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Rep. Jim Cooper
Democrat • 5th District, Tennessee • 11th Term • Sworn In 1983
- 8 Sponsored Bills (Ranks 373 of 440) 0 Made Into Law (Ranks 141 of 440)
- 104 Co-Sponsored Bills (Ranks 394 of 440) 4 Made Into Law (Ranks 339 of 440)
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- Rep. Christopher Smith
- Least often votes with:
- Rep. Dan Boren
- Rep. Justin Amash
- Votes with party 78%
- Abstains: 1%
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Job creation slows in May; unemployment rises slightly; Republicans see opportunity
"It's going to be a close election. Everybody's worried," said Rep. Jim Cooper, D-Tenn. "We've already floored the accelerator. We've already gripped the steering wheel. I'm not sure they're attached to anything anymore." At a stop in ...
Bad jobs report likely to make it harder for Obama to keep his job
"It's going to be a close election. Everybody's worried," said Rep. Jim Cooper, D-Tenn. "We've already floored the accelerator. We've already gripped the steering wheel. I'm not sure they're attached to anything anymore." At a stop in ...
Weak employment report adds pressure on Obama
...on a compromise that could spur economic growth this year. "It's going to be a close election. Everybody's worried," said Rep. Jim Cooper, D-Tenn. At a stop in Minneapolis, Obama renewed his call on Congress to enact measures to revive the economy, warn
Bad report is good news for Romney, GOP
"It's going to be a close election. Everybody's worried," said Rep. Jim Cooper, D-Tenn. "We've already floored the accelerator. We've already gripped the steering wheel. I'm not sure they're attached to anything anymore." At a stop in ...
Slowdown in Growth Could Reshape Fight for Presidency
“It’s going to be a close election. Everybody’s worried,” said Representative Jim Cooper, Democrat of Tennessee. “We’ve already floored the accelerator. We’ve already gripped the steering wheel. I’m not sure they’re attached to ...
Slowdown in Growth Could Reshape Fight for Presidency
“It’s going to be a close election. Everybody’s worried,” said Representative Jim Cooper, Democrat of Tennessee. “We’ve already floored the accelerator. We’ve already gripped the steering wheel. I’m not sure they’re attached to ...
For TN lawmakers, high-end fundraisers are increasingly the norm
Stephen Fincher, spend a weekend in Nashville with Sen. Lamar Alexander, cheer on the Nashville Sounds with Rep. Jim Cooper, dine at Ruth's Chris Steak House with Rep. Scott DesJarlais, or head to the Honors Course in Ooltewah for a golf weekend with Sen.
Dianne Feinstein runs stealth campaign for re-election
Sen. George Voinovich (R-OH), Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-CA), Sen. Evan Bayh (D-IN), Rep. Jim Cooper (D-TN) and Rep. Frank Wolf (R-VA) testify before the Senate Budget Committee Capitol Hill November 10, 2009 in Washington, DC. The bipartisan ...
House rejects bill penalizing doctors for sex selective abortions
...and Ron Paul (Texas). Democrats voting for it were Reps. Jason Altmire (Pa.), John Barrow (Ga.), Dan Boren (Okla.), Jim Cooper (Tenn.), Jerry Costello (Ill.), Mark Critz (Pa.), Henry Cuellar (Texas), Joe Donnelly (Ind.), John Garamendi (Calif.), Tim Hol
House Democrats Vote to Support Gender-Based Abortions
...Hanna (N.Y.) and Nan Hayworth (N.Y.) Democrats voting in favor were Jason Altmire (Pa.), John Barrow (Ga.), Dan Boren (Okla.), Jim Cooper (Tenn.), Jerry Costello (Ill.), Mark Critz (Pa.), Henry Cuellar (Texas), Joe Donnelly (Ind.), John Garamendi (Calif
Tennessee walking horse trainer pleads guilty to charges of soring
The video also generated a response from Congressman Jim Cooper in Tennessee, who signed onto legislation co-sponsored by fellow Tennessee Congressman Steve Cohen that would authorize the Agriculture Department to spend up to $5 million to enforce the ...
KIPP vows to appeal, Great Hearts' future up in the air
...Hearts lack of a transportation plan. Great Hearts, which received the support of various local politicians such as U.S. Rep. Jim Cooper and members of Metro Council, would only commit to providing transportation to special needs students. The organizat
KIPP vows to appeal, Great Hearts' future up in the air
...Hearts lack of a transportation plan. Great Hearts, which received the support of various local politicians such as U.S. Rep. Jim Cooper and members of Metro Council, would only commit to providing transportation to special needs students. The organizat
KIPP vows to appeal, Great Hearts' future up in the air
...Hearts lack of a transportation plan. Great Hearts, which received the support of various local politicians such as U.S. Rep. Jim Cooper and members of Metro Council, would only commit to providing transportation to special needs students. The organizat
Andrew Jackson Honored With New Monument
Congressman Jim Cooper was at the event, and helped the Old Hickory American Legion get permission to include a bronze Presidential Seal on the monument. Organizers said it was important to honor Jackson's legacy. "We thought it was the right thing to do.
