharia Law on Texas, which is why I stand behind Governor Abbott’s decision to designate it as a foreign terrorist organization. I also call on President Trump to do so at the federal level to ensure this breeding ground for anti-American hate is starved of funding and forced to close its doors once and for all.”

Background:

This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to revoke the tax-exempt status of organizations that provide material support to terrorist groups. It defines a terrorist-supporting organization as one that provides more than a de minimis level of support to a designated terrorist organization within a three-year period.

The bill excludes lawful humanitarian aid approved by the Office of Foreign Assets Control or the State Department, with the concurrence of the Attorney General. It establishes a Treasury-led designation process that includes written notice, an opportunity to cure or contest the designation, administrative review through the IRS Independent Office of Appeals, and judicial review in federal district court, ensuring due process while protecting national security.

Read the full bill text here.

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https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-burchett-introduces-trump-tariff-rebate-act,Rep. Burchett Introduces the Trump Tariff Rebate Act,2025-12-17,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,Tim Burchett,B001309,burchett.house.gov,burchett,https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"For Immediate Release:

Today, Congressman Tim Burchett introduced the Trump Tariff Rebate Act (TTRA). The legislation would increase the standard deduction for all taxpaying Americans. By increasing the standard deduction, taxpayers would be placed in lower tax brackets, resulting in lower annual tax obligations. Thanks to President Trump’s tariff revenue, taxes could be lowered through the TTRA.

The Trump Tariff Rebate Act (TTRA) includes the following standard deduction increases for all tax-paying Americans:

$4,000 for joint filers and surviving spouses

$3,000 for heads of household

$2,000 for all other Americans

“When I first decided to run for Congress, one of my top priorities was to ensure that folks spend less of their hard-earned dollars in taxes. That hasn’t changed.” said Rep. Burchett. “The Trump Tariff Rebate Act is simple: lower taxes, and more money in your pocket.”

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https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-questions-witnesses-hearing-organized-retail-crime,Congressman Cohen Questions Witnesses at a Hearing on Organized Retail Crime,2025-12-17,2025,2025-12,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today questioned expert witnesses on organized retail crime at a hearing in the Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime.

In his opening statement, Congressman Cohen described the breadth of organized retail crime and its impact on Memphis, in particular, as a transportation and logistics hub. He also discussed the importance of a carefully calibrated federal policy that respects state and local public safety efforts.

“Organized Retail Crime [policies]... must be well-designed, with thoughtful allocation of roles and responsibilities. We need federal assistance, especially in tackling the interstate problems. We need federal expertise and tools to investigate sophisticated syndicates. But in doing that, we must be careful not to undermine the local policing,” Cohen said.

Pointing to the ongoing complications with the Memphis Safety Task Force, Congressman Cohen noted the unnecessary and ineffective deployment of the National Guard and that “we now have U.S. Marshals in Memphis, doing traffic stops.” Cohen continued, “this is troubling and potentially dangerous. First, it’s confusing. But it also undercuts the exact type of community-based policing that we have been striving to build.”

Acting as the Ranking Member of the Subcommittee, Congressman Cohen focused his questions on thefts from railroad boxcars, a serious ongoing problem in Memphis.

See his opening statement here and his questions to question to witnesses here.

Witnesses at today’s hearing were:

Scott McBride, Chief Global Asset Protection Officer & Chief Security Officer, American Eagle Inc.;

Chris Spear, President and CEO, American Trucking Association;

Shane Bennett, Principal of Cyber Defense for Theft, Fraud & Abuse, Target; and

Summer Stephan, District Attorney, San Diego County, California

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https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-reintroduces-home-lead-safety-tax-credit-act-0,Congressman Cohen Reintroduces the Home Lead Safety Tax Credit Act,2025-12-17,2025,2025-12,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON -- Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today reintroduced the Home Lead Safety Tax Credit Act, legislation to help American families cover the cost of eliminating lead from their homes. The Home Lead Safety Tax Credit Act would significantly broaden the national response to this threat to public health by providing refundable tax credits for homeowners, landlords, and tenants to remove lead from homes.

Congressman Cohen made the following statement:

“The safest place for a child should be his or her own home, but many homes built before 1978, including thousands in Memphis, have lead-based paint and other potential lead-related hazards. Children deserve to grow up free from the permanent harm, including neurological problems, that exposure to lead can cause. This legislation would create a tax credit to provide property owners the resources they need to address and remove hazards within their homes, and prevent long term health problems.”

The legislation, which Congressman Cohen first introduced in 2020, would create tax credits worth up to $4,000 to cover half the cost of abating lead hazards in paint, pipes, or soil. The new tax credits would supplement state and local lead control programs and would be available to offset costs for removing lead from houses built before lead-based paint was banned for residential use in 1978.

Lead is a powerful neurotoxin that can severely compromise the behavioral and cognitive development of children. Despite the widespread contamination of housing stock in the United States, funding for lead abatement programs, such as the Lead Hazard Control Grant Program, have only put a dent in the problem.

The Biden-Harris Administration issued a final rule in 2024 requiring the replacement of all lead pipes associated with drinking water systems within 10 years and requiring more rigorous testing of drinking water to prevent lead exposure.

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https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/house-passes-real-healthcare-reform-harshbarger-votes-yes,"House Passes Real Healthcare Reform, Harshbarger Votes Yes",2025-12-17,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,Diana Harshbarger,H001086,harshbarger.house.gov,harshbarger,https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger (R-TN) today applauded passage of the Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act, a major Republican-led effort to lower premiums, expand choice, and address the structural failures that have caused the health care marketplace to deteriorate.

“As premiums keep climbing thanks to the Unaffordable Care Act, Democrats continue defending a broken status quo that has failed working families,” said Congresswoman Harshbarger. “Republicans are advancing real reforms that finally lower premiums, expand choice, increase flexibility for small businesses, and save taxpayers tens of billions of dollars. Democrats want to pour more money into a failed system they created; we’re fixing the root causes of rising costs. Our goals are simple: restore choice, lower premiums, strengthen program integrity, and build a health care system that actually works for every American.”

BACKGROUND

For years, Democrats have pushed a government-driven, one-size-fits-all health care model built on mandates, subsidies, and bureaucracy. That approach has failed working families and small businesses. Premiums have soared and big insurers have profited enormously, with revenues jumping from $245 billion when Obamacare passed to $1.4 trillion in 2023, while a GAO investigation found NEARLY 100%of fictitious applicants were approved for subsidies, exposing significant waste and fraud.

The Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act delivers lower costs by reducing premiums, expanding choice, and empowering workers, families, and small businesses.

Cracks down on pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) middle-men, requiring transparency to help employers negotiate lower drug prices — saving taxpayers $1.9 billion.

Ends “silver loading” and funds Cost Sharing Reductions (CSR), reducing ACA premiums by 11% (twice the reduction of Democrats’ temporary COVID subsidies), saving patients up to $1,871 per year and taxpayers $36.7 billion.

Expands Association Health Plans, allowing small businesses and self-employed workers to band together, cutting premiums by up to 30%.

Protects employer-sponsored insurance, including access to stop-loss insurance so small businesses can manage high-cost claims.

Strengthens CHOICE Arrangements, enabling employers to offer flexible, tax-advantaged benefits — 83% of participating employers are offering health coverage for the first time.

These reforms target the root causes of rising premiums instead of pouring more money into the failure that is the Unaffordable Care Act.",1,2026-05-01T06:06:26Z,2026-05-01T06:08:22Z
https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-ogles-introduces-bill-rename-post-office-after-tennessee-hero,Rep. Ogles Introduces Bill to Rename Post Office After Tennessee Hero,2025-12-17,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,Andrew Ogles,O000175,ogles.house.gov,ogles,https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC – Congressman Andy Ogles introduced legislation to rename United States Post Office 38401-9998 in Columbia, Tennessee, after Columbia native and Medal of Honor recipient John Harlan Willis. Pharmacist's Mate First Class John Harlan Willis was born on June 10th, 1923. He joined the Navy at the age of 19 and was assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 27th Marines when they landed on Iwo Jima on February 9th, 1945.

On February 28, he was wounded while treating his fellow servicemen. Despite his injuries, he continued to assist his fellow soldiers. While he did this, the enemy began to assault his position with hand grenades. John threw back eight grenades before the ninth exploded in his hand, killing him. For his service, he was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor.

“John Harlan Willis embodied the very best of the American spirit. In the face of overwhelming danger, he chose courage, selflessness, and duty. Renaming this Post Office in his hometown ensures that future generations will remember a Tennessean who gave everything for his country,” said Congressman Ogles.

“His heroism at Iwo Jima will never be forgotten, and our nation owes him a permanent place of honor,” Congressman Ogles said.

“Pharmacist’s Mate First Class John Harlan Willis embodied the highest ideals of courage, sacrifice, and service, and I’m honored to support this effort to name a post office in his hometown in recognition of his heroism. As a Tennessean and a Medal of Honor recipient who gave his life caring for others in the heat of battle, his legacy deserves to be preserved and remembered. I’m proud to stand with my colleagues in paying tribute to an American hero,” said Congresswoman Harshbarger.

“It is an honor to co-sponsor this legislation to ensure that Pharmacist’s Mate First Class John Harlan Willis’s service and sacrifice are permanently recognized in the community he called home. Naming the Columbia Post Office after him is a fitting tribute to a Tennessean whose courage and dedication to country exemplify the very best of our nation’s values. This designation ensures that future generations will remember his legacy,” said Congressman Van Epps.

Cosponsors (8): Reps Harshbarger [TN-01], Burchett [TN-02], Fleischmann [TN-03], DesJarlais [TN-04], Rose [TN-06], Van Epps [TN-07], Kustoff [TN-08], and Cohen [TN-09]

READ THE BILL HERE

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https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-rose-delivers-upper-cumberland-veterans-new-state-cemetery-funding,Rep. Rose Delivers for Upper Cumberland Veterans with New State Cemetery Funding,2025-12-17,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,John W. Rose,R000612,johnrose.house.gov,johnrose,https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"COOKEVILLE, TN—Today, U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) announced that the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has approved full federal funding for the establishment of the new Upper Cumberland State Veterans Cemetery in White County — less than a month after Rep. Rose led a letter urging the VA to prioritize the project.

“I’m proud to have fought for the 25,000 veterans in the Upper Cumberland who’ve gone far too long without a nearby state-run cemetery,” Rep. Rose said. “This project will provide Tennessee’s veterans and their families with a dignified, no-cost resting place close to home. I’m grateful to Rep. DesJarlais and the Upper Cumberland Veterans Cemetery Association for their partnership and advocacy in making this possible.”

“Tennessee is home to some of the finest men and women who have served our country with honor. I am thrilled to have worked with Rep. Rose and other federal and state partners to secure funding for a new veterans cemetery in the Upper Cumberland region,” Rep. DesJarlais said.

Background:

The Upper Cumberland region—spanning 14 counties and home to more than 25,000 veterans—currently has no state or national veterans cemetery. Families must travel to Nashville, Knoxville, or beyond for burial options, leaving the region effectively “unserved.”

The new facility will close that gap by offering no-cost burials for veterans and no- or low-cost options for spouses and dependents, giving rural families a long-overdue local option. Once completed, the Upper Cumberland State Veterans Cemetery will become Tennessee’s sixth state-run veterans cemetery, ensuring the state’s heroes have a fitting final resting place near the communities they served.",1,2026-06-27T21:44:12Z,2026-06-27T22:31:39Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-questions-witnesses-hearing-southern-poverty-law,Congressman Cohen Questions Witnesses at a Hearing on the Southern Poverty Law Center,2025-12-16,2025,2025-12,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9), a senior member of the Judiciary Committee, today questioned expert witnesses before its Subcommittee on the Constitution and Limited Government at a hearing entitled “Partisan and Profitable: The SPLC’s Influence on Federal Civil Rights Policy.”

The Republican majority on the Subcommittee sought to characterize the longtime civil rights organization -- founded in 1971 by civil rights giants Julian Bond and Morris Dees, and which historically sued the Ku Klux Klan and other white supremacist groups into bankruptcy -- as an “anti-Christian” organization. It also suggested it had an outsized and illegitimate influence on the Biden Civil Rights Division of the Department of Justice.

“They (SPLC) used to bring cases, and I still think they do bring cases, that are important,” Congressman Cohen said.

Congressman Cohen also noted that many leaders of the Church of God in Christ (COGIC), A.M.E, C.M.E., and Black Baptist congregations are supporters of the SPLC.

See Congressman Cohen’s exchange with the witnesses here.

Witnesses at the hearing were:

Andrew Sypher, Executive Vice President of Field Operations, Turning Point USA

Tony Perkins, President, Family Research Council

Tyler O’Neil, Senior Editor, The Daily Signal

Amanda Tyler, Executive Director, Baptist Joint Committee for Religious Liberty

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https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressmen-cohen-and-wilson-and-senators-welch-and-curtis-welcome,Congressmen Cohen and Wilson and Senators Welch and Curtis Welcome Release of Belarusian Political Prisoners,2025-12-16,2025,2025-12,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressmen Steve Cohen (TN-9) and Joe Wilson (SC-2) and Senators Peter Welch of Vermont and John Curtis of Utah today welcomed the release of 123 political prisoners held by Belarusian strongman Aleksandr Lukashenka. Congressman Cohen, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe Parliamentary Assembly’s Special Representative on Political Prisoners, had sought the release of several opposition leaders held since a 2020 crackdown after a rigged election.

Congressman Cohen joined Helsinki Commission Co-Chairman Wilson and Senators Welch and Curtis in an open letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio on November 17 urging him to continue working for the release of the Belarusians and use caution in future negotiations with the Putin-aligned Lukashenka regime. The letter specifically mentioned Maryia Kalesnikava, Ales Bialiatski, Viktar Babaryka, Uladzimir Labkovich, and Maksim Znak who were released on Saturday. Other political prisoners mentioned in the letter but still imprisoned include Marfa Rabkova, Valiantsin Stefanovich, Nasta (Anastasia) Loika, Eduard Babaryka, Dzyanis Ivashyn, and Kaciaryna Andrejeva.

The lawmakers released this joint statement:

“While long overdue, the release of Maryia Kalesnikava, Viktar Babaryka and other high-profile political prisoners is a welcome development. There are still at least 1,100 political prisoners in Lukashenko’s jails, and we will continue to work for their release.”

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/harshbarger-obernolte-torres-vasquez-introduce-bipartisan-bill-protect,"Harshbarger, Obernolte, Torres & Vasquez Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Consumer Choice and Strengthen Vehicle Safety",2025-12-15,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,Diana Harshbarger,H001086,harshbarger.house.gov,harshbarger,https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — Representatives Diana Harshbarger (R-TN), Jay Obernolte (R-CA), Norma Torres (D-CA), and Gabe Vasquez (D-NM) introduced the Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Functionality and Integrity Act, bipartisan legislation to ensure Americans can safely modify their vehicles without compromising critical safety systems.

“Personalizing a vehicle is part of American culture, and millions of drivers shouldn’t have to choose between the freedom to modify their car and the confidence that their safety systems will work properly,” said Congresswoman Harshbarger. “Our bill gives consumers the clarity they deserve by ensuring NHTSA, manufacturers, and the aftermarket industry are all working together to provide clear, data-driven guidelines for modern vehicle modifications. The ADAS Functionality and Integrity Act will strike the right balance between innovation, safety, and consumer choice, and I’m proud to introduce this bipartisan solution.”

Each year, approximately 8.6 million vehicles are modified across the United States, from lift kits and suspension changes to engine upgrades, as millions of drivers enjoy the ability to personalize and adapt their vehicles. At the same time, newer vehicles increasingly rely on Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) including automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assistance, and collision-avoidance technology. Without clear guidance, routine modifications can unintentionally affect sensors and calibration, potentially undermining key safety features.

The ADAS Functionality and Integrity Act addresses this challenge by strengthening safety while preserving consumer freedom. The bill directs the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to develop clear, data-driven guidelines for vehicle modifications on model year 2028 and newer vehicles, ensuring drivers understand how aftermarket changes may interact with ADAS technologies.

The legislation is supported by the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA).

“The right to modify is a quintessentially American value shared by SEMA and automotive enthusiasts from coast to coast – but until the bold actions of Rep. Harshbarger there has never been a concerted effort to ensure this right is protected in American law. We applaud her leadership in introducing the ADAS Functionality & Integrity Act. This bill will provide the American people with certainty and protections to ensure that commonly modified vehicles remain as safe and functional as their manufacturers intended, while also protecting owners’ ability to add wraps or upgrade bumpers and wheels, and live their best lives through their vehicles.” - Karen Bailey-Chapman, Senior Vice President for Public and Government Affairs for SEMA

BACKGROUND:

The ADAS Functionality and Integrity Act accomplishes three key things:

Establishes Clear Guidelines for Safe Vehicle Modifications: The legislation instructs NHTSA to publish comprehensive guidelines explaining how common aftermarket modifications may affect ADAS safety features. These guidelines will help consumers personalize their vehicles with confidence without imposing new regulatory burdens on industry.

Requires Data-Driven Coordination with Industry and Experts: NHTSA must collaborate with vehicle manufacturers, standard-setting organizations, dealers, and the aftermarket industry. All guidelines must be rooted in empirical data and dynamic testing to ensure safety while supporting continued innovation.",1,2026-04-30T06:05:15Z,2026-04-30T06:07:09Z
https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/harshbarger-weber-perry-introduce-driver-act-restore-americans-property-rights,"Harshbarger, Weber, Perry introduce DRIVER Act to Restore Americans’ Property Rights and Protect Vehicle Data",2025-12-12,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,Diana Harshbarger,H001086,harshbarger.house.gov,harshbarger,https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger (R-TN), along with her colleagues, Congressman Randy Weber (R-TX) and Congressman Scott Perry (R-PA) introduced the Data Rights for Information and Vehicle Electronics in Real-time (DRIVER) Act, legislation that reaffirms a basic principle: if you own the vehicle, you should own the data it generates.

“If you buy the car, you should own the data. It’s that simple,” said Congresswoman Harshbarger. “Automakers have quietly taken control of information that rightfully belongs to consumers. The DRIVER Act restores those property rights, strengthens privacy protections, and ensures no foreign adversary can access Americans’ sensitive vehicle data. This bill puts Americans back in the driver’s seat and protects our data and national security in the digital age.”

""In a day and age where data collection is the new gold rush, Americans shouldn’t lose control over their own personal information just by turning the key in their car,” said Congressman Weber. ""Drivers deserve clear ownership of the data their vehicles generate and the peace of mind that it isn’t being misused or sent overseas. I’m proud to work with Congresswoman Harshbarger on the DRIVER Act to implement these common-sense protections, safeguard privacy, and ensure vehicle data stays in the driver's hands.”

""Auto manufacturers are secretly tracking where, when, and how you drive - and it’s an obvious threat to your Constitutional right to privacy,” said Congressman Perry.“Our 'DRIVER Act' restores your property rights, ownership of your data, and revokes self-awarded, all-access pass to private property. When you buy a car, it's yours - to include your vehicle-generated data. The DRIVER Act is a win for common sense and drivers across America.""

Additionally, the DRIVER Act has the support of the American Vehicle Owners Alliance.

""For too long, automakers have held the keys not just to our vehicles, but also to the data we generate by driving them. This bill is a critical step to restore trust and ensure that American drivers—not just manufacturers—access and control the information generated by their own vehicles. When you buy a car, you should own both the machine and the data it produces. For individual drivers, this means stronger privacy and property rights. For fleet owners and operators, it means fair access to their data, which they need to maintain vehicles, manage safety, and keep their businesses competitive. AVOA urges Congress to pass the DRIVER Act to protect consumers’ property rights, foster competition, and prevent unnecessary and burdensome restrictions on owners’ access to their data."" – Richard Ward, Executive Director of AVOA

You can read the full bill text HERE.

BACKGROUND:

For decades, vehicle owners—whether individuals, small businesses, or fleet managers—had full access to essential vehicle information like mileage, diagnostics, fuel levels, and even location data. But as modern vehicles became more connected, automakers increasingly claimed ownership of this data, restricting access and eroding the traditional property rights of vehicle owners.

