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Congressman Kennedy Announces Service Academy Advisory Panel

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Pictured (L-R): Randy Garver, Kathy Garver, Congressman Kennedy, Jeffrey Burhart, and Jerry Irving. Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) announced members serving on the Service Academy Advisory panel for New York’s 26th Congressional District. The panelists met recently to interview and make recommendations to the Congressman for student nominations to the United States service academies.…

Congressman Kennedy Honors the Career of Western New York Journalist and News Anchor Don Postles

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Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) took to the floor of the House of Representatives to recognize and celebrate Don Postles’ decades-long career in local broadcast journalism. Rep. Kennedy acknowledged Don Postles’ career as one “marked by a strong commitment to journalistic integrity, pursuit of the truth, and service to the public.” (Rep. Kennedy speaking on the House…

During Hearing, VA Under Secretary Agrees with Congressman Kennedy That Buffalo Needs New VA Hospital

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Congressman Kennedy (NY-26), during a House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs hearing, secured recognition from Dr. Shereef Elnahal, Under Secretary for Health, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, that the Buffalo VA Medical Center ought to be replaced by a new hospital. (Congressman Kennedy during the hearing.) During the hearing, Congressman Kennedy summarized the challenges facing…

Congressman Kennedy Announces Approval of the Shirley Chisholm Congressional Gold Medal Act

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Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) announced the House of Representatives has approved legislation posthumously awarding Shirley Chisholm with the Congressional Gold Medal. The bipartisan bill, cosponsored by Rep. Kennedy, commemorates Chisholm “in recognition of her activism, independence, and groundbreaking achievements in politics, including election as the first African American woman in…

Kennedy, Schumer Double Down on Push for Canada to Curb ‘Flagpoling’; Lawmakers Say While Progress Has Been Made, More Needs to Be Done to Close This Loophole Creating Congestion at WNY Border Crossings

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With holiday travel entering full swing, U.S. Congressman Tim Kennedy and U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer today doubled down on their previous push to demand the Canadian Government to curb “flagpoling” at Western NY border crossings. Since launching their push earlier this year, Canada has restricted and limited the hours for this practice, as well as closing this loophole for those seeking…

Congressman Kennedy Named Regional Whip by Colleagues

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Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) was unanimously elected by his Democratic Caucus colleagues to serve as Regional Whip for Region 11 in the 119th Congress. New York State is the only state to be represented by its own Region.  “I’m honored to be selected by my colleagues to serve as Regional Whip, and look forward to being a strong voice for our region, and our state,” said…

Congressman Kennedy Announces New Resources for People with Sickle Cell Disease

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Today, Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) announced new resources from the Social Security Administration designed to assist individuals with Sickle Cell Disease, their families, and healthcare team in navigating the process of applying for and receiving disability benefits. Find new resources to assist children, adults, and healthcare providers on how to receive disability benefits here,…

On Third Anniversary of Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, Congressman Kennedy Highlights $580 Million Invested in Erie & Niagara Counties

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Today, Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) is celebrating the third anniversary of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law by highlighting investments in Erie and Niagara Counties which now exceed $580,683,000. Rep. Kennedy, who previously served as Chair of the New York State Senate Transportation Committee, helped to deliver the state matching requirements necessary to make the Bipartisan…

Congressman Kennedy Announces House Approval of the Social Security Fairness Act

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Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) announced the House of Representatives has approved the Social Security Fairness Act (H.R. 82). The bipartisan legislation, cosponsored by Kennedy, fixes loopholes that unjustifiably reduce benefits for millions of Social Security recipients.  Congressman Kennedy speaking in support of H.R. 82 on the House floor. View here. “Dedicated public…

Congressman Kennedy Announces Funding Available Through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program

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Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) announced federal funding is available through the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program (AFG).  The program supports equipment, training, and protective gear aimed at keeping first responders and communities safe from fire and related hazards.   “Firefighters and emergency responders provide a…