“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...
Kennedy, senators lead amicus brief supporting religious liberty in nation’s capital
“This case is about fairness, plain and simple. Capitol Hill Baptist Church is right to ask that houses of worship receive the same treatment Mayor Bowser has given peaceful protestors under her...
Kennedy applauds House companion to Don’t Push My Buttons Act
“Social media has many virtues, but too often it divides people by feeding them polarizing information—without their awareness or consent. . . . My bill would give Americans more control over their...
Kennedy mourns passing of Gov. Mike Foster
MADISONVILLE, La. – Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) released the following statement upon the death of former Louisiana governor Mike Foster:“Mike Foster worked hard to create jobs and improve...
Kennedy announces $2 million for Louisiana Tech baseball stadium, sports facilities
MADISONVILLE, La. – Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced a $1,939,229 FEMA grant to support tornado-related repairs to J.C....
Kennedy urges Wells Fargo to address water system project delay in Central Louisiana
WASHINGTON – Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) today wrote to Wells Fargo Chief Executive Officer Charles Scharf, urging him to respond to the Hammock Water System so that the system can begin...
Kennedy introduces bill to fuel rebuilding efforts in communities hit by Hurricane Laura
“I introduced the Hurricane Laura Recovery Opportunity Zones Act to incentivize rebuilding and development projects in southwest and central Louisiana communities.”WASHINGTON – Sen. John...
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: 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...
Kennedy introduces bill to ensure quality health care for veterans through fitness monitors
“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...