The DRIVER Act restores control to the American driver. By ensuring real-time access to all vehicle-generated data, strengthening privacy protections, and blocking the sale of sensitive information to foreign adversaries, the bill establishes a future-ready framework that promotes safety, competition, and national security.

Key Provisions of the DRIVER Act:",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-kustoff-panetta-introduces-bill-strengthen-americas-critical,"Congressman Kustoff, Panetta Introduces Bill to Strengthen America’s Critical Mineral Supply Chain",2025-12-12,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,David Kustoff,K000392,kustoff.house.gov,kustoff,https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman David Kustoff (TN-08) and Congressman Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) introduced the Restoring American Mineral Security Act, legislation aimed to reduce U.S. dependence on adversaries like China and Russia for critical minerals. Senators Bill Hagerty (TN) and Catherine Cortez Masto (NV) introduced the companion bill in the Senate.

“The United States cannot afford to depend on foreign adversaries for critical minerals,” said Congressman Kustoff. “This legislation takes an important step to forge a strong partnership with allied countries, stop adversarial manipulation, and strengthen our U.S. national security. A reliable supply of critical minerals is essential for our economy, our military, and our long-term competitiveness.”

“If we don’t want to lose out to the CCP and Russia in the race to control critical minerals, we need to get serious about strengthening our supply chains,” said Congressman Panetta. “The RAMS Act confronts the underhanded tactics of our foreign adversaries head-on by creating a formal alliance to ensure we have a hand on the wheel when it comes to the critical minerals market. This is a commonsense step towards protecting our economic and national security interests.”

Background:

Foreign adversaries have been flooding global markets with artificially cheap, low-quality minerals, undercutting American producers and gaining leverage over critical supply chains. China currently controls much of the world’s mining and processing capacity, leaving the United States vulnerable to unfair trade practices, price manipulation, and strategic pressure.

The Restoring American Mineral Security Act addresses these challenges by establishing the Critical Minerals Security Alliance composed of trusted member nations. Members of the alliance would:

Agree to raise tariffs on minerals from adversaries and enforce fair trade rules.

Share information on mining and processing capacity.

Be exempt from certain U.S. tariffs on critical minerals and related goods.

Reinvest tariff revenue into American and allied mineral projects.

The bill also mandates a five-year review to determine whether the alliance should expand or make other adjustments, with final approval resting with Congress.

Read the full bill text of the Restoring American Mineral Security Act here.

###",1,2026-06-10T06:36:00Z,2026-06-10T06:37:32Z
https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-ogles-co-leads-charlie-kirk-act,Rep. Ogles Co-Leads “Charlie Kirk Act”,2025-12-12,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,Andrew Ogles,O000175,ogles.house.gov,ogles,https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC – Congressman Andy Ogles introduced a companion bill to Senator Mike Lee’s (R-UT) “Charlie Kirk Act”. This bill will shut down taxpayer-funded propaganda aimed at the American people. Named for the great late American hero Charlie Kirk, the bill honors his commitment to fair and open debate. It restores the core protections of American citizens against false information from the government. These protections were removed by the Obama administration in amending the Smith-Mundt Act. This legislation creates a critical safeguard against an overreaching federal government.

“The federal government has no business brainwashing the American people. For years, the government has controlled the media behind the scenes to spew globalist propaganda. The result has been a rightful erosion of trust in every institution. The United States government should never use its power to steer, shape, or censor the free flow of information in our own country. This bill begins the work of winning that trust back. I want to thank Senator Lee for his work on this, and I'm proud to co-lead his effort here in the House,” said Congressman Ogles.

Cosponsors (1): Rep. Bryon Donalds [FL-19]

READ THE BILL HERE

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https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-rose-calls-usda-disaster-relief-huge-blessing-tennessee-farmers,Rep. Rose Calls USDA Disaster Relief a ‘Huge Blessing for Tennessee Farmers’,2025-12-12,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,John W. Rose,R000612,johnrose.house.gov,johnrose,https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, DC—Today, U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) announced his support of United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) $38.1 million grant agreement with the Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA) to cover losses from Hurricane Helene. The grant will target infrastructure and timber losses in addition to future economic losses and market losses.

“Today’s announcement by U.S. Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Stephen Vaden, a fellow Tennessean, is a huge blessing for East Tennessee agriculture producers,” Rep. Rose said. “Some areas of Tennessee received up to 15 inches of rainfall during Hurricane Helene, ruining crops and forage, littering fields with debris, and resulting in loss of equipment and other infrastructure. This is yet another example of the Trump Administration following through on its commitment to our nation’s farmers.”

The finalized agreement between USDA, Governor Bill Lee, and TDA will cover qualifying losses not addressed by other USDA disaster programs. Tennessee agriculture producers should seek additional information through TDA.",1,2026-06-27T21:44:12Z,2026-06-27T22:31:39Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-calls-trumps-national-security-strategy-disastrous,Congressman Cohen Calls Trump’s National Security Strategy “Disastrous”,2025-12-11,2025,2025-12,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9), the House Ranking Member of the Commission for Security and Cooperation in Europe, today went to the House floor to denounce the Trump administration’s recently published National Security Strategy. In his remarks, he said in part:

“At the end of last week, President Trump published his National Security Strategy. It could have been called his National Insecurity Strategy. To say it’s bad is an understatement. It’s disastrous.

“During Europe’s largest land war since World War II, the strategy saves its harshest criticisms for our allies, rather than Russia with war criminal Putin, who started the war. The document elevates a strongman leadership model over democratic values, something unheard of in America. It’s focused on spheres of influence and suggests the strongest person in the region gets to decide the rules. These are not American values.

“Previous National Security Strategies upheld America’s commitment to democracy and human rights, strengthened our alliances and countered powerful adversaries like Russia and China. This strategy abandons that tradition in favor of a narrow transactional approach.

“Notably, the word ‘corruption’ is absent from the entire strategy. It’s well known that global corruption fuels instability, weakens governments and its absence is extremely dangerous and allows bad actors to flourish. The National Security Strategy abandons our allies, our principles and the values that have guided American leadership for decades.”

See the entire speech here.

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-questions-expert-hearing-foreign-intelligence,Congressman Cohen Questions Expert at Hearing on the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act,2025-12-11,2025,2025-12,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9), a senior member of the Judiciary Committee and a member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, today questioned an expert witness in an oversight hearing on reforms to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act’s (FISA) Section 702 program which expires in April. His questions to Liza Goitein, the senior director for Liberty and National Security at the Brennan Center for Justice, focused on the impact of artificial intelligence in information gathering and the consistency of FISA court rulings.

He finished his questions to Goitein by asking about the eight Republican Senators, including both Tennessee Senators, and one member of the House of Representatives whose phone metadata was subpoenaed by Special Counsel Jack Smith as he investigated the January 6, 2021, insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.

A provision in a massive spending bill that passed last month authorizes payment to the lawmakers of $500,000 to $1 million if they sue over their subpoenaed records, an issue that the Congressman has sought to repeal.

See the entire exchange with Goitein here.

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-reintroduces-cdbg-equity-act,Congressman Cohen Reintroduces the CDBG Equity Act,2025-12-11,2025,2025-12,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON -- Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09) today reintroduced the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Equity Act, which would update the current U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) CDBG funding criteria and adopt a single formula for grants based on factors reflecting current needs.

HUD’s CDBG program is one of the largest and longest-standing in existence, annually allocating billions of dollars in federal assistance to state and local governments in support of local neighborhood revitalization, housing rehabilitation, and community and economic development efforts, principally for low- and moderate-income people. There are currently two funding formulas, dating from 1974 and 1977, which differ in the ways they allocate resources based on poverty levels and population, among other factors. The CBDG Equity Act would adopt a single formula based on four modern factors and allocate funding based on:

Poverty rate per person in families and elderly households: 50 percent

Female-headed households with children under 18: 10 percent

Pre-1950 housing occupied by a poverty household: 30 percent

Overcrowded housing units (more than 1.01 persons per room): 10 percent

Congressman Cohen made the following statement:

“Memphis has not received its fair share of CBDG funding for decades because of the antiquated funding formula HUD uses in allocating Community Development Block Grants. In consultation with the City of Memphis and other stakeholders, I have proposed a new funding formula, which I first introduced in the 116th Congress in 2020. It more fairly measures real community needs and will provide Memphis with a greater share of this critical funding.”

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-speaks-and-votes-against-permit-act,Congressman Cohen Speaks and Votes Against the PERMIT Act,2025-12-11,2025,2025-12,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) spoke from the House floor and later voted against the Promoting Efficient Review for Modern Infrastructure Today (PERMIT) Act after three amendments he proposed to better protect the Memphis water supply were rejected by the Rules Committee. The measure passed on a 221 to 205 vote.

Congressman Cohen’s proposed amendments would have:

Protected Community Drinking Water Aquifers by requiring cumulative impacts assessments, groundwater contamination reviews, and a local public hearing before approving major pipeline or energy projects near a community’s primary drinking water source, such as the Memphis Sand Aquifer

Restored Oversight and Public Participation for Nationwide Permits by reinstating the long-standing five-year review cycle, removing the bill’s mandate for a permanent nationwide pipeline permit, and ensuring any renewal or reissuance includes a public comment period and an opportunity for a public hearing—safeguards that would have prevented the Byhalia Pipeline from advancing with minimal scrutiny

Ensured EPA Health Certification by requiring the agency to certify, using the best available science, that the PERMIT Act would not increase exposure to harmful contaminants, elevate risks to pregnant women, infants, or children, or worsen pollution burdens in communities with documented industrial exposure.

In his floor remarks, Congressman Cohen said in part:

“I rise in strong opposition to the PERMIT Act. For more than fifty years, the Clean Water Act has kept toxic chemicals out of our rivers, streams, and wetlands our communities rely on. This bill undermines these protections by shielding polluters from responsibility for toxic wastes like PFAS, lead, mercury, and arsenic…I filed three straight-forward amendments to the bill to protect public health. One to require cumulative impacts and groundwater reviews for projects near community drinking water aquifers, like the one that supplies Memphis. Second, to restore oversight and public participation for nationwide permits, protections that would have prevented the Byhalia Pipeline from being rushed through my district. Third, to require the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to certify that the bill will not increase exposure to harmful contaminants. Unfortunately, none were made in order by the Rules Committee Therefore I oppose the bill and urge a no vote. Permitting reform should not come at the expense of children’s and seniors’ health, clean drinking water, or communities with a history of industrial exposure.”

See the floor speech here.

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/harshbarger-introduces-bipartisan-pharmacists-fight-back-act-crack-down,Harshbarger Introduces Bipartisan Pharmacists Fight Back Act to Crack Down on Predatory Drug Pricing,2025-12-11,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,Diana Harshbarger,H001086,harshbarger.house.gov,harshbarger,https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Diana Harshbarger (R, TN-01), Jake Auchincloss (D, MA-04), and House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer (R, KY-01) introduced the Pharmacists Fight Back Act to tackle the manipulative practices of Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) – the middlemen of drug pricing. PBMs are directly responsible for driving up drug costs by thousands of dollars, gouging community pharmacists, and limiting patient choice in federal health care plans.

Patients, community pharmacies, and taxpayers have been forced to shoulder the burden of rising drug prices at the hands of PBMs. The lack of PBM accountability has inflated drug costs for families at the pharmacy counter and driven the closures of independent and community-based pharmacies. On average, one independent pharmacy closes every day in the US.

The Pharmacists Fight Back Act prohibits PBMs from engaging in predatory behaviors. The bill implements a transparent pharmacy reimbursement model using market-based pricing benchmarked to the National Average Drug Acquisition Cost (NADAC). It also removes the ability of PBMs to limit the network of pharmacies patients may choose to use and protects community pharmacists by prohibiting PBMs from steering patients to PBM-affiliated pharmacies. It enforces stricter penalties and more stringent oversight of PBMs working with federal health plans.

“Patients and community pharmacists are being hurt by a system that PBMs have distorted for years which drives up out-of-pocket costs and forces local pharmacies out of business,” said Congresswoman Harshbarger. “The Pharmacists Fight Back Act introduces the transparency and fairness needed to stop PBM abuses and protect patient choice. This bill is about putting patients over profits and restoring a system that works for everyone.

""Americans want lower prices and a fair shot for small business. This bill delivers both. With support from the most progressive to the most conservative Members, Pharmacists Fight Back will lower prescription prices and put independent pharmacists on the level playing field they deserve.” said Rep. Auchincloss.

""Rarely does a day go by without hearing from my constituents in Kentucky who are struggling under the weight of soaring prescription drug costs. The questions I hear time and again are: Why is this happening? And who is benefiting? My response is the same each time, it’s the PBMs—the pharmacy benefit managers—who sit in the middle of nearly every prescription transaction,” said Chairman Comer. “PBMs have abused their position as middlemen to line their own pockets by retaining rebates and fees, undermine our community pharmacists and pass along costs to patients at the pharmacy counter. Congress has a responsibility to act and that's why I am proud to support the bipartisan Pharmacists Fight Back Act. This legislation takes meaningful steps to protect patients and our community pharmacists, ensuring they can access and provide affordable, life-saving medications to Americans without PBM interference. I look forward to working with Rep. Auchincloss, Rep. Harshbarger, and our local pharmacists to get this legislation to the President’s desk.""

“The Pharmacists Fight Back Act is a vital step to protect patient access to their pharmacy of choice and bring transparency to PBM practices. Tennessee has led on PBM reform at the state level, but now Congress must act to ensure fair pharmacy reimbursement, ban patient steering, and enforce PBM accountability nationwide. We applaud Rep. Harshbarger for her leadership in introducing this important bipartisan legislation,” said Anthony Pudlo, PharmD, MBA, MSHIA, Chief Executive Officer, Tennessee Pharmacists Association.

“PBMs, acting as government contractors in federal healthcare programs, are exploiting their position by under-reimbursing independent pharmacies. They are also steering patients towards and over-reimbursing PBM-affiliated pharmacies and denying patients the benefit of drug maker rebates at the pharmacy counter,” said Greg Reybold, Vice President of Healthcare Policy & General Counsel at the American Pharmacy Cooperative, Inc. “These unfair PBM practices harm independent pharmacies, limit patient choice and access to care, and result in poorer medication adherence and health outcomes, all while increasing costs for patients and taxpayers. The Pharmacists Fight Back Act brings these unfair practices to a screeching halt and will restore transparent market-based pricing for patients and pharmacies. APCI proudly endorses the Pharmacists Fight Back Act, and we extend our gratitude to Representatives Auchincloss, Comer, and Harshbarger for their work in introducing this legislation.”

“Big insurers have been gaming the system for years, using PBMs to boost their profits while patients, taxpayers, and local pharmacies pay the price,” said Rachel Madley, PhD, Director of Policy and Advocacy at the Center for Health and Democracy. “The Pharmacists Fight Back Act will rein in profiteering by monopolistic insurers that own PBMs and pharmacies, and lower prescription drug costs for patients who depend on these medications to live.”

“Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) have long exploited a lack of transparency and accountability, driving up patients’ out-of-pocket costs for life-saving medicines,” said Dr. Robert Popovian, Pharm.D., MS, Pioneer Institute and Global Healthy Living Foundation. “For decades, these intermediaries, who do not contribute to patient care, have evaded federal oversight. The Global Healthy Living Foundation commends bipartisan efforts to rein in PBMs and ensure patients can access innovative medicines at fair, affordable costs.”

While PBMs claim to create ""savings"" through manufacturer rebates and discounts, those “savings” rarely trickle down to the patient. The Pharmacists Fight Back Act will not only reduce beneficiaries out-of-pocket costs by passing rebates directly back to the patient, but will also ban plans from mandating higher priced brand name drugs over lower priced generics on formularies, foster transparency and promote fairness in the system by prohibiting PBMs from steering patients to their own pharmacies; not to mention the hefty fine PBMs will pay for each violation,” said Madelaine Feldman, MD, FACR; Rheumatologist; Vice President, Advocacy & Government Affairs; Coalition of State Rheumatology Organizations.",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases/ogles-responds-davidson-general-sessions-judges-dodging-oversight-alleged,Ogles Responds to Davidson General Sessions Judges Dodging Oversight on Alleged Somali Rapist,2025-12-11,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,Andrew Ogles,O000175,ogles.house.gov,ogles,https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Andy Ogles issued a response to the Nashville Metropolitan General Sessions Court after it sent a letter to Governor Bill Lee seemingly criticizing Ogles for demanding accountability. The judges allowed a Somali migrant criminal to run free by dismissing his charges over 12 times before he raped and killed a young Nashville woman.

Statement: ""Instead of apologizing to the family of that young woman who was raped to death, instead of apologizing to the people of Nashville, these judges have the gall to publicly complain about my oversight and call it 'dangerous rhetoric.” A woman was raped and is now dead because of woke policies, and those on the Davidson County General Sessions Court who let off a dangerous migrant criminal more than twelve times,” said Congressman Ogles.

These judges are asking Governor Lee to give them heightened security because they feel threatened by my comments. Where were these Judges when she was being raped? Where were they when she lay dying? Do they care at all about the safety of my constituents? Doubtful,” Congressman Ogles said.",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-applauds-63-million-investment-western-tennessee,Congressman Cohen Applauds $6.3 Million Investment in Western Tennessee by the Delta Regional Authority,2025-12-10,2025,2025-12,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today applauded the announcement by the Clarksdale, Mississippi-based Delta Regional Authority (DRA) that it will invest more than $6.3 million in a variety of projects in West Tennessee, including employment training in welding and coding.

Congressman Cohen made the following statement:

“These investments in West Tennessee will improve lives and result in higher employment in skilled trades. The DRA is focusing on the economic development of our region and its efforts will transform lives.”

The funding announced today includes:

$635,000 for imaging equipment for an emergency facility in McNairy County;

$350,000 for the Floor Covering Education Foundation to address a shortage of skilled flooring installers in the Memphis region;

$375,000 for the Boilermakers and Welding Institute for workforce development in the Memphis region;

$349,000 to Memphis-based CodeCrew to expand its software engineering program;

$465,000 to LaunchYourCity to address the needs of small businesses in the Central Busisiness District of Memphis; and

$509,000 to the Industrial Development Board of the Town of Covington for infrastructure improvements and job creation in Tipton County.

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https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-rose-introduces-ndaa-amendment-strike-senate-payday-provision,Rep. Rose Introduces NDAA Amendment to Strike Senate Payday Provision,2025-12-10,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,John W. Rose,R000612,johnrose.house.gov,johnrose,https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC—Today, U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) proposed an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026, the bill that sets policies and authorizes programs for the United States’ national defense, Department of War, and related programs.

The amendment would repeal a provision of the government funding bill, signed into law on Nov. 12, that permits eight U.S. Senators to sue taxpayers for $500,000 or more following subpoenas of their phone data executed by the Biden-era FBI.

Rep. Rose released the following statement:

“The House passed a bill repealing this unconstitutional money grab 20 days ago – 426 to 0 – and Leader Thune has yet to bring it to a vote,” Rep. Rose said. “Since the Senate sees fit to shove a self-serving money grab into a must-pass funding bill to reopen the government, then the House should do the same and shove a repeal into the must-pass NDAA.”

The amendment is co-sponsored by Rep. Madeleine Dean (D-PA).

Background:",1,2026-06-27T21:44:12Z,2026-06-27T22:31:39Z
https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressmen-kustoff-moore-and-cuellar-introduce-legislation-strengthen,"Congressmen Kustoff, Moore, and Cuellar Introduce Legislation to Strengthen Enforcement of Carjacking",2025-12-09,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,David Kustoff,K000392,kustoff.house.gov,kustoff,https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – On November 19th, Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN), Congressman Barry Moore (R-AL), and Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX) introduced the Federal Carjacking Enforcement Act in the U.S. House of Representatives. This legislation updates federal statute to give prosecutors the tools they need to charge criminal carjackers and get them off our streets.

