WASHINGTON – Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) released the following statement after the Senate approved the nomination of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to become an associate justice on the U.S. Supreme...
Kennedy: Judiciary Committee affirms what America knows—Judge Barrett is exceptionally qualified
WASHINGTON – Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) released the following statement after the Senate Judiciary Committee approved the nomination of Judge Amy Coney Barrett to become an associate justice on...
Kennedy: Senate Democrats again block coronavirus relief for Louisiana workers, families
“Louisiana workers who lost jobs to the pandemic need a lifeline. Our businesses need help to keep their employees on payroll. Parents need tools to keep their kids learning, and they need more...
Kennedy, senators urge EPA Administrator to avoid RVO increase
“To ensure refiners and retailers can continue to provide American consumers with affordable fuels that are safe for their vehicles and specialized tools, as well as prevent damage to fueling...
Kennedy introduces bill to recognize utility linemen as first responders
“Thousands of utility linemen are putting their safety at risk to repair Louisiana’s electrical grid after Hurricanes Laura and Delta devastated our state. In my book, these heroes are first...
Kennedy: Senate Democrats block PPP second round, vote against sending aid to Louisiana workers and businesses
“There’s still more Congress can do to support Americans as they reignite our economy, and Senate Republicans just voted—again—to send aid to small businesses around the country. It’s sad but not...
Kennedy leads amicus brief on behalf of Stanford Ponzi scheme victims
“Hardworking Louisianians have already been defrauded, and now the system is kicking them while they’re down. The bottom line is that neither the receiver nor the court has the authority to prevent...
Kennedy: America loves democracy and Louisiana is proud of Judge Amy Coney Barrett
“We claim you in Louisiana. We’re proud of the fact, in Louisiana, that you were born in Metairie—a suburb of New Orleans. . . . I know your mom and dad still live there, and we’re very proud of you...
Kennedy announces $24 million for Bossier road repairs
“In 2016, floods damaged many of Louisiana’s roads and highways, and this grant will restore infrastructure to make travel safer for communities in Bossier.”MADISONVILLE, La. – Sen. John...
Kennedy announces $9.9 million for Avondale cargo deck
“Louisiana’s ports fuel much of the nation’s commerce. This critical funding is great news for Avondale, and, importantly, it will support jobs on the Westbank.”MADISONVILLE, La. – Sen. John...