Gail Kerr: You can help stop Tennessee Walking Horse abuse
Democratic Rep. Jim Cooper of Nashville signed on to legislation, co-sponsored by Rep. Steve Cohen, D-Memphis, that would authorize spending up to $5 million a year to enforce the protection act. Lawmakers are skittish about anything that can be ...
Gail Kerr: You can help stop Tennessee Walking Horse abuse
...Celebration show one year, its apparent that soring is still a widespread practice in many training barns. Democratic Rep. Jim Cooper of Nashville signed on to legislation, co-sponsored by Rep. Steve Cohen, D-Memphis, that would authorize spending up to
'Mama' Tune, who cooked for generations of Nashville politicians, dies at 91
...From her tireless work at the polls and in schools, to her famous cooking, she left an indelible mark on our city, U.S. Rep. Jim Cooper said. Before she became a political fixture, Mrs. Tune was a wife, mother and educator. She enjoyed a 50-year career
'Mama' Tune, who cooked for generations of Nashville politicians, dies at 91
...From her tireless work at the polls and in schools, to her famous cooking, she left an indelible mark on our city, U.S. Rep. Jim Cooper said. Before she became a political fixture, Mrs. Tune was a wife, mother and educator. She enjoyed a 50-year caree
'Mama' Tune, who cooked for generations of Nashville politicians, dies at 91
...From her tireless work at the polls and in schools, to her famous cooking, she left an indelible mark on our city, U.S. Rep. Jim Cooper said. Before she became a political fixture, Mrs. Tune was a wife, mother and educator. She enjoyed a 50-year career
'Mama' Tune, who cooked for generations of Nashville politicians, dies at 91
...From her tireless work at the polls and in schools, to her famous cooking, she left an indelible mark on our city, U.S. Rep. Jim Cooper said. Before she became a political fixture, Mrs. Tune was a wife, mother and educator. She enjoyed a 50-year career
'Mama' Tune, who cooked for generations of Nashville politicians, dies at 91
...From her tireless work at the polls and in schools, to her famous cooking, she left an indelible mark on our city, U.S. Rep. Jim Cooper said. Before she became a political fixture, Mrs. Tune was a wife, mother and educator. She enjoyed a 50-year career
Comprehending Congress: TN delegation speaks at lower grade level
Bob Corker, 10.06; Rep. Marsha Blackburn, R-Brentwood, 10.21; Rep. Jim Cooper, D-Nashville, 10.35; Republican Sen. Lamar Alexander, 10.43; and Rep. Diane Black, R-Gallatin, 10.52. Joining Duncan and Fincher as above average were Reps.
Comprehending Congress: TN delegation speaks at lower grade level
Bob Corker, 10.06; Rep. Marsha Blackburn, R-Brentwood, 10.21; Rep. Jim Cooper, D-Nashville, 10.35; Republican Sen. Lamar Alexander, 10.43; and Rep. Diane Black, R-Gallatin, 10.52. Joining Duncan and Fincher as above average were Reps.
Vanderbilt lands significant patient-centered research grant
“I’m excited that Vanderbilt received one of these highly competitive grants,” said U.S. Representative Jim Cooper (D-Tenn.), a strong supporter of the mission of the PCORI. “This important research, done right here in Nashville, will help improve
Collierville horse trainer to plead guilty
U.S. Rep. Jim Cooper, D-Tenn., of Nashville signed on to the legislation last week. Cohen, who served as a senator in the Tennessee General Assembly, championed several state laws to strengthen and punish people who abuse animals. In addition to ...
Veterans workshop to assist military personnel
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — U.S. Rep. Jim Cooper is hosting a free veterans workshop at the Tennessee National Guard Armory in Nashville. More than 40 government agencies and private organizations will be on hand to provide assistance with things ...
Veterans workshop to assist military personnel
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — U.S. Rep. Jim Cooper is hosting a free veterans workshop at the Tennessee National Guard Armory in Nashville. More than 40 government agencies and private organizations will be on hand to provide assistance with things ...
Veterans workshop to assist military personnel
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - U.S. Rep. Jim Cooper is hosting a free veterans workshop at the Tennessee National Guard Armory in Nashville. More than 40 government agencies and private organizations will be on hand to provide assistance with things ...
Tennesseans show 'bittersweet' reaction to health law in Vanderbilt Poll
Chuck Fleischmann; and Brenda Wynn, director of community outreach for Rep. Jim Cooper. Mothers never stop fretting about their children even when they become adults, but Louise Hardaway worries less now that her 21-year-old son is back on her ...
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