""Current federal statute makes carjacking cases difficult to prosecute,” said Congressman Kustoff. “The bill changes that by requiring prosecutors to prove that a person knowingly took a motor vehicle by force, violence, or intimidation. This change closes a loophole that has allowed violent offenders to avoid being charged and held accountable.”

“Carjackings have increased across the country, particularly in our Nation's capital, and families are paying the price for Washington’s failure to address this growing problem,” said Congressman Moore. “Federal prosecutors shouldn’t have to read minds to put dangerous criminals behind bars. I thank Rep. Kustoff and Rep. Cuellar for partnering with me to restore common sense to the law by removing a decades-old drafting error that has handcuffed law enforcement and emboldened offenders. Every American deserves to know they can drive to work, church, or school safely, and this bipartisan legislation brings us one step closer to restoring law and order.”

""Our bipartisan bill fixes a longstanding error in federal law that’s made it harder to go after dangerous carjackers, and I want to thank my friend and colleague from Alabama, Rep. Barry Moore, for working with me on this effort,"" said Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28). ""I’m focused on the rise in violent crime that families are seeing across the country. I want to make sure law enforcement has the resources they need to respond to these trends and keep our communities safe. I’ll keep fighting for stronger public safety laws that support our communities.""

The Federal Carjacking Enforcement Act is co-sponsored by Representatives Nehls (R-TX), Guest (R-MS), Luna (R-FL), Palmer (R-AL), Gill (R-TX), Harris (R-NC), Rutherford (R-FL), Williams (R-TX), Hunt (R-TX), McGuire (R-VA), Harrigan (R-NC), Mace (R-SC), Ogles (R-TN), Miller (R-OH), Carter (R-GA), Kim (R-CA) Huizenga (R-MI), Sessions (R-TX), and Babin (R-TX). Senator Blackburn (R-TN) introduced a companion bill in the U.S. Senate in May of 2025.

This bill is endorsed by the National District Attorneys Association, the Major County Sheriffs of America, the National Association of Police Organizations, and the Tennessee District Attorneys General Conference.

Background:

This bill strengthens the federal carjacking statute by updating the elements prosecutors must prove in order to bring a charge. Under current law, prosecutors must prove that the offender intended to cause harm at the exact moment they took the vehicle, which has created a loophole that allows offenders to evade federal prosecution. The bill replaces that requirement with a standard that the person knowingly took the vehicle. This change restores Congress’s original intent from the 1994 Crime Bill and closes a longstanding gap that has shielded violent offenders from accountability.

Read the bill text HERE.",1,2026-04-24T05:51:25Z,2026-04-24T05:53:00Z
https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-rose-congratulates-east-tennessee-airmen-garnering-historic-usaf,Rep. Rose Congratulates East Tennessee Airmen on Garnering Historic USAF Designation,2025-12-07,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,John W. Rose,R000612,johnrose.house.gov,johnrose,https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"COOKEVILLE, TN—On Sunday, U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) joined a crowd of servicemembers in East Tennessee to celebrate the recent decision by the United States Air Force to designate McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base as Main Operating Base (MOB) 7, equipping the 134th Air Refueling Wing with eight new KC-46 aircraft.

Photos from the event can be found here.

The announcement follows years of advocacy by Rep. Rose. Since coming to Congress in 2019, Congressman Rose and his team have heard from many stakeholders, including 134th Air Refueling Wing Commander Col. Ronald Selvidge and Tennessee National Guard Adjutant General Warner Ross. He’s also raised the importance of this designation and the potential impact on national security, for years, to his House colleagues who serve on the House Armed Services Committee.

Rep. Rose released the following statement:

“The 1,350 servicemembers that make up the 134th Air Refueling Wing in East Tennessee make it possible for the United States to project power around the world,” Rep. Rose said. “Those men and women stand ready to defend liberty and freedom whenever they’re needed, wherever they’re needed. Bringing eight state-of-the-art aircraft to East Tennessee means their critical mission can be carried out with greater capacity and with more versatility, securing our nation—and the globe.”

Background:

The KC-46 Pegasus will enable the 134th Air Refueling Wing to service a wider variety of aircraft and execute non-fuel related aid, improving operations during peacetime mobility or times of conflict and rapid deployment. In November, USAF announced that the McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base was selected as the preferred location for MOB-7.",1,2026-06-27T21:44:12Z,2026-06-27T22:31:39Z
https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-burchett-writes-letter-president-trump-requesting-investigation,Congressman Burchett Writes Letter to President Trump Requesting an Investigation into NGOs,2025-12-04,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,Tim Burchett,B001309,burchett.house.gov,burchett,https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"For Immediate Release:

Washington, DC (December 4, 2025) — Today, US Congressman Tim Burchett wrote to President Trump about the wrongful use of taxpayer money to support non-government organizations (NGOs). With the creation of DOGE, the American public can now see where their money is going. These NGOs have diverted our tax dollars to organizations such as the Taliban and have played a significant role in the importation of over 80,000 Somalians, many of whom are currently under investigation for allegedly stealing over a billion dollars from child nutrition and social services programs.

“Some NGOs are continuing to rip off the American people and our hard-earned tax dollars.” Said Congressman Burchett, “I hope that President Trump can clean this mess up.”

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https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-condemns-renaming-us-institute-peace-donald-j-trump,Congressman Cohen Condemns Renaming U.S. Institute of Peace for Donald J. Trump,2025-12-04,2025,2025-12,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) spoke from the House floor this morning after learning that President Trump has had the U.S. Institute of Peace renamed in his honor. Trump dismantled the institute shortly after taking office and had its president removed forcibly by police.

In his remarks, Congressman Cohen said in part:

“The United States Peace Institute was created by the Congress of the United States. It’s in a beautiful building and has served the function of trying to bring people together.

“In February, President Trump issued an executive order dismantling the United States Peace Institute. Subsequently, law enforcement removed the president of the Peace Institute forcibly from his office. And then the Trump administration fired every employee…The District Court has ruled it acted improperly…because the president didn’t have the authority to dismantle it.

“Today, I’ve learned that President Trump has had his name, in massive letters, put over the Peace Institute, calling it the Donald J. Trump Peace Institute, none of which is legal. Will his ego stop staining this city?”

See the entire floor speech here.

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohens-statement-passing-steve-cropper,Congressman Cohen’s Statement on the Passing of Steve Cropper,2025-12-04,2025,2025-12,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) was saddened by the news of Steve Cropper’s passing and made the following statement:

“There was no music more associated with Memphis than – not white, not yellow, not Vidalia – but ‘Green Onions.’ It became the background music of so many movies and was a standard covered by countless bands in clubs, bars and restaurants. Some say Steve Cropper was the greatest guitar player in the world, and he was a great songwriter. I was present in 2016 when he donated three Fender guitars and an amplifier to the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, one guitar played on Otis Redding’s ‘(Sittin’ on) the Dock of the Bay,’ another played in a scene from the movie ‘The Blues Brothers.’ A graduate of Messick High School and a founder of Booker T and the MGs, Hall of Famer Steve Cropper will always be known for his Memphis roots and his contribution to the Stax sound.”

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/harshbarger-tn-colleagues-introduce-house-companion-bill-secure-permanent,"Harshbarger, TN Colleagues Introduce House Companion Bill to Secure Permanent Hospital Support and Protect Care for Low-Income Patients",2025-12-04,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,Diana Harshbarger,H001086,harshbarger.house.gov,harshbarger,https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — Yesterday, Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger (R-TN) introduced the Delivering Support for Hospitals in Tennessee Act or the “DSH in Tennessee Act” (H.R. 6393), a House companion bill to legislation U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn and Bill Hagerty introduced this week (S.3299). The landmark legislation would finally provide Tennessee with a permanent, modernized Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) allotment. Original House cosponsors include Tennessee Reps. Chuck Fleischmann, Scott DesJarlais, David Kustoff, John Rose, Tim Burchett, and Steve Cohen.

“For too long, Tennessee has been the only state in the nation forced to operate without a stable, permanent DSH allotment. That uncertainty has put tremendous strain on hospitals that serve our most vulnerable neighbors, especially rural providers. This bill finally ends the patchwork approach and delivers the long-term clarity and predictability Tennessee hospitals deserve.” – Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger

Additionally, The DSH in Tennessee Act has the support of The Tennessee Hospital Association.

“Medicaid DSH provides critical funding to hospitals treating large numbers of low-income patients. These funds help offset hospitals’ uncompensated care costs and improve access for Medicaid and uninsured patients. Unfortunately, Tennessee is at a unique disadvantage as the only state without a permanent Medicaid DSH allotment, and the state’s most recent short-term appropriation expired in October, but has now been extended through January 30, 2026 as part of the continuing resolution package passed by Congress in November. The Tennessee Hospital Association appreciates the strong, bipartisan support from the Tennessee delegation to secure temporary, partial DSH payments for over two decades. The Delivering Support for Hospitals (DSH) in Tennessee Act will bring Tennessee hospitals back into statute and help provide relief and long-term certainty that hospitals in other states enjoy. On behalf of hospitals across Tennessee, THA applauds Senator Blackburn’s and Rep. Harshbarger’s leadership on, and appreciates the delegation’s strong support of, legislation to achieve a permanent solution and ensure Tennessee hospitals will receive this critical funding in the future.” - Dr. Wendy Long, President and CEO, Tennessee Hospital Association

BACKGROUND:

Senators Blackburn and Hagerty introduced the companion bill (S. 3299) on December 2, reinforcing a unified Tennessee delegation effort to secure this long-overdue fix.

The legislation directly addresses Tennessee’s long-standing structural disadvantage under federal law by:

Establishing a permanent DSH allotment for Tennessee beginning in FY 2026, ending years of reliance on short-term carveouts, CRs, and temporary health extenders.

Modernizing the allotment to reflect real-world costs—raising Tennessee’s DSH amount from $53.1 million (set in 2015) to $72.9 million for FY 2026.

Ensuring the allotment keeps pace with healthcare inflation by applying an automatic annual CPI-U adjustment so hospitals aren’t forced to absorb rising costs year after year.

Together, these reforms replace instability with a predictable, long-term federal commitment, particularly important for hospitals that treat high numbers of low-income patients and depend on DSH support to remain operational.

Unlike every other state, Tennessee has never had a permanent DSH authorization. The result has been a decade of stop-gap funding measures that create uncertainty for hospital administrators, limit long-term planning, and make it harder for rural and safety-net hospitals to maintain services.

The DSH in Tennessee Act would finally corrects this imbalance by giving Tennessee the same stability other states enjoy while updating the allotment to reflect today’s economic and healthcare realities.",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-david-kustoff-deborah-ross-reintroduce-bipartisan-do-not-call-act,"Reps. David Kustoff, Deborah Ross Reintroduce Bipartisan DO NOT Call Act",2025-12-04,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,David Kustoff,K000392,kustoff.house.gov,kustoff,https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman David Kustoff (TN-08) and Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) introduced the bipartisan Deter Obnoxious, Nefarious, and Outrageous Telephone Calls (DO NOT Call) Act. This legislation is aimed at cracking down on unsolicited robocalls by increasing penalties for bad actors who harass and defraud consumers. Nevada Senator Cortez Masto introduced the Senate companion version of this bill.

Americans received more than 52.8 billion robocalls in 2024 and lost over $40 billion to scams and fraudulent schemes. That number continues to climb, even after years of work by Congress, regulators, and the telecommunications industry to curb illegal calls.

“Americans are receiving these disruptive robocalls every day. Scammers are using artificial intelligence to mimic voices and spoof Caller ID, making these calls even harder to detect,” said Congressman Kustoff. “This bipartisan bill gives our justice system more power to crack down on these bad actors and protect vulnerable people from fraud.”

“Robocalls are becoming more aggressive, and North Carolinians are feeling the impact every day,” said Congresswoman Ross (NC-02). “As technology advances, scammers find new ways to misuse personal information and to deceive the public – particularly targeting seniors and other vulnerable people. Congress has a responsibility to step up with stronger protections and clear consequences for those who profit from these harmful tactics. I am proud to reintroduce this bipartisan bill with Representative Kustoff and will keep working with our partners in the Senate to see it signed into law.”

“Spam calls and texts are not just a nuisance – they erode public trust and have real consequences for everyday Nevadans,” said Senator Cortez Masto. “I fought them on behalf of consumers as Attorney General, and it’s past time to protect the seniors and vulnerable Americans that these scammers prey on and give our law enforcement the tools they need to bring them to justice.”

“Alabamians are fed up with incessant scam calls that harass families, target seniors, and cost consumers billions every year. The DO NOT Call Act cracks down on this issue by strengthening penalties for illegal robocalls and closing loopholes in the law. I am proud to support this commonsense legislation as an original cosponsor in the 119th Congress,” said Congressman Strong (AL-05).

“Everybody hates robocalls. While there are certain limited situations where they make sense, by and large they are a way of letting someone waste our time without wasting their time. I appreciate the efforts of Congressman Kustoff to stop this relentless annoyance and look forward to using the tools he is providing to protect Tennesseans from obnoxious interruptions,” said Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti.

Background:

The DO NOT Call Act strengthens penalties for companies and individuals who deliberately harass consumers. Under this legislation, willful or knowing violations of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) could result in prison sentences of up to one year, while repeated or excessive violations could lead to sentences of up to three years. It also raises the maximum fine for falsifying caller ID information from $10,000 to $20,000.

Click here to read the full text of the bill.

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https://vanepps.house.gov/media/press-releases/newest-member-of-congress,Newest Member of Congress,2025-12-04,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,Matt Van Epps,V000139,vanepps.house.gov,vanepps,https://vanepps.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"December 4, 2025

New Member stands ready to join the 119th Congress.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://vanepps.house.gov/media/press-releases/taking-the-oath-of-office,Taking the Oath of Office,2025-12-04,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,Matt Van Epps,V000139,vanepps.house.gov,vanepps,https://vanepps.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"U.S. Representative Matt Van Epps to be sworn in as a Member of the United States House of Representatives by the Speaker of the House.

The Honorable Matt Van Epps was elected to serve as Representative of Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District. Representative Matt Van Epps to be added to the rolls of the House upon executing the oath of office.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:09:11Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-urges-senate-panel-reject-lee-beaman-nomination-tva,Congressman Cohen Urges Senate Panel to Reject Lee Beaman Nomination to the TVA Board,2025-12-03,2025,2025-12,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9), who has exercised vigorous oversight of the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) policies throughout his career representing Memphis and its utility, Memphis Light Gas and Water (MLGW), today urged the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee to reject President Trump’s nomination of Lee Beaman to the TVA Board of Directors. Beaman is going before the committee for a confirmation hearing today. Congressman Cohen noted Mr. Beaman’s lack of relevant experience, lack of sound judgment, and lack of independence, as well as his own public statements showing he is motivated by the surge in energy demand from data centers rather than by TVA’s public-power mission.

The letter reads in part:

“I write to express serious concerns regarding the nomination of Lee Beaman to serve on the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) Board of Directors and to urge the Committee to oppose his confirmation. Mr. Beaman has no background in energy, utilities, electrical generation, infrastructure management, environmental policy, or ratepayer protection. His professional career has been centered almost entirely on automotive sales, beverage distribution, real estate holdings, and political fundraising. TVA, however, is responsible for managing one of the nation’s largest nuclear fleets, maintaining a vast transmission network, overseeing major capital investments, and shaping the long-term resource strategy that determines the region’s energy mix. These duties require Directors with meaningful experience in utility governance, engineering, finance, operations, and environmental stewardship. Nothing in Mr. Beaman’s record reflects the expertise necessary to provide informed oversight of such a complex public utility.

“Mr. Beaman’s own public statements further call into question the motivations behind his nomination. In recent interviews, he acknowledged that he pursued a TVA Board seat not because of any expertise or interest in energy policy, but because he was personally encouraged to do so and because of the ‘ongoing race for energy to feed AI-driven demand for data centers.’ He also holds equity stakes in businesses that depend on large-scale AI integration, including energy-intensive computing. At a time when data center growth is placing significant pressure on TVA’s system and raising serious questions about cost-allocation fairness, it is essential that the TVA Board remain free from even the appearance of conflicts of interest. TVA’s public-power mission must not be shaped by private ventures that stand to gain from Board decisions.

“Separate concerns about Mr. Beaman’s judgment and past conduct compound the risks associated with his lack of experience. He was asked to temporarily step away from a university board due to controversies surrounding his personal life. He has longstanding ties to organizations known for extreme rhetoric, climate denial, and efforts to overturn the 2020 election. Reporting on his Capitol Hill rental property has raised questions about whether its use by sitting Members of Congress complies with disclosure expectations and ethical norms. And his contentious divorce, widely covered in the Tennessee press, included serious allegations that speak to concerns about temperament and decision-making. While personal matters must be handled thoughtfully, the breadth and seriousness of the publicly documented controversies raise substantial questions about his suitability to serve on a federal board overseeing critical energy assets and the long-term financial interests of millions of households.

“The TVA Board of Directors plays an essential role in safeguarding reliable power, stewarding billions of dollars in public assets, and protecting the interests of more than ten million residents across the Tennessee Valley. Because these responsibilities demand Directors with deep expertise, sound judgment, and a commitment to the public good. For these reasons, I respectfully urge the Committee to oppose Mr. Beaman’s nomination. Tennesseans deserve TVA Board members who bring real expertise, credibility, independence, and an unwavering commitment to the public interest. Confirming a nominee without relevant qualifications and burdened by significant ethical and character concerns would risk undermining the stability and integrity of the nation’s largest public power utility at a time when prudent oversight is more important than ever.

See the letter here.

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https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/harshbarger-applauds-house-passage-her-medical-supply-chain-security-provision,Harshbarger Applauds House Passage of Her Medical Supply Chain Security Provision in Rep. McCaul’s Give Kids A Chance Act,2025-12-03,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,Diana Harshbarger,H001086,harshbarger.house.gov,harshbarger,https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger (R-TN) applauded the House’s unanimous passage of H.R. 1262, the Mikaela Naylon Give Kids A Chance Act led by Representative Michael McCaul (R-TX), which includes her bipartisan provision to strengthen and “friend-shore” America’s medical supply chains through deeper cooperation with Abraham Accords nations.

“I am proud the House passed this bipartisan bill led by my colleague Congressman McCaul that included my provision to establish an FDA office in the Abraham Accords region and begin shifting critical medical supply chains to trusted allies,” said Rep. Harshbarger. “This is an important step toward reducing our reliance on China and securing access to life-saving medicines. I want to thank Rep. McCaul for his leadership on this bill and for championing the children and families it will help.”

“I introduced the Mikaela Naylon Give Kids A Chance Act with one overarching goal: saving lives. Congresswoman Harshbarger’s provision will advance that mission by strengthening our collaboration with trusted Abraham Accord nations on medical research and development,” said Rep. McCaul. “This partnership will not only bolster President Trump’s successful Abraham Accords, but it will also diversify our supply chains and reduce our dangerous dependence on the CCP for critical medical treatments. I’m grateful for the congresswoman's leadership on this important issue and am proud to have played a role in its passage through the House.”

Background on Harshbarger’s Provision

Harshbarger’s bipartisan language in Section 9 of H.R. 1262:

Establishes an FDA office in the Abraham Accords region to support regulatory cooperation, technical assistance, and joint development of life-saving drugs.

Reduces U.S. reliance on China, which currently dominates global active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) production and poses significant national security risks.

Strengthens America’s resilience by diversifying medical supply chains and building production capacity with stable, trusted allies.

Leverages the growing biopharmaceutical capabilities of Abraham Accords nations to secure access to essential medicines.

