Press Releases
Riverline, DL&W, Complete Streets Project in the Tonawandas & Waterfront Trails in Lackawanna, Buffalo & Hamburg Cross First Hurdle to Securing Federal Funding
Five Western New York infrastructure projects totaling $20 million requested by Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) have crossed the first hurdle in securing federal transportation funding.
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26), who serves as Co-Chair of the Northern Border Caucus and the Canada-U.S. Interparliamentary Group released the following statement in response to ongoing discussions about U.S.-Canada border restrictions:
Leaders Tell State Skyway Project Won’t Proceed or Succeed Until Groundwork is Done to Meet Community Needs
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) and New York State Senator Tim Kennedy say the Skyway project will remain on hold until the State addresses the needs of the community. The Congressman and Senator are calling for several transportation improvements to plan for the eventual removal of the Skyway including removal of the tolls for Hamburg commuters.
Western New York Base Among Six Locations Being Considered by Air Force to Host Reserve Component
Congressmembers Brian Higgins (NY-26) and Chris Jacobs (NY-27) are leading a push to have the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station (NFARS) host the next KC-46A Pegasus Reserve component.
“For years Tonawanda Coke violated the law and poisoned the community in which it operated. The community, including Jackie James-Creedon, members of the Clean Air Coalition and other citizen champions, persisted in a relentless fight for their health, safety and justice.
Higgins Fights for Veterans with Parkinson’s Disease to Have Access to Proven, Alternative Treatment
In Committee Testimony Congressman Says “We Must Not Allow Red Tape to Get in the Way of a Veteran’s Ability to Access the Therapy they Need”
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) testified before the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs advocating that veterans dealing with Parkinson’s disease a deserve a fighting chance at slowing debilitating symptoms.
Leaders Representing Buffalo, Niagara Falls, Beaches-East York, Toronto & Malpeque, Prince Edward Island Push for Action
United States Congressman Brian Higgins and Canadian Members of Parliament Nathaniel Erskine-Smith and Wayne Easter released the following joint statement related to US-Canada border management:
Reports Indicate Plans Underway to Allow Crossings, Waive Quarantine Requirements for NHL Players
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) responded to published reports indicating plans are underway to accommodate NHL teams by extending exemptions for travel between the United States and Canada.
Accidents, Risk of Falling Debris, Environmental Impact, Functionally Obsolete Status Remain Constant
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) and New York State Senator Tim Kennedy are detailing serious safety factors among the many reasons for removal of the Buffalo Skyway.
Senators, Congressmen Fought Alongside 3407 Families Since Colgan Air Flight 3407 Disaster in February 2009 To Enact Safeguards And Prevent Future Tragedies
New Database Would Enable Airlines To Access Pilot Training History Before Hiring, Ensuring More Qualified and Capable Pilots
Federal Reps: Ceaseless Advocacy By 3407 Families Will Make For Safer Skies