Press Releases
Payments Expected to Begin for Families in July
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) announced improvements to the Child Tax Credit included in the American Rescue Plan will benefit nearly 400,000 children in Western New York.
Legislation Makes Medicare an Option for Americans Age 50-64
Congressmembers Brian Higgins (NY-26), John Larson (CT-01), Joe Courtney (CT-02), and Peter Welch (VT-AL) announced introduction of the Medicare Buy-In and Health Care Stabilization Act. The legislation allows Americans to buy into Medicare early, between the ages of 50-64.
Congressman Seeking $375 Million in Federal Funding in FY22, a $45 Million increase
As the country recognizes Earth Day, Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) is pushing for the federal government to take action to protect the planet by increasing its investment in the Great Lakes, the largest source of fresh water in the world.
During a House of Representatives Ways & Means Committee hearing titled “In Their Own Words: Paid Leave, Child Care and an Economy that Failed Women,” Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) stressed the importance of improving federal policy to support
Students from Williamsville School District & Nichols School Earn Top Prize
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) announced Open Food Facts as the winning app of the 2020 Congressional App Challenge, an annual competition challenging middle and high school students from House Congressional districts across the United States to create and submit original coding applications.
Congressman Advocates for a Reopening Plan to be Defined and Released
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26), Co-chair of the Northern Border Caucus, addressed the renewed shutdown of the border between the United States and Canada in remarks on the floor of the House of Representatives.
Texas Storms Shine Light on Risks Associated with CO Exposure
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) announced approval of the Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention Act of 2021 (H.R. 1460). The bipartisan bill makes grants available to increase the distribution and installation of carbon monoxide detectors.
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) released the following statement in response to President Biden’s announcement of plans to withdraw all U.S. troops from Afghanistan by September 11, 2021.
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) announced the passage of legislation aimed at protecting older Americans from scams and other fraudulent tactics targeting consumers. The pandemic has increased incidences of fraudulent activity.
Legislation Adds New Protections Combating Gender-Based Pay Discrimination
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) announced passage of H.R.7, the Paycheck Fairness Act. The legislation, cosponsored by Higgins, strengthens the 1963 Equal Pay Act by closing loopholes to provide women additional protections from pay discrimination and requiring, under the law, equal pay for equal work.