Background on the Mikaela Naylon Give Kids A Chance Act

Introduced by Rep. Michael McCaul (R-TX), the bill combines the Give Kids A Chance Act and the Creating Hope Reauthorization Act to expand pediatric cancer and rare-disease research, strengthen clinical trials, and reauthorize the Rare Pediatric Disease Priority Review Voucher program. Named in honor of Mikaela Naylon, the legislation passed unanimously and aims to accelerate the development of life-saving treatments for children battling cancer and rare diseases.",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressmen-cohen-and-burchett-reintroduce-tva-increase-rate,Congressmen Cohen and Burchett Reintroduce the TVA Increase Rate of Participation (IRP) Act,2025-12-02,2025,2025-12,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON -- Congressmen Steve Cohen (TN-9) and Tim Burchett (TN-2) today reintroduced the TVA Increase Rate of Participation (IRP) Act to require greater transparency and accountability in the Tennessee Valley Authority’s Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) process. The IRP process is a comprehensive study projecting how the nation’s largest federal utility meets energy needs. The measure would increase public participation and input and make the process more transparent in an effort to ensure the most efficient, affordable, and reliable plan for meeting customers’ energy needs in all or part of its seven-state service area.

Congressman Cohen made the following statement:

“Transparency is critical in making public policy but, for too long, TVA’s decision-making has been obscure and opaque, such as its current IRP process in which organizations were hand-picked to participate in a policy working group. This bill requires the TVA to take into consideration the interests and informed views of affected stakeholders, including ratepayers and subject-matter experts, as is commonplace for other major private and public utilities. TVA needs outside guidance to meet the changing needs of utility customers as it addresses resiliency and other foreseeable disruptions to its planning.”

Congressman Burchett made the following statement:

“For too long, TVA has operated behind closed doors to hide from the public. The establishment of an Office of Public Participation will help restore trust in the TVA, and will give East Tennesseans an opportunity to offer input in their decisions.”

“The Tennessee Valley Authority energy planning process is much less transparent than state-regulated utilities, which must allow for stakeholder input under independent oversight,” said Appalachian Voices Director of Public Power Campaigns Brianna Knisley. “Since President Trump’s actions have indefinitely delayed the most recent TVA IRP, ratepayers and impacted stakeholders are left even more in the dark about their energy future. Congressman Cohen and Burchett’s TVA IRP bill will not only make TVA more accountable to its customers and impacted communities, but will also vastly improve the quality of the resulting plans. Public accountability is essential for a strong public power model.”

“TVA’s energy planning impacts everything from electricity bills to water and air quality, yet the public has had virtually no meaningful pathway to make their voices heard. Representatives Cohen and Burchett’s act would make TVA more transparent and accountable at a time when the communities of the Tennessee Valley are struggling under rising energy bills,” said Sierra Club Beyond Coal Campaign Manager Amy Kelly.

“For far too long, TVA’s planning process has fallen short of the transparency and public involvement expected of a public power utility,” said Jake Duncan, Southeast Senior Regulatory Director for Vote Solar. “The TVA Increase Rate of Participation Act is an essential reform that brings meaningful community input and real accountability into the heart of TVA’s decision-making. It’s a critical step toward a fairer, more modern energy system that puts Tennesseans first.”

“TVA was created to serve the public good, not operate behind closed doors. This legislation is a necessary step toward restoring accountability, transparency, and meaningful public engagement across the Tennessee Valley. The people paying TVA’s bills deserve to see how decisions are made and to have a seat at the table, especially as the region faces enormous energy and affordability challenges. We strongly support this effort to modernize TVA’s governance and bring public participation back where it belongs: front and center.” - Daniel Tait, Executive Director, Energy Alabama

The TVP IRP Act would open up the energy planning process and ensure meaningful public participation and the inclusion of third-party expert advice. Specifically, it would:

Establish an Office of Public Participation to engage with the public through direct outreach and education and solicit broader participation in issues affecting the Valley including by:

Acting as a liaison to members of the public by providing ongoing process information on individual proceedings and responding to requests for technical assistance;

Making recommendations to improve processes to ensure they are inclusive, fair and easy to navigate; and

Facilitating a process for meaningful and open public engagement in the IRP process including opportunities for intervention, discovery, filed comments and an evidentiary hearing.

Require the IRP to include standard information, such as:

A long-term forecast of TVA’s sales and peak demand under various reasonable scenarios;

A summary of electrical transmission investments planned by TVA;

Resource portfolios that fairly evaluate demand-side and supply-side technologies;

Sensitivity analyses related to fuel costs, environmental regulations, electrification, distributed energy resources, and other uncertainties or risks;

Disclosure to intervening parties the modeling assumptions used in developing the IRP, including costs and constraints on the model; and

Details of how and where public input informed the plan; and

Require the Board of Directors to issue a decision approving, denying or modifying the plan, like every other utility regulator, according to the least cost and reliability requirements in the Energy Policy Act of 1992, and require consideration of resilience, extreme weather risk, and public health impacts.

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https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/harshbarger-joins-president-trump-white-house-signing-major-addiction-recovery,Harshbarger Joins President Trump at the White House for Signing of Major Addiction Recovery Legislation,2025-12-02,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,Diana Harshbarger,H001086,harshbarger.house.gov,harshbarger,https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — Yesterday, Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger (R-TN) joined President Donald J. Trump at the White House, along with families who have lost loved ones from addiction, as he signed the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act of 2025, landmark legislation that continues critical programs to combat drug addiction and expand treatment options.

“Thanks to President Trump and Republicans, we are delivering real solutions to help combat the opioid and fentanyl crisis here in America,” said Congresswoman Harshbarger. “This law will continue to provide prevention, treatment, and long-term recovery options for those struggling with addiction. I’m proud to stand with President Trump in delivering this critical support for Tennessee’s First District and communities across the country.”

BACKGROUND:

The bill builds upon the original 2018 SUPPORT Act—also signed into law by President Trump—which marked one of the most significant federal responses to the opioid epidemic in U.S. history. The 2025 reauthorization strengthens and expands those efforts, ensuring families and communities continue receiving the tools they need to prevent addiction and support recovery.

According to preliminary CDC data, opioid-related overdose deaths dropped sharply—from an estimated 83,140 deaths in 2023 to 54,743 in 2024. This progress reflects years of targeted Republican leadership—and that passing the SUPPORT Act reauthorization was essential to sustaining that momentum.

The SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Reauthorization Act of 2025 will:

Ensure first responders maintain access to lifesaving Naloxone

Expand treatment options for pregnant and postpartum women

Strengthen state Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs (PDMPs)

Encourage workforce participation for individuals in recovery

Continue support for Comprehensive Opioid Recovery Centers, which provide a full spectrum of treatment and recovery services.

Additionally, more than 60 national advocacy organizations supported the original SUPPORT Act, recognizing its power to expand treatment and recovery models that work. The 2025 reauthorization builds on that success by securing vital programs that protect addiction treatment professionals, strengthen the recovery workforce, and expand community-based health services.",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases/energy-and-water-chairman-chuck-fleischmann-applauds-funding-to-deploy-us-small-modular-reactors,Energy and Water Chairman Chuck Fleischmann Applauds Funding to Deploy U.S. Small Modular Reactors,2025-12-02,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,"Charles J. ""Chuck"" Fleischmann",F000459,fleischmann.house.gov,fleischmann,https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Chuck Fleischmann (TN-03), Chairman of Energy and Water Appropriations, applauded today’s announcement by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) of the selection of the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and Holtec Government Services to support early deployments of next-generation Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) in the United States. Chairman Fleischmann established the $800 million federal cost-shared funding grant program in his Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) Energy and Water bill.

“As Chairman of Energy and Water Appropriations, and Tennessee’s Appropriator in Congress, I have made it my mission to not only expand new nuclear nationwide but ensure that Tennessee leads our nation in developing and deploying cutting-edge nuclear technologies that will create America’s New Nuclear Future. There is no denying the reality that America needs more power. The only way that we will meet our future energy demands is through a robust ‘all-of-the-above’ energy policy that puts nuclear power at the forefront,” said Chairman Chuck Fleischmann.

“TVA and East Tennessee are primed to spearhead the deployment of next-generation SMRs that will fundamentally change America’s energy future. I also want to congratulate Holtec, which will deploy two SMRs in Michigan, on being chosen for this award. The Clinch River Site and Palisades Nuclear Generating Station both have proud nuclear energy legacies and are deservedly at the forefront of this next step forward for American nuclear power. Today’s grant announcement from DOE is further proof that under President Donald Trump’s leadership, we are unleashing American Energy Dominance and ushering in a Golden Age for new nuclear.”

“The road to get to today began when Congress passed my historic Fiscal Year 2024 Energy and Water bill to strengthen our domestic nuclear industry, and I commend TVA, DOE, and the Trump White House for their work in making today’s announcement a reality. We cannot slow down in our progress to create our New Nuclear Future, and I will keep working tirelessly as Energy and Water Chairman to continue to build on this phenomenal work that will be the cornerstone of America’s energy future.”

U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright said, “President Trump has made clear that America is going to build more energy, not less, and nuclear is central to that mission. Advanced light-water SMRs will give our nation the reliable, round-the-clock power we need to fuel the President’s manufacturing boom, support data centers and AI growth, and reinforce a stronger, more secure electric grid. These awards ensure we can deploy these reactors as soon as possible.”

U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn(R-TN) said, “Tennessee is leading the way to deliver reliable, affordable, and secure energy for the American people. The Tennessee Valley Authority will play a critical part in shaping our country’s nuclear energy future, and I’m thrilled the TVA has been selected for a grant from the Department of Energy to accelerate the deployment of a small modular reactor at the Clinch River site.”

U.S. Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN) said, “Tennessee is quickly becoming the epicenter for nuclear innovation. I appreciate President Trump and Energy Secretary Chris Wright for their confidence in our region. This grant will help advance the nation’s first Gen III+ SMR which is an important step forward for strengthening America’s energy future. It is clear that Tennessee is positioned to lead the next era of nuclear energy. President Trump’s leadership has helped renew momentum in America’s nuclear sector and support the resurgence of our industrial base. I look forward to seeing Tennessee play a central role in shaping the future of nuclear power for the country.”

Don Moul, TVA President and CEO said, “TVA is once again answering our nation’s call. Our employees are leading the way with advanced nuclear to power not just homes and businesses, but the technologies that will define America’s future. As AI, data centers, and digital infrastructure drive unprecedented energy demand, we’re building our nation’s nuclear energy foundation right here in the Tennessee Valley. This is about more than innovation, it’s about creating lasting opportunity, lowering energy costs, and securing a better tomorrow for American families today.”

Grant Award Background:

Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) - $400,000,000

TVA intends to deploy a GE Hitachi BWRX-300 at the Clinch River Nuclear Site in Tennessee and accelerate the deployment of additional units in coordination with Indiana Michigan Power in Indiana and Elementl in Alabama. The effort would also strengthen the domestic nuclear supply chain through planned work with Scot Forge, North American Forgemasters, BWX Technologies, and Aecon. Other partners supporting the project include Duke Energy, Oak Ridge Associated Universities, and the Electric Power Research Institute.

Holtec Government Services, LLC (Holtec) - $400,000,000

Holtec intends to deploy two SMR-300 reactors at the Palisades Nuclear Generating Station in Covert, Michigan, providing a potential viability model for additional domestic and international orders. The company is pursuing an innovative one-stop-shop approach to SMR deployment, serving as the technology vendor, supply chain vendor, nuclear plant constructor, operator, and electricity merchant selling the power to nearby utilities and end users.

In March 2025, DOE issued a $900 million solicitation to de-risk the deployment of Gen III+ SMRs, and the remaining $100 million will be awarded later this year to support additional deployments and address key barriers in design, licensing, supply chain, and site readiness.

For more information, visit the Gen III+ SMR webpage here.

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https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-announces-3-million-assistance-firefighters-grants,Congressman Cohen Announces $3 Million in Assistance to Firefighters Grants to Memphis,2025-12-01,2025,2025-12,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today announced three Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) to the City of Memphis from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The funding, totaling $3,022,867, is part of FEMA’s nationwide release of Fiscal Year 2024 fire program awards, and will support vehicle acquisition and operations and safety investments for the Memphis Fire Department.

Congressman Cohen made the following statement:

“I’m pleased to see this FEMA investment in fire safety in Memphis. These grants will help our firefighters secure the equipment, vehicles, and safety tools they need to do their jobs and protect our community. Federal funding like this saves lives, both for the public and for the brave men and women who respond to emergencies every day.”

FEMA began issuing FY24 fire grant awards in September 2025 across its three major programs: Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG), Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER), and Fire Prevention & Safety (FP&S). With the award cycle now complete, Memphis is among the cities receiving AFG funds to strengthen response capabilities, upgrade safety equipment, and improve overall firefighter protection.

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https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-hails-house-passage-count-crimes-cut-act,Congressman Cohen Hails House Passage of the Count the Crimes to Cut Act,2025-12-01,2025,2025-12,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"offenses

WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9), a senior member of the Judiciary Committee, today spoke from the House floor during debate on the Count the Crimes to Cut Act, which he co-led with Representatives Chip Roy, Andy Biggs, and Lucy McBath. It passed by voice vote.

Congressman Cohen made the following statement:

“No one knows how many federal criminal offenses there are. Our founders warned us against having laws too ‘voluminous’ or ‘incoherent’ to be understood by the people. The Count the Crimes to Cut Act makes a simple request of the Department of Justice: list out the federal criminal offenses, their elements, and how often they are used. We have a lot of work to do to make criminal justice more fair and responsive to the challenges we face today. This is how we start. I am pleased to work with Congressman Roy as the first Democratic cosponsor and with others on both sides of the aisle to pass this necessary legislation.”

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https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-david-kustoffs-bill-provide-relief-victims-identity-theft-passes,Congressman David Kustoff’s Bill to Provide Relief to Victims of Identity Theft Passes the House,2025-12-01,2025,2025-12,Republican,House,TN,David Kustoff,K000392,kustoff.house.gov,kustoff,https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Today, the House of Representatives passed Congressman David Kustoff’s bill, the Improving Social Security’s Service to Victims of Identity Theft Act (H.R. 5345), by unanimous consent. This legislation creates a single point of contact at the Social Security Administration (SSA) for individuals whose Social Security numbers have been stolen.

“Victims of identity theft shouldn’t have to fight their way through government bureaucracy just to get their identity restored,” said Congressman Kustoff. “The Improving Social Security’s Service to Victims of Identity Theft Act is a commonsense bill that will improve government efficiency and ensure victims get access to timely relief.""

“Instead of adding more red tape, callbacks, and confusion, our government should make it easier to help victims of identity theft. The Improving Social Security’s Service to Victims of Identity Theft Act ensures families have a single point of contact at the SSA when their Social Security number is compromised,” said Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith (MO-08). “I want to thank Representative Kustoff for sponsoring this important bill, which will deliver much-needed help to victims of identity theft.”

Background:

Identity theft continues to pose a serious challenge across the country. In 2024 alone, there were more than 3,000 reported data breaches, including many leaks which involved Social Security Numbers. When that information is exposed, the fallout for victims can last for years, and dealing with federal agencies often adds to the frustration.

H.R. 5345 gives victims a single, dedicated contact at the SSA to help them resolve issues tied to identity theft. This change gives Americans a more effective way to protect their assets when their information is compromised. It replaces a confusing, bureaucratic reporting process at the SSA with one that is far easier to navigate.

Congressman Kustoff’s bill now moves to the Senate for further action. Click here to watch Congressman Kustoff’s remarks on the House Floor. Click here for the full text of the bill.

###",1,2026-04-05T05:34:57Z,2026-04-05T05:36:03Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-seeks-flags-be-lowered-half-staff-us-army-specialist,Congressman Cohen Seeks Flags to be Lowered to Half Staff for U.S Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom,2025-11-28,2025,2025-11,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"MEMPHIS – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) was saddened by the death of 20-year-old U.S. Army Specialist Sarah Becksrtom, serving in Washington, D.C., in the West Virginia National Guard, and made the following statement:

“I express my profound sadness at the death of Sarah Beckstrom. She gave much of her life to her state and public service and wanted to serve her country as an FBI agent. I am asking President Trump to have flags lowered to half staff in her honor. Being that she was on duty so close to the White House and on a mission authorized by President Trump, as a West Virginia National Guard officer, it seems appropriate that she be honored in this way in her memory.”

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https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-rose-introduces-bill-lower-housing-costs-increase-supply-nationally,"Rep. Rose Introduces Bill to Lower Housing Costs, Increase Supply Nationally",2025-11-25,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,TN,John W. Rose,R000612,johnrose.house.gov,johnrose,https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, DC—Today, U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) introduced the Housing Supply Expansion Act of 2025. The legislation, which has broad bipartisan support, will remove a federal chassis requirement that has served to unnecessarily raise the price of manufactured housing.

Since 1974, federal law has required that manufactured homes include a permanently installed chassis that allows it to be moved even after installation. This has significantly reduced the ability of young and low-income families to buy their own homes. Removing the permanent-chassis requirement for manufactured homes will lower construction costs, unlock modern design flexibility, and open far more locations for quality, affordable housing.

Rep. Rose released the following statement:

“Manufactured housing is a great way to get more families into homes that they own,” Rep. Rose said. “Rent prices across Tennessee continue to soar because demand for housing still far exceeds supply. By striking this outdated restriction on manufactured homes, my legislation will increase supply and ultimately help bring home prices down for everyone.”

The legislation is being co-led by five Members of the House, including House Financial Services Committee Subcommittee on Housing and Insurance Chairman, Rep. Mike Flood (R-NE), Ranking Member Rep. Emanuel Cleaver (D-MO), Vice-Chair Monica De La Cruz (R-TX), Rep. Lou Correa (D-CA), and Rep. Scott Peters (D-CA).

Rep. Mike Flood (R-NE), Chairman, FSC Subcommittee on Housing and Insurance, released the following statement:

“In order to get more young families on the path towards achieving the American Dream, we need more single-family homes at affordable price points. Manufactured homes are one type of product that can help fill that void in our market,” said Congressman Flood. “The Housing Supply Expansion Act updates outdated rules applying to manufactured housing, and it makes changes that will ultimately get more supply on the market. I am proud to join Congressman John Rose, Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, Congressman Scott Peters, Congressman Lou Correa and Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz in introducing this very important piece of legislation.""

Rep. Emanuel Cleaver (D-MO), Ranking Member, FSC Subcommittee on Housing and Insurance, released the following statement:

“Manufactured housing is a key component to the nation's supply of quality, safe, and affordable housing,” said Ranking Member Cleaver. “By removing an outdated requirement that manufactured homes retain a permanent chassis, we can increase design innovation, reduce costs, and provide relief to more American families and communities. I look forward to working with Representative Rose and our colleagues to see this bipartisan, common sense update passed into law.”

Rep. Monica De La Cruz (R-TX), Vice-Chair, FSC Subcommittee on Housing and Insurance, released the following statement:

“Access to affordable housing is a top concern for South Texas families. By updating outdated regulations and cutting red tape, the Housing Supply Expansion Act will expand housing options and open the door for innovation in manufactured housing. As Vice Chair of the Housing and Insurance Subcommittee, I am committed to ensuring families can find a home that meets their needs and achieve their dream of homeownership.”

Rep. Lou Correa (D-CA) released the following statement:

""Manufactured housing is one of the most affordable options on the market, but outdated regulations are keeping new designs from becoming widely available,"" Rep. Correa said. ""This legislation is a win-win, it unlocks more opportunities for affordable housing in California, without driving up costs for the government.”

Rep. Scott Peters (D-CA) released the following statement:

“San Diego suffers from a housing crisis that threatens prosperity; we can help remedy this by building more affordable and accessible housing. The Housing Supply Expansion Act will make it easier and cheaper to build manufactured homes. This provision has already advanced through the Senate. I look forward to working with Congressman Rose to get this bill across the finish line so we can put homeownership back within reach for countless San Diegans.”

The Manufactured Housing Institute also issued a statement of support, which can be found here.",1,2026-06-27T21:44:12Z,2026-06-27T22:31:22Z
https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-ogles-introduces-charlie-kirk-gold-medal-act,REP. OGLES INTRODUCES “CHARLIE KIRK GOLD MEDAL ACT”,2025-11-24,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,TN,Andrew Ogles,O000175,ogles.house.gov,ogles,https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC – Congressman Andy Ogles introduced a resolution to posthumously award Charlie Kirk the Congressional Gold Medal in recognition of his contributions to civic leadership, Christian ministry, and the revitalization of American youth culture. Founded at age 18, Turning Point USA grew under Kirk’s leadership to more than 900 campuses nationwide, promoting civic engagement, constitutional literacy, and public debate at institutions often hostile to dissenting views.

