Timothy M. Kennedy

Six years ago today, we lost a giant of the Civil Rights Movement and the conscience of Congress: Congressman John Lewis. He reminded us that ordinary people have the power to create extraordinary ...

Our nation must be prepared to prevent and respond to terrorist threats in every circumstance, including during the harshest winter weather. That’s why I’m proud to announce that my WINTER Act has ...

The American people were promised lower costs, an end to endless wars, and leadership that would restore stability. Instead, the Trump administration has stumbled from one false narrative to the ne...

Buffalo has world-class museums, and they’re getting even better. Thanks to the Buffalo Museum of Science for hosting me to update me on their plans, to see progress on their new Science Stadium ex...

Expanding ICE detention does not make our communities safer, it only advances an extreme immigration agenda that separates families and criminalizes our neighbors. The American people deserve tran...

NEXUS is a tool for families to make frequent travel to and from Canada easier, but with bureaucratic red tape actually obtaining a NEXUS pass is a more difficult process than it needs to be.  My ...

Our Founding Fathers understood that our democracy was fragile and that its survival would depend on each generation’s willingness to protect it, strengthen it, and uphold the Constitution.  Repre...

Americans are begging for financial relief, and Donald Trump continues to rip them off because of a complacent Republican-controlled Congress. Hardworking men and women will see hundreds of dolla...

Happy 4th of July, Western New York! For 250 years our country has endured triumph, hardship, and everything in between. But through it all, generations of Americans have fought to build a stronge...

In a deeply divided time, Democrats and Republicans came together to pass a bill that would make housing for millions of Americans more affordable and more accessible. And Donald Trump’s response? ...

Western New York is fortunate to be surrounded by incredible natural beauty, from the roaring waters of Niagara Falls to scenic trails, forests, and waterfronts that bring our communities together....

Western New York knows that border security and a strong economy go hand in hand. We can keep our communities safe without undermining the businesses, families, and cross-border partnerships that o...

Through the leadership of House Democrats, thousands of combat-injured veterans are one step closer to receiving the disability and full retirement pay that they deserve. We know that a serviceme...

For 100 years the Buffalo Criterion has told the stories that too often go untold and ensured that Buffalo’s Black community has a voice that is heard. Journalism is more than reporting the news. ...

We know that there is no safe amount of lead, and keeping our kids and our communities safe is a top priority. Being able to secure nearly $1 million for the Erie County Water Authority to remove l...

Love is love, and 11 years ago the Supreme Court affirmed that truth ruling that marriage equality is a constitutional right. The Obergefell v. Hodges decision was a landmark victory for equality,...

It’s graduation season in Western New York and while I’m celebrating every student reaching this milestone, I’m especially proud of my daughter, Eireann, who graduated from City Honors last night. ...

Art is more than creativity on a canvas, camera, or page, it is a form of self expression that reflects our communities, our stories, and our future. This year’s 2026 Congressional Art Competition...

In Buffalo, we know the devastating cost of gun violence. On May 14, 2022, a racist white supremacist targeted our community and took the lives of 10 innocent people in an act of hate that will nev...

Western New York isn’t only known for our wings and cold weather, we’re also helping preserve history for generations to come thanks to @heritagetimecapsules. Proudly crafted in Buffalo, the offic...