New York Democratic Representative Brian Higgins has shocked the political landscape today with his announcement that he will leave Congress in February 2021. Higgins is a ten-term Congressman originally elected in 2004 and had one of the longest tenures in office for all New York representatives.
In a statement made to the public, Higgins declared his impending retirement to “allow for new leadership in the House of Representatives, and to be closer to family.” He expressed his gratitude to the people of Western New York for their continued support over the years, and reflected on the progress made during his time in office.
“During my tenures in Congress, we have achieved significant accomplishments, helping to restore the Niagara Falls, establish the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, drive a nationally recognized ‘Buffalo Billion’ investment strategy, and advance other public policy initiatives in the areas of health care, veterans’ benefits, transportation, and more,” he declared.
The news of Higgins’ retirement was met with both surprise and appreciation. Governor Andrew Cuomo noted Higgins’ “tremendous legacy” of “transformative improvement and progress” throughout his time in office. New York Senator Charles Schumer lauded the Congressman’s “lifetime of service to our nation,” and Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi shared her condolences, adding, “many others will carry his bold spirit forward into the future.”
Despite his retirement, Higgins will still be involved in congressional policy. The Congressman announced the establishment of the Higgins Institute for Politics and Public Service, an enterprise dedicated to “nurturing the development and grooming of the next generation of public servants.”
Higgins’ retirement from Congress signifies the end of an era in New York politics. He sought to improve the lives of his constituents by leveraging the power of his office, and his dynamic contributions to Western New York will certainly not be forgotten.
New York Democratic Representative Brian Higgins has shocked the political landscape today with his announcement that he will leave Congress in February 2021. Higgins is a ten-term Congressman originally elected in 2004 and had one of the longest tenures in office for all New York representatives.
In a statement made to the public, Higgins declared his impending retirement to “allow for new leadership in the House of Representatives, and to be closer to family.” He expressed his gratitude to the people of Western New York for their continued support over the years, and reflected on the progress made during his time in office.
“During my tenures in Congress, we have achieved significant accomplishments, helping to restore the Niagara Falls, establish the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, drive a nationally recognized ‘Buffalo Billion’ investment strategy, and advance other public policy initiatives in the areas of health care, veterans’ benefits, transportation, and more,” he declared.
The news of Higgins’ retirement was met with both surprise and appreciation. Governor Andrew Cuomo noted Higgins’ “tremendous legacy” of “transformative improvement and progress” throughout his time in office. New York Senator Charles Schumer lauded the Congressman’s “lifetime of service to our nation,” and Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi shared her condolences, adding, “many others will carry his bold spirit forward into the future.”
Despite his retirement, Higgins will still be involved in congressional policy. The Congressman announced the establishment of the Higgins Institute for Politics and Public Service, an enterprise dedicated to “nurturing the development and grooming of the next generation of public servants.”
Higgins’ retirement from Congress signifies the end of an era in New York politics. He sought to improve the lives of his constituents by leveraging the power of his office, and his dynamic contributions to Western New York will certainly not be forgotten.
