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Representative for Tennessee District 9
Born
May 24, 1949
Age 76
Phone
(202) 225-3265
Office
2268 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington 20515
Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Tennessee District 9

Steve Cohen

Stephen Ira Cohen is an American attorney and politician serving as the U.S. representative from Tennessee's 9th congressional district since 2007. He is a member of the Democratic Party. The district is majority-minority and includes the western three-fourths of Memphis. Cohen is Tennessee's first Jewish congressman. Since 2023, Cohen has been the only Democrat in Tennessee's congressional delegation.

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Voting Record — 498
Yes39%
No56%
Present1%
Not Voting4%
Party align98%
Cross-party1%
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Congressional District 9

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Steve Cohen
U.S. RepresentativeDemocratTennessee District 9
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Steve's ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 53 sponsored · 292 cosponsored
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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Steve Cohen@repcohen.bsky.socialOct 15(source)
Is it America First, or Argentina First? While the GOP keeps the government shut down, workers and their families go without pay, programs like WIC and SNAP are at risk, and Trump is sending $20B to bail out his far-right ally Javier Milei. I’ve written to the Treasury Secretary demanding answers.
Steve Cohen@repcohen.bsky.socialOct 14(source)
Trump just laid off 500 Education Dept. workers—targeting programs like special education, afterschool care and HBCU support. He’s punishing kids, working families, students, and even people with disabilities—just to force Democrats to cave on health care. I won’t. Memphis families deserve better.
NPR
@npr.org
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Multiple sources tell NPR that, as part of the Trump administration's latest reduction-in-force, the U.S. Department of Education has gutted the office that handles special education.
Steve Cohen@repcohen.bsky.socialOct 10(source)
As this ceasefire begins, my hope is for peace and relief for all families who’ve suffered—the hostages finally reunited with their families in Israel, and the innocent children and people in Gaza. The focus now must be on an increased surge of humanitarian aid for Palestinian civilians.
The Associated Press
@apnews.com
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BREAKING: The U.N. will begin delivering scaled-up humanitarian aid into Gaza on Sunday as ceasefire takes effect, U.N. official says.
Steve Cohen@repcohen.bsky.socialOct 10(source)
As this ceasefire begins, my hope is for peace and relief for all families who’ve suffered—the hostages finally reunited with their families in Israel, and the innocent children and people in Gaza. The focus now must be on an increased surge of humanitarian aid for Palestinian civilians.
Congressman Cohen Welcomes Israel-Hamas Ceasefire
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.
Steve Cohen@repcohen.bsky.socialOct 9(source)
James Comey, and now Letitia James. Trump believes he is the law right now. And in the authoritarian state we live in he is. And the Supreme Court is an accomplice and the Republican majority refuses to stand up for democracy and impeach him for Constitutional offenses. America where art thou!
Steve Cohen@repcohen.bsky.socialOct 9(source)
10 years after I secured $30M to launch Foote Park at South City—and later $750K more to complete it—we cut the ribbon on its final phase today. What was once one of Memphis’ most distressed areas is now some of the best public housing in America—safe, modern, beautiful homes for 700+ families.
Steve Cohen@repcohen.bsky.socialOct 9(source)
Trump had the GOP shut down the government in the middle of a health care crisis—and now he’s sending troops into American cities, including Memphis, to intimidate people and score political points. Memphis doesn’t need an occupying force. We need real partnerships and investment in our people.
Steve Cohen@repcohen.bsky.socialOct 8(source)
It's been over a month since I signed the petition to release the Epstein files—and look what's happened. The GOP shut down government, ran for the exits & are blocking a new Democrat from being sworn in who could give us the votes. You don't go to these lengths to hide nothing. They're panicked.
Steve Cohen@repcohen.bsky.socialOct 7(source)
Trump is now saying he'll force civil servants to work through the GOP shutdown without backpay. He'll steal their paychecks to try and force Democrats to cave on ACA credits. This is not the time to back down. Not while they threaten workers’ pay AND your healthcare—all to help billionaires.
Acyn
@acyn.bsky.social
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Reporter: Is it the WH’s position that furloughed workers should be paid their back pay? Trump: It depends on who we’re talking about. We're going to take care of our people. There are some people that really don't deserve to be taken care of, and we'll take care of them in a different way
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Steve Cohen@repcohen.bsky.socialOct 6(source)
WIC funds are about to run out and thousands could miss paychecks this week because Republicans still refuse to negotiate. This is the GOP's shutdown. They set the deadline, made no effort to avoid it, & would rather let kids go hungry & families go without pay than back off their health care cuts.
Government shutdown threatens food aid program relied on by millions of families
Experts say a food aid program that helps 6 million low-income mothers and young children will run out of federal money unless the government shutdown ends within two weeks.
Steve Cohen@repcohen.bsky.socialOct 6(source)
WIC funds are about to run out and thousands could miss paychecks this week because Republicans still refuse to negotiate. This is the GOP's shutdown. They set the deadline, made no effort to avoid it, & would rather let kids go hungry & families go without pay than back off their health care cuts.
Government shutdown threatens food aid program relied on by millions of families
Experts say a food aid program that helps 6 million low-income mothers and young children will run out of federal money unless the government shutdown ends within two weeks.
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Steve Cohen@repcohen.bsky.socialOct 2(source)
I’m deferring my pay for the duration of the shutdown. Thousands of people in Memphis & TN9 are going to be impacted—from federal employees and servicemembers to contractors & middle-class families who keep our city running. If they aren't getting paid because of the GOP shutdown, neither will I.
Steve Cohen@repcohen.bsky.socialOct 2(source)
I’m deferring my pay for the duration of the shutdown. Thousands of people in Memphis & TN9 are going to be impacted—from federal employees and servicemembers to contractors & middle-class families who keep our city running. If they aren't getting paid because of the GOP shutdown, neither will I.
Steve Cohen@repcohen.bsky.socialSep 30(source)
Republicans control the White House, Senate & House. They set this shutdown deadline, and then jammed through the Big Ugly Bill gutting SNAP, Medicaid & ACA tax credits to enrich billionaires. Now they need Dems and won't negotiate—and blocked us from offering an alternative. It's a GOP shutdown.
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Steve Cohen@repcohen.bsky.socialSep 29(source)
The long-term solution to crime is better schools, more job opportunities, more mental health resources, and real law enforcement partnerships. Not the National Guard. Trump's deployment won't solve crime. The real concern is it's a cover for ICE to rip good, hardworking people from our community.
Steve Cohen@repcohen.bsky.socialSep 29(source)
The long-term solution to crime is better schools, more job opportunities, more mental health resources, and real law enforcement partnerships. Not the National Guard. Trump's deployment won't solve crime. The real concern is it's a cover for ICE to rip good, hardworking people from our community.
Steve Cohen@repcohen.bsky.socialSep 29(source)
I’ll be on @cnn.com at 9:20am CT to discuss why sending the National Guard into Memphis is the wrong approach. Memphis deserves real investment to improve education and job opportunities, and real law enforcement partnerships. Not political stunts.
Steve Cohen@repcohen.bsky.socialSep 28(source)
Former interim Mayor & longest-serving Memphis councilman Myron Lowery lived a life of service with integrity & grace. Myron and I supported each other through elections, but more important was our 50-year friendship. I’ll miss him. Condolences to Mary, Mickell, and his family. A life well lived.
Former Memphis Mayor Pro Tem Myron Lowery has died
Lowery was elected to the Memphis City Council in 1991, where he was the body’s longest-serving Black member.
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Voting History
498 total votes
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Recent roll calls with party-majority context so it is easier to scan how this member tends to vote.

