“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: 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 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 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...
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...