“I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of a great man, political icon, friend and mentor to myself and so many, Congressman John LaFalce. “Congressman LaFalce embodied the definition of public service. From his time in the United States Army to his nearly three decades representing our hometown in the House of Representatives, Congressman John LaFalce set an example to which we should all as... Read More »
Kennedy, a Member of the House Veterans Affairs Committee, Gathers Direct Insight from Veterans BUFFALO, NY — Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) convened a veterans’ roundtable to hear directly from local veterans and advocates about the most pressing issues affecting the community, including staffing shortages at the Buffalo VA Medical Center, healthcare access delays, and persistent veteran homeles... Read More »
BUFFALO, NY — Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) released the following statement after voting against the Republican Budget Resolution: “The Republican Budget Resolution passed today in the House of Representatives begins the process of the largest Medicaid cut since the program’s inception. Make no mistake: this was a vote to cut essential healthcare services for seniors, children, veterans, people... Read More »
Kennedy Presented Wilke With Medals Including The Bronze Star And Purple Heart For WWII Service WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) commemorated the 100th birthday of Edgar C. Wilke. Born April 5, 1925, and a native of Western New York, Mr. Wilke served in the 24th Infantry Division of the 21st Regiment during World War II, achieving the rank of Private First Class. (Congressman Kenne... Read More »
New Rules For Canadians Will Impact Tourism, Further Strain U.S.-Canada Relations WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) led 28 colleagues in sending a letter to the Trump Administration seeking clarity about new requirements for Canadians traveling to the U.S. On March 12, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security announced new requirements that include certain Canadian citizens who hav... Read More »
(WASHINGTON) – Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, and Rep. Tim Kennedy (D-NY), Ranking Member of the Emergency Management and Technology subcommittee, released the joint statement below on the Trump Administration ending FEMA’s Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) program – that the Trump Administration started in 2018 –... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) released the following statement after President Trump’s announcement regarding new tariffs globally: “Rather than working with Congress to create new jobs, grow our economy, and make life better for all Americans, President Trump continues to gamble with our livelihoods by doubling down on his failed policies. By triggering a retaliatory tra... Read More »
Firings Include Doctors, Infectious Disease Prevention Officials, Food and Drug Safety Specialists, and More WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) released the following statement as the Department of Health and Human Services began the process of summarily firing thousands of workers: “As an occupational therapist, the husband of a physical therapist, and the son of a nurse, I am appal... Read More »
Trump Administration Attempts to Eliminate FEMA, Jeopardizing Drone Technology Deployment In Emergency Management WASHINGTON, DC — During a House Homeland Security Committee hearing, Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) sounded the alarm about ongoing attempts to undermine Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) preparedness and recovery missions, which include the ability of agencies to utilize d... Read More »
President Trump’s Attempt To Eliminate The Department of Education Would Decimate Access To The American Dream Jeopardizes Nearly 1,000 Teacher Positions In Kennedy’s District BUFFALO, NY — Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) and Buffalo Common Councilwoman Zeneta B. Everhart stood with Western New York educators, students, and elected officials to defend public schools in the face of President Trump’... Read More »
President Trump’s Attack On Federal Workers Continues, Eliminating Collective Bargaining Rights For 18 Different Agencies WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) released the following statement on the Trump Administration's executive order that strips collective bargaining rights and worker protections from employees across the federal government: “Collective bargaining is the foundation... Read More »
Amid Attacks On Social Security Administration Services and Workforce, Kennedy Defends This Vital Social Safety Net WASHINGTON, DC — In a speech delivered on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives, Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) defended Social Security amid attacks from the Trump Administration, including actions taken by Elon Musk to access private beneficiary data, the Social Security ... Read More »
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, and Rep. Tim Kennedy (D-NY), Ranking Member of the Emergency Management and Technology subcommittee, released the joint statement below on President Trump’s latest executive order to push the responsibility of emergency management onto the states – regardless of their resources, funding, o... Read More »
Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) released the following statement after President Trump signed an executive order illegally dismantling the Department of Education: “As an occupational therapist who provided early intervention services for children with special needs, I am horrified by the Trump Administration’s attempts to dismantle the Department of Education. “In less than two months, the admini... Read More »
New Rules Requiring In-Person Verification Are An Attack On The Promise of Social Security BUFFALO, NY — Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) released the following statement after the Social Security Administration (SSA) announced new rules requiring beneficiaries to verify their identity in-person, eliminating over-the-phone service. The new rules are set to take effect on March 31. “With the Social ... Read More »
