Press Releases
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
Helps Improve Early Education Initiatives & Prepare Children for Educational Success
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) announced a federal grant totaling $499,999 to ensure the continued support of The Service Collaborative of WNY’s AmeriCorps Builds Lives Through Education (ABLE) Early Childhood program, which helps prepare preschool children for success in mathematics.
Numbers In Frist Week Show High Demand For Affordable BroadbandWith the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) reporting over one million households registered to receive the Emergency Broadband Benefit in the first week alone, Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) and Buffalo City Council Member Mitch Nowakowski are encouraging Western New Yorkers to register, to ensure they don’t miss out on the opportunity for reduced broadband rates. Higgins and Nowakowski released a video explaining the program, which many Western New Yorkers will be eligible to receive.
With the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) reporting over one million households registered to receive the Emergency Broadband Benefit in the first week alone, Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) and Buffalo City Council Member Mitch Nowakowski are encouraging Western New Yorkers to regi
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) announced Congressional action to address and respond to the attack on Capitol Hill which took place on January 6, 2021.
Homeland Security Keeps Northern Border Closed to Non-Essential Travel Through June 21
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) expressed great disappointment following the announcement that the United States and Canada have continued to keep the Northern Border closed to non-essential travel for another full month.
Numbers In First Week Show High Demand For Affordable Broadband
With the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) reporting over one million households registered to receive the Emergency Broadband Benefit in the first week alone, Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) and Buffalo City Council Member Mitch Nowakowski are encouraging Western New Yorkers to regi