Homeland Security
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As a northern border community, Western New Yorkers know that secure borders and efficient crossings are critical to everyday life and the economy. As a member of the House Committee on Homeland Security, Rep. Kennedy is working to provide new technology and resources for our northern border, while fighting against burdensome regulations that stifle trade and travel with Canada. Providing the necessary resources and staffing levels at our ports of entry, including the Peace Bridge, Rainbow Bridge, Lewiston-Queenston Bridge, and Whirlpool Bridge, gives U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) the tools to prevent illegal activity, while also facilitating vital economic activity in the region. As a nation, it is overdue for the United States Congress to pass comprehensive immigration reform that keeps Americans safe while protecting our ideals. Kennedy is working to:
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