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 »
Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) announced $7,731,872 in new federal funding for Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center to renovate its newly integrated biobank, the Roswell Park Biorepository, made possible through the Office of the Director of the National Institutes of Health’s (NIH) Research Facilities Construction Grants.
“I am proud to announce $7,731,872 in new federal… Read more »
Today, following disturbing allegations of veteran mistreatment at the Buffalo VA, Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) joined U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand during a press conference at Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 416 to discuss the failures at the Buffalo VA and to pledge to hold it accountable. Kennedy joined a bipartisan push demanding that the Government Accountability Office (GAO)… Read more »
Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) announced $625,000 in new federal funding for the Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA) toward investments that facilitate and evaluate public-private partnerships for transit-oriented affordable housing and mixed-use development at the LaSalle & DL&W Metro Rail Stations.
“This federal funding leverages private sector… Read more »
Today, Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) released the following statement:
“In the wake of Iran launching a ballistic missile attack against Israel, America and its military stand with Israel. Israel’s right to defend itself and our ironclad relationship are key to ensuring the safety and security of the region. I support the United States’ continued effort to bring lasting peace to… Read more »
