Nita Lowey: Trailblazing NY Congresswoman and First Woman to Chair House Appropriations Committee

Passing of a Political Pioneer

• 💔 Former New York Congresswoman Nita Lowey has passed away at the age of 87.
• 📍 She died peacefully at her home in Harrison, New York, surrounded by her family.

A Trailblazer in Congress

• 🏛️ Lowey served for over three decades, representing Westchester and Rockland counties.
• 🏆 She made history as the first woman to chair the powerful House Appropriations Committee.
• 🗳️ Her initial election victory was a close one, winning by a whisker against a Republican incumbent.

Legacy and Public Service

• 🎗️ Governor ordered flags lowered to half-staff in her honor, recognizing her as a trailblazer, fighter, and lifelong public servant.
• 🤝 Younger members of Congress have expressed gratitude for her mentorship and guidance.
• 💖 Her family stated she battled metastatic breast cancer with the same tenacity and strength she showed throughout her career, fighting for women, children, and families globally.

Honoring Her Memory

• 🕊️ A private funeral service will be held, followed by a memorial service at a later date.
• 🇺🇸 Lowey is remembered as an essential part of the community, a representative sent to Washington by the people.