“Charlie Kirk deserves the Congressional Gold Medal because he devoted his life to strengthening the moral and cultural foundations of this nation. He equipped young Americans to defend their Christian faith, uphold family values, and embrace their responsibility as citizens. This honor recognizes not just his accomplishments, but the lasting impact he left on a generation,” said Congressman Ogles.

“This medal acknowledges a man who transformed student engagement in public life. Charlie gave young Americans the confidence to speak boldly, think critically, and stand for what is right, even when culture demanded silence. This is not merely a memorial. It is a national declaration that Charlie Kirk’s legacy deserves to be preserved, honored, and held up as an example for future generations,” Congressman Ogles said.

Cosponsors (29): Reps. Anna Paulina Luna [FL-13], Vern Buchanan [FL-16], Jimmy Patronis [FL-01], Greg Murphy [NC-03], Chris Smith [NJ-04], Clay Higgins [LA-03], Lauren Boebert [CO-04], Josh Brecheen [OK-02], Andy Biggs [AZ-05], Diana Harshbarger [TN-01], Paul Gosar [AZ-09], Marjorie Taylor Greene [GA-14], Andy Harris [MD-01], Eric Burlison [MO-07], Randy Fine [FL-06], Riley Moore [WV-02], Andy Barr [KY-06], Russell Fry [SC-07], Sheri Biggs [SC-03], Erin Houchin [IN-09], Monica De La Cruz [TX-15], Vince Fong [CA-20], Stephanie Bice [OK-05], Derrick Van Orden [WI-03], Mike Flood [NE-01], Mike Lawler [NY-17], Barry Loudermilk [GA-11], Mike Collins [GA-10], Juan Ciscomani [AZ-06]

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https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/harshbarger-marks-national-rural-health-month-calls-continued-investment-rural,"Harshbarger Marks National Rural Health Month, Calls for Continued Investment in Rural Care",2025-11-21,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,TN,Diana Harshbarger,H001086,harshbarger.house.gov,harshbarger,https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week, Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger (R-TN), Co-Chair of the Congressional Bipartisan Rural Health Caucus, delivered remarks on the House Floor celebrating National Rural Health Month and reaffirming her commitment to strengthening healthcare access in America’s small towns and rural communities.

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Harshbarger recognized the nurses, doctors, pharmacists, and first responders who “keep healthcare alive in America’s small towns and rural communities,” noting that in East Tennessee, “rural healthcare, it’s a lifeline.”

“They [Rural Americans] depend on a nurse to drive during the night and before dawn to check on a patient, or the pharmacist who knows every family by name and stretches every dollar to keep medicine affordable. It’s the doctor who stays late to see one more patient because there’s no one else to take the next shift — these are the people who form the backbone of our rural healthcare communities,” said Harshbarger. “They deserve a system that works as hard for them as they do for us.”

Harshbarger highlighted the challenges facing rural communities, including hospital closures, strained workforces, and Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) driving independent pharmacies out of business. She underscored her bipartisan work to bring transparency and accountability to PBMs and to support domestic pharmaceutical manufacturing, including facilities like USAntibiotics in Bristol, TN.

As Co-Chair of the Rural Health Caucus, Harshbarger celebrated this year’s passage of the Working Families Tax Cuts, signed into law by President Trump, which contains the largest rural healthcare investment in American history — a $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Fund.

“This critical legislation included the single largest investment in rural healthcare in history, Harshbarger said. “That’s $50 billion for a rural healthcare transformation fund to reinvest federal savings directly into the communities who need it most, expand telehealth, and recruiting and retaining rural healthcare workers.”

Harshbarger also highlighted her bill, the Rural Physician Workforce Production Act, which would give rural hospitals the tools they need to train, attract, and retain more physicians.

“These aren’t abstract policy debates — they are about real people in real places,” Harshbarger said. “They are about the mom who drives an hour to find a pediatric specialist. They are about the veteran who can’t get his prescription filled because his local pharmacy closed. They are about the nurse who works back-to-back shifts because there aren’t enough hands to go around. And those stories are what drive my work every single day.”

Harshbarger closed by announcing a bipartisan resolution she introduced with Representative Jill Tokuda (D-HI) and 37 bipartisan colleagues recognizing November 20th, 2025, as National Rural Health Day (H. Res. 891).",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-burchett-introduces-three-new-crime-bills,Rep. Burchett Introduces Three New Crime Bills,2025-11-20,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,TN,Tim Burchett,B001309,burchett.house.gov,burchett,https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Today, US Congressman Tim Burchett introduced three bills to make everyday American life safer.

The Ending Crime and Disorder on America’s Streets Act codifies President Trump’s Executive Order 14321 and aims to address the growing crisis of homelessness and vagrancy by helping states implement stricter enforcement and better treatment options.

The Public Transit Crime Prevention Act imposes fines and up to five years in prison for individuals who vandalize transit property. More importantly, it increases the mandatory minimum of at least five years in prison for simple assault, and 15 years for aggravated assault.

The End Cashless Bail to Protect Americans Act codifies President Trump’s Executive Order 14342 by prohibiting funding to states and localities that use cashless bail. Funding may be reinstated only after the U.S. Attorney General determines that the state or locality has stopped using cashless bail systems.

“I am confident that these three bills will help protect innocent Americans from violent criminals, reduce the revolving door of justice, and clean up our streets” said Congressman Burchett. “I am sick and tired of Washington politicians talking a big game about addressing crime and homelessness; I’m going to stand up for innocent Americans.”

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https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-introduces-clean-cloud-act,Congressman Cohen Introduces the Clean Cloud Act,2025-11-20,2025,2025-11,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today introduced the Clean Cloud Act, legislation to establish emission standards for electricity used by high-demand energy users such as cryptominers and data centers. The measure has seven original cosponsors. The companion bill was introduced by Senators Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works (EPW), and Senator John Fetterman (D-PA).

Congressman Cohen made the following statement:

“The rapid growth of cryptominers and data centers is straining our energy grid and outpacing the growth of carbon-free electricity. Utilities are raising consumer electricity rates and relying increasingly on gas and coal generation to meet this load growth. In some instances, retired coal plants have even been brought back online to power cryptomining facilities. Even in markets with solar or wind, data centers often run 24/7 and require either long-duration storage or clean firm generation to be truly carbon neutral.

“Memphis already hosts significant data-center and data-processing operations, and more companies are looking to the Mid-South because of our strategic location. But Memphis is one of the most energy-burdened cities in America where families spend a larger share of their income on utilities than almost anywhere in the country. We cannot allow high-demand industries to increase pressure on the Tennessee Valley Authority’s (TVA) system or lead to higher bills for Memphis households.

“The Clean Cloud Act ensures that as data-center development inevitably grows, it’s powered responsibly, supported by new zero-carbon generation, and doesn’t leave communities like ours footing the bill.”

The bill also:

• Requires an annual, published survey of cryptominers and data centers

• Establishes an emissions intensity baseline

• Incentivizes new clean power development

• Supports energy affordability programs for residential consumers

• Invests in zero-carbon electricity and battery storage

The Clean Cloud Act is endorsed by the following organizations: EnergyTag, Utility Workers Union of America (UWUA), Public Citizen, Southern Environmental Law Center, and Center for Biological Diversity

Endorsement statements:

“The US is experiencing significant demand growth driven, in part, by data center buildout and rapidly increasing electricity consumption. The Clean Cloud Act asks the largest energy users to take responsibility for their impacts by matching their electricity consumption with new clean electricity matched to the hour when and the location where they operate. When electricity users match their usage with new, near, and now clean electricity, the energy grid becomes more efficient, and savings can be passed along to consumers. The solutions outlined in this bill will help ensure that industrial growth does not exacerbate the affordability crisis we see today and drives around the clock clean energy forward,” said Alex Piper, Head of US Policy and Markets at EnergyTag. “EnergyTag applauds Congressman Cohen for his leadership here. Clean, affordable growth is necessary and possible, and this bill sets the foundation.”

“This is a meaningful step toward finally reining in pollution from the high-emitting AI and cryptomining industries. The commonsense measures in the Clean Cloud Act will cut carbon emissions and prevent these sectors from deepening the climate crisis and putting communities at risk,” said Camden Weber, climate and energy policy specialist at the Center for Biological Diversity. “Rep. Cohen’s bill is a smart, much-needed move to bring oversight to these industries, which have operated without safeguards.”

“We fully support the goals behind the Clean Cloud Act, especially the opportunity to build additional power generation, increase electric grid stability and grow energy industry jobs,” said Utility Workers Union of America President James Slevin. “We anticipate electricity demand on the grid continuing to grow exponentially over the coming years and we appreciate Congressman Cohen’s continued advocacy on this important issue.”

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/mcghee-tyson-air-national-guard-base-receives-kc-46a-pegasus,"McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base Receives KC-46A ""Pegasus""",2025-11-19,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,TN,Tim Burchett,B001309,burchett.house.gov,burchett,https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Knoxville, TN (November 19th, 2025) — Today, the Department of the Air Force announced that McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base will be home to eight new KC-46A “Pegasus” and will be utilized by the 134th Air Refueling Wing. This announcement adds another major event to the state’s rich military history and continues to strengthen the arsenal of aircraft already stationed in Knoxville.

“There is no better place for these aircraft to call home than East Tennessee.” Said Congressman Burchett, “Thank you to Secretary Meink for trusting the men and women of the 134th Air Refueling Wing of the Tennessee Air National Guard to carry on their remarkable work.”

###",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-burchett-introduces-social-security-guarantee-act-2025,Rep. Burchett Introduces The Social Security Guarantee Act of 2025,2025-11-19,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,TN,Tim Burchett,B001309,burchett.house.gov,burchett,https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, DC (November 19th, 2025) — Today, US Congressman Tim Burchett introduced H.R. 6079, the “Social Security Guarantee Act of 2025,” into the US House of Representatives. This bill guarantees individuals the right to receive Social Security benefits under title II of the Social Security Act in full, with an accurate annual cost-of-living adjustment.

“It is important that folks have assurances that they will get their Social Security benefits that they have paid into their whole lives,” said Congressman Burchett.

###",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-seeks-clarification-ice-recruitment-policies,Congressman Cohen Seeks Clarification on ICE Recruitment Policies,2025-11-19,2025,2025-11,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today wrote to Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem seeking clarification of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) recruitment practices as the President seeks to deport one million people a year. Specifically, he asked whether insurrectionists pardoned by the President for their conduct during the January 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol are employed by the department or rightly deemed ineligible.

The letter reads in part:

“I am increasingly concerned that, in Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) zeal to fulfill President Trump’s stated goal of deporting one million people per year, the agency may seek to recruit individuals fundamentally unsuited for professional law enforcement. I am writing to request clarification regarding ICE’s hiring policies and standards.

“Despite frequent ‘tough on crime’ rhetoric, President Trump and his Administration have repeatedly excused or even encouraged political violence—including violence directed against law enforcement officers—when he believes it serves a political purpose. On his first day in office, the President pardoned nearly 1,600 individuals who were charged with or convicted of attacking the United States Capitol on January 6, 2021. At Donald Trump’s urging, a mob stormed the Capitol that day to prevent Congress from counting electoral votes. The attack killed several police officers and injured approximately 140 more, including 15 who required hospitalization. It was the most serious assault on the Capitol since the British burned the building during the War of 1812.

“The conduct on January 6 reflects both a profound contempt for law enforcement and a disregard for the United States Constitution. For these reasons, anyone pardoned for their participation in that attack should be categorically disqualified from serving as an ICE agent. It is impossible to see how such an individual could credibly enforce federal law or uphold the Constitution they once sought to overturn.

“I recognize that ICE requires applicants to undergo comprehensive background checks and suitability reviews. In light of that, I request answers to the following questions:

How many current ICE employees, including agents and officers, received a presidential pardon from Donald Trump for conduct related to the January 6, 2021, attack on the United States Capitol?

Can you confirm that participation—whether charged, convicted, or pardoned—in the January 6 attack would render an applicant ineligible for employment as an ICE agent or officer?

What policies or safeguards does ICE have in place to ensure that individuals who attacked law enforcement officers or attempted to undermine our democratic system cannot be hired into positions of federal law enforcement authority?

“Effective law enforcement depends on credibility, integrity, and adherence to constitutional obligations. Ensuring that ICE’s workforce meets those basic standards is essential to its mission and to public trust.”

See the letter here.

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-asks-trump-administration-take-ice-out-memphis,Congressman Cohen Asks Trump Administration to take ICE Out of Memphis,2025-11-18,2025,2025-11,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) went to the House floor on Monday evening and said that his community is concerned about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) misconduct and is asking the Trump administration to withdraw ICE agents from Memphis.

In his remarks, Congressman Cohen said in part:

“I had a community meeting this weekend and met with some folks in Memphis and the issues they were most interested in were immigration and ICE. They were very concerned about people from ICE, with masks on their faces, mistreating people, dragging them out of cars, stomping on their heads and arresting them. We’ve seen oftentimes they’ve done that to American citizens, and they did it in error.

“They were also concerned about the immigrants who were taken out of our community that do so much good in our community. So I’m writing a letter to Kristi Noem and reminding her that she said that they were going to get ‘the worst of the worst’ – the murderers, the rapists, the sexual offenders. She’s not doing that. They’ve decided they’re going to get anybody in the country improperly, and that’s wrong. They’re taking time going after working people in our community, and not concentrating on the ‘worst.’ I will write to the Trump administration to ask them to take ICE out of Memphis. It shouldn’t be part of the surge they’ve got to help us with our crime problem. Hispanics, immigrants, are not part of our crime problem.”

See the congressman’s entire remarks here.

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-expresses-concern-over-russian-aggression-natos,Congressman Cohen Expresses Concern Over Russian Aggression on NATO’s Eastern Flank,2025-11-18,2025,2025-11,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9), the House Ranking Member of the Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe, also known as the Helsinki Commission, on Monday questioned expert witnesses at a hearing titled “Deterrence on NATO’s Eastern Flank.”

In his remarks, Congressman Cohen said in part that the United States must act “boldly” in response to Russian aggression and Vladimir Putin is intent on reestablishing the kind of power it had internationally during the Soviet era. “Putin only knows power…I hope that we get bolder.”

As Russia intensifies its war of aggression on Ukraine, it is simultaneously escalating its shadow war against the NATO alliance. In order to deepen defense cooperation with these allies and direct U.S. support where the threat is the highest, bipartisan members of the U.S. Helsinki Commission introduced the Eastern Flank Strategic Partnership Act. Congressmen Cohen and Joe Wilson of South Carolina introduced the measure in the House. Senators Roger Wicker of Mississippi and Jeanne Shaheen of New Hampshire introduced it in the Senate.

This hearing sought to assess Russia’s overt and covert tactics, evaluate allied readiness to respond effectively, and determine how the United States and partners can deter and defeat Russian aggression.

Witnesses at today’s hearing were:

Margus Tsahkna, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Republic of Estonia;

Seth Jones, President, Defense and Security Department, Center for Strategic and International Studies; and

Peter Rough, Director, Center on Europe and Eurasia, Hudson Institute

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-urges-secretary-noem-and-attorney-general-bondi,Congressman Cohen Urges Secretary Noem and Attorney General Bondi to Remove ICE Agents from Memphis,2025-11-18,2025,2025-11,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today wrote to Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Attorney General Pam Bondi urging them to remove Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents from Memphis, stating that Memphis does not have an immigration problem. He made a floor speech on the same subject Monday night.

The letter reads in part:

“I urge you to eliminate the U.S. Department of Homeland Security from the Memphis Safe Task Force and remove Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents from Memphis.

“The stated purpose of the task force is ‘to end street and violent crime.’ However, I have heard numerous reports of ICE agents terrorizing innocent, hardworking community residents, who support our society and economy, and do not fit the bill of being criminals. They certainly are not ‘the worst of the worst’ like murderers, rapists and sex offenders. Data provided directly from the taskforce demonstrates that most

of the arrests are for non-violent related offenses. In fact, most are traffic citations.

“Memphis does not and has never had an immigration problem. The inclusion of ICE agents in Memphis is antithetical to the original purpose of the taskforce, which is supposed to be addressing violent crime. The presence of these agents is doing nothing but increasing fear and harassment. It is alarming the way these detentions are taking place with unidentified masked individuals dragging people out of cars or accosting immigrant parents after they have dropped their children off to school.

“As the federal representative of Memphis, I implore you to withdraw ICE agents from ‘the city of good Abode.’ It is unnecessary and a waste of federal resources. Immigrants are not part of our crime problem.”

See the letter here.

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-votes-release-jeffrey-epstein-files,Congressman Cohen Votes to Release the Jeffrey Epstein Files,2025-11-18,2025,2025-11,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9), who signed a discharge petition on September 1 to require a vote on release of Department of Justice files on sexual predator Jeffrey Epstein, made that vote today. The measure passed on a 427 to 1 vote after Donald Trump authorized Republican House members to support it. Afterward, Congressman Cohen made the following statement:

“Today’s vote was long overdue but, in a sense, unnecessary. Donald Trump has all along had the authority to release the files without a vote in Congress. Now it appears he has come up with a strategy to have Pam Bondi go after prominent Democrats named in the files, which could and probably will delay their release. The American people, including Trump’s MAGA base, are demanding to know which powerful men thought they could remain unidentified and get away with in assaulting underage women. We’re all demanding answers: justice delayed is justice denied.”

As a senior member of the Judiciary Committee, Congressman Cohen pressed both Trump Attorney General Bill Barr in July 2020 and FBI Director Christopher Wray in July 2019 about the Epstein files in oversight hearings.

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-welcomes-state-court-ruling-deployment-tennessee,Congressman Cohen Welcomes State Court Ruling on Deployment of Tennessee National Guard,2025-11-18,2025,2025-11,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) welcomed Davidson County Chancellor Patricia Moskal’s ruling blocking the deployment of Tennessee National Guard troops in Memphis and made the following statement:

“I have said repeatedly that I believe the coordinated surge in federal and state law enforcement to address crime in Memphis is useful and having a positive impact, but there is no need for National Guard troops. Deploying the military to the streets of our city is unnecessary, counterproductive, and expensive. National Guard troops are not trained in public safety, and it’s illegal to use them for routine domestic law enforcement. This a part-time job and they’re being taken away from their families.

“I appreciate Chancellor Moskal’s well-reasoned decision. I look forward to the ruling being upheld on appeal and to returning to the proven, civilian-led public safety strategies that actually help reduce crime and strengthen trust in our communities.”

Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris and others sued Governor Bill Lee and National Guard Major General Warner Ross III on October 17 seeking an injunction to remove the National Guard. The state now has five business days to appeal.

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-ogles-appointed-chairman-house-homeland-cybersecurity-subcommittee,REP. OGLES APPOINTED CHAIRMAN OF HOUSE HOMELAND CYBERSECURITY SUBCOMMITTEE,2025-11-18,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,TN,Andrew Ogles,O000175,ogles.house.gov,ogles,https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Andy Ogles (TN-05) has been appointed Chairman of the House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection. The Subcommittee oversees federal efforts to secure America’s critical infrastructure, defend against cyber threats, and safeguard national security systems.

As Chairman, Congressman Ogles will lead oversight of key agencies and programs responsible for protecting the nation’s digital and physical infrastructure from foreign adversaries, terrorist organizations, and emerging technological threats. His leadership will focus on strengthening the nation’s resilience against both foreign and domestic attacks.

“American national security rests on secured cyber infrastructure. As chairman of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection Subcommittee, I vow to leverage every federal asset to fortify the cyber capabilities of every American city. I vow to hold accountable the hackers, doxxers, and cyber terrorists waging war against our land. America First cybersecurity is my mission, and I will not waver,” said Congressman Ogles.

