Mike Kennedy

The people of Utah understand these lands better than any distant bureaucracy ever could. Decisions about how they are managed and protected should rest with the communities who live closest to them. The Antiquities Act was written to…

I rise today to commend two of our Nation's finest who saved a life that otherwise would surely have been lost. On March 15, a man driving through Florida experienced a medical emergency that caused him to crash into a shallow body of…

I rise today to recognize a constituent, a volunteer, and a good friend, Lyman, on the occasion of his 75th birthday. Lyman has volunteered his time and energy on behalf of the people of Utah for many years. He shows up. He does the work…

I rise today to highlight that March is designated as National Kidney Month to focus on kidney disease awareness. As a family doctor, I know firsthand how debilitating this disease can be, especially for those needing to go on dialysis…

I rise to honor Dr. Kenneth John Brown, a marine, teacher, husband, and man of deep faith who recently passed away at 102 years old. Ken Brown was just 20 when he landed on Iwo Jima, where he proudly served his country. He came home…

I rise today to shed light on endometriosis, a chronic and debilitating condition affecting more than 6.5 million women across the United States. Despite its prevalence, it often goes undiagnosed for years. The journey to diagnosis is…

In looking forward to the moment which is intended to terminate the career of my public life, my feelings do not permit me to suspend the deep acknowledgment of that debt of gratitude which I owe to my beloved country for the many honors…

It is substantially true that virtue or morality is a necessary spring of popular government. The rule indeed extends with more or less force to every species of free government. Who that is a sincere friend to it can look with…

I support this because it is good policy, and I support it because my constituents want me to support this. But I also support it because my children and grandchildren deserve better than what we are currently delivering. For example, I…

I rise in opposition to the epidemic of waste, fraud, and abuse that is ripping off taxpayers with impunity. Too often, Congress forgets that every dollar of government money collected comes from an American who worked hard for it. That is…

Mr. Speaker, there is a lot of symbolism that is happening at this point. I appreciate the bipartisanship. It is a reflection of what really should happen around this place. We should love and help each other and try to find common ground…

As a family practice doctor for more than 25 years, I hear directly from my patients about the skyrocketing cost of insurance and prescription drugs. Americans were promised lower costs, more choices, and better care. More than a decade…

I am proud to protect the children of Utah and commend the 25 other States that have stood up for their kids, as well. I urge all of my colleagues to follow the scientific evidence and stop funding these horrific procedures on kids.

in 2027, beginning in April and ending in October, the Salt Lake Temple, which is to my left, will be open for public tours. All are welcome, with 3 million to 5 million visitors expected during this historic event that will be important…

9 days ago in my district, a loving husband and father of two children, a public figure who debated vigorously conservative values and a representative for free speech, was assassinated by a deranged coward who felt that violence was the…

Mr. Speaker, just days ago, Charlie Kirk was assassinated by an act of deranged cowardice. His death was not only the loss of a husband, but a father, and a friend to many. It is also a sobering reminder that the very rights he spent his…

Today I rise and recognize a proud U.S. Army veteran, Lisa Duckworth, who was recently named Military Friendly's 2025 Veteran of the Year for the State of Utah. From her role as a chaplaincy resources manager in the Army for close to 6…

Today, I rise to celebrate 175 years since the establishment of Pleasant Grove, Utah. Established on September 13, 1850, by pioneers, Pleasant Grove is located in an idyllic location, nestled at the base of the majestic snowcapped…

today I rise with great pride to congratulate the Price, Utah, Battle 13u youth baseball team. This talented group of 13-year-old baseball players from Carbon and Emery Counties won the Pacific Southwest Regional, advancing to the Babe…

today, I rise to recognize some of the impacts the One Big Beautiful Bill Act will have on my State. By passing the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, the House Republican majority kept its promise to preserve the 2017 tax cuts and provided…

On February 25, 1846, beleaguered residents of Nauvoo, Illinois, began leaving their homes and farms behind, crossing the frozen Mississippi River by ferry and wagon to escape persecution. Only the sickest and poorest remained behind, and…

I am grateful for the time you have granted me to acknowledge a stunning accomplishment by one of our high school athletes in Utah's Third District, Jane Hedengren. Jane runs track for Timpview High School in Provo, Utah. In an…

As a family physician, I have seen both the benefits and issues associated with Medicaid. Currently there are 7.6 million people on Medicaid who should not be there. There are 1.4 million illegal immigrants, 1.2 million who are ineligible…

Where a private owner is backing a decision to require a PLA with its own resources and has the flexibility to use delivery systems that are not available in the public sector, I see no reason why the government should step in and…