Kennedy Pledges To Defend WNY Federal Workforce From Wrongful Firings
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) took to the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives to defend federal workers in Western New York and across the country, condemning President Trump and Elon Musk for their attempt to cut federal workers and decimate services hardworking families rely… Read more »
National Institutes Of Health Funding Supports 30,000 Jobs and $8 Billion In Economic Activity In New York Alone;
Funding Cuts Will Cost Jobs, Derail Critical Research, And Endanger Public Health
BUFFALO, N.Y. – Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and Representative Tim Kennedy visited the University at Buffalo to highlight the impact of President Trump’s recent cuts to National… Read more »
Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) released the following statement after the Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins announced the dismissal of more than 1,000 VA employees with a late-night press release:
“Last night, Trump's Department of Veterans Affairs terminated more than 1,000 VA employees with a late-night press release. This indefensible, bad-faith action… Read more »
Warns of Impact to Western New York’s Economy and Nation’s Public Health
BUFFALO, NY — Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) released the following statement after the Trump Administration proposed steep budget cuts, hiring freezes, and research-grant reviews for the National Institutes of Health (NIH):
“The scourge of cancer has touched everyone in our community. While researchers and… Read more »
Kennedy Warns Federal Employees Of Perils From Buyouts Offer
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) shared the following statement warning federal employees against accepting a buyout from the Trump Administration:
“My message to hardworking Western New Yorkers facing Trump’s effort to downsize the federal workforce: buyout beware,” said Congressman Tim Kennedy. “Looking… Read more »
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) announced the Community Health Center of Buffalo has been awarded $1,799,096 in federal funding through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
“Access to quality, affordable primary healthcare provides for better outcomes and overall community wellness,” said Congressman Kennedy, a licensed occupational therapist. “I… Read more »
VA Benefits And Care Available To More Veterans
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26), a member of the House Committee on Veteran’s Affairs, announced an expansion of the eligibility criteria under the Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act, otherwise known as the PACT Act. On January 8, 2025, President Biden announced new measures to expand benefits to… Read more »
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… Read more »
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,… Read more »
Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) announced residents in New York State will receive $360,185,996 in federal funding through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP). HEAP makes home heating assistance available to eligible residents.
“As the winter season approaches, HEAP funding helps to fill the gap to ensure seniors and… Read more »