DateBillQuestionPositionParty MajAlign?Result
2026-01-21H.R. 6945 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2026-01-21H.R. 6945 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2026-01-21H. Res. 1009 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2026-01-21H. Res. 1009 (119th)End debate nowNONO✓Passed
2026-01-21H.R. 5764 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2026-01-20H.R. 5763 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2026-01-15H.R. 2988 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2026-01-15H.R. 2988 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2026-01-15H.R. 2988 (119th)Approve amendmentYESYES✓Agreed to
2026-01-14H.R. 7006 (119th)Final passageNOYES✕Passed
2026-01-14H.R. 7006 (119th)Approve amendmentNONO✓Failed
2026-01-14H.R. 7006 (119th)Approve amendmentNONO✓Failed
2026-01-14H. Res. 992 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2026-01-14H. Res. 992 (119th)End debate nowNONO✓Passed
2026-01-13H.R. 4593 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2026-01-13H.R. 4593 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2026-01-13H.R. 2312 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2026-01-13H.R. 2270 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2026-01-13H.R. 2262 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Failed
2026-01-13H.R. 2262 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2026-01-13H. Res. 988 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2026-01-13H. Res. 988 (119th)End debate nowNONO✓Passed
2026-01-13H.R. 6504 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2026-01-13H.R. 6500 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2026-01-12H.R. 2683 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2026-01-09H.R. 5184 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2026-01-08H.R. 1834 (119th)Final passageYESYES✓Passed
2026-01-08H. Res. 780 (119th)Approve resolutionYESYES✓Passed
2026-01-08H.R. 131 (119th)Passage, Objections of the President To The Contrary NotwithstandingYESYES✓Failed
2026-01-08H.R. 504 (119th)Passage, Objections of the President To The Contrary NotwithstandingYESYES✓Failed
2026-01-08H.R. 6938 (119th)Final passageYESYES✓Passed
2026-01-08H.R. 6938 (119th)Retaining Divisions B and CYESYES✓Passed
2026-01-08H.R. 6938 (119th)Retaining Division AYESYES✓Passed
2026-01-07H. Res. 780 (119th)Motion to DischargeYESYES✓Passed
2026-01-07H. Res. 977 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2026-01-07H. Res. 977 (119th)End debate nowNONO✓Passed
2026-01-06—Call of the HousePRESENT——Passed
2025-12-18H.R. 498 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-12-18H.R. 498 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2025-12-18H.R. 845 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-12-18H.R. 845 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2025-12-18H.R. 1366 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-12-18H.R. 1366 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2025-12-18H.R. 4776 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-12-18H.R. 4776 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2025-12-18H.R. 4776 (119th)Approve amendmentNONO✓Failed
2025-12-18H.R. 4776 (119th)Approve amendmentNONO✓Failed
2025-12-18H.R. 4776 (119th)Approve amendmentNONO✓Failed
2025-12-17H.R. 3492 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2025-12-17H.R. 3492 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed

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