Timothy M. Kennedy

DHS Release Transparency Act

The Department of Homeland Security would be required to publicly report information about individuals it releases from custody, including their names, charges, and reasons for release. This would give Congress and the public more transparency into DHS decisions about who is released and under what circumstances. The bill affects immigration enforcement practices and how the government communicates about border security and detention decisions.

VA Funding and Workforce Protection Act

This bill would protect Department of Veterans Affairs employees from political retaliation and ensure stable funding for VA operations and staffing. It likely aims to prevent the VA from losing experienced workers due to sudden budget cuts or disciplinary actions based on political pressure, which could disrupt healthcare and benefits services for veterans. The measure would help maintain consistent VA services by protecting the workforce that processes claims, provides medical care, and assists veterans with their benefits.

VA Police Recruitment and Retention Act of 2026

This bill would make it easier for the Department of Veterans Affairs to hire and keep police officers by offering them better pay, benefits, and working conditions. The goal is to address staffing shortages at VA facilities by making police jobs there more competitive with other law enforcement positions. This would affect both the VA officers who work at veterans' hospitals and clinics and the veterans who rely on those facilities for security and services.

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1200 William Street, Room 200, in Buffalo, New York, as the "William J. Donovan Post Office Building".

This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1200 William Street, Room 200, in Buffalo, New York, as the "William J. Donovan Post Office Building".

Safe Flights for Passengers and Flight Crews Act

This bill would establish new safety requirements and protections for airline passengers and flight crew members, likely addressing issues like unruly passenger behavior, crew working conditions, or emergency procedures. The legislation would apply to commercial airlines and affect millions of Americans who fly regularly as well as the flight attendants and pilots who work on those planes. The bill is currently being reviewed by the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure to determine whether it should move forward for a vote.

DHS Grants Accountability Act

This bill would require the Department of Homeland Security to provide better tracking and reporting on how it spends grant money given to states and local governments for transportation and infrastructure projects. The goal is to make sure taxpayer dollars are being used effectively and to give Congress and the public clearer information about where the money goes and what results it produces.

Loan Equity for Advanced Professionals Act

This bill likely aims to address student loan burdens for highly educated professionals like doctors, lawyers, and engineers by creating new repayment options or forgiveness programs tailored to their circumstances. The measure would affect borrowers with advanced degrees who carry substantial education debt, potentially offering relief through income-based repayment plans or loan forgiveness after a certain period of service. The bill is currently under review by the House Committee on Education and Workforce to determine its specific provisions and feasibility.

To require the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to administer the Next Generation Warning System grant program and disburse obligated funds under such program, and for other purposes.

The federal government would be required to properly manage and distribute grant money for a Next Generation Warning System program through FEMA, which helps communities develop better emergency alert systems to warn people about disasters and other threats. This ensures that funds already promised for these warning systems actually get distributed to states and local governments that need them. The bill affects emergency management agencies, local governments, and communities that rely on timely disaster warnings.

Veterans Healthcare Equality Act of 2025

This bill would likely expand or improve healthcare benefits and services available to veterans through the Department of Veterans Affairs. The specific changes would address gaps or inequalities in how different groups of veterans receive medical care, mental health services, or other health-related benefits. Veterans and their families would be the primary beneficiaries of any expanded or more equitable healthcare access this legislation provides.

Securing America’s Ports of Entry Act of 2025

The legislation would strengthen security measures and enforcement procedures at U.S. ports of entry, including airports, seaports, and land borders. It would affect border patrol agents, customs officials, and travelers entering the country by potentially increasing inspections, technology requirements, or staffing at these checkpoints. The bill is currently being reviewed by a congressional subcommittee focused on border security.

Occupational Therapy Mental Health Parity Act.

Occupational Therapy Mental Health Parity Act This bill requires the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to conduct outreach on Medicare coverage of occupational therapy services to treat substance use or mental health disorders.

Gold Star Family Education Parity Act

This bill would ensure that families of military members who died in service receive the same education benefits as families of disabled veterans, removing current gaps in financial support for college and training programs. Gold Star families—those who have lost a loved one in military service—would gain access to education assistance that helps them pursue degrees and career training without the same financial burden. The change aims to recognize and support the families who have made the ultimate sacrifice for the country.

Aaron Salter, Jr., Responsible Body Armor Possession Act

The legislation would restrict who can legally possess body armor by creating new criminal penalties for civilians wearing protective vests, with exceptions for law enforcement, military, and security personnel. The law would affect everyday people, potentially including construction workers, journalists, and others who might wear protective gear, by making it illegal for them to own or wear body armor in most circumstances. This represents a significant change to current federal law, which generally allows civilians to purchase and wear body armor.

Weatherizing Infrastructure in the North and Terrorism Emergency Readiness Act of 2025

The legislation would improve emergency preparedness and infrastructure resilience in northern regions by funding weatherization projects and enhancing terrorism response capabilities. It would help communities, businesses, and government agencies better prepare for and respond to natural disasters and security threats through infrastructure upgrades and emergency management improvements. The bill affects state and local governments, emergency management agencies, and residents in areas vulnerable to severe weather and other emergencies.