Press Releases
Structure protects Wilson Centennial Park, Waterfront Village, Erie Basin Marina
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) announced plans for major improvements to the North Breakwater in the Buffalo Harbor thanks to $13.5 million in federal funding. The resources were included in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Buffalo District’s funding allocation work plan released this week.
Following Fractured Relationship & Ten Months of COVID Related Restrictions at the Border, New Administration Prioritizes US-Canada Relations
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26, Buffalo/Niagara Falls), who serves as Co-chair of Congressional Northern Border Caucus, says President Joe Biden’s week one actions demonstrate a new beginning for the US-Canada relationship.
“In a history-making moment, today Joe Biden and Kamala Harris begin their tenure as President and Vice President of the United States. With this transition, we are filled with new optimism for healing and unity. This passage represents an opportunity to quell divisive rhetoric in exchange for respectful dialogue and meaningful consensus building to serve the needs of all Americans.
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) announced federal funding totaling over $34,373 for several Western New York fire departments toward the purchase of personal protective equipment (PPE) to keep firefighters and the community safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Federal Grant to Assist with Food, Transportation & Other Needs
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) and Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz announced Erie County Senior Services has been awarded an $81,391 federal grant through the AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP program.
Congressman Says “It’s Imperative That We Act To Save These Neighborhood Fixtures.”
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) is pushing for federal grants for restaurants to be included in the first COVID emergency relief package approved by Congress under the new Biden Administration.
“American Rescue Plan” Addresses Immediate Needs
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) welcomed President-elect Joe Biden’s remarks outlining a plan to address the coronavirus pandemic as Biden prepares to take office on January 20, 2021.
With infrastructure prioritized in remarks by both the Governor and the President-elect today, Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) expressed great optimism about continued progress toward removal of the Buffalo Skyway, opening up access and connectivity to the Buffalo waterfront.
Congressman Higgins Cosponsors & Votes to Approve Articles of Impeachment
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) announced, in a bipartisan vote, the House of Representatives has impeached President Donald J. Trump.
In Bipartisan Vote House Finds President Trump Unable to Discharge Duties of Office, Urges Action
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) announced passage of House Resolution 21, which calls on Vice President Pence to activate the Cabinet and immediately use the authority provided, under section 4 of the 25th Amendment, to declare President Trump incapable of executing the duties of his office.