Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26), a member of the House of Representatives Budget Committee, released the following statement in response to the President Joe Biden’s proposed 2024 federal budget:
“This budget builds on the incredible progress Congress delivered in recent years through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, Inflation Reduction Act, Chips and Science Act, and the… Read more »
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) announced a federal grant awarded to
Field and Fork Network
totaling $117,540. Funded by AmeriCorps, the grant supports six AmeriCorps VISTA members serving with Field and Fork to combat poverty and address food insecurity in the Western New York community.
“Far too many families are still struggling with access to fresh, healthy… Read more »
Buffalo Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) spoke on the floor of the House of Representatives to celebrate the recovery of Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin and the resilience of the people of Buffalo and Western New York.
Video: https://youtu.be/FF3uoS0eKL0
Higgins said, “Buffalo and Western New York have had our fair share of challenges over the last year. A… Read more »
After Securing Emergency Declaration, Schumer, Gillibrand, Higgins Say The Full Force Of The Federal Government Needs To Get Behind WNY To Give It The Financial Support It Needs To Recover From Horrific Winter Storm Over The Holiday Weekend – And That Starts With A Major Disaster Declaration
Major Disaster Declaration Would Help Cover Response & Recovery Costs – And… Read more »
On December 21, 2022, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine visited Washington, D.C. for meetings with President Biden and to address a joint session of Congress. Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26), a member of the bipartisan Congressional Ukrainian Caucus, released the following statement regarding the visit:
Higgins said, “Putin’s unwarranted attack on the innocent… Read more »
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the completion of Mount Aaron Village, a new $20.3 million affordable and supportive housing development in East Buffalo. The development features 59 apartments, including 18 apartments for people who need supportive services to live independently.
"Quality affordable housing is the foundation for a healthy community and individual success,"… Read more »
Poloncarz, Higgins join EC Legislator Bargnesi, City of Tonawanda Mayor White to Discuss Successful Program; Program features Deferred Loans at 0% interest to Homeowners
Program has invested over $7 million since 2017, helping nearly 400 low- and moderate-income homeowners countywide with over $7 million in home repairs
ERIE COUNTY, NY— Eligible homeowners of owner-occupied one-… Read more »
WASHINGTON (November 29, 2022)— With Congress set to reconvene for a post-election legislative session, 100 members of the U.S. House of Representatives and 24 senators have now signed on to support a new tax incentive that would produce 500,000 starter homes in struggling communities over the next decade. The legislation would address the needs of families throughout the country that… Read more »
Marking the one-year anniversary of the Bipartisan Infrastructure bill being signed into law, Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) highlighted some of the awards to date and the lasting impact the Law’s investments will have on Western New York.
Higgins said, “The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is laying the foundation for cleaner, safer and stronger communities. The… Read more »
Congressman Brian Higgins (NY-26) announced that WEDI received two federal grants totaling $375,000. A grant for $250,000 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families, Office of Refugee Resettlement will continue support for refugee-owned microenterprises. Another $125,000 grant is allocated through the U.S. Department of Treasury’s… Read more »
