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Standing feet from where Mr. Nurul Amin Shah Alam was found, Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) was joined today by House Committee on Homeland Security Ranking Member Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02), Border Security Subcommittee Ranking Member Lou Correa (CA-46), and Rep. Nellie Pou (NJ-09) to demand that the Department of Homeland Security fully comply with the Erie County District Attorney’s investigation into the death of Mr. Shah Alam. Shah Alam was a Rohingya refugee with legal status who was foun...

The U.S. House of Representatives passed Congressman Tim Kennedy’s NEXUS for Families Act, H.R. 9382, legislation that would make it easier for families to enroll in and renew their NEXUS memberships. The bipartisan bill requires U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to link NEXUS applications for members of the same family, allowing them to apply and interview together. It would also give CBP the ability to waive in-person interviews for children under 14 when appropriate.

We made a promise to Americans that our government would be there when they need it most. Social Security is that promise and is earned through a lifetime of hard work and contributions. We must protect it, strengthen it, and make sure it is there for generations to come.

Donald Trump has proven time and again that he is as juvenile as he is reckless. After creating an affordability crisis across Western New York and America, this President continues to show that he does not care. While Trump tries to distract us from his failed policies, the skyrocketing cost of living is a daily reminder of the truth.

Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries (NY-08) joins Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) at Evergreen Health to highlight how healthcare has been devastated by the extreme MAGA Republican One Big Ugly Bill.

For 15 years, Dr. Satish Tripathi has helped elevate the University at Buffalo into a world-class institution leading in research, innovation, and excellence. His legacy will endure through the generations of students, groundbreaking discoveries, and stronger Western New York he helped build. Congratulations, Dr. Tripathi, on an extraordinary presidency, and best wishes as you transition to your new role with the University.

Six years ago today, we lost a giant of the Civil Rights Movement and the conscience of Congress: Congressman John Lewis. He reminded us that ordinary people have the power to create extraordinary change and that the fight for a more perfect union never ends. Today, we honor his life and legacy by continuing the work he dedicated his life to: protecting the right to vote, standing up for justice, and getting into “good trouble.” My House Democratic colleagues and I will never stop fighting for e...

The U.S. House of Representatives passed Congressman Tim Kennedy’s (NY-26) legislation, H.R. 3106, the Weatherizing Infrastructure in the North and Terrorism Emergency Readiness (WINTER) Act. This common-sense legislation aims to strengthen the nation's preparedness for terrorist attacks during extreme winter weather events. The WINTER Act directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to conduct a terrorism preparedness exercise examining how a successful attack on critical infrastructure du...

Following Unanimous Committee Approval, a Broad Coalition of Tourism, Business, and Cultural Organizations Urge Immediate Action to Cut Bureaucratic Red Tape for Border Communities Standing alongside a diverse coalition of some of Western New York’s top economic, cultural, and tourism leaders at the foot of the Peace Bridge crossing to Canada, Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) called on the House of Representatives to immediately pass H.R. 9382, the NEXUS for Families Act. The push comes on the he...