Andrew Cuomo's Success and Achievements in Timeline

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

Andrew Cuomo, an American politician and lawyer, served as the 56th Governor of New York from 2011 to 2021. A Democrat and son of former Governor Mario Cuomo, he was previously the New York Attorney General (2007-2010). His tenure as governor ended with his resignation in 2021. He is currently running for mayor of New York City.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

2002: Comeback Kid

After his unsuccessful and unpopular 2002 gubernatorial campaign, securing the Democratic party nomination for Attorney General was considered a significant rebound.

May 30, 2006: Captured Democratic Party Endorsement

On May 30, 2006, Andrew Cuomo captured the Democratic Party's endorsement for New York state attorney general, receiving 65% of the delegates.

November 7, 2006: Won General Election for Attorney General

On November 7, 2006, Andrew Cuomo won the general election for attorney general, defeating Jeanine Pirro with 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: Won Democratic Primary and General Election

In 2010, Andrew Cuomo secured the Democratic primary for governor of New York and subsequently won the general election with over 60% of the vote.

June 24, 2011: Cuomo signs Marriage Equality Act

On June 24, 2011, Cuomo signed the Marriage Equality Act, legalizing same-sex marriage in New York, following an "intense public and private lobbying campaign".

November 4, 2014: Cuomo reelected for a 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.

October 2015: Cuomo signs eight Women's Equality Act bills into law

In October 2015, Cuomo signed eight of the 10 Women's Equality Act bills into law; the abortion rights bill was not among them.

November 6, 2018: Cuomo-Hochul ticket defeats Molinaro-Killian ticket

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

2018: Re-elected as Governor

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

November 2020: Cuomo receives International Emmy Founders Award

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

June 2021: Cuomo lifts COVID-19 restrictions

In June 2021, Andrew Cuomo lifted COVID-19 restrictions after 70% of adults had received at least one COVID-19 vaccine shot.

January 31, 2022: Final sexual misconduct case dropped

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.