Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) joined Western New York restaurant owners for a roundtable discussion about challenges, ideas, and opportunities related to the food and beverage industry. Congressman Kennedy’s district is home to approximately 1,875 restaurants employing 35,884 Western New Yorkers.
“Restaurants play an important role in our economy and community, supporting small… Read more »
Today, Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) released the following statement after Weinberg Campus announced the closure of its Rosa Coplon Living Center. The Center currently houses approximately 120 residents and employs more than 400 employees, of which 300 are 1199SEIU members.
“I am deeply concerned by the decision of Weinberg Campus to close its 180-bed Rosa Coplon Living Center,… Read more »
Today, Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) released the following statement applauding the Biden-Harris Administration for finalizing stronger requirements for identifying lead paint dust in homes and childcare facilities.
“I applaud the Biden-Harris Administration for protecting our children from lead paint contaminants in homes and childcare facilities,” said Congressman Kennedy.… Read more »
Today, Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) announced $168,099 to support the Institute in Developing Research and Educational Excellence in Multilingual Education (I-DREEME) to provide fellowships for PhD study at the University at Buffalo (UB) for students pursuing the advanced study of bilingual education and teaching of English as a second language.
“This funding will support the… Read more »
Today, Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) and healthcare leaders of Western New York called for strengthening and diversifying medical supply chains following an IV solution shortage due to Hurricane Helene. The category four storm caused significant damage to Baxter International’s North Cove manufacturing facility in Marion, North Carolina, a major manufacturer of dialysis solutions and IV… Read more »
Today, Rep. Tim Kennedy (D-NY-26) released the following statement after introducing the bipartisan Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner in VA Hospitals (SANE VA) Act, along with Rep. Tim Burchett (R-TN-02). Additional co-sponsors include Reps. Jared Moskowitz (D-FL-23), Nancy Mace (R-NC-01) and Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL-13).
This bill would direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to… Read more »
Today, Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) released the following statement after co-sponsoring H.R. 9675, the Homeward Bound Act, introduced by Congresswoman Mary Peltola (AK-AL), Congressman Kelly Armstrong (ND-AL), Senator Angus King (I-ME), and Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND):
“The current CDC rules for pets have created unnecessary red tape, especially for people and families in our… Read more »
Today, Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) announced $400,000 in funding for the Adam Mickiewicz Library and Dramatic Circle, housing the Torn Space Theater, to make capital improvements that will unify two facilities on the property, and transform the grounds into an outdoor cultural space. The funding was secured by Kennedy during his tenure in the New York State Senate as part of efforts… Read more »
Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) is reminding Western New York residents that free COVID tests are now available through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The tests can be requested online or through a toll-free phone number and mailed directly to your home.
“This is a great opportunity for residents to stock up and have tests on hand as we head into the winter… Read more »
Today, Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) released the following statement on the first anniversary of the October 7th, 2023 attack on Israel:
“One year ago, on October 7th, Hamas launched a horrific attack on the State of Israel, taking 251 hostages and slaughtering 1,195 people. The victims and the survivors will forever remain in my prayers. America must continue to advance lasting… Read more »
