In a Letter to the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, Kennedy Raised Dire Concerns About Bedford’s Qualifications
BUFFALO, NY – Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) formally called on the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation to reject the nomination of Bryan Bedford for Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). In a… Read more »
In Letter to GSA, Federal Representatives Urge GSA to Keep Passport Agency in Downtown Buffalo, Citing Easy Access Throughout the Region
Buffalo Passport Agency, The Only Agency Within Hundreds of Miles, Opened in 2010, Easing the Process of Expedited Passport Processing for Thousands of WNYers
BUFFALO, N.Y. - Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26), Senator Charles Schumer, and Senator Kirsten… 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… Read more »
Legislation Would Boost Pay And Worker Rights For 47,000+ Transportation Security Officers
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) released the following statement after joining House Committee on Homeland Security Ranking Member Bennie Thompson (MS-02), and Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI) to introduce the Rights for the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Workforce… Read more »
Legislation Will Help Ensure Hardworking Transportation Security Administration Employees Are Compensated For Commutes Between Airport Parking Lots And Duty Stations
(Congressman Kennedy speaking on the House floor in favor of his bill.)
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) and Congressman Andrew Garbarino (NY-02) released the following statements after the House… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) released the following statement after the Trump Administration’s announcement eliminating the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) collective bargaining agreement for Transportation Security Officers (TSOs):
“The Trump Administration has proven once again that it does not stand with working people – this time by stripping the… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) released the following statement after President Trump delivered his address to a Joint Session of Congress:
“Once again, when presented with an opportunity to unite the country, President Trump chose division. The American people are demanding solutions to lower the cost of living, make healthcare more affordable, and keep our communities… Read more »
Condemns President Trump for Abhorrent Response
BUFFALO, NY — Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) released the following statement in the aftermath of the American Airlines Flight 5342 crash outside of Reagan Washington National Airport:
“I am praying for all the families of the victims of this terrible tragedy involving American Airlines Flight 5342 and a U.S. Army helicopter that… Read more »
Kennedy Named Ranking Member Of The Homeland Security Subcommittee On Emergency Management And Technology
Kennedy Will Continue To Serve On Veterans’ Affairs To Honor Nation’s Heroes
BUFFALO, NY — For the 119th Congress, Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) will serve on the House of Representatives Committees on Veterans’ Affairs and Homeland Security. Kennedy will hold… Read more »
Bipartisan Infrastructure Award Aimed At Preventing Roadway Collisions
WASHINGTON, DC—Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) announced $323,850 in federal funding. provided through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, to the New York State Department of Transportation, to help prevent vehicle collisions with wildlife.
“Many Western New Yorkers know all too well the dangers that come with close… Read more »