Congressman Cohen Named to Science Subcommittees

WASHINGTON – Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-09), who was named to the Committee on Science, Space and Technology last week, today was selected by his congressional colleagues to serve on its Subcommittee on Investigations and Oversight and on its Subcommittee on Research and Technology.

Congressman Cohen made the following comment:

"I'm pleased to serve on the Science Committee and look forward to doing serious oversight of this administration's often flawed scientific agenda, especially on climate change and alternative energy. Cutting edge research has important societal implications and I plan to join the subcommittee in its due diligence on new and innovative technologies."

Congressman Cohen also serves as a senior Member of the Judiciary Committee and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.