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Blackburn and Ossoff push bill against sexual abuse in federal prisons

U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn and Jon Ossoff have reintroduced the Prison Staff Safety Enhancement Act, aiming to address sexual assault and harassment of Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) employees by inmates.

By Memphis Standard | Jan 29, 2025

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Steve Cohen discusses political prisoners, vaccine misinformation, and economic policy

By Memphis Standard | Jan 28, 2025

Congressman Steve Cohen addressed several pressing issues through social media posts dated January 27-28, 2025.

Steve Cohen questions political claims and vaccine skepticism in recent tweets

By Memphis Standard | Jan 28, 2025

U.S. Congressman Steve Cohen addressed controversial political claims and public health leadership qualifications in tweets dated January 28, 2025.

Bill proposes congressional gold medal for WWII hero Roddie Edmonds

U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn and Brian Schatz have introduced a bill to award the Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds.

Steve Cohen thanks Governor DeSantis and discusses key issues in recent tweets

U.S. Congressman Steve Cohen took to social media to express his gratitude towards Governor Ron DeSantis while addressing other political issues such as immigration policy discussions and comparing recent international hostage situations with...

Steve Cohen advocates for domestic investment over space exploration

Steve Cohen recently shared his perspectives on government spending priorities and political decisions through social media posts dated January 24 and January 27, 2025.

Blackburn and Luján introduce bill targeting foreign-controlled communication technologies

U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn and Ben Ray Luján have introduced the Removing Our Unsecure Technologies to Ensure Reliability and Security (ROUTERS) Act.

Lawmakers propose act to ease healthcare access for U.S. veterans

By Memphis Standard | Jan 24, 2025

U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn, Tommy Tuberville, Roger Wicker, Tim Sheehy, and Ted Cruz have introduced the Veterans Health Care Freedom Act in an effort to enhance veterans' access to healthcare services.

Blackburn reintroduces bills supporting music tourism and independent creators

U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn from Tennessee has reintroduced three bills aimed at supporting the music industry and its stakeholders.

U.S. lawmakers introduce bill targeting World Anti-Doping Agency's governance

U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn and Chris Van Hollen, along with Representatives John Moolenaar and Raja Krishnamoorthi, have introduced the Restoring Confidence in the World Anti-Doping Agency Act.

Lawmakers propose restoring "duty honor country" at west point

U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn and Ted Cruz, alongside Representative Keith Self, have introduced the Maintaining Academy Culture and Assuring Retention of Tradition, Honor, and Unity of the Republic (MACARTHUR) Act.

Steve Cohen critiques Fox News and Trump's actions in recent tweets

Congressman Steve Cohen recently addressed issues such as Fox News' values and controversial pardons by former President Donald Trump in his latest tweets dated January 22-23, 2025.

Bipartisan bill aims to boost workforce and lower housing costs

By Memphis Standard | Jan 22, 2025

U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn and Jacky Rosen have introduced a bipartisan bill aimed at addressing the shortage of skilled construction workers in an effort to increase housing supply and reduce costs.

Steve Cohen critiques presidential actions and media in recent tweets

By Memphis Standard | Jan 22, 2025

U.S. Congressman Steve Cohen recently addressed issues regarding presidential behavior and law enforcement policies through social media posts dated January 21-22, 2025.

Steve Cohen voices concern over Trump's actions and Senate vote

By Memphis Standard | Jan 21, 2025

U.S. Congressman Steve Cohen expressed significant concerns via social media posts dated January 21, 2025.

Blackburn introduces bills targeting illegal immigration and border security

By Memphis Standard | Jan 21, 2025

U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn has introduced two new bills aimed at addressing issues related to illegal immigration and border security.