“Thank you to Chairman Garbarino for the appointment and for trusting me to carry this mantle forward,” Congressman Ogles said.

“I am proud to announce Congressman Ogles will lead the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection Subcommittee moving forward, a role that is vital to the Committee’s efforts to protect the resilience of our federal civilian networks and the critical infrastructure that Americans rely on,” House Committee on Homeland Security Chairman Garbarino said. “At a time when our nation faces unprecedented cyber threats from sophisticated adversaries, Congressman Ogles is already leading legislation to reauthorize and enhance the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program and create a whole-of-government effort to defend against cyber threats from the Chinese Communist Party. As the Committee continues to work with the Trump administration to refocus CISA back to its core mission, Congressman Ogles’ leadership and vision will be instrumental in guiding that effort. As the former chairman of this subcommittee, I know he will continue that mission with strength and clarity as we work together to secure America’s cyber future.”

Watch Ogles On Homeland

# # #",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-ogles-pillar-act-and-hr-2659-pass-house-representatives,REP. OGLES’ PILLAR ACT AND H.R. 2659 PASS HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES,2025-11-18,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,TN,Andrew Ogles,O000175,ogles.house.gov,ogles,https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Andy Ogles announced the House passage of two major cybersecurity measures, ""H.R. 2659"" and the ""Protecting Information by Local Leaders for Agency Resilience Act,"" known as the PILLAR Act. H.R. 2659 enhances the federal government’s ability to identify and counter state-sponsored cyber operations by improving coordination across national security agencies. The PILLAR Act strengthens long-term support for state and local cybersecurity needs, directing one billion dollars toward upgrading networks and improving resilience in communities that often lack the resources to keep up with evolving cyber threats. Together, these bills give federal, state, and local partners a stronger, more unified defense posture against the growing wave of foreign cyber aggression.

“I am honored that H.R. 2659 and the PILLAR Act have passed the House and are now on their way to the Senate. H.R. 2659 takes direct aim at the Chinese Communist Party’s state-sponsored cyber operations by creating a coordinated federal task force to confront actors like Volt Typhoon. The PILLAR Act locks in long-term support for the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program so American communities are not left defenseless when foreign adversaries probe their systems. said Congressman Ogles.

“I want to thank House Committee on Homeland Security Chairman Andrew Garbarino for his leadership and partnership on this mission. President Trump has called for unmatched American strength in every arena of modern warfare. With these bills, we bring that vision to reality. I urge my Senate colleagues to take up these bills as soon as possible so we can begin to fortify our nation from cyber threats,” Congressman Ogles said.

On the “PILLAR Act,” Chairman Garbarino said:

“As sophisticated nation-state adversaries and criminals target our nation’s critical infrastructure and government agencies in cyberspace, it is essential that states and localities have the necessary tools to protect the networks our communities rely on. The PILLAR Act continues and improves the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program, which provides vital resources to bolster our local cyber defenses. We have seen success through efforts such as deploying student-led regional security operations centers in partnership with community colleges to train local cyber talent and providing shared services across the state for endpoint detection and response (EDR) capabilities, multi-factor authentication, and cybersecurity training, just to name a few. I am grateful that the House has passed Congressman Ogles’ bill to continue supporting proactive cyber resilience efforts across the country, while also enhancing this program to ensure it can continue doing so effectively for years to come.”

On the “Strengthening Cyber Resilience Against State-Sponsored Threats Act,” Chairman Garbarino said:

“Now more than ever, it’s critical for the federal government to take a proactive, whole-of-government approach to countering escalating cyber threats from the Chinese Communist Party. I’m pleased the House passed Representative Ogles’ bill to protect our nation’s critical infrastructure by improving interagency coordination efforts to detect, prevent, and prepare for cyber threats posed by our greatest geopolitical adversary. As threats in cyberspace evolve rapidly, I urge the Senate to help send this legislation to President Trump’s desk without delay.”

PILLAR ACT TEXT

H.R. 2659 TEXT

# # #",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-celebrates-3-million-federal-investment-improve,Congressman Cohen Celebrates $3 Million Federal Investment to Improve Overton Park and the Memphis Zoo,2025-11-13,2025,2025-11,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"MEMPHIS – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today spoke at the fence-cutting and dedication of the new trail through the newly re-opened 17 acres of old growth forest in Overton Park for which he secured $3 million in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development funding. The grant also solved a longstanding Memphis Zoo parking challenge by protecting the Overton Park Greensward. The improvements resulting from the federal funding will open a walking path and more access to a beautiful part of Memphis as well as provide a solution to Memphis Zoo visitors parking on the Greensward. Memphis Mayor Paul Young and Matt Thompson of the Memphis Zoo, in their remarks, thanked and praised Congressman Cohen and said the $3 million project would not have been possible without his support in Washington.

More than 150 park supporters and neighbors were present for the announcement and were the first to walk the new trail.

In his remarks, Congressman Cohen said in part:

“When I grew up, Overton Park was the center of my life. We went to the zoo and we loved the zoo. We had lots of wonderful times there…

“The parking controversy pained me because two of my favorite institutions were at war and some of my favorite people were, so I wanted to be able to solve that…

“This is the center of Memphis and will continue to be the center of Memphis. I am most happy when I can provide things for my district that I love and for our city. Thank you very much.”

See the congressman’s entire remarks here.

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-diana-harshbargers-statement-voting-reopen-federal-government,Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger’s Statement on Voting to Reopen the Federal Government,2025-11-13,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,TN,Diana Harshbarger,H001086,harshbarger.house.gov,harshbarger,https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger (R-TN) released the following statement after the longest government shutdown in history, driven by Democrats’ absurd political motivations, comes to an end:

“Democrats caused unnecessary pain for families, farmers, federal workers and our service members during their shutdown charades. As the government opens back up, I hope Democrats have learned their lesson that the lives of the American people should never be used as political bargaining chips.” – Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-rose-introduces-bill-prohibit-senators-suing-taxpayers-over-rogue-biden,Rep. Rose Introduces Bill to Prohibit Senators from Suing Taxpayers over Rogue Biden DOJ,2025-11-13,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,TN,John W. Rose,R000612,johnrose.house.gov,johnrose,https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, DC—Ahead of the passage of H.R. 5371, a funding bill to reopen the federal government, U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) introduced the Repealing Enrichment for Senators Exploited by Targeting Act (RESET Act), legislation which would undo a provision of the bill which enables eight U.S. Senators to seek $500,000 (per occurrence) in compensation following subpoenas of their phone data executed by the FBI under former President Joe Biden.

Rep. Rose released the following statement:

“The Senate should know better than to ask American taxpayers to foot the bill for the rogue actions of the DOJ under Joe Biden’s leadership,” Rep. Rose said. “Tennesseans have suffered enough because of the many failed policies of the last administration – and they shouldn’t be forced to pay more. I voted in favor of this funding bill because the government simply had to reopen. However, I am committed to making sure no Senator can enrich themselves from this vital bill to reopen the government.”

Background:",1,2026-06-27T21:44:12Z,2026-06-27T22:31:22Z
https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-burchett-votes-end-democrat-shutdown,Rep. Burchett Votes to End the Democrat Shutdown,2025-11-12,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,TN,Tim Burchett,B001309,burchett.house.gov,burchett,https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. (November 12th, 2025) — Today, U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett voted in favor of a funding package to reopen the federal government. After 42 days of Senate Democrats holding the government and the American people hostage, the House has passed a bill to fully reopen the federal government. The resolution includes no additional spending, maintaining current federal funding levels and extending funding through January 30th, 2026. It also includes three of the twelve appropriations bills for fiscal year 2026.

“This is a win for all Americans, including the most vulnerable among us who rely on federal safety net programs, as well as federal workers who protect our borders and ensure safe air travel,” said Rep. Burchett. “After 42 days, we have finally reached the end of the Democrat-led shutdown, and I hope we can now work together to pass the remaining appropriations bills in a timely manner that reduces the deficit.”",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-urges-more-humanitarian-aid-civilians-gaza,Congressman Cohen Urges More Humanitarian Aid to Civilians in Gaza,2025-11-12,2025,2025-11,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) joined 125 Congressional colleagues calling on Secretary of State Marco Rubio to ensure desperately needed humanitarian aid reaches Gazan civilians. Nearly one month into the ceasefire agreement, there are still no details from the Trump administration on what aid is allowed into Gaza and what role the United States will play in aid delivery.

Congressman Cohen also joined more than 100 lawmakers in a letter to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu demanding that he immediately halt plans to demolish the West Bank village of Umm al-Kheir.

“We are gravely concerned that any further actions by settlers, vigilantes or the government to destroy the village…will traumatize this peaceful community and jeopardize the prospect of long-term peace,” the letter states. See that letter HERE.

In the letter to Rubio, the lawmakers write:

“Two years after Hamas’ brutal attack on Israel on October 7, we are encouraged by the ceasefire announced on October 8, 2025, and urge all parties to embrace this opportunity to create lasting peace and security in the region. While we welcome the news that humanitarian aid is entering Gaza after the October 8 ceasefire agreement, we seek clarity on your plan to ensure desperately needed humanitarian aid reaches Palestinian civilians in Gaza.

“After over two years, there remains an insufficient supply of food, water, baby formula, medicine, and other essential humanitarian supplies needed to support life for Palestinian civilians in Gaza. People are dying of starvation, including over 100 children since the start of the war, with an additional 320,000 children at risk of acute malnutrition.

“We are encouraged that more aid is being delivered following the recent ceasefire agreement, and we urge that aid distribution to be conducted by reputable international institutions. We hope that amidst the challenges of maintaining the ceasefire, there remains a robust commitment to all parties involved to continuing the flow of aid into Gaza. However, several questions remain about the implementation of this ceasefire and the State Department’s plan to increase humanitarian aid into Gaza for civilians.

“How will the State Department ensure that there is not only a sufficient amount but also a proper combination of humanitarian aid, such as food, water, baby formula, medicine, and housing supplies, to meet the needs of Palestinian civilians in Gaza?”

Read the full text of the letter HERE.

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-votes-no-continuing-resolution,Congressman Cohen Votes “No” on Continuing Resolution,2025-11-12,2025,2025-11,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today voted against the Continuing Appropriations, Agriculture, Legislative Branch, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, and Extensions Act.

The measure passed the House on a 222 to 209 vote. It now goes to the president to be signed into law.

Congressman Cohen explained his vote in the following statement:

“I certainly want to see the federal government reopened. I want to see air traffic controllers and all other federal employees paid and SNAP benefits restored. But the Republican compromise reached this week did not include provisions for extending health care subsidies for Affordable Care Act (ACA) premiums. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. called health care a fundamental civil right. My father was a doctor and I was stricken with polio at the age of five, spent months in the hospital and more months on crutches. To this day, I have health problems related to polio. I understand how important health care is. As a county commissioner, I put together the coalition of votes to create the Regional Medical Center in Memphis which we used to call ‘The Med,’ now Regional One. One of my proudest votes in Congress was for passage of the ACA. Everyone should have affordable health care. Senate Democrats should have stood firm on extending ACA subsidies. By not extending the ACA subsidies, millions of Americans will not be able to afford health coverage. I will always fight for health care. That’s why I cast a ‘no’ vote on the Continuing Resolution tonight.

“There are other good reasons to oppose the bill we considered tonight, including a requirement that telecommunications companies alert senators if their data has been requested for any legal process. It allows the eight Republicans whose phone records were seized as part of Special Counsel Jack Smith’s investigation of the January 6 attack on the Capitol to receive at least $500,000 each of taxpayer money from legal challenges stemming from the probe, even though the substance of their calls was not sought by the subpoenas, only the parties to the calls on the day before, January 6, and the following day, a legitimate inquiry under the circumstances. Both of Tennessee’s senators could benefit from that provision.”

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases/chairman-fleischmann-statement-on-end-of-the-democrat-government-shutdown,Chairman Fleischmann Statement on End of the Democrat Government Shutdown,2025-11-12,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,TN,"Charles J. ""Chuck"" Fleischmann",F000459,fleischmann.house.gov,fleischmann,https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"""From the beginning of the Democrats' Government Shutdown, beginning on September 19, when I voted for the clean, non-partisan Continuing Resolution (C.R.) to keep our government open, I have said that this government shutdown - purposely caused by Democrat politicians like Chuck Schumer – was indefensible and a farce on the American People. Shutting down the government is always wrong, yet Democrats chose to cause innocent Americans unnecessary pain for over 42 days, said Congressman Fleischmann.""

""For 42 days, Americans who rely on SNAP benefits have been in turmoil. For 42 days, federal workers like air traffic controllers, TSA agents, Border Patrol, and patriots in Oak Ridge who keep our nuclear deterrent secure have not been paid. For 42 days, Democrats have chosen to grind the basic functions of government to a halt, regardless of the consequences. For 42 days, the American People have paid the price for Democrats' political games. We cannot ever let a shutdown of this magnitude and length ever happen again.""

""Tonight was one of the easiest votes I have taken in Congress. I will never vote to shut down our government and cause Americans needless pain. I am glad some Democrats have seen the error of their ways and worked with me and my Republican colleagues in the House and Senate to reopen our government.""

""With passage of this bill to reopen our government, we now have time before the new January 30 deadline to pass the remaining Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) appropriations bills, including my FY26 Energy and Water bill, which passed the House earlier this year. I hope Democrats will work with us to pass commonsense, bipartisan FY26 appropriations bills that meet the American People's needs and will not force another needless government shutdown on our nation.""",1,2026-06-27T21:44:12Z,2026-06-27T22:31:22Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohens-veterans-day-statement-0,Congressman Cohen’s Veterans Day Statement,2025-11-10,2025,2025-11,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"MEMPHIS -- Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) will observe Veterans Day on Tuesday’s November 11 national holiday. He made the following statement:

“Every Veterans Day, we pause to pay tribute to the brave men and women who have served our country in uniform and to thank them for their service. On this 107th anniversary of the Armistice that ended World War 1 on the 11th day of the 11th month of the year, we honor that tradition. We must also keep our promises to our veterans by providing the best medical care at Department of Veterans Affairs facilities, including at the Lieutenant Colonel Luke Weathers Jr. VA Medical Center in Memphis, so they receive the state-of-the-art treatment and services they have earned and deserve. For those transitioning from the active-duty armed services to civilian life, we need to ensure they have good-paying jobs and meaningful educational opportunities. I am always proud to support funding the VA and legislation to improve veterans’ lives.

“Although we are not at war, we have thousands of sailors, soldiers, airmen and Marines at home and abroad, including thousands serving in or near active conflict zones and off the coast of South America. For those who are deployed, I look forward to their safe return home to families, friends and colleagues.

“On this Veterans Day, I thank all who have served for their sacrifice. I hope everyone will take the opportunity the holiday affords to express appreciation to veterans and active-duty service members for the sacrifices that they and their families have made or are making.”

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-kustoff-announces-military-service-academy-nominations-2026-2027,Congressman Kustoff Announces Military Service Academy Nominations for 2026 – 2027 School Year,2025-11-10,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,TN,David Kustoff,K000392,kustoff.house.gov,kustoff,https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Last week, Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN) nominated students from West Tennessee to the U.S. Air Force Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, and U.S. Military Academy. ""Each year, it is an honor to nominate exceptional students from West Tennessee to attend our country’s military academies,"" said Congressman Kustoff. “These young men and women have demonstrated character and leadership in their schools and communities. I applaud each of them for their willingness to serve.”

Congressman Kustoff personally called each nominee to offer his congratulations and tell them which academies they would be nominated to attend.

See the full list of nominations below.

U.S. Air Force Academy:

Harold Anderson (Houston High School), Blake Bryson (Collierville High School), Dev Dalsania (St. George's Independent School), Victoria Davidson (Tipton-Rosemark Academy), Chase Ellingsworth (Evangelical Christian School), Brodi Lichliter (Collierville High School), Gray Patterson (Briarcrest Christian Academy), Parker Pounds (Briarcrest Christian Academy), Tristan Strauss (Nile C. Kinnick High School), Russell Wilson (Lexington High School)

U.S. Coast Guard Academy:

Tristan Strauss (Nile C. Kinnick High School)

U.S. Naval Academy:

Harold Anderson (Houston High School), Blake Bryson (Collierville High School), Makayla Bullock (Houston High School), Chloe Bush (U.S. Naval Academy Preparatory School), Dev Dalsania (St. George's Independent School), Victoria Davidson (Tipton-Rosemark Academy), Chase Ellingsworth (Evangelical Christian School), Lyle Grant (Collierville High School), Brodi Lichliter (Collierville High School), Sam Miraglia (St. George's Independent School), Andrew Painter (Briarcrest Christian Academy), Gray Patterson (Briarcrest Christian Academy), Jett Pickens (Lakeland Preparatory School), Tristan Strauss (Nile C. Kinnick High School), Russell Wilson (Lexington High School)

U.S. Merchant Marine Academy:

Harold Anderson (Houston High School), Blake Bryson (Collierville High School), Brodi Lichliter (Collierville High School), Gray Patterson (Briarcrest Christian Academy), Jett Pickens (Lakeland Preparatory School)",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-expresses-concern-reduction-air-traffic,Congressman Cohen Expresses Concern at Reduction in Air Traffic,2025-11-06,2025,2025-11,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"MEMPHIS – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9), until recently the ranking member of the Aviation Subcommittee, responded to Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy’s decision to reduce air traffic by 10 percent in 40 major markets, including Memphis International Airport, with the following statement:

“We always put safety first, so Secretary Duffy’s decision under the current circumstances is prudent, but also political. The stress air traffic controllers normally work with is significant and adding not being paid makes it worse. I understand their frustration. This is a political move by the Trump administration to try to force Democrats to accede to their budget and priorities which cut health care and nutritional benefits from seniors, children and people with disabilities. Trump knows that taking away the premium credits from ACA plans is politically damaging to him. I introduced the Aviation Funding Stability Act before the government shutdown that would have kept FAA programs funded using the Airport and Airway Trust Fund during a suspension of appropriations. Unfortunately, Speaker Mike Johnson won’t allow the House to convene for a vote. Addressing this situation as we near Thanksgiving is critical.”

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-statement-former-speaker-nancy-pelosi-decision-not,Congressman Cohen Statement on Former Speaker Nancy Pelosi Decision Not to Seek Re-Election,2025-11-06,2025,2025-11,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"MEMPHIS – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) made the following statement after learning that Congresswoman and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi will not seek re-election:

“My first vote in Congress, in January 2007, was to elect Nancy Pelosi the first woman Speaker of the House, and it was one of the votes I’m most proud to have cast. Nancy called me the ‘conscience’ of my freshman class of lawmakers elected in 2006. She is the reason we have the Affordable Care Act, which I dubbed Pelosicare. I wish her well in retirement.”

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:52:45Z
https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/chairman-griffith-vice-chair-harshbarger-celebrate-inaugural-fda-voucher,"Chairman Griffith, Vice Chair Harshbarger Celebrate Inaugural FDA Voucher to USAntibiotics in Bristol",2025-11-06,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,TN,Diana Harshbarger,H001086,harshbarger.house.gov,harshbarger,https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Thursday, November 6, 2025 – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced that it will provide USAntibiotics — located in Bristol, Tennessee — a National Priority Voucher for the company’s Augmentin XR (Amoxicillin Clavulanic Potassium) product. This medication treats community-acquired pneumonia and acute bacterial sinusitis caused by penicillin-resistant bacteria.

USAntibiotics was selected as part of the FDA Commissioner’s National Priority Voucher (CNPV) Pilot Program, which is designed to expedite the review of pharmaceuticals that advance critical public health and national security priorities, including domestic drug manufacturing.

U.S. Representative Morgan Griffith (R-VA), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health, and U.S. Representative Diana Harshbarger (R-TN), Vice Chair of the Health Subcommittee, welcomed this news and applauded the work of USAntibiotics.

