Press Releases
Legislation Addresses Waterway Pollution
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) announced passage of H.R. 2008, the Local Water Protection Act, a bill that authorizes $200 million annually in Fiscal Years 2022 through 2026 for programs that protect our nation’s waterways from runoff pollution.
Dennis Gorski was a man of honor and commitment to public service. From his days in Vietnam as a young soldier to his legislative service, to 12 trailblazing years as Erie County Executive to his final years as Cheektowaga Town Justice, Dennis spent the entirety of his adult life in service to the people and the community he loved so dearly.
Congressman Cosponsors Legislation Providing $60 Billion to Replenish Program
As dedicated federal restaurant relief runs out, Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) is calling on Congress to move quickly to save jobs and prevent restaurants from having to close their doors. Higgins is cosponsoring the Restaurant Revitalization Fund Replenishment Act (H.R.
INVEST in America Act Includes $20 Million in Direct Funding for WNY Projects Plus Millions More to Fix Roads, Bridges & Replace Lead Water Lines Locally
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) announced the House of Representatives approved the INVEST in America Act, legislation authorizing funding to improve the nation’s roads, bridges, transit, rail and water infrastructure.
Federal & State Leaders Representing the Peace Bridge Say People Have Been Separated for Too Long
The week including Canada Day, July 1, and Independence Day, July 4, typically tends to be one of the busiest times of the year for cross-border travel between the United States and Canada. However, this year the border remains closed to non-essential travel and federal and state leaders representing the border community that includes the Peace Bridge are frustrated by the lack of progress.
Bill to Improve Care for Alzheimer’s Patients
As Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month comes to a close, Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) announced bipartisan legislation to help families across the country dealing with Alzheimer’s disease. The Comprehensive Care for Alzheimer’s Act would help the 95% of individuals with dementia that have one or more other chronic conditions, such as hypertension, he
Projects aim to improve outcomes, develop new treatments and advance understanding of COVID and cancer
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Even as the COVID-19 pandemic took hold, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center scientists continued to draw support for their innovative research proposals, garnering more than $34 million in competitive grants from government agencies and private funders.
Funding Would Boost West Side Bazaar Expansion, Provide E-Commerce Support through the SUNY Buffalo State Small Business Development Center
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) announced federal legislation, which includes $1.7 million to help small businesses in Western New York, has crossed an initial legislative hurdle.
Legislation Aims to Protect Seniors from Fraud and Abuse
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) announced approval of the Elder Abuse Protection Act of (H.R. 2922) of 2021. This initiative coordinates criminal enforcement and public engagement efforts to combat abuse, neglect, and financial fraud and scams that target older Americans.
Establishes Theft of Veterans’ Benefits as Criminal Offense
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) announced the passage of H.R. 983, the Preventing Crimes Against Veterans Act of 2021, legislation that works to prevent scams aimed at stealing veterans’ benefits.