Veterans

Rep. Kennedy is committed to ensuring that all veterans receive the benefits, support, and comprehensive healthcare that they have earned and deserve. This includes advocating for accessible medical services, mental health resources, affordable and accessible housing, and benefits that honor their sacrifices.

As a member of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, Rep. Kennedy is dedicated to upholding the duty of care for those who have defended our country and ensuring that every veteran has the opportunity to lead a healthy, fulfilling life, including:

Modern and comfortable veteran healthcare facilities
Affordable and accessible housing options
Sufficient staffing and resources for VA facilities and community care centers
Accessible and affordable mental health resources

Do you qualify for benefits under the PACT Act?

Prior to the PACT Act, veterans unknowingly exposed to toxic substances or radiation while serving in the military faced an arduous process of proving a direct correlation between a medical condition, such as cancer or respiratory conditions, and their service-connected exposure to toxins. The PACT Act, signed into law in 2022, added a new classification of 23 conditions as presumptive eligibility, streamlining the process of obtaining benefits for veterans. The law also expanded eligibility for veterans who served in the Gulf War and post-9/11 conflicts.

For more information on PACT Act benefits visit: va.gov/pact or call 1-800-698-2411.

Veterans who live in New York’s 26th Congressional District can call Rep. Kennedy’s office at 716-852-3501.