WNY News Now

(WNY News Now) – Albany, NY – Governor Kathy Hochul has officially scheduled a special election on April 30 to fill the vacancy in the 26th Congressional District left by Brian Higgins’ resignation. The proclamation, issued on February 12, adheres to the Public Officers Law.

“With Brian Higgins’ departure from Congress, a special election to ensure representation for the 26th District will be held in April,” Governor Hochul said. “From our days representing Western New York in Congress together to our partnership in the years since, I am grateful for Brian’s service to our State and our country. I wish him all the best as he embarks on a new chapter of service and look forward to working with his successor to improve the lives of New Yorkers.”