WASHINGTON – Sens. John Kennedy (R-La.) and Gary Peters (D-Mich.) today introduced a bipartisan resolution designating the week of Sept. 11 through Sept. 17 as Patriot...
Kennedy calls on mobile carriers to testify on preventing inmates from harassing victims by phone
WASHINGTON – Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.), chairman of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government, today wrote to the chief executive officers (CEO) of...
Kennedy announces $27 million for coronavirus housing relief
“Many Louisianians are facing tough times through no fault of their own. Government shut down the economy, and people are struggling to afford housing. I’m grateful for HUD’s work to quickly...
Kennedy, Barrasso, Carper Announce Agreement on HFCs Amendment to Energy Bill
“To create thousands of jobs, save billions of dollars and safeguard the environment, we must invest in alternatives to HFCs. I’m thankful that Chairman Barrasso and Sen. Carper are championing this...
Kennedy announces $10 million DOT grant for Lafayette’s University Avenue Corridor Project
“Lafayette will benefit greatly from this investment in our infrastructure. I’m thankful that the DOT has prioritized building and revitalizing Louisiana roadways, especially as we work to recover...
Kennedy introduces bill to support Hurricane Laura recovery by increasing disaster relief fund
“To help people rebuild their homes and businesses, I’ve introduced a bill to make sure FEMA’s disaster funding doesn’t run dry. Louisianians have worked hard for our state and our country, and...
Kennedy plans new Lake Charles courthouse after Hurricane Laura destruction
“I look forward to working with you in my capacity as Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government to identify the appropriate resource needs for a...
Kennedy announces $2.7 million in disaster funding for Louisiana health centers
“As Louisiana begins to recover from Hurricane Laura, we must ensure residents have access to quality health care. This funding from HHS will support critical equipment and construction projects to...
Kennedy urges IRS to extend tax filing date, expedite refunds for Hurricane Laura victims
MADISONVILLE, La. – Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) today urged Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Commissioner Charles Rettig to extend the tax filing date and expedite tax refunds to residents in...
Kennedy, Cassidy, Cornyn, Cruz urge Senate leadership for emergency supplemental appropriations
“Families and businesses affected by the hurricane must now contend with the difficulty of rebuilding their lives during a global pandemic. They warrant the Senate’s immediate attention and support...