“Unless the Federal Government provides meaningful relief to the independent offshore oil and gas companies in the next 30 days, the continued viability of the industry will be in serious jeopardy....
Sen. Kennedy praises Secretary Perdue, USDA for helping food get to New Orleans food banks
“Louisiana residents have Secretary Perdue and his team to thank for filling up our food banks, especially in areas hit hardest by the coronavirus pandemic.”WASHINGTON – Sen. John Kennedy...
Sen. Kennedy asks Interior Secretary Bernhardt for royalty relief to save Louisiana oil and gas jobs
“Oil and gas jobs remain a vital part of Louisiana’s economy, and factors outside workers’ control are jeopardizing those jobs. The simplest, smartest lifeline we can extend to the oil producers is...
Sen. Kennedy announces $8.9 million in funding for medical services, research
“These medical projects will benefit people all over Louisiana. I’m glad to see HHS support critical health services and research for our communities, especially in tough times like our state is...
Kennedy commends FEMA for extending grace period for flood insurance
“Louisiana property owners are struggling under the coronavirus pandemic and need relief. This extension will give policyholders more time to renew their flood insurance and allow them to prioritize...
Sen. Kennedy statement on CARES Act passage in Senate
“People’s lives and their livelihoods depend on a swift, comprehensive response to this pandemic. . . . The CARES Act is the best path open to preserving and reviving our economy as we battle the...
Sen. Kennedy asks President Trump to declare major disaster in Louisiana
“It is no secret that Louisiana needs your help during this disaster. . . . I am requesting that you approve this request as expeditiously as possible in order to make additional resources available...
Sen. Kennedy announces $31 million grant for Louisiana coronavirus response
“The federal and state governments are committed to doing whatever it takes to protect local communities from the coronavirus—and to doing it quickly. This $31 million grant could increase medical...
Louisiana small businesses gain access to SBA disaster loans in wake of coronavirus
“Now is the time to mobilize resources to save American lives and livelihoods. Louisiana businesses and their employees are struggling through no fault of their own, and they need relief fast. . . ....
Sen. Kennedy introduces anti-terrorism bills
“We simply don’t need to pour taxpayer dollars into supporting criminals who have perpetrated violence against Americans. Instead, we should focus our limited resources on protecting innocent lives...