Congressman Cohen Introduces 500th Legislative Initiative

WASHINGTON - Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) introduced his 500^th Legislative measure in Congress this week with a bill to revamp the regulation of controlled substances. Since entering Congress in 2007, he has cosponsored more legislation - by far - than any other member with 8,539 measures.

Congressman Cohen, who will retire at the end of his term, made the following statement:

"On Thursday, I introduced my 500^th legislative measure since coming to Congress in 2007, making me the fifth most prolific member over that nearly 20-year period. Last Congress, the Center for Effective Lawmaking, a joint project of the University of Virginia and Vanderbilt University, named me the fifth most effective Democratic member of the 118th Congress. The Center assessed bills I sponsored, how far into the lawmaking process they moved and how substantial the policy proposals were. I've spent my 20 years in Congress working - working hard. I studiously examine issues and vote for the interests of my constituents. As I prepare to leave Congress, I am proud of this legacy of accomplishment and how this legislation has improved the lives of Memphians."