Washington, Feb. 18 -- Congressman Tim Kennedy issued the following press release:

Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) announced $1,092,000 in federal funding he secured to support the replacement of lead service lines in the City of Buffalo. The funding, awarded through the Environmental Protection Agency's State and Tribal Assistance Grants program under the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund, will help accelerate Buffalo's ongoing efforts to remove lead from its water system and protect public health. "Every family in Buffalo deserves the basic guarantee that when they turn on the tap, their water is safe," said Congressman Tim Kennedy. "This transformative federal funding will help remove dangerous lead lines from our neighborhoods, pro...