Congressman Aderholt Meets with HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. to Discuss Agency Priorities and FY26 Budget

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04), Chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies, released the following statement after attending a breakfast meeting with Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.:

“I appreciated the opportunity to join Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. for breakfast this morning at the HHS Headquarters. It was a productive conversation and a valuable chance for the Secretary to hear directly from Congressional leaders on healthcare about our priorities for the upcoming fiscal year.

“As we begin work on the FY26 budget, I look forward to collaborating with Secretary Kennedy and these other Congressional leaders to ensure that federal health programs are effective, fiscally responsible, and truly serve the needs of the American people. I welcomed his stated commitment to finding common ground and his vision to 'Make America Healthy Again.' Our Committee stands ready to work with him on areas where our goals align, and to have honest conversations where they do not; an approach he has welcomed.

“This introductory meeting was a positive first step, and I remain hopeful for a constructive working relationship moving forward.”

The breakfast was held at the invitation of Secretary Kennedy as an opportunity to hear from congressional committee chairs and identify potential areas for collaboration under his leadership of the Department of Health and Human Services.

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