“If a close look at this pilot program shows that veterans are healthier when they use fitness monitors, it’s worth considering whether these efforts can be expanded through Medicare or private...
Kennedy: Judge Amy Coney Barrett an impressive, thoughtful jurist
WASHINGTON – Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) released the following statement after meeting today with Judge Amy Coney Barrett, nominated by President Donald Trump to join the U.S. Supreme...
Senate passes Kennedy bill to eradicate nutria
WASHINGTON – The Senate today unanimously passed Sen. John Kennedy’s (R-La.) bill to amend the Nutria Eradication and Control Act. Kennedy and Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) introduced the...
Kennedy announces $16.7 million for dislocated workers
“The coronavirus pandemic has challenged many of our state’s businesses, leaving too many Louisianians without jobs. This grant will create crucial opportunities for those who lost their jobs in the...
Kennedy announces $3.2 million for workforce development in New Orleans, Lake Charles, Monroe
“Hurricane Laura devastated communities across Louisiana, and this funding will support critical workforce development programs to bolster local economies in New Orleans, Lake Charles and...
Kennedy announces $33.4 million for coronavirus response in Baton Rouge, New Orleans
“Louisiana’s health care providers were forced to take drastic measures to care for coronavirus patients, and these FEMA grants will help reimburse health centers in Baton Rouge and New Orleans for...
Kennedy announces $7.5 million for health projects in New Orleans, Lafayette, Shreveport
“Louisiana is still working to mitigate the impact of coronavirus, and these grants will support key health projects to protect communities across our state.”MADISONVILLE, La. – Sen. John...
Kennedy statement on nomination of Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court
MADISONVILLE, La.—Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) released the following statement upon President Donald Trump’s nomination of Amy Coney Barrett, a Louisiana native, to the U.S. Supreme Court.“President...
Kennedy backs PREPARE Act to help small businesses mitigate disaster loss
“No one knows better than a Louisianian how to prepare for natural disasters, and this bill will make it easier for our small businesses to prevent loss. Too often, hardworking Americans are forced...
Kennedy presses SuddenLink to restore internet in Louisiana
“Louisiana businesses, schools and families have been waiting too long to get their internet back, and it’s time we see real progress. SuddenLink has increased its presence on the ground, but it’s...