Throughout his time in the legislature, Senator Kennedy has supported measures that would improve the healthcare services in the Commonwealth. The senator believes that access to affordable, high-quality health care is a right and should be available to all. Senator Kennedy has voted for legislation that would control soaring prescription drug prices and premium costs. He is an advocate for transparency in healthcare transactions and was the sponsor of a bill that would prevent patients from being billed for unexpected medical expenses by out-of-network providers.

Senator Kennedy supported comprehensive maternal healthcare legislation which expanded physical and mental healthcare options for all pregnant women.