Andrew Cuomo's Success and Achievements in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: November 5, 2025

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Andrew Cuomo. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Andrew Cuomo is an American politician and lawyer. A Democrat and son of former New York Governor Mario Cuomo, he served as the 56th Governor of New York from 2011 to 2021. His tenure ended with his resignation amidst multiple sexual misconduct allegations. He previously held positions as the New York Attorney General and U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development under President Bill Clinton. Cuomo recently ran for New York City mayor as an independent after losing in the democratic primary.

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2002: Comeback After Gubernatorial Loss

Andrew Cuomo clinching the Democratic party nomination for attorney general in 2006 was considered a significant rebound following his unsuccessful 2002 gubernatorial campaign.

November 7, 2006: Elected New York Attorney General

On November 7, 2006, Andrew Cuomo defeated the Republican nominee, Jeanine Pirro, and was elected as the New York Attorney General, winning 58% of the vote.

November 2, 2010: Cuomo Wins Election for Governor

On November 2, 2010, Andrew Cuomo won the election for governor by a landslide, securing 62.6% of the vote against Republican Carl Paladino.

2010: Elected New York Governor

In 2010, Andrew Cuomo won the New York gubernatorial election with over 60 percent of the vote.

June 24, 2011: Cuomo Signs Marriage Equality Act into Law

On June 24, 2011, Andrew Cuomo signed the Marriage Equality Act, introducing homosexual marriage in New York.

June 20, 2013: New York State Assembly passed the Women's Equality Act

On June 20, 2013, the New York State Assembly passed the Women's Equality Act, which included bills affecting issues such as domestic violence, human trafficking, and pregnancy discrimination.

November 4, 2014: Cuomo Reelected for Second Term

On November 4, 2014, Andrew Cuomo was reelected for a second term as governor, receiving 54% of the vote.

2014: Re-elected as Governor

In 2014, Andrew Cuomo was re-elected as the governor of New York.

November 6, 2018: Cuomo-Hochul Ticket Defeats Molinaro-Killian Ticket

On November 6, 2018, the Cuomo-Hochul ticket won the election against the Molinaro-Killian ticket with a margin of 59.6% to 36.2%.

2018: Re-elected as Governor Again

In 2018, Andrew Cuomo was re-elected as the governor of New York for a third term.

November 2020: International Emmy Founders Award

In November 2020, Andrew Cuomo received the International Emmy Founders Award for his coronavirus briefings.

2020: Favorability Rating Reaches Record High

By early 2020, Andrew Cuomo's favorability rating rose to 77%, a record high.

June 2021: Lifting of COVID-19 Restrictions

In June 2021, Andrew Cuomo lifted COVID-19 restrictions in New York following the news that 70% of adults had received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine.

January 4, 2022: Albany County DA Drops Criminal Complaint Against Cuomo

On January 4, 2022, Albany County District Attorney David Soares dropped a criminal complaint against Cuomo and also announced that Cuomo would not face any other charges related to other groping allegations, citing lack of evidence.

January 31, 2022: Final Sexual Misconduct Case Dropped Against Cuomo

On January 31, 2022, the fifth and final sexual misconduct case against Cuomo, made by Virginia Limmiatis, was dropped by Oswego district attorney Gregory Oakes, effectively clearing him of all charges.