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Congressman Kennedy Statement on Trump Administration’s Plans to Gut FEMA

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BUFFALO, NY — Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) released the following statement following reports on the Trump administration’s plans to make it harder for communities to qualify for federal disaster relief:  “As Ranking Member of the House Emergency Management and Technology Subcommittee, I am deeply concerned about the Trump administration’s latest scheme to hollow out FEMA and…

Kennedy to Trump Admin: Don’t Shelve Our Library Funding

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Tags: Education

Standing With Library Officials and Patrons, Kennedy Demands Restoration of the Institute of Museum and Library Services, Which Provides Funding For Libraries and Museums Across New York In 2024, IMLS Awarded $266 Million in Grants Nationwide - Trump Admin’s Executive Order Undermines Critical Library Infrastructure BUFFALO, N.Y. - Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) joined leadership of…

Congressman Kennedy Statement on Passing of Congressman John LaFalce

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“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…

Congressman Kennedy Hosts Roundtable With Veterans to Address Key Issues and Support Needs

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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…

Congressman Kennedy Statement on the Republican Budget Resolution

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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,…

Congressman Kennedy Celebrates WWII Veteran Edgar C. Wilke’s 100th Birthday in WNY and Washington

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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…

Congressman Kennedy and Colleagues Demand Answers on Burdensome Requirements for Canadian Travelers

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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…

Ranking Members Thompson & Kennedy Statement on Trump Administration Ending the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities Grant Program

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(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…

Congressman Kennedy Statement on President Trump’s Tariffs

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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…

Congressman Kennedy: Health & Human Services Cuts Are Dire and Will Cost Lives

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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,…