“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 backs bill to prevent Medicaid from funding abortion providers
“Taxpayer dollars should protect and improve life, not snuff it out. Louisianians understand that abortion providers often offer inadequate care for vulnerable women, while killing the unborn for...
Kennedy leads bipartisan effort to prioritize broadband access for Louisiana small businesses
“Between a pandemic and historic hurricane, small businesses in Louisiana are facing incredible challenges. Helping them access broadband and put new technology to use is a smart way to protect...
Kennedy announces $8.3 million for New Orleans railroad improvements
“Louisiana’s railroads represent a critical part of our state’s economic success. While this funding will improve railroad safety, it will also stimulate the economy and create jobs in New Orleans...
Kennedy statement on Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg
MADISONVILLE, La. – Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) issued the following statement on the passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg:“America weeps, but what an extraordinary life Justice...
Kennedy announces $4 million for disaster relief jobs
“When Hurricane Laura destroyed homes and businesses across Louisiana, it displaced many of our state’s workers. This grant will help rebuild communities and create jobs for those unemployed as a...
Kennedy introduces bill to forgive PPP, EIDL loans for small businesses hit by hurricanes
“Hurricane Laura has put a lot of Louisiana jobs at risk. I introduced this bill to give job creators a crucial lifeline. Small businesses needed cash flow to survive the coronavirus crisis, and now...
Kennedy announces $5.4 million for Lafayette, Jefferson Parish flood mitigation projects
“This hurricane season has demonstrated why it’s crucial for Louisiana to protect properties from flood damage. This funding will help communities prepare for future storms in Lafayette and...
Kennedy receives “A” rating on Susan B. Anthony List pro-life scorecard
“We have a solemn duty to protect all lives, especially the most innocent and vulnerable among us. The Susan B. Anthony List is one of the most distinguished pro-life organizations in the country,...
Kennedy introduces Stop Blocking Hospitals Act to protect life-saving medical services from criminal rioting
“First responders are on the front lines of protecting communities and saving lives. Protestors who block these heroes from the people who need them may think their actions are political, but, in...