“The FDA created the CNPV Pilot Program to help American prescription drug and biological product developers meet the moment to power domestic drug manufacturing,” said Chairman Griffith and Vice Chair Harshbarger. “With this recent announcement, Bristol’s USAntibiotics can grow as a leading American pharmaceutical manufacturer of amoxicillin to help treat American communities. As Health Subcommittee Chairman and Vice Chair, we remain steadfast in pushing for ‘America First’ policies that attract companies to invest in the United States and help them manufacture safe, effective and serviceable drugs for the American people.”

BACKGROUND

In 2021, USAntibiotics opened its facility in Bristol, Tennessee.

Chairman Griffith and Vice Chair Harshbarger toured USAntibiotics in June 2024.

Key benefits of the CNPV Pilot Program include faster review times, collaborative and robust review efforts and advancement of U.S. national health priorities. Following submission of a complete application, the new voucher promises a review decision within 1-2 months as opposed to the typical 10-12 months.

This year, multiple companies announced billion-dollar investments in Virginia to increase domestic pharmaceutical manufacturing. Eli Lilly, Merck and AstraZeneca all plan to build or expand operations in the Commonwealth.",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-john-rose-visits-those-hit-hardest-government-shutdown,Congressman John Rose Visits Those Hit Hardest by Government Shutdown,2025-11-06,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,TN,John W. Rose,R000612,johnrose.house.gov,johnrose,https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"GALLATIN, TN—On day 37 of the government shutdown, U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) continues to hear from concerned constituents, unpaid federal workers, farmers, aspiring homebuyers, and air travelers about the impact the shutdown is having on their lives and livelihoods.

Congressman Rose spoke with Terri Turner, co-owner of Turner & Sons Nursery in Smithville. Prior to the shutdown, Turner was anticipating a crew of 50 H-2A workers arriving on Nov. 14. Now, she's preparing for the possibility of an arrival date in late December or next year. ""There's been a lot of sleepless nights for my husband and two sons,"" Turner said. ""We just need them here. They love to work for us, and we love to have them."" She also noted delays to their operation will hurt independent garden centers, landscapers, and orchards in the region.

Rep. Rose also heard from LaNelle Godsey, Deputy Director of the Upper Cumberland Human Resource Agency (UCHRA). Funding for three of their programs has been suspended as a result of the shutdown, including a program aimed at providing home visits to vulnerable seniors. A lapse in funding, for that program alone, has already resulted in six layoffs. “These clients are some of our most vulnerable clients,"" Godsey said. ""I think, emotionally, it's starting to get people down.” Godsey is also concerned about how the shutdown will impact LIHEAP (Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program) in the coming weeks, particularly with freezing temperatures on the way.

Dean Selby, Vice President of the Tennessee Aviation Association and Executive Director of the Upper Cumberland Regional Airport, fears the shutdown could result in months or years of delays in airspace and environmental reviews and processing of grant applications. “We've got to be thinking about the long-term problem that's being created,” Selby said.

Rep. Rose released the following statement:

“This has gone on for far too long. Senate Democrats have put food assistance for millions at risk. They’ve put our skies at risk. They’ve withheld paychecks for hundreds of thousands of Americans, including the brave men and women of our armed forces,” Rep. Rose said. “Critical loans and grants aren’t going out, and applications aren’t being reviewed. Every county I represent is being affected by this politically motivated obstruction. I will continue to do all I can on behalf of Tennesseans. That includes sharing their stories and bringing attention to the pain this shutdown is causing.”

Background:

On Sep. 19, Representative Rose voted in favor of the measure to keep the government funded, at current levels, through Nov. 21. The U.S. Senate has unsuccessfully voted 14 times since to fund the government. The chamber is roughly five votes short of meeting the 60-vote threshold needed to pass.",1,2026-06-27T21:44:12Z,2026-06-27T22:31:22Z
https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-burchetts-visit-second-harvest-food-bank,Rep. Burchett's Visit to Second Harvest Food Bank,2025-11-05,2025,2025-11,Republican,House,TN,Tim Burchett,B001309,burchett.house.gov,burchett,https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: With the ongoing government shutdown, U.S. Representative Tim Burchett (TN-02) visited Second Harvest, where he met with CEO Elaine Streno and her team. Congressman Burchett toured their warehouse, where volunteers have already packed 1.3 million meals this year. They discussed how the organization relies on community support, with food and funding provided by local donors, corporate sponsors, and food partners.

If you or someone you know needs assistance, Second Harvest can be a lifeline for families, children, and seniors who don’t qualify for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) or who have temporarily lost access to those benefits during the government shutdown. For more information about available programs, please visit feedtn.org.

“Second Harvest is one of many food banks serving East Tennessee, providing hungry families with nearly 23 million meals last year,” said Rep. Tim Burchett. “They work with 789 partner agencies to deliver food to our neighbors across the region. I’m proud to see Tennesseans living up to the standard of the Volunteer State.”

“I’ve visited food banks across my district to see firsthand the harm Democrats have caused in East Tennessee. This is exactly why I voted yes to pass a clean government funding package, which would have fully funded SNAP and paid our federal workers, and I call on my Democrat colleagues in the Senate to end the government shutdown.”",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-expresses-guarded-hope-snap-benefits-will-continue,Congressman Cohen Expresses Guarded Hope SNAP Benefits will Continue Flowing,2025-10-31,2025,2025-10,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"MEMPHIS – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) expressed guarded optimism that rulings by federal judges in Massachusetts and Rhode Island will keep Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits flowing, at least in the short term. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) had planned to withhold payments for the program, arguing it could no longer fund it because of the government shutdown, despite previously pointing to the available contingency funds as a way to maintain the program.

Congressman Cohen made the following statement:

“As I have been saying, the Trump Administration’s actions are simply a cynical and cruel attempt to withhold food from Americans in a desperate attempt to find political leverage, holding SNAP recipients as hostages in this Republican shutdown. We are here to support and empower our constituents – to make their lives better — not starve them. Both Judges immediately recognized that Congress created and funded a contingency account to cushion the impact of emergencies and financial hardship. USDA has access to those funds and has the ability to provide SNAP benefits into November. The ‘SNAP cliff’ was an arbitrary, artificial and heartless stunt, threatening to make Americans, including 690,000 in Tennessee, go hungry.

“As a member of the House Democrats’ Litigation and Rapid Response Task Force, I have been following the cases closely and we have been in touch with the plaintiffs. It should not take court orders to get this president to protect Americans, but evidently it does. I hope clear-eyed Republicans will see the legal rationale and moral imperative of these rulings, abandon their lawlessness, and focus on the well-being of our people.”

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressmen-cohen-and-wilson-introduce-resolution-supporting,Congressmen Cohen and Wilson to Introduce Resolution Supporting International Day of Political Prisoners,2025-10-30,2025,2025-10,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9), the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe Parliamentary Assembly’s Special Representative on Political Prisoners, and Congressman Joe Wilson (SC-2), Co-Chairman of the Helsinki Commission, will introduce on Friday a House resolution supporting the designation of October 30 – today – as the International Day of Political Prisoners.

The resolution reads:

“Whereas there are an estimated 1,000,000 political prisoners across the world, including cases of journalists, academics, political opposition activists, dissidents, antiwar campaigners, and human rights defenders being detained, arrested, imprisoned, convicted, and otherwise punished for political motives without connection to any credible offense;

“Whereas authoritarian and repressive regimes around the world, including the Republic of Belarus, the People’s Republic of China, the Republic of Cuba, the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Republic of the Union of Burma, the Russian Federation, and the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, have engaged in systematic imprisonment of independent voices;

“Whereas, in 2024 and 2025, the United States Government, through bilateral and multilateral negotiations, secured the release of several dozen political prisoners from the Republic of Belarus, the Russian Federation, and the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela;

“Whereas, on October 30, 1974, Ukrainian and Russian prisoners of conscience in the Soviet Gulag initiated the tradition of marking the annual Day of Political Prisoners in the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR) to draw public attention to the plight of those imprisoned for their political or religious beliefs and to express solidarity with them; and

“Whereas, in subsequent years, the Day of Political Prisoners on October 30 was marked by hunger strikes by prisoners inside the Soviet Gulag and by public demonstrations of solidarity in cities across the USSR: Now, therefore, be it

“Resolved, That the House of Representatives—

deplores all forms of political repression and imprisonment and conveys its unwavering solidarity with all those imprisoned around the world for peacefully expressing their political or religious beliefs;

supports efforts by the United States Government to condemn political imprisonment, hold accountable those regimes responsible for persecuting and imprisoning dissenters, raise international awareness of political prisoners, and secure their release through bilateral and multilateral negotiations with other states, and urges it to continue such efforts in the future; and supports the designation of an ‘International Day of Political Prisoners’ in the United States.”

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/us-congressman-cohen-and-swedish-parliamentarian-rojhan-statement,U.S. Congressman Cohen and Swedish Parliamentarian Rojhan Statement Recognizing International Day of Political Prisoners,2025-10-30,2025,2025-10,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"On the occasion of the International Day of Political Prisoners, Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) General Rapporteur for political prisoners, Azadeh Rojhan (Sweden, SOC) and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe’s (OSCE) Parliamentary Assembly Special Representative on Political Prisoners, Steve Cohen (United States), made the following statement:

“In his letter from jail, Martin Luther King Jr. wrote that injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. On this International Day of Political Prisoners, these words remind us of our universal responsibility towards those who have been deprived of their liberty for defending truth, freedom, and human dignity.

“Today, we honour the many individuals worldwide whose voices are silenced by prison walls. Their courage in the face of oppression embodies the principles upon which our societies are built: the fundamental rights to speak, to dissent, to inform, and to participate in public life without fear or reprisal.

“The struggle for freedom is neither isolated not constrained by borders. From Minsk to Moscow, from Tbilisi to Baku, stories of repression persist. We observe with grave concern the continued detention of Ales Bialiatski, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate in Belarus, and Alexei Gorinov in Russia. These brave individuals embody humanity and unwavering convictions, serving as beacons of light amid the darkness of authoritarian rule. We also recognise the extraordinary courage of Václav Havel Human Rights Prize nominees Mzia Amaghobeli in Georgia and Ulvi Hassanli in Azerbaijan, journalists imprisoned for their commitment to truth and justice. We also reiterate our call for the immediate release of Vadym Golda, Maxim Petrov, and Dmytro Shabanov. These Ukrainian nationals and former OSCE officials were convicted on politically motivated charges following farce trials by the Russian-controlled ‘supreme courts’ in the occupied territories of Ukraine.

“These are just several names among thousands. Behind each name stands a suffering family, a community deprived of a valued member, and nations yearning for freedom and justice. The plight of political prisoners stands as an indictment of the regimes that silence opposition and criminalise dissent. Yet, even in the darkest of times, the quiet strength of these individuals continues to inspire and mobilise efforts for change.

“Our solidarity with political prisoners and their families does not end with words. We call upon all States to fulfill their international obligations by investigating abuses and releasing those detained on politically motivated charges. Where justice is denied, collective action—whether through diplomatic engagement, principled advocacy, or targeted sanctions against rights violators—must be pursued.

“To the political prisoners whose sacrifice transcends personal suffering, we say: You are not forgotten. Your integrity upholds the eternal flame of liberty. We remain committed to a world in which no one faces persecution for speaking truth to power.

“Democracy, justice, and human dignity are not concessions to be granted, but enduring demands. We stand united in defending them.”

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://desjarlais.house.gov/media-center?ID=1F798233-AC5F-4911-96E0-C3107E1ABDC5,DESJARLAIS EXPRESSES CONCERN TO USDA & DHS OVER ILLEGAL MIGRANT SNAP BENEFIT USE,2025-10-30,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,TN,Scott DesJarlais,D000616,desjarlais.house.gov,desjarlais,https://desjarlais.house.gov/media-center,scraper,"(WASHINGTON, DC) –Congressman Scott DesJarlais (R-TN-04) authored a letter to United States Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins and United States Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem expressing concern over illegal migrants potentially using SNAP benefits.

Rep. DesJarlais expressed his gratitude for the work President Trump, Secretary Rollins, and Secretary Noem have done so far to ensure those who are in the U.S. illegally are unable to take advantage of social programs. He highlighted his concern that progressive state leaders across the country may still be gaming the system due to a lack of reporting requirements.

“I write to you today to express my concern that the United States Department of Agriculture’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is continuing to be utilized by illegal aliens, despite multiple Trump Administration directives, when we have American citizens who are in need. I strongly believe that without strict reporting requirements from states that manage their individual SNAP programs, corruption will occur from progressive governors and state leaders,” said DesJarlais in his letter.

The Tennessee Congressman placed blame on former President Biden’s failed open border policies for the reason the current SNAP system is being utilized by illegal migrants.

He says in the letter, “President Biden stopped the enforcement of former President Trump’s Public Charge Rule in March of 2021, which denied migrants’ entrance into the U.S. if they possessed the potential to need government welfare assistance. This enticed even more migrants to flood our southern border. We are also aware that under the direction of Biden, many migrants were granted asylum or asylum-seeking status without proper investigation or adjudication into these claims.”

Rep. DesJarlais requested answers to the following questions:

Questions for the United States Department of Agriculture:

How many Americans are currently enrolled in SNAP benefits?

How many non-American citizens are currently enrolled in SNAP benefits?

a) How many non-American citizens enrolled in SNAP benefits are minors?

b) How many non-American citizens enrolled in SNAP benefits are claiming asylum-seeking status?

c) How many non-American citizens began immediately receiving SNAP benefits based on the other nine exceptions listed above?

Are there means of tracking the number of non-American citizens who immediately receive SNAP benefits upon arriving in the United States to ensure there is not widespread fraud and abuse? If no, is this something that can be mandated to states to receive funding for their SNAP programs?

What is the annual cost to the SNAP benefits program for non-citizens who are seeking asylum?

Questions for the United States Department of Homeland Security:

• How many migrants crossing the southern border are minors?

• What percentage of border crossers claim they are seeking asylum?

• What is the total number of asylum seekers currently awaiting adjudication?

• What is the average wait time for adjudication for asylum seekers?

• What percentage of those seeking asylum are granted asylum?

He ended the letter by saying he is grateful for the work the Trump Administration has done so far to remediate the devastating impact Biden’s open border policies have had on Americans. DesJarlais says he hopes to partner with Rollins and Noem to continue this work.

###",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases/ogles-leads-charge-denaturalize-and-deport-zohran-mamdani,Ogles Leads Charge to Denaturalize and Deport Zohran Mamdani,2025-10-29,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,TN,Andrew Ogles,O000175,ogles.house.gov,ogles,https://ogles.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congressman Andy Ogles (TN-5) has sent a letter requesting that the Department of Justice provide an update on investigating New York Mayoral Candidate Zohran Mamdani’s naturalization documents over his publicized support for the five convicted jihadists running the “Holy Land Foundation,” an organization that funneled millions of dollars to Hamas, a designated terrorist group.

Congressman Ogles initially sent a letter on June 26th, 2025, to the Department of Justice detailing Mamdani’s previous ties and vocal support for terrorist organizations, and requested the Attorney General investigate.

“If Mamdani lied on his naturalization documents, he doesn’t get to be a citizen, and he certainly doesn’t get to run for mayor of New York City,” said Congressman Ogles. ""A great American city is on the precipice of being run by a communist who has publicly embraced a terroristic ideology. The American naturalization system REQUIRES any alignments with communism or terrorist activities to be disclosed. I’m doubtful he disclosed them. If this is confirmed, put him on the first flight back to Uganda,” Congressman Ogles said.

Read The Letter Here",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/harshbarger-democrats-vote-13th-time-keep-government-shut-down-food-and,Harshbarger: Democrats Vote for the 13th Time to Keep the Government Shut Down as Food and Paychecks Run Out,2025-10-28,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,TN,Diana Harshbarger,H001086,harshbarger.house.gov,harshbarger,https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – For the thirteenth time, Senate Democrats have voted to continue the government Shutdown – rejecting a clean, bipartisan funding bill they themselves have supported in the past.

As a direct result of their obstruction, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will expire on November 1, leaving nearly 700,000 Tennesseans uncertain about how they’ll put food on the table. The WIC program is projected to run out of funding, jeopardizing nutrition support for women, infants, and children across the state. And troops, TSA agents, and air traffic controllers face missed paychecks even as they work to protect our freedom and keep our nation running.

“Democrats had yet another opportunity to reopen the government today. Instead, they voted to punish American families—starving children of food assistance, stiffing our troops, and calling it ‘leverage.’ It’s despicable. Families who depend on food assistance, service members who protect our freedom, and the workers who keep our skies safe continue to pay the price for the Democrats’ political games and negligence.” – Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger

BACKGROUND:

The big picture:

For the 13th time, Democrats voted to keep the government closed, blocking a clean, bipartisan bill that would restore funding for food assistance, pay our troops, and keep essential operations running. It’s important to note, Democrats promoted the exact same funding bill when they were in the Majority, but now they’ve rejected this same funding bill 13 separate times.

Why it matters:

SNAP benefits begin expiring November 1, affecting nearly 700,000 Tennesseans.

The WIC program—which supports mothers and infants—is within days of running out of money.

Military families, TSA agents, and air traffic controllers face uncertainty about their next paycheck.

What Democrats are saying on the shutdown:

“Every day gets better for us.” — Sen. Chuck Schumer

“There are going to be families that are going to suffer... but this is one of the few leverage points we have.” — Rep. Katherine Clark

“If you reopen the government and we lose our leverage…” — Sen. Bernie Sanders

A senior Democrat aide said the party would not reopen the government “short of planes falling out of the sky.”

Between the lines:

Democrats are using the shutdown and the American people’s lives as leverage to push unrelated policy goals like restoring taxpayer-funded healthcare for illegal immigrants to the tune of $1.5 trillion.

The bottom line:

Every day the Democrat led Shutdown continues is another day American families suffer while Democrats celebrate their “leverage.” It’s time to end the political games and reopen the government.",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-urges-governor-lee-extend-snap-benefits,Congressman Cohen Urges Governor Lee to Extend SNAP Benefits,2025-10-24,2025,2025-10,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"MEMPHIS – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today wrote to Governor Bill Lee urging him to use state emergency reserve funds to extend benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) if they would otherwise lapse because of the ongoing federal government shutdown.

The letter reads:

“I write to urge you to act swiftly to ensure Tennesseans do not go hungry amid the federal government shutdown. More than 690,000 Tennesseans rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to keep food on the table. With federal benefits at risk of suspension in November, your administration has both the means and the moral obligation to step in and provide temporary assistance to those in need.

“Tennessee currently maintains a rainy-day fund exceeding $2 billion, designed precisely for moments of crisis. If losing food assistance for nearly one in ten Tennesseans does not constitute an emergency, it is difficult to imagine what would. A short-term infusion of state resources could prevent catastrophic consequences for families, seniors, veterans, children, and people with disabilities who depend on SNAP to survive.

“Inaction would also place unsustainable strain on our state’s already overburdened food banks, which simply cannot fill the gap left by the loss of federal benefits. Every dollar of SNAP generates economic activity in our communities, supporting grocers, farmers, and local economies. Allowing these benefits to lapse would ripple far beyond individual households, harming small businesses and local food systems statewide.

“Today, I joined my colleagues in calling on the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to use contingency funds and all available authorities to extend federal SNAP benefits. But as long as there remains uncertainty at the federal level, I urge you to act now to provide emergency support from Tennessee’s reserves to prevent widespread hunger and hardship.

“I respectfully request that your administration immediately identify and deploy available resources to assist families at risk of losing their benefits. Tennesseans should not be made to skip meals or choose between food, rent, and medicine because of political gridlock in Washington.

“This is a moment for compassion and leadership. I trust that you will do what is right to ensure that no Tennessean goes hungry.”

See the letter here.

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-condemns-ice-recruitment-advertising,Congressman Cohen Condemns ICE Recruitment Advertising,2025-10-20,2025,2025-10,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"MEMPHIS – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9), a senior member of the Judiciary Committee, today wrote to Attorney General Pam Bondi and Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem urging them to discontinue targeting local law enforcement officers nationally, including those in Memphis, for recruitment to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

The letter reads in part:

“I write to express serious concern about the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) recruitment advertisements currently airing on television across the country, including in Memphis, and to urge that they be discontinued immediately. These advertisements demean the work of local law enforcement officers and actively encourage them to leave their departments for ICE—undermining morale, straining local agencies, and ultimately degrading public safety.

“These commercials make our communities less safe. They demoralize local officers and lure them away from their departments at a time when many police forces are already facing severe staffing shortages. In Memphis, for example, recruiting qualified candidates has been one of the City’s top priorities, yet the Memphis Police Department (MPD) remains roughly 500 officers—about 20 percent—below full strength.

“ICE’s enormous incentives, including advertised signing bonuses as high as $50,000 and student loan forgiveness, only exacerbate the problem. To put that in perspective, an MPD patrol officer earns approximately $55,000 per year. A bonus of that size is effectively a full year’s salary—an understandably tempting offer for officers who have dedicated their careers to serving their communities. Every officer who leaves for ICE is one fewer officer on the beat, worsening an already critical staffing shortage. Those who remain face longer hours, more mandatory overtime, and greater risk—all while feeling that their work is devalued by the federal government.

“The scale of ICE’s recruitment campaign and its large financial incentives imply that immigration enforcement is a greater national priority than local policing. Local law enforcement officers work diligently—and often in dangerous circumstances—to keep our communities safe. There is no substitute for a professional, well-trained police department. When you call 911 in an emergency, local police respond, not ICE. They are our first responders, and their role cannot be replaced.

“The advertisements also misrepresent the work of local police. They suggest that officers are ordered to “stand down” and allow dangerous individuals to go free. That is simply false. In Memphis—as in every jurisdiction across the country—police arrest violent offenders regardless of immigration status. To imply otherwise is not only inaccurate but deeply insulting to the men and women who risk their lives daily to keep their communities safe. It is also worth noting that statistically, immigrants, including undocumented immigrants, are less likely to engage in criminal activity than U.S. citizens.

“Congress has repeatedly acted on a bipartisan basis to strengthen and support local law enforcement. We fund them directly through federal grants, provide training and technical assistance, and maintain federal agencies—such as the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives—that work in close partnership with state and local departments. The Department of Justice itself houses entire components devoted to supporting and improving local policing.

“For the safety of all our communities, federal agencies must not pit themselves against local law enforcement. This approach is shortsighted, divisive, and dangerous. I urge you to remove these advertisements and to reconsider ICE’s recruitment strategy so that it strengthens—rather than undermines—the vital work of our local police.”

See the entire letter here.

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-condemns-trump-attacks-democrat-programs-and-young,Congressman Cohen Condemns Trump Attacks on “Democrat Programs” and Young GOP Leaders’ Racism,2025-10-15,2025,2025-10,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-) swiftly and forcefully condemned President Trump’s attacks on “Democrat programs” he is closing down as the government shutdown entered its third week. He also addressed press reports that young Republican state leaders used racist, antisemitic and homophobic language in thousands of a group chat messages earlier this year that have now been made public. He made the following statement:

“Bills are voted in by Democrats and Republicans and the beneficiaries are Democrats and Republicans. They’re not ‘Democrat’ bills as Trump calls them; they’re American bills and American laws: SNAP payments benefit low-income people with nutritional needs. And grocers benefit from them and food manufacturers and producers benefit from them and farmers benefit from them as well as the individuals getting food for their SNAP benefits so they’re not Democrat bills; they’re American bills.

“Reports that young Republican state party leaders sent and received thousands of group chat messages expressing foul, violent and racist sentiments also must be condemned. Trump’s rhetoric has led an erosion in civil discourse. These trends must be addressed and reversed. Additionally, those responsible for permitting them must be called out and removed from positions of responsibility.”

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-demands-answers-proposed-us-bailout-argentina,Congressman Cohen Demands Answers on Proposed U.S. Bailout of Argentina,2025-10-15,2025,2025-10,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today wrote to U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent demanding answers after reports that the United States is bailing out Argentina and its Trump-supporting President Javier Milei. The letter reads in part:

“I request an immediate explanation regarding reports that the United States is bailing out Argentina by purchasing an undisclosed number of pesos and providing a $20 billion currency swap line with Argentina’s central bank, exchanging stable U.S. dollars with volatile pesos. These reported transfers raise urgent questions about the legal authority, source of funds, and policy justification for directing such a substantial sum abroad, especially while significant portions of the federal government remain shut down.

“I’m concerned that the Argentine economy is about to collapse and, if it does, our monies will be gone and the beneficiaries may be two billionaire friends of Secretary Bessent. American taxpayers will come up with zero.

“Right now, federal employees are furloughed, unpaid, and laid off in the name of government savings, and several domestic programs that many Americans rely on such as Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program are at risk. Republicans also want health care costs to skyrocket by letting Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits expire, which will affect thousands in my district, Tennessee’s Ninth. The public deserves clarity about how and why the President is bailing out a foreign country instead of working with Congress to reopen the government.

“Please provide the following information:

The precise statutory, regulatory, or constitutional authority used to authorize the transfer of U.S. funds to Argentina;

The exact source of funds used;

The amounts, dates, and recipient entities or accounts in Argentina that received the funds;

An explanation of how this transfer complies with current budgetary limitations and how it was reconciled with the ongoing lapse in appropriations affecting domestic programs; and

Whether sending $20 billion to Argentina is more ‘Argentina First’ or ‘America First.’”

See the entire letter here.

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-expresses-his-condolences-after-deadly-explosion,Congressman Cohen Expresses His Condolences After Deadly Explosion at Tennessee Munitions Plant,2025-10-10,2025,2025-10,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"MEMPHIS – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today expressed his condolences over the loss of life and injuries in an explosion at a munitions plant near McEwen, Tennessee, earlier today and released the following statement:

“I express my profound condolences to the families and friends of the victims of this horrific incident. I will continue to monitor the situation and will work with Senators Blackburn and Hagerty, and Congressman Kustoff, and with local and state officials, as the investigation continues.”

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-welcomes-israel-hamas-ceasefire,Congressman Cohen Welcomes Israel-Hamas Ceasefire,2025-10-10,2025,2025-10,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"MEMPHIS – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) is observing the beginning of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas after more than two years of war, and made the following statement:

“I welcome the news that Israel and Hamas have agreed on the first phase of a ceasefire framework. As part of the agreement, all remaining hostages in Gaza will be returned to their families. After two long years, the hostages and families can finally start their healing process.

“This agreement is a vital first step toward lasting peace, and I urge all parties to abide by the terms. There is still lots of work to be done to reach a lasting resolution, and Palestinian civilians still desperately need an increased surge of humanitarian aid.

“I will continue to monitor this situation with cautious optimism.”

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-demands-back-pay-furloughed-federal-workforce,Congressman Cohen Demands Back Pay for Furloughed Federal Workforce,2025-10-09,2025,2025-10,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"MEMPHIS – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) wrote to the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Russell Vought today seeking clarification on whether federal employees furloughed because of the government shutdown will receive back pay when their offices re-open.

A recent OMB memorandum suggested employees may not be guaranteed back pay, which “is inconsistent with both federal law and decades of bipartisan precent,” Congressman Cohen’s letter says.

“The Government Employee Fair Treatment Act of 2019 — signed into law by then-President Donald J. Trump — explicitly guarantees back pay for all federal employees affected by a lapse in appropriations.

“The plain language of that statute leaves no room for doubt: federal employees who are required to work without pay, as well as those furloughed during a shutdown, must be made whole when government funding is restored.”

See the entire letter here.

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-introduce-end-racial-and-religious-profiling-act,Congressman Cohen to Introduce the End Racial and Religious Profiling Act,2025-10-09,2025,2025-10,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9), a senior member of the Judiciary Committee, plans to introduce the End Racial and Religious Profiling Act on Friday.

In a statement, Congressman Cohen said:

“With the recent ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court in Vasquez Perdoma v. Noem, the Supreme Court rubber-stamped racial profiling, a cornerstone of the Trump administration’s militarized policing strategy.

“This isn’t about going after ‘the worst of the worst;’ it’s about targeting specific drivers based on their appearance in order to search and deport them. The Memphis Safety Task Force is pulling over drivers for minor offenses, like having a paper license plate tag or a dim light, with the hope of escalating the encounter to a search or arrest. It also burdens specific communities with additional fines and fees from traffic citations. In the United States, everyone is equal under the law and should be treated equally by law enforcement. This is wrong, discriminatory, and dangerous, and must stop immediately.”

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/press-advisory-congressman-cohen-speak-foote-park-south-city-ribbon,Press Advisory: Congressman Cohen to Speak at The Foote Park at South City Ribbon Cutting,2025-10-08,2025,2025-10,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"MEMPHIS – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) will attend and speak at The Foote Park at South City Community Homes on Thursday, October 9. Congressman Cohen secured $750,000 for the final phase of the project on the site of the former Foote Homes through the annual appropriations process. The effort began in 2015 when Congressman Cohen secured a $30 million grant under President Obama’s Choice Neighborhoods Program.

What: A ribbon cutting at The Foote Park at South City VI Community Homes

Who: Congressman Cohen; Ellen Eubank, CNI Project Manager, Memphis Housing Authority; Mayor Paul Young, City of Memphis; Ralph Perrey, Executive Director, Tennessee Housing Development Agency; Denise Cleveland-Leggett, Southeast Regional Administrator, U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development; Dexter Washington, Chief Executive Officer, Memphis Housing Authority; Archie Willis, Founder & President, ComCap Partners; Eva Mosby, Regional Vice President, Urban Strategies Inc.; Tierra Bell, South City Resident; Shante Avant, President & CEO, Women’s Foundation for a Greater Memphis; and Emily Bernstein, Senior Vice President, McCormack Baron Salazar

When: Thursday, October 9, at 10:30 a.m.

Where: 430 South Danny Thomas Boulevard

Please RSVP to Congressman Cohen’s Communications Director at Bartholomew.Sullivan@mail.house.gov

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-rose-stands-trump-admin-support-ft-campbell-students-impacted-government,Rep. Rose Stands with Trump Admin for Support of Ft. Campbell Students Impacted by Government Shutdown,2025-10-08,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,TN,John W. Rose,R000612,johnrose.house.gov,johnrose,https://johnrose.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"COOKEVILLE, TN—Today, U.S. Representative John Rose (TN-06) is standing with the Trump Administration in restoring the ability of Fort Campbell High School students to take part in athletics and other extracurricular activities amid the ongoing government shutdown.

While on a recent visit to Fort Campbell, Rep. Rose learned that Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) schools, including Fort Campbell, were scaling back operations as a result of the lapse in funding. That included halting sporting events and extracurricular activities, including sports practices.

Rep. Rose contacted the White House last week to bring attention to this issue on behalf of the student athletes who have spent months or years in many cases preparing for this sporting season, including the Fort Campbell High School Football team.

Rep. Rose released the following statement:

“Politics shouldn’t stand in the way of high school athletics—especially when those schools are made up of students whose parents serve our country,” Rep. Rose said. “I applaud the Trump Administration for ensuring DoDEA student athletes aren’t punished by the political theatrics of 44 Senate Democrats, who continue to refuse to do the right thing and reopen the government.”

Background:",1,2026-06-27T21:44:12Z,2026-06-27T22:31:14Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-observes-second-anniversary-october-7-hamas-attack,Congressman Cohen Observes the Second Anniversary of the October 7 Hamas Attack,2025-10-07,2025,2025-10,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"MEMPHIS – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) today released the following statement observing the second anniversary of the Hamas terrorist attacks and hostage taking in 2023 in Israel:

“On this solemn anniversary, there is reason to be hopeful that the war will soon end – perhaps this week – and that remaining hostages will be released to their families. It is past time for adequate levels of food and medical aid to flow into Gaza and for a semblance of peaceful co-existence to be restored.”

Congressman Cohen is an original cosponsor of a October 7 Commemoration Resolution and the October 7 Gold Medal Act to provide the Congressional Gold Medal to American victims of October 7, including Americans who survived captivity in Gaza.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-david-kustoff-statement-second-anniversary-october-7th-2023-attacks-israel,"Rep. David Kustoff Statement on the Second Anniversary of the October 7th, 2023, Attacks on Israel",2025-10-07,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,TN,David Kustoff,K000392,kustoff.house.gov,kustoff,https://kustoff.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Two years ago today, Hamas terrorists invaded Israel, changing the world forever. These savage terrorists murdered men, women, and children; violently took more than 250 people hostage, including Americans; and then despicably celebrated the bloodshed and loss of life.

October 7th, 2023, marked the largest massacre of Jewish people since the Holocaust. After the Holocaust, the world said, “never again.” Now, America and the world must be committed to the security and sovereignty of Israel and her people so that such a tragedy must truly never happen again.

As we mark two years since that fateful day, Hamas still has innocent hostages held captive, and antisemitism is rising in our own country and around the world.

I am honored to serve as the Chairman of the House-Knesset Parliamentary Friendship Group. In this role, I will continue to reiterate that the House of Representatives, both Republicans and Democrats, unequivocally stand with Israel. Additionally, I am committed to ensuring Israel has the resources she needs to defend herself and her people.

I am inspired by the resilience of the Israeli people and their hope for a more peaceful future. We must continue to support Israel’s commitment to defeating Hamas and returning each hostage home.

The United States will always stand unequivocally with our greatest friend and ally in the Middle East, Israel.

###",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-will-forgo-salary-during-federal-government-shutdown,Congressman Cohen Will Forgo Salary During Federal Government Shutdown,2025-10-02,2025,2025-10,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) notified the Chief Administrative Officer of the U.S. House of Representatives Thursday that he will decline his congressional salary until the federal government shutdown ends.

“Tennessee’s Ninth Congressional District is home to thousands of dedicated federal employees who work every day to keep our country safe, healthy, and moving forward,” the letter reads. “These public servants will not receive their paycheck due to no fault of their own. Additionally, thousands of my constituents will likely be impacted by the shutdown. These hardships are in addition to the looming health care crisis. I have made the decision not to accept my pay while so many of my constituents are left in uncertainty.”

See the letter here.

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases/government-shutdown-democrats-choose-illegals-over-americans,Government Shutdown: Democrats Choose Illegals Over Americans,2025-10-01,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,TN,Tim Burchett,B001309,burchett.house.gov,burchett,https://burchett.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C.-- Senate Democrats rejected the clean government funding extension passed by the House of Representatives, triggering a full shutdown of the federal government.

U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN02) voted with nearly every other Republican in the House to keep the government open. Senate Democrats blocked funding for veterans’ healthcare, food assistance programs and community health centers all in favor of their nearly $1.5 trillion wish list, which includes taxpayer-funded government benefits for illegal immigrants.

“I voted YES on the 7-week government funding extension, but Senate Democrats are now holding the government hostage to keep President Trump from implementing his agenda,” said Rep. Burchett. “I am refusing to take a single paycheck until the government is fully operational for all Americans.”

All three of Congressman Burchett’s offices will remain open throughout the government shutdown to continue serving the constituents of Tennessee’s 2nd Congressional District.

###",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z
https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-cohen-raises-concerns-about-military-memphis,Congressman Cohen Raises Concerns about the Military in Memphis,2025-10-01,2025,2025-10,Democrat,House,TN,Steve Cohen,C001068,cohen.house.gov,cohen,https://cohen.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) wrote to Attorney General Pam Bondi and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth today saying that he learned of their visit to Memphis from the news media, not from their offices, and said he hopes to get answers about how the Memphis Safety Task Force will work.

The letter reads in part:

“If the real purpose of the Memphis Safety Task Force is public safety, we must be more collaborative.”

See the entire text of the letters here:

“Dear Attorney General Bondi and Secretary Hegseth:

“I was disappointed to learn from the media that you were in Memphis discussing the Memphis Safety Task Force, which involves sending federal law enforcement resources and National Guard troops to my district. I sincerely hope this will be a collaborative process that empowers Memphians, not some punitive effort or federal occupation of this great American city.

“I still have many questions about how the Memphis Safety Task Force will work, the priorities of federal law enforcement, and the mission of National Guard troops. Many of the terms and structures of President Trump’s September 15, 2025, Memorandum entitled ‘Restoring Law and Order in Memphis’ remain undefined.

“This is particularly concerning because, just yesterday, Secretary Hegseth assembled the nation’s most senior military leaders to stress that the exclusive purpose of the military was ‘war fighting.’ He continued, ‘We also don’t fight with stupid rules of engagement. We untie the hands of our warfighters to intimidate, demoralize, hunt, and kill the enemies of our country. No more politically correct and overbearing rules of engagement, just common sense, maximum lethality, and authority for warfighters.’

“President Trump followed those remarks by discussing domestic deployments of the military, like the one you are heralding today, saying, ‘This is going to be a big thing for the people in this room, because it's the enemy from within.’ He continued, the military ‘should use some of these dangerous cities as training grounds.’ Memphians are not enemies; they are Americans. They are entitled to constitutional rights, not their government working to “intimidate, demoralize, hunt and kill” them. We are not a training ground or target practice. “Maximum lethality” is no way to treat fellow Americans. Memphis is one of America’s great cities with world-renowned cultural gifts, generous people, and a vibrant community.

“If the real purpose of the Memphis Safety Task Force is public safety, we must be more collaborative. I implore you to drop the wartime rhetoric and footing. I implore you to listen and respond to Memphians, coordinate with the City and County, communicate with my office, and invest in what has been working. We need long-term solutions, not political photo ops.

Sincerely,

Steve Cohen

Member of Congress “

# # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T19:32:54Z
https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases/fleischmann-statement-on-democrat-government-shutdown,Fleischmann Statement on Democrat Government Shutdown,2025-10-01,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,TN,"Charles J. ""Chuck"" Fleischmann",F000459,fleischmann.house.gov,fleischmann,https://fleischmann.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"“I’ve long said that government shutdowns are stupid and always cause more harm than good. Nearly two weeks ago, my colleagues and I on the Appropriations Committee led the way for the House to pass a simple, clean, non-partisan, short-term Continuing Resolution (C.R.) that would fund our government until November 21. Sadly, instead of working with Republicans in the House and Senate to pass the identical C.R. that Democrats supported in March, Democrats have chosen to block our non-partisan funding bill and force a government shutdown on the American People,” said Rep. Fleischmann.

“Our fellow Americans have the bare expectation that Congress keeps the lights on and doors open. That’s why I have principledly voted to avoid government shutdowns under both Republican and Democrat presidents. It’s time for Democrats to end their pointless political posturing and stop blocking the clean C.R. that is sitting in the Senate, collecting dust on Chuck Schumer’s desk. Every day that the Democrat Shutdown continues is another day that Americans are thrown into uncertainty, troops are not paid, our border security is weakened, and the high cost to taxpayers to reopen the government grows.”

“Once Schumer inevitably caves and Senate Democrats stop blocking the clean C.R., my colleagues and I on the Appropriations Committee and in the House will be ready to resume our good-faith negotiations to reach a FY26 funding deal that meets the needs of the American People.”",1,2026-06-04T06:38:12Z,2026-06-04T06:39:44Z
https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases/harshbarger-democrats-blame-government-shutdown,Harshbarger - Democrats to Blame for Government Shutdown,2025-10-01,2025,2025-10,Republican,House,TN,Diana Harshbarger,H001086,harshbarger.house.gov,harshbarger,https://harshbarger.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger (TN-01) issued the following statement after Democrats rejected a clean, non-partisan, short-term continuing resolution, shutting down the federal government.

“Democrats voted to shut down the government rather than support the same straightforward, short-term extension they’ve backed time and again. Their demand for over $1 trillion in new spending, including taxpayer-funded benefits for illegals, funding for DEI and climate pet projects in foreign countries, as well as cutting the $50 billion investment in rural healthcare, is a non-starter. House Republicans advanced a clean bill to keep the lights on while negotiations continue. Democrats need a dose of reality when it comes to our national debt. The continued spending of money we do not have for things we should not be funding has to stop. They need to vote for the clean continuing resolution so the government can get back to work for the American people.” – Congresswoman Harshbarger",1,2026-04-04T05:28:40Z,2026-04-04T